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CG Models Are Eerily Life Like Robots
The person in this video looks real, but she isn’t. This image is a digital replica of actress Emily O’Brien, created by Image Metrics and Paul Debevec at the University of Southern California’s Institute for Creative Technologies (ICT) - and it’s awesome.
The hardcore techy bit is that they used this to demonstrate the high-definition animated face at a recent conference.
I am not technologically minded, and can’t pretend I am, so I’ll let the press release explain.
Emilyimagemetttt ICT employed its high-resolution face scanning process to capture O’Brien in 35 facial poses directed by Image Metrics. This newest process from the ICT Graphics Lab places the actor inside a sphere of LED lights, illuminating the talent with a set of polarized spherical gradient illumination patterns while a pair of high-resolution digital cameras takes around 15 photographs in under three seconds.
These patterns allow the shine of the skin to be photographed independently from the main skin tone so that precise colors and characteristics can be calculated at hundreds of measurements per square millimeter. The resulting CG models provide unprecedented detail of natural facial expressions - down to skin pores and fine wrinkles - with perfectly aligned shading information that allows photo-real faces to be rendered under any illumination and viewpoint with standard rendering packages.
Sources: image-metrics boingboing.net
Project ‘On The Bri(n)ck,’ a co-op between computer-aided design and computer-aided construction departments at Harvard University, employed the use of a robot to build a wave-like double-wall structure from wooden bricks.
Professor Ingeborg M. Rocker and Graduate School of Design students at Harvard University programmed the crafty robot arm to place 4,100 wooden bricks together to create the complex double-curvature walls.
The project, which was originally created to highlight material and technical limits, may also be used as a model for digital design and education.
Overall the project hopes to highlight the potential of digital fabrication techniques and the role these have in the education of architects. (dezeen)
Sources: dezeen
I dropped my landline’s long-distance calling plan years ago, opting instead to use a cheaper alternative… my mobile phone. I have often wondered why I have the landline at all. Apparently, I’m not alone. For the first time, mobile phone-only households have surpassed landline-only ones. The current recession has been credited with this trend as people look to cut costs out of their budget.
There are ways, however, to keep your home phone without paying a high monthly fee - most of which use the still-unfamiliar technology of VoIP (or calls using the internet).
Skype - This free software lets you call anyone, anywhere, for free… as long as they are also members of Skype. For only $2.95/month, U.S. callers can call ANYONE within the U.S., regardless of whether they are members, including cellphones. You can either use your computer’s built-in microphone and speakers or buy optional headsets or compatible phones. Remember that you have to have an internet connection or at least access to the internet. But with wi-fi networks popping up everywhere, this isn’t a big deal.
MagicJack - This service is a bit different. Although it still works over the internet, you have to have your own connection because you physically plug a USB device into your computer, connecting your existing landline phone. For a onetime fee of $39.95, you get one year of free local and long distance calling to the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.
The downside with both services is that emergency calls using 911 may not be available depending on service areas, failing internet connections, or downed electric service.
Sources: trendhunter
The Latitude 2100 by Dell is the perfect school accessory for the K-12 crowd. It has a rubberized body, so this kid-friendly netbook can take any beating thrown at it. You don’t have to worry about this little guy getting destroyed in the schoolyard!
Another great feature of the Latitude 2100 is its germ-killing keyboard. As an optional add-on, you can get an antimicrobial keyboard to help fight off those unsightly germs.
The Latitude 2100 is available in five fun colors and has tons of accessories like shoulder straps for easy carrying.
A collaboration between Hybra Advance Technologies and AbsolutelyNew Inc. has brought us the Orb bluetooth headset. This fantastic design for a headset combines a touch of beautiful jewelry and intense compact technology.
It starts off as a full-circled ring (looks as though it can be worn, depending on its actual size) and can be opened up to comfortably fit around your ear.
It’s ultimate haute hands-free calling!
Launching “in major European countries from June,” Samsung is releasing its very first android smartphone with the i7500.
After months in the rumour mill, Samsung is ready to dive into the competitive android/smartphone market at a pretty decent height.
The Samsung i7500 comes ready to roll with a 3.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen, WiFi, GPS, a 5 megapixel camera with Power LED, 8GB of storage (upgradeable to 32gb), and a standard 3.5mm headset jack.
Although North American release dates have not surfaced from within the rumour mill, it can’t be long before this beast heads over seas to tackle our market.
Sources: samsungmobile engadget
There will only be 10 Colorware Stealth Macbook Pros made, and with a price tag that’s double the retail of the top-of-the-line Macbook Pro, this laptop is sure to separate the die-hard Apple fans from the well-heeled early adopters.
ColorWare's Stealth finish uses SofTouch technology, adding to its smooth-feeling covert look while protecting the surface from fingerprints and minor scuffs of normal use. The Stealth Macbook® Pro is a must-have for anyone wanting a computer as powerful as it looks--and with only 10 available, it won't go unnoticed. (colorwarepc)
Sources: colorwarepc, gizmodo
The number 5 key on the Universal Phone has a little dot to allow blind users to remember the placement of the keys while dialing and sending text messages.
You might ask, how do they read text messages? Well, the Universal Phone can turn the texts into braille writing so users can feel their way through their different messages.
Unfortunately, this mobile is only a concept, but it would be great to see something like this out on the market.
Sources: tuvie
Data and information is considered extremely vital to many people in this world. In the technological age of storage devices, the possibility of destroying one is a pretty frightening thought. The ioSafe storage device is, to put it lightly, indestructible.
The ioSafe storage device is a rather large device sitting at around 5 x 7 (inches) but this baby can withstand hell if it had to. The ioSafe storage device has excellent connection speed and excellent memory capabilities.
Watch the video to see this titan take on the elements of nature—AND survive!
Sources: yankodesign
The mixtape USB port is perfect for the lonely, acne-ridden guy in class. The poor guy has a crush on the pretty girl in school, but just doesn’t know how to show it. Well, just like in 1985, this music saving device can be the key to winning the girl of his dreams.
Taking your love beyond side A and side B, the mixtape USB port has a collection of love songs poetically pre-selected by designer Maria Papadonikolakis and is a can’t-miss Valentine’s Day present.
Sources: behance.net
In the world of laptops, skinny is in (maybe Karl Lagerfeld had something to do with this direction); laptops continue to ‘lose weight’ and the Sony X Series notebooks, which were revealed in Singapore last week, are currently the skinniest on the market.
According to The Luxury Insider, the Sony X Series laptop measures 13.9 mm, which is slightly thicker than the iPhone and slimmer than the MacBook Air and HP Envy 13 by about one-third. Not only is it slim, the Sony X Series PC also boasts the aesthetic appeal of which the brand is known for: excellet durability (the laptop can withstand prolonged pressure-vibration) and excellent processing capabilities like a 2GHz Intel Atom Processor Z550, solid state drive, and the new Windows 7 Operating System.
Sources: sony.net, luxury-insider
The iPhone is steadily becoming like a universal remote, what with applications like this Viper SmartStart system that allows users to unlock and start their cars sans keys.
For $500, which is the price of the Viper SmartStart receiver (the actuall app is free on iTunes), the system will unlock, start, set the alarm, and unlock the trunk of your car. It will also allow you to find a misplaced vehicle via a ‘panic’ button. Basically, it’s like any old remote car starter, except it will be part of your iPhone. You have the option, however, to manage more than one car with it as well as assign more than one user to the car.
The ARider allows the user to navigate hands free with a head mounted display. With the GPS features in the iPhone, all you have to do is move your head and the map will rotate with you. When mounted on a helmet, the ARider is the perfect tool to take along with you while biking as you will never get lost again.
Sources: crunchgear
Lanolip Pure Illumination hydrating lip therapy is a lighted lip gloss system that comes with a hundred-hour LED light and mirror. The light-up feature allows users to apply the lip gloss with confidence even in the dark.
The lip gloss is a combination of natural ingredients, medical-grade lanolin, jojoba, sweet almond oil, and vitamin E. It is available in three colors, Brown Frost, Wine Berry and Pouty Pink. There are special colors too: Holiday Red and Clear Gold Frost will join the standard three for the winter holiday season.
MEDICAL-GRADE LANOLIN: Hydrates - lips feel and look healthy Protects - lips won’t crack or dry out Absorbs - lips continue to look nourished Moisturizes - lips stay fresh and shiny longer Restores - lips stay soft and natural (pureillumination)
Sources: pureillumination, treehugger
The ‘Space Music Flow’ cellphone was created with sponsorship by Pantech/Sky Designers Community Project. The design of the phone is meant to encompass visual beauty with state-of-the-art technology and functional capabilities.
Sources: choihyunsoo, thedesignblog.org
The initial planned uses are for medical purposes, like displaying blood-sugar readings on skin. This is made possible by embedding an electronic silicon transistor under the skin. The main research focus is on epilepsy, but also encompasses “implantable neurodevices, functional neurosurgery, network and computational neuroscience, movement disorders, intra-operative and ICU monitoring, major mental illness, and other brain network disorders.”
I’m all for medical advances, but when I read articles where the brain is impacted, I get a little creeped out.
Animated and programmable LED tattoos connected to your brain? You could show off your latest Flash animations, watch TV on your arm, or have a built-in PDA screen. The possibilities are endless. (hplusmagazine)
Sources: hplusmagazine
I think what’s particularly neat about the ColorWare iPad is the fact that you can also customize the Apple logo and button.
Sources: colorwarepc, uncrate
If you have ever suffered from Carpal Tunnel then the Airmouse from Denmark Ltd. will be a godsend for you. This mouse is specifically designed to prevent the injuries that come with pointing and clicking all day long.
Let’s clear this up right now, Denmark Ltd. is a Canadian company. With that being said, the Airmouse from Denmark Ltd. is a cool piece of tech. It can run for a week without needing to be charged and you wear it just like a glove. This mouse should be available in a few months for around $129. Look below to find out more about this awesome mouse.
According to the company website, the clinically-tested product works by aligning itself with the ligaments of your hand and wrist. This lets you keep your hand in a neutral position, and transmits more of your vector force than would be possible with a regular mouse. Not only does this make it easier on your hand, but it increases your mousing speed and accuracy as well. The mouse is also designed to remain inactive until your hand is placed in a neutral, flat position. (gizmag)
Sources: theairmouse, gizmag
It has many other features too, a MPEG video player, picture calender, clock and an MS/SD/xD/MMC/CF memory card.
Sources: hammacher
This flash driven device has 2GB of flash memory and a microSD card slot. It also supposedly has 2 hours of battery life. The beauty of this device is that it takes away the need for computers that have an attached screen and will make laptops that much more portable.
Light Blue Optics has been showing off their cool projection wares since 2004, so it’s great to hear they’re close to turning that “holographic laser projection technology” into a viable product, albeit as an OEM. (gizmodo)
Sources: lightblueoptics, gizmodo
Shadow Hawk’s Super Terrain Vehicle resembles a Hummer to some extent. The vehicle is designed to deliver a smooth and luxurious drive.
The massive automobile features 46 inches of independent wheel travel, caster and camber control systems, pneumatically sprung seats, daylight cameras and ride height control system. That’s a ton of features packed into one vehicle! The car is also powered by a massive 1,100 hp engine.
The Shadow Hawk super terrain vehicles are built only to order, so you won’t be seeing too many of these in mall parking lots any time soon.
Sources: blog.jameslist, shadowhawkvehicles
German bicyle manufacturer PG Bikes has introduced ‘Blacktrail,’ the world’s fastest electric bike. The bicycle has a maximum speed of 100 km/h (around 62 miles per hour). PG Bikes will produce a limited-edition run of 667 individually-numbered Blacktrail bikes.
PG Bikes’ Blacktrail bike is powered by a CM 48-volt lithium-ion battery, which takes about two and a half hours to charge. The bike’s frame is made from carbon, magnesium, titanium, and high alloy aluminum, and the bicycle rides on carbon fiber wheels.
Sources: pg-bikes
Three main modes are programmed: Assisting (guides students to place objects in a certain way, and progresses to helping them learn to create realistic animations with stop motion), Directing (children create their own movies), and Collection (children watch previously recorded movies).
It has many other features too, a MPEG video player, picture calender, clock and an MS/SD/xD/MMC/CF memory card.
Sources: hammacher
If you have ever suffered from Carpal Tunnel then the Airmouse from Denmark Ltd. will be a godsend for you. This mouse is specifically designed to prevent the injuries that come with pointing and clicking all day long.
Let’s clear this up right now, Denmark Ltd. is a Canadian company. With that being said, the Airmouse from Denmark Ltd. is a cool piece of tech. It can run for a week without needing to be charged and you wear it just like a glove. This mouse should be available in a few months for around $129. Look below to find out more about this awesome mouse.
According to the company website, the clinically-tested product works by aligning itself with the ligaments of your hand and wrist. This lets you keep your hand in a neutral position, and transmits more of your vector force than would be possible with a regular mouse. Not only does this make it easier on your hand, but it increases your mousing speed and accuracy as well. The mouse is also designed to remain inactive until your hand is placed in a neutral, flat position. (gizmag)
Sources: theairmouse, gizmag
This flash driven device has 2GB of flash memory and a microSD card slot. It also supposedly has 2 hours of battery life. The beauty of this device is that it takes away the need for computers that have an attached screen and will make laptops that much more portable.
Light Blue Optics has been showing off their cool projection wares since 2004, so it’s great to hear they’re close to turning that “holographic laser projection technology” into a viable product, albeit as an OEM. (gizmodo)
Sources: lightblueoptics, gizmodo
Shadow Hawk’s Super Terrain Vehicle resembles a Hummer to some extent. The vehicle is designed to deliver a smooth and luxurious drive.
The massive automobile features 46 inches of independent wheel travel, caster and camber control systems, pneumatically sprung seats, daylight cameras and ride height control system. That’s a ton of features packed into one vehicle! The car is also powered by a massive 1,100 hp engine.
The Shadow Hawk super terrain vehicles are built only to order, so you won’t be seeing too many of these in mall parking lots any time soon.
Sources: blog.jameslist, shadowhawkvehicles
I think what’s particularly neat about the ColorWare iPad is the fact that you can also customize the Apple logo and button.
Sources: colorwarepc, uncrate