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Light Shooter lets you channel your inner Legolas, Hawkeye

Posted August 27, 2013 - 10:46 am

No arrow? No problem! Fire arrows virtually with this research project.
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Robot brain can learn by scanning Internet images

Posted May 1, 2013 - 10:42 am

Imagine if a robot could learn the names of objects through Google Image-like searches. That's what these Japanese researchers are working on.
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New computer chip can test DNA in one hour

Posted April 4, 2013 - 12:11 pm

Japanese-developed system can be used to personalize drug treatments for patients based on their DNA.
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Japanese tech lets you feel virtual objects

Posted February 13, 2013 - 10:57 am

Research project lets subjects feel hot or cold objects based on visual stimuli.
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Switch helps change glass from clear to mirror faster than before

Posted February 12, 2013 - 11:02 am

Japanese speed up the glass-to-mirror transition via electrolysis.
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Ricoh develops brighter full color e-paper

Posted February 8, 2013 - 12:54 pm

Video report shows advances in producing full color e-paper that's brighter than ever.
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Can math predict whether a movie will be a hit?

Posted January 22, 2013 - 11:06 am

Japanese algorithm highly accurate when predicting a movie's "hit" potential with actual results.
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Getting closer to The Matrix: Japanese show 5-senses virtual reality system

Posted December 21, 2012 - 11:10 am

Smells, touch and more added to make virtual reality more lifelike.
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Cool app combines maps with live video

Posted November 14, 2012 - 2:10 pm

From Japan: Using augmented reality with mapping to better navigate around.
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Cameras recognize gender, age via faces for sales purposes

Posted November 12, 2012 - 10:32 am

Retailers can now use facial recognition for sales, not just security.
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Japanese make car's back seat 'disappear'

Posted November 6, 2012 - 10:54 am

New technology lets drivers look behind them and see outside their car.
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Mobile displays will get even thinner and more energy efficient

Posted November 2, 2012 - 10:16 am

Joint venture in Japan creates newer displays for phones, tablets and vehicles.
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Cool interface connects mobile device displays into large mosaic

Posted November 1, 2012 - 10:46 am

Japanese university develops Pinch interface to simultaneously connect multiple mobile devices.
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Robotic wheelchair can climb steps, navigate obstacles

Posted October 15, 2012 - 10:29 am

Japanese university project shows wheelchair wheels that act like legs
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Could this be your future video phone?

Posted October 9, 2012 - 10:49 am

Glasses that allow video chatting just got a bit more bizarre, thanks to Japan.
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Casio Android tablet can scan paper notes

Posted September 14, 2012 - 10:15 am

Combination tablet cover/scanner launched in Japan
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Motion-tracking security camera watches your dog sleep on your couch

Posted August 28, 2012 - 11:18 am

In-home camera moves as your pets move around, but how much do your pets really move?
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When disaster strikes, get ready to live in this box

Posted July 30, 2012 - 2:57 pm

Japanese develop self-contained units for disaster workers, victims
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Japanese cash register can recognize the jelly donut you're buying

Posted July 25, 2012 - 11:20 am

Scanner can distinguish between a bagel and a baguette.
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Japanese develop virtual environment without sensors

Posted July 11, 2012 - 10:04 am

Kinect-like system lets users interact with virtual 3D objects without markers
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Smartphone helps blind users get around indoors

Posted July 10, 2012 - 10:39 am

Cool use of ultrawideband and smartphone to help blind users navigate indoor areas.
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Cool Tech Toys from Tokyo

Posted June 14, 2012 - 10:42 am

Tokyo Toy Fair showcases real robot fighting, iPhone pets and a glass that can add a head to your beer
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Japanese develop real-time facial movement in avatars via webcam

Posted June 11, 2012 - 2:15 pm

Coming soon - animated characters that may be reacting in real-time with a human being behind the avatar.
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Kinect system uses your tongue as controller

Posted April 3, 2012 - 10:06 am

I think it's obvious that the Japanese need to get outside more often.
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Digital poster that reacts when you kiss it

Posted April 2, 2012 - 10:17 am

Japanse technology lets you live out your teen-age fantasies of "kissing" your idols.
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