Sony Music Entertainment, a participant in the World Yuru Music (Loose Music) Association, has recently unveiled its innovative âUltra-Light Sax,â a groundbreaking instrument designed to make the joy of saxophone playing accessible to all, regardless of musical skill level.I didnât know before coming to CEATEC but the Sony Group has committed to incorporating âinclusive designâ as a company standard earlier this year, according to Nikkei. The approach invites individuals with... Read more âș
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Solar energy has long been heralded as a sustainable solution to the worldâs ever-growing energy demands. Over the years, technology has advanced, leading to more efficient and flexible solar panels. Panasonic, wants to change the game with their proprietary perovskite solar cells.These cells are not just designed to generate power but are also intended to be integrated directly into the glass building materials. This makes them not only a source... Read more âș
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When it comes to electric vehicles (EVs), Panasonic is a name most people associate with large-scale battery production. But, as demonstrated at the recent CEATEC 2023 technology exhibition, the companyâs involvement in the automotive sector extends far beyond just batteries. Panasonic showcased a unique âSkeleton Car,â revealing that it can provide up to 60 different âautomotive solutionsâ (usually components) for a single EV. These contributions make the company an integral... Read more âș
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The âIâm Back Filmâ project on Kickstarter is offering a unique concept that aims to breathe new life into old analog cameras. The project targets photographers who wish to enjoy the tactile experience of their vintage film cameras while benefitting from digital convenience â However, opinions on this concept are mixed.The project addresses a growing trend of nostalgia for analog photography, with younger generations exploring film cameras to escape the... Read more âș
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Artificial intelligence has demonstrated the ability to detect type 2 diabetes through voice analysis, according to a recent study conducted by Klick Labs and published in âMayo Clinic Proceedings: Digital Health.â The research, which analyzed vocal recordings, revealed an 89% accuracy rate for diagnosing women and an 86% accuracy rate for diagnosing men with type 2 diabetes.The studyâs lead author, Jaycee Kaufman, emphasized that their findings showcase significant vocal variations... Read more âș
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Touch functionality has become an integral part of consumer electronics and various other products and touch switches (touch sensors) cannot be overstated. Traditionally, these switches have been capacitive, relying on the capacitance method (using your bodyâs electrical conductivity) for their operation.While effective, these capacitive switches often face challenges such as reduced sensitivity when the user is wearing gloves or when the switch is in contact with water. Addressing these challenges,... Read more âș
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TDK was showing its latest Smart Glasses Equipped with a Full-color Laser Module during CEATEC 2023, and I had an opportunity to test it at their booth. The company has been working on this technology for several years, and things are moving along two axes.First, it is possible to have a head-mounted display experience. Secondly, the same technology could be utilized in XR headsets. The technology relies on projecting an... Read more âș
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Today, OnePlus successfully entered the foldable phone market with the launch of the OnePlus Open, following the releases of the Google Pixel Fold in June, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 in August, and the Honor Magic V2 in September.The standout feature of the OnePlus Open is its high-end camera system, making it OnePlusâs flagship for 2023. Notably, it introduces Sonyâs new LYTIA T808 image sensor with its âDual-Layer Transistor... Read more âș
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At CEATEC 2023, I tested JVCKENWOODâs EXOFIELD âBolĂ©roâ demo. Iâll explain EXOFIELD in more detail below, but at a high level, itâs an accurate spatial sound rendering technology.The Bolero demo consists of visualizing a virtual concert and enjoying the spatial audio quality. The virtual concert consisted of volumetric scans of 16 members of the New Japan Philharmonic. All members were placed to surround the listener in the demo. The scans... Read more âș
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Robotics combined with AI is going to tremendously change how manufacturing, quality control, and a lot of other tasks are done. A foundational piece of the puzzle is environment sensing, often done via multiple cameras, typically one per type of light: RGB, Infrared, Thermal etcâŠMultiple cameras are typically set as an array with different camera types next to each other, similar to what you see in certain phones but bigger.... Read more âș
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Adobe has unveiled an innovative project called âPrimroseâ which introduces a revolutionary material capable of changing color and patterns in real time. This endeavor marks a departure from Adobeâs traditional domain and hints at a new era in fashion and beyond.Primroseâs technology leverages reflective light-diffuser modules embedded in oversized sequins, effectively transforming them into wearable digital displays. This flexible, low-energy material has the potential to reshape the fashion industry. It... Read more âș
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A family in Southern California has issued a warning after their elderly father fell victim to an online scam, losing $20,000. According to ABC7, the victim, an 83-year-old man, had initially purchased a cyber protection package from InstaFix US LLC for $900 in April â Six months later, he received a call from someone claiming to be from the same company, informing him that the company was going out of... Read more âș
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Instead of presenting new iPads this year, Apple has introduced the Apple Pencil USB-C, a more affordable digital stylus that leverages the USB-C technology, marking a significant shift in their product lineup. This development comes as Apple aims to promote digital sketching and note-taking on their iPads.The 1st gen Apple Pencil relied on a proprietary Lightning connector for charging, necessitating either an adapter or an awkward insertion into an iPad,... Read more âș
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Researchers have made significant strides in improving earthquake early warning systems (EEW) by utilizing disused fiber optic cables originally intended for telecommunications to monitor offshore seismic activity. The scarcity of offshore seismic stations in densely populated coastal regions, which are often prone to earthquakes, has been a challenge for EEW systems.In a study published in The Seismic Record, Jiuxun Yin, a former researcher at Caltech, and his colleagues demonstrated the... Read more âș
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Bonn-based industrial designer Benjamin GroĂjohann has combined his love for vinyl records and mechanical design to create the Coturn CT-01 portable turntable. This innovative audio device is designed with a focus on aesthetics and portability, making it a compelling option for vinyl enthusiasts on the go.The CT-01 boasts an anodized aluminum body and an integrated glass top. It features a sleek integrated tonearm fitted with an Audio-Technica Stylus AT 3600... Read more âș
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A group of 22 students from Eindhoven University of Technology, known as Solar Team Eindhoven, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully driving the worldâs first off-road solar car, Stella Terra, on a challenging 1,000-kilometer journey from Northern Morocco to the Sahara.This solar-powered vehicle, characterized by its green exterior inspired by nature, demonstrated its capabilities in navigating rugged terrains, including dry riverbeds, forested areas, steep mountain trails, and loose desert... Read more âș
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Sony has provided new information about its PS5 cloud streaming service for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers, coinciding with its launch in Japan on October 17th. The update includes details on bandwidth recommendations and clarifies certain aspects of the service.One notable aspect is the bandwidth recommendations for different streaming qualities. Sony suggests 52Mbps for 4K, 38Mbps for 1440p, 23Mbps for 1080p, and 13Mbps for 720p streaming. These recommendations indicate the bandwidth... Read more âș
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Researchers at Stanford University in the USA have explored the potential of virtual reality (VR) in helping individuals with hoarding disorder tackle their compulsion to hoard â itâs a condition that affects around 2.5% of the American population and is characterized by a persistent urge to acquire new possessions and an extreme difficulty in parting with items, regardless of their value, often leading to living in cluttered and unsanitary conditions.Published... Read more âș
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Apple is set to hold media briefings on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, focusing on iPads â However, the information available from various sources conflicts regarding whether we can expect new iPad releases during this event or if weâll have to wait until 2024.Historically, Apple tends to unveil new iPads in October, following the September iPhone launches. Last year, four new iPads were introduced, including the iPad Air in the spring,... Read more âș
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Infineon Technologies AG, a prominent semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power systems and IoT, has collaborated with Adidas AG to create an innovative prototype known as the âInfineon Lighting Shoe.â This cool footwear fuses cutting-edge sensor technology with fashion, allowing it to react to music and environmental beats with programmable lighting effects, showcasing the potential of integrating technology into everyday products.Equipped with high-quality XENSIV MEMS microphones, the Infineon Ligh Read more âș
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