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Lionhead Studios presented a video at E3, showing the capabilities Project Natal can offer. Will we ever get to see anything like this on this on the 360 before a new system is made?

X-Box 360’s “new” and not a rip off of the wii device known as “Project Natal” shows off two tech demos

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Microsoft shows off it’s newest technology innovation at E3, Project Natal. Watch as users play a body version of Breakout called Ricochet, as well as reinvent the Kenyan landscape with a painter utility. Check out our full impressions of Microsoft’s E3: civilizedgamers.com

Microsoft shows a new tech demo Project Natal. Taking gaming to another level. Pure fail…

Project Natal: (pronounced “nuh-tall”[needs IPA]) is the code name for a “controller-free gaming and entertainment experience” by Microsoft for the Xbox 360 video game platform. Based on an add-on peripheral for the Xbox 360 console, Project Natal enables users to control and interact with the Xbox 360 without the need to touch a controller, such as through body gestures or spoken commands. The project is aimed at broadening the Xbox 360’s audience beyond its hardcore base of young males. Project Natal was first announced on June 1 at the 2009 Electronic Entertainment Expo. Release pricing and timing have not been announced, but the device is not expected to be available until at least 2010. An approximately nine-inch wide horizontal bar connected to a circular base with a ball joint pivot, the Project Natal sensor is designed to be positioned lengthwise above or below the video display. The sensor features a “RGB camera, depth sensor, multi-array microphone, and custom processor running proprietary software,” which provide full-body 3D motion capture, facial recognition, and voice recognition capabilities. The “Project Natal” sensor’s microphone array enables the Xbox 360 to conduct multi-directional voice location tracking and ambient noise suppression, allowing for things such as headset-free party chat over Xbox Live. The depth sensor consists of an infrared projector combined with a monochrome CMOS sensor, and allows the Project Natal sensor to see in 3D under any …

Technology is ever changing. Better work supersedes existing and creates its own space. Similarly, various new patents of gadgets can change the world. Various companies around the world are investing millions of dollars in research and development, and developing technology which is better and more efficient than earlier.

Recently, LG has unveiled its flexible 19″ e-newspaper screen, which is similar to a tabloid newspaper. It is just 0.3 millimeters thin so that it can bend. LG has inserted metal foil against the traditional glass substrate, which makes the device flexible.

Here, the feature discusses various new patents that may turn into real products and will change the history.

Apple’s gesture controls and solar chargeable iPhones

Apple, the famous iPhone maker is always famous for its new innovations and products. Recently, the company has filed patents regarding solar charging and finding parking space for your car. Also, the company talks about a system called “Kinematic” input which consists of motion and gesture based control for Apple devices. Hence, the app can be helpful to designers as well as gamers and it could make overall navigation more intuitive and interactive.

Solar cell recharging: The company is planning to introduce solar cell recharging for iPods and iPhones. The app will have a battery meter to interpret the current battery state and adjustment for using more on external solar power.

3D without glasses

At present, 3D viewing requires special glasses that use polarizing technique. But, in a technology, which uses 3-D projection system allows you to watch 3D animation without wearing special eyewear. Here, the PC project two images one for your left eye, and another for your right eye onto a screen that’s actually a programmable mirror. A 3D imager detects the position of your head for extra clarity and realism.

Google new 3D Billboard Ads Online

Recently, Google has applied a patent related to Google Maps. The search giant is planning to provide street view of Google Maps that will offer a 3D view of the surrounding buildings, parks, subway stations, cars, and much more. Also, for raising the company’s advertising income, the app can place a banner ad in Street View where appropriate like buildings, billboards, signs, windows etc.

The iPhone of Remotes

At present, various universal remotes are available in the market, but they lack various functions. It is expected that the iPhone maker, Apple can certainly provide the complete job. In 2002, Apple has filed a patent for iPhone like remote with touchscreen. It is reported that the remote will be compatible with smart consumer-electronics products, which allow quick configuration.

Discussion

Technology has affected society and its surroundings in a number of ways. The tech giants like Microsoft will introduce its Project Natal by the year end, which will change the gaming through its motion sensing technology. Similarly, Nokia, Apple, Google etc are working on various software and new technology that will efficiently reduce our workforce and save time.