From news.com.au
June 25, 2007 12:00am
Article from: Reuters
THE ultimate couch potato's dream could soon be a reality, with the development of a TV that changes channels when you think about it.
Japanese electronics giant Hitachi is working on a "brain-machine interface" that analyses slight changes in the brain's blood flow and translates brain motion into electric signals.
The technology was on display last week at Hitachi's Advanced Research Laboratory in Hatoyama, just outside Tokyo.
It was linked to a train set, which reporters were able to make stop and go simply by thinking about it.
Scientists said the technology could have huge implications for medical research, but Hitachi's scientists are more interested in using it to develop a TV remote controller that lets users switch channels by thought.
3 months ago
3 comments:
That says so much about society doesn't it? Imagine the uses for this technology in every industry in the world and society itself - telekinesis! But they're thinking the really useful aspect would be changing channels easier, why? because they'll sell more tvs. It's depressing.
Plus, more importantly, what if you're sitting there watching The Bill with your parents, or something, and thinking 'oh god this is dull' and the station keeps switching to porn? Embarassment much?
I think there's a few wrinkles to be ironed out before this product's ready for the market. But by god, if anyone can do it, the Japanese can!!
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