Google revealed the device controlling gadgets with gestures

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Google revealed the device controlling gadgets with gestures

the Device allows the fingers to switch songs in the player, or you can configure the time on the clock.

Employees of Google ATAP showed the Soli project - gesture-based controller for gadgets according to Mashable.

Soli is a small device that recognizes finger movements. Unlike other controllers, which are based on cameras, Soli uses radar. According to the developers, radio waves help to capture even a millimeter of movement with high speed and accuracy. The sensor detects movement of the fingers and in real time sends signals to the device.

Photos: youtube.com/user/GoogATAP

According to the developers, the small size of Soli allows you to integrate it into a wearable device. Thus Soli will allow at any time to interact with your smartphone without touching its display.

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In a presentation video of the project provides examples of how Soli can be used in different gadgets. With the device is possible with fingers to switch songs in the player, set the time on a clock or to adjust the temperature in the "smart house".

Photos: youtube.com/user/GoogATAP

Sozdateli Soli is not yet known dates of appearance of its industrial version. However, during the conference for developers Google I/O they promised to publish APIs to developers, so they can make their apps compatible with the new technology.

Google ATAP is one of the most innovative divisions of the company. His staff was also engaged in the Jacquard project, which allows you to sew an interactive clothing, and creating a modular smartphone Ara, which allows the buyer to choose the options for your gadget.

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