Feature of new smart helmet

Colouring depends on the force of impact. That opens up many interesting perspectives. Quite possible to start production of smart helmet reporting concussion and other injuries.

Was Hue the other equipment? So, really dangerous strain. It’s time to see a doctor.

A real godsend for emergency doctors, as well as the medical field. Immediately difficult to determine how seriously injured people (athletes, soldiers or rescuer).

The coating makes the diagnosis easier, allowing rapid take action.

How to say works? The invention – photonic crystals obtained by holographic lithography. They are light and do not require a power source.

Another plus – no problems with mass production. The authors of the project of smart helmet already have a suitable technology.

Source: engadget

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The Fowndry company offers to listen to your favorite music. For example, the famous Imperial March. Of course, it is best suited for these wireless speakers Bluetooth as a stormtrooper helmet.

Interesting possibility of wireless speakers Bluetooth

The wireless speakers Bluetooth licensed, it looks good and is not too expensive – $ 62.99.

Also, the wireless speakers Bluetooth ensures adequate enough power – 5 watts. Besides, the novelty relatively autonomous. Available battery capacity of 400 mAh, which allows some time without connecting to a power outlet or a PC.

Charging is done via USB. The corresponding cable included. Among other things, a 500-gram product is equipped with a standard 3.5 mm audio output.

Dimensions of the device – 10.5 by 11.8 by 12.7 cm. For communication with sound sources using Bluetooth.

Currently, The Fowndry taking pre-orders. Deliveries will start in October this year.

Source: slashgear

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In addition to the official announcement of the new version of the smartphone One M8, the company HTC, apparently, is going to introduce another product. However, it would be – still a mystery. Director of marketing for HTC Idris Muti posted three photos on his page on Facebook, which shows the headset is likely having the option of virtual or augmented reality. The device is very different from the design of HTC Vive. Gadget, created in conjunction with Valve, was officially presented at the Mobile World Congress.

Muti described novelty, over which the company operates as a “secret weapon HTC, which will appear in the near future.” By this phrase is difficult to understand what to expect from a reputable manufacturer of smartphones.

Some users have found that their Muti decided to play in the post’s comments called the news about the product HTC April Fool’s joke. How did you come up with this idea, it is not clear. The news has been posted online at 2 am on April 2, London time, in the best case corresponds to 6 pm April 1 at the west coast of America. While we can only guess that the company plans to introduce in the near future.

However, journalists portal Pocket-lint believes that HTC would release a new version of a virtual reality helmet Vive. It is possible that the inscription on the front of the headset «HTC VR Haptic Touch» can mean the name of the new product HTC.

Source: Pocket-lint

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Samsung has decided to update its virtual reality helmet, presenting version called Gear VR Innovator Edition. The headset is the most adapted to the latest generation of smartphones manufacturer – Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.

The company has developed a device with an eye to the Oculus. However, South Korea’s platform is a completely new design and the best quality pictures.

As already mentioned above, the apparatus is ideally optimized for interaction with the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. Devices equipped with a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED display and can boast high computing power.

Said helmet allows owners to “enjoy” wide viewing angles and really high resolution. Users can take content from the online store Oculus Store.

Another Samsung engineers have implemented charging via USB-port (logical increasing uptime).

Assembling Gear VR Innovator Edition is intended for experts in the field of mobile technology and enthusiasts who want to first try out the technology in action.

Source: Samsungmobilepress

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British online retailer Firebox has launched the sale of virtual reality helmet budget Immerse Virtual Reality Headset, which is available for only 29.99 pounds (about 46 US dollars). In this case, the helmet does not have its own display but can work with any iOS or Android smartphone.

Firebox has launched the sale of virtual reality helmet budget Immerse Virtual Reality Headset

Display smartphone, in this case, is used as the screen of the helmet. There are, however, condition – the size of a smartphone should not exceed 8.2 x 15.4 inches. The optical system of the helmet can be adjusted by itself, providing maximum image quality.

Note that there are no electronics inside the helmet – a version of Google Cardboard, only made of plastic, with an improved design. So, buying this helmet, you need to understand

Source: firebox

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Motorcycle helmets do not have to be purely functional, devoid of style. It is really to make them beautiful, fashionable, even provocative.

NECA developers realize this. Therefore actively working on an unusual novelty. Devoted to the cult character “named” Master Chief – the hero of the popular console game Halo.

Looks pretty cool. And not a design in its purest form. High-tech solution can indeed make life “biker” easier.

The helmet is equipped with a front air intakes, is not afraid to sweat. And on the back side has air vents (to ensure cool on a hot day).

In the presence of removable pads. Plus guard fleeing from ultraviolet radiation.

Can I use on real roads? Yes I Am. Before the release of the invention will take proper testing US Department of Transportation.

NECA showed the first “sketches” last summer. Now in possession of the company has a real prototype. The creators promise to bring it to mind a few months.

Home sales in US retail chains scheduled for July this year. Price is not specified.

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Another “smart” thing, hardly anyone surprised. Especially cyclists, snowboarders and other fans of extreme sports. Engineers have created for them a great variety of exciting accessories.

This, fortunately, has not stopped the company Nand Logic. That has managed to stand out from the crowd with smart helmet. New and unusual features in it, but the “old” – a complete set.

The authors included in the project is simply an incredible amount of electronics.

Judge for yourself. The invention can boast of a gyroscope, accelerometer, ambient temperature, light and humidity. Plus GPS and Bluetooth.

Have the opportunity to take photos and videos in high quality. For this purpose there once 2 cameras: front module with support for HD and rear, an auxiliary lens. Content is stored on the built-in map SD.

Manages all technical splendor powerful computer-based SoC c multiple cores. List talent system is very wide.

Platform watching what is happening around and warns if the owner threatens to clash (with other bikers, skiers or trees).

When it gets dark, the backlight is automatically activated. If it is too hot or humid – starts ventilation. Synchronization with smartphones is also available. No problem with the music and answer calls.

It is worth noting the perfect sound insulation. Unnecessary noise is completely cut off. Prior to the owner of the helmet reach a critical signals – sirens, honking cars and so on.

Mass production will start in the summer of 2015. The prototype Price – about $ 500.

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Every fan of the operating system Android knows that its share has long exceeded 80 percent of the smartphone market. It is clear that the leadership of this system does not threaten absolutely nothing: in addition to strengthening positions in existing industries, green robot also comes out and new markets. The proof of the last assertion is a motorcycle helmet Skully AR-1, which, according to the manufacturers, has revolutionized means of passive protection of the head. What are its main features, and most importantly, how to get along in this unusual Android accessory? Let’s find out.

Start, as befits worth afar. Compared to motorists, motorcycle owners have some advantages. We are talking about the greater maneuverability and fuel economy. However, there are disadvantages that are expressed in the less comfortable of GPS-navigation and the limited review of the mirrors. This is what has motivated developers Skully create what they’ve created.

Skully AR-1 – a motorcycle helmet, running an operating system Android. His main task is to facilitate the travel of the proud owners of motorcycles. This is done with the help of several high-tech solutions.

First of all – a 180-degree rear view camera, which will continuously show the situation behind the driver in the lower right corner. Obviously, the need to use mirrors in such a case the per se.

In addition, it is worth mentioning the presence of a GPS-navigator, showing hints directly faced with the need of their performance. Made it, which is natural, to increase the concentration of the driver on the road and not in the picture before his eyes.

Finally, support for Bluetooth, so the user will be able to answer incoming calls and listen to your music.

Management Skully AR-1

Management Skully AR-1 is carried out by means of a voice. However, we can not exclude the possibility of new ways of interaction – the developers were granted SDK, which means a likely increase in the number of new applications.

The project was funded indifferent visitors one of the most popular sites. According to our colleagues from 9to5google, cost of the device for pre-order is $ 1,299. Online Skully appears only in May.

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