If you are considering taking the plunge into virtual reality when the new HTC Vive Pro is released later this year, or thinking about upgrading your first-generation HTC Vive headset to the new higher resolution Vive Pro. You may be interested in the new ‘Recommended’ or ‘VR Ready’ guidelines … [Read more...] about Vive Pro Recommended PC Specifications Announced
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iRobot Create 2 Programmable Robot £249
Makers, educators and those looking to learn more about robotics or build their own robotic based project may be interested in the iRobot Create 2 Programmable Robot, which has been specifically designed to be coded. The programmable robotic platform comes complete with sample projects to get you up … [Read more...] about iRobot Create 2 Programmable Robot £249
KAT Walk Mini VR Treadmill Launching Soon Via Kickstarter
A new virtual reality treadmill has been unveiled by KAT this week which will soon be available to back via their upcoming Kickstarter campaign. This the latest KAT VR treadmill offers a smaller version of the company’s flagship VR treadmill and takes the form of the aptly named KAT Walk Mini. The … [Read more...] about KAT Walk Mini VR Treadmill Launching Soon Via Kickstarter
Infinadeck VR Treadmill Launches This Week
Those patiently waiting for the Infinadeck VR Treadmill to launch adding extra immersion to virtual reality games, applications and experiences. Will be pleased to know that the company is launching the new VR treadmill next week after first unveiling the product back in 2014. The launch party will … [Read more...] about Infinadeck VR Treadmill Launches This Week
Gigabyte ThunderXStation ARMv8 Workstation Unveiled
The first ARMv8 workstation PC has been unveiled in the form of the Gigabyte ThunderXStation which is now available to purchase and has been created by a partnership between Gigabyte and Cavium. ARM-based processors are normally associated with smartphones, tablets and mobile devices however the … [Read more...] about Gigabyte ThunderXStation ARMv8 Workstation Unveiled
Arduino Day 2018 Set For May 12th
Makers, hobbyists, developers and electronic enthusiasts that enjoy using the Arduino platform, will be pleased to know that Arduino Day 2018 will be taking place in a couple of months time on May 12th, 2018. This year’s Arduino Day will be the fifth year in a row, and the company is once again … [Read more...] about Arduino Day 2018 Set For May 12th
Samsung And KDDI Complete Successful 5G Trial
Samsung has announced that it has completed a successful trial of its 5G technology with KDDI. The two companies tested out 5G with a multi device test an the Okinawa Cellular Stadium, which is a 30,000 capacity baseball stadium in Japan. The tests involved downloading and streaming 4K videos using … [Read more...] about Samsung And KDDI Complete Successful 5G Trial
MIT Extract Drinking Water From Air
Researchers at MIT UC Berkeley have this week unveiled a new system they have developed which is capable of extracting water from air. The water extraction system will even work in the driest of climates and the research team has been testing their prototype machines in Tempe, Arizona. Previous … [Read more...] about MIT Extract Drinking Water From Air
Arduino And Raspberry Pi Speech System
Serial Kickstarter entrepreneur Patrick Thomas Mitchell has once again taken to the crowdfunding website to raise funds for its new Arduino and Raspberry Pi speech system. Once set out the Arduino and Raspberry Pi compatible set allows makers, developers and hobbyists to enable projects with over … [Read more...] about Arduino And Raspberry Pi Speech System
GoPro Lenses And Image Sensors Will Now Be Available In Jabil Products
Action camera manufacturer GoPro, which has been going through , has today announced it has signed a multi-year technology and equipment license with Jabil, enabling the company to use GoPro lenses and image sensors. Thanks to the agreement Jabil will be able to “leverage GoPro's cutting-edge … [Read more...] about GoPro Lenses And Image Sensors Will Now Be Available In Jabil Products
Restaurant Waiting Times Are Now Available Via Google Maps iOS App
A new update has been rolled out by Google this week to its Google Maps iOS application, enabling users to check restaurant waiting times as well as additional transit information. The new application is now available to download for free directly from the iOS App Store and brings the iOS Google … [Read more...] about Restaurant Waiting Times Are Now Available Via Google Maps iOS App
RoMA Robotic Fabrication Assistant Uses VR, 3D Printing And CAD
Researchers have created a new interactive fabrication system called RoMA, which uses 3D printing, virtual reality technology and computer aided design CAD. Check out the video below to learn more about the new fabrication robot which uses 3D CAD design overlaid onto a object, allowing the user to … [Read more...] about RoMA Robotic Fabrication Assistant Uses VR, 3D Printing And CAD
