An activity sensor for each body part

In the pond the quantified self, bracelets connected type Fitbit and FuelBand can be practical to assess its regular physical activity. However, the data do not provide details on specific body movements. It is in this context that the concept of Notch has been developed. It is a discrete sensor that will intrude into clothing to detect movement in specific points of the body.The aim is to address the...

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The aircraft of the future will be environmentally friendly and efficient

A designer unveils its vision of the future of air transport for the benefit of the general public.Concept redefines the design and functionality of the aircraft conventional line for a greener and powerful version. Called Sky AWWA Wale , this futuristic aircraft can accommodate 755 passengers. It features a bunch of systems to reduce weight and drag, but also the consumption of nitrogen oxide emission and noise. Made from a...

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Movea G-Series bracelet connected who wanted to be precise

The connected bracelets have their tenfold as time progresses features, but all still suffer from a real problem for some a lack of precision in the calculation system of steps and calories burned.That of Movea precisely the intention to do away with these differences. The firm, which specializes in tracking software movement has partnered with Texas Instruments for the material and part Xm-Squared for...

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Microsoft said it sold 3 million Xbox One

Since November 22, Microsoft has sold three million copies worldwide of its new console, the Xbox One. The match between Sony and Microsoft raging in the video game. First to unsheathe new statistics, the U.S. group said Monday it sold three million copies of its new Xbox console One. Both consoles are more than ever in direct competition because both sold in November. For now, the Xbox One was launched in thirteen countries,...

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Sony Xperia Z1 Compact for smaller hands & pockets

Sony has announced the small version of its flagship for a prompt global launch. The Xperia Z1 Compact (the nomenclature is thus even a little easier to understand with us when Z1 f (Japan) or Z1 s(T-Mobile/USA)) is in the UK as well as in this country already pre-order. The retail price is 499 €. Available colors are white, black, pink and yellow. Who has not noticed yet, the features are, in contrast to the...

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Parrot introduces two new drones

The CES is traditionally the living room where Parrot unveils new products. Last year, it was the Flower Power that created the surprise, a dedicated plant care object. For the year 2014, the French brand revives one of its greatest successes: the drones. Four years after the first AR.Drone, followed two years later a new version, the rhythm is quite regular. But this time, it is not one...

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Corning Gorilla Glass: In the future, also for curved screens

Corning, probably the best known manufacturer of scratch-resistant glass display moves with the times and now has production-ready 3D Shaped Gorilla Glass announced. The company wants to meet the increasing demand of curved display glass. In addition to parts for smart phones such as the LG Flex or Samsung's Galaxy Round Corning Gorilla Glass also supply this year for other mobile gadgets, for example, Smart Watches. As...

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