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Sony Working on Movement-Based Navigation System

Sony is developing what could be the next big thing in VR, and this new technology can take our interactions in the virtual world to the next level.

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Sony is developing a new movement-based navigation system that helps players better interact with the virtual world around them. This new device is said to be able to store “custom complex movements,'' in memory to enhance a player’s interaction with the digital environment. It is unclear yet whether this technology will be developed specifically for VR purposes or if this will have applications in console gaming in general. But with the recent struggles of Sony's PlayStation VR2, the media giant may be looking for ways to improve its virtual reality headset, and this movement-based navigation system might be the perfect way to do so.

 

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Sony Working on Sign Language System for PlayStation Consoles

Sony is developing a new sign language system that will allow users to navigate with sign language gestures and enhance accessibility for many users

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Now, Sony has filed a patent for a new display device that would allow users to navigate and input search terms through sign language gestures. This new device, once released, could have a significant impact on those who are low-verbal or non-verbal, allowing a wider range of users to access and control the PlayStation commands.

According to the patent, the device operates in two modes: navigation mode and sign mode. In navigation mode, the user can make non-sign gestures to navigate the user interface, while sign mode is designed for entering search terms. The device captures the sign language gestures made by the user through an image capture device, then uses the resulting letters or words as search information for a search engine. The results of the search are displayed on the device.

The device would provide a convenient and efficient way for non-verbal or low-verbal users to input search terms and find content. Traditional speech recognition technology may not be effective for those with speech disabilities, and navigation-only gesture interfaces can be slow and cumbersome. By allowing users to input search terms through sign language gestures, this device could provide a more natural and efficient way to search for content.

 

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This sounds like Kinect.