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Tag: electronic gadgetsPolaroid and Zink Imaging announce a miniature photo printer for cell phones and cameras. Technology Review takes apart Bug Labs' modular open-source hardware system and explains how it works. A fully implantable hearing aid is showing promise. Livescribe's smartpen turns a sheet of paper into a computer. A Camera to Help Dementia Patients A specialized camera regularly takes pictures to aid with memory. A microgenerator could power portable devices for troops. An Algorithm That Makes Voices Clearer A Denver company finds a good use for high-frequency harmonics. E Ink is making color and video versions of its e-paper, but commercial products are a few years off. A new device could help dentists better detect the early signs of tooth decay. Gadgets to Spur Energy Conservation When the box turns red, it's time to turn off the air conditioner and save electricity. A new type of MEMS-based electronic paper for cell phones is fast enough to show video. With a new vest, players can feel the impact of video games. A reconfigurable handheld device could foster a community of hardware hackers. In a Microsoft prototype, your fingers don't cover up what you're looking at. A new line features advanced electronics that automatically tune the instrument. |
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