Botanicus Interacticus, or how to turn plants into digital touch interfaces

 

Disney is more than just a media company. Its research and development department has very interesting projects, such as we have seen today with Disney REVEL . In addition it also has other important initiatives that are not disruptive but yes they can offer very interesting uses.
This is the case of Botanicus Interacticus, an investigation with which Disney has managed to turn any plant in an interface that lets you convert interactuaciones on it into digital signals. Stated very quickly and for all to understand the first: to use the plant as if it were a command.

All this is achieved through the introduction of an electronic sensor in the potting soil that is responsible for registering any interruption of the electrical signals that occur when you touch the ground. Depending on where you touch the sensor will recognize where the interaction has occurred.

If we stick to the more pragmatic sense, redundant, Botanicus Interacticus usefulness of this it is clear that Disney is not intended to change the channel on the TV by pressing the trunk of ficus we have at home but rather the goal is to create interactive experiences in galleries and showrooms.
A picture is worth a thousand words and I think in this way the videos are better aware of how this Disney project so we leave you with a video, in addition you have a few lines above, so you can see what it is.

 

 

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Apple returns to the fray with more documentation from Samsung to try to show they copied

 

A few days ago leaked part of the documentation that Apple had filed in the case that holds the Samsung company in California. It saw how the Korean company had extensively reviewed what they did in Cupertino to design and improve the interface of their devices.
Now, a new batch of documents corroborating what we saw few days ago at Samsung have analyzed pixel by pixel IOS and your user experience to improve their own and take it into account when displaying strengths and weaknesses.
This documentation, you can find the links at the bottom of the post, was shown in court during the testimony of Balakrishan Ravin, a computer engineering professor at the University of Tonto. Both documents can be seen a usability study of two Korean company's products.
Behold the one hand the 3, a code name to refer to one of the many variants of the Galaxy, specifically Vibrant. The second refers to the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. Both are discussed in detail the experience of users and in particular the gestures of a rebound, which Apple holds the patent.
According to the teacher the information displayed is clear enough to show that Samsung thoroughly studied his opponents to prove that Apple surpassed him in many respects in terms of creating an operating system and user experience more enjoyable.
The documents we saw again the report was more general, covering almost all aspects of the Samsung Galaxy S. In this case there is more emphasis on others and does not indicate in which direction to work more but what are the strengths of each and what it does best competition.
In the absence of a decision of the judge, it seems that things are complicated for Samsung. The documentation, analyzed objectively, makes clear that the Koreans did not lose sight of Apple and the similarities are not coincidental.

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Plextor M5 Pro, a small update of the range

 

Our analysis of M3 Pro left us a very good taste, providing a truly high performance compared to other SSD analyzed. Plextor uses Marvell controller instead of other SandForce who are perhaps more common.
The new SSD Plextor brand is called M5 Pro, and by name you can predict that this is an evolution on the M3. A high-end SSD promises 540 and 450 MB / s read and write, respectively, using Marvell's 88SS9187. The set allows 94,000 86,000 IOPS, according to official specifications.
The space occupied by Plextor in the world of SSD is very small, covered by giants such as OCZ, Crucial Intel or whose products have received very good reviews. Plextor M5 Pro comes at a time when flash storage is dropping dramatically in price , which is ideal for many users will step in and pick up a unit. M5 Pro presents itself as an interesting option, at least if filing as well as the previous M3 Pro.
The manufacturer has confirmed that Plextor M5 Pro hit the market from September in capacities of 128, 256 and 512 GB. Prices are still unknown but official information states that communicated shortly.

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Laptop For Gaming : teaching by

 

If a gaming laptop is not for you (by budget, size, whatever) but want to play, there are many laptops with enough power to play most games, even at the lowest detail and resolution in a gaming laptop. Look at these features:

Graphics card (GPU)

• Is the most important for games.
• If you find a laptop with high end graphics that suits you, you can find one with mainstream graphics cards. Current options consist of ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730 and 5650 and Nvidia GeForce 400M GT series (GT 420M, GT 425M ...). The previous Nvidia GeForce GT 330M and GT 335M are also good choices.
• If you find the Acer Aspire 5943G with ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5850 a good price, go for it, even if you use DDR3 memory instead of GDDR5 is more powerful than any mainstream graphics cards.
• This kind of graphics normally only found on laptops 14 "or larger, but some laptops 13 "or less with good graphics .
• Do not focus much on the amount of graphics memory: 512 MB is enough for any graphics in this category. For high-end graphics and ATI Mobility HD 5800 series and Nvidia GeForce GTX is better up to 1 GB.

Processor (CPU)

• Most games do not need a very powerful processor to run correctly, but some, especially strategy games have much better performance with faster processors.
• With this in mind, an Intel Core i3 is sufficient in most cases, but CPU-intensive games work best with a more powerful processor, an Intel Core i5 or i7.
• For the AMD Phenom II X2 fast as the P620 (2.8 GHz) should provide a similar power to a Core i3, but many Phenom II X3 and X4 operate at lower frequencies (typically around 2 GHz) and provide a lower yield, since many games are optimized for fast 2-core processors.
• Beware of low voltage Intel processors since the models can confuse a bit. If a "U" in model number (eg Intel Core i7 640 U M), the processor is a low voltage version will have a much lower performance than normal (although the battery will last longer).
• In short, if you have to choose between good graphics and a good processor, the GPU should be given preference, but if you can afford a more powerful processor, choose it, just in case.

Memory (RAM)

• Do not worry too much about it, if you have 4 GB of RAM will not have problems. Up to 4 GB to 8 GB does not benefit much gaming performance , so it is better to use the money on other improvements.

Suggestions

Many laptop brands meet the above conditions:

• Acer : the Aspire with a "G" in model number with dedicated graphics, although they are often as low-end ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470.
• Asus : all N series models are mid-range graphics card, and in some model of the series A, K and X graphics can also be found acceptable.
• Dell : all laptops in the XPS series have Nvidia GeForce GT 400M series are configurable and therefore are an excellent choice. You have 3 sizes to choose from (14.0 ", 15.6" and 17.3 ").
• Hewlett-Packard : the Pavilion series has a good price / performance ratio between the models and 15.6 "(dv6) and 17.3" (dv7) there are several models with mid-range graphics (usually ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 .)
• Sony : The Vaio series E , consisting of EA models (14.0 "), EB (15.6") and EC (17.3 "), can be configured with an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650, while the Vaio F (16.4 "), which has a more careful and better quality (and therefore more expensive) has the Nvidia GeForce GT 425M. All models are configurable.
• Toshiba : some models with good graphics in the series Satellite L655 (15.6 ") and A660 (16.0 "). The Qosmio F60 is also equipped with an Nvidia GeForce GT 330M, but comes out quite expensive.

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› Dell inspiron Service : Good Credit or is a Noob ?

 

Well as stated in my profile I am a computer engineer so I understand some of these gadgets whether they be laptops, desktop pcs etc.
Throughout my professional life I've worked with teams of this brand and even bought a laptop at home via their website.

In general, I've used Dell products have done well. These are teams that look good and not too expensive, though of course no mistake they are more expensive than other brands of lower reputation.
I've only had a problem with a laptop inspiron years ago I acquired. It seems that any problems detected in one type of batteries for laptops that marketed and chance my model was affected. For without asking and I know I sent an explanatory letter and a new battery in the nose. The problem was supposed to be has never failed me.
The first time I see that. This denotes that it is a serious company.
The problem was when the 4 year old began to fail the screen. Vertical lines started coming out more and more. I went to the internet and actually was another problem with a component model that took the screens. Well in this case is to change a screen is a lot of money they gave me another. That if by notebooks with less than 3 years for the people of America if they had which placed the screen replacement. Is that if I get to give another 4 years to me I put a monument. It's been 6 years and the laptop still works so if many stripes on the screen. When I use this that I hardly use it because I have a ACER Ferrari I put the monitor and go.

At work we have Dell and all went well. You can tell they have a good finish and the truth that the professionals who used Shemos agree that Dell is a brand that is somewhat above the average quality we can find on the market.
Website: when I had to buy through the website the truth I did not have any problem. This very clear and let you set up your computer with enough flexibility choosing the processor, hard drive, display type, etc..
You hit send, you pay ... and not too long I think it was 15 days you have the device ready for use.
That if the subject of the warranty I found it a scam. If you wanted to extend the basic warranty they charged more than what I mean by normal.
Another good thing is that I got a printer for my purchase. It is obvious that to him alone that printer cartridges dell that I can put my knowledge. Not really used it because I use the work ... But good on that site they give you something to buy?

The truth we have enough models to choose from. I mostly know which are domestically. I wish I have one of those bugs that have taken the alienware for gamers, a laptop to play with a great pint ... That if a price that is out of my budget.

Finishing: Dell is a brand that is above average quality but of course you pay more than a brand with less reputable or a clone system. It's just whether you want a team with more assurance that you get it by paying more. Of course in this life no one said anything and now all teams have 2 year warranty on most parts ...

I hope you have helped my opinion ^_^

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¤Hot Laptop ! : hp dm4-1160us specs

 

HP Pavilion dm4-1160us 14-Inch Laptop Specifications, Price under $800.00, This stylish HP laptop has a brushed aluminum finish with the stream design in argento, HP Pavilion dm4-1160us laptop also equipped with a LightScribe Technology SuperMulti DVD Burner.
HP Pavilion dm4-1160us features :

• Intel® Core™ i5-450M Processor (2.40GHz)
• 4GB installed memory
• 500GB hard drive
• 14.0″ diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView LED Display (1366 x 768)
• Intel HD Graphics with up to 1696MB total graphics memory
• SuperMulti 8X DVDñR/RW with Double Layer Support
• Brushed aluminum finish with the stream design in argento
• HP TrueVision Webcam with integrated digital microphone
• HP SimplePass with integrated fingerprint reader
• Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN & Bluetooth® with WiDi
• 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
• 101-key compatible with island-style full-size keyboard
• 6-Cell 55WHr Lithium-Ion Battery for up to 6 hours of battery life
• Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit operating system
• Dimensions 13.42 in (L) x 8.98 in (D) x .098 in (min H) / 1.27 in (max H) (4.41lbs)
• 1 year warranty

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»TERA Ready to give everything on the battlefield!

 

Gameforge announces a new update by the end August, the action combat MMO TERA . The patch "Argon Queen" comes with a system of improved Battlefield, which will test tactics and teamwork ability of the players.
Achieve fame!
Along with improvements in PvP and balancing objects, the introduction of Battlefield will TERA players the opportunity to experience a new form of gambling. "Defiance Run" is a battlefield 15 vs. 15, where level 60 players are able to participate alone or with a group of up to 5 players, use the party matching system. Adventurers can begin their adventures in the field from all Arborea, except for the instances.
Stay alert
Teams earn points by occupying any of the three strongest available, ending defeat monsters and other players. Those brave souls who die in combat will not have to worry as it will rise automatically in the team camp.
Note, however, that the struggle is not only strong conquer or destroy your opponents. Players get more points by defeating monsters killing opposing team members. And those who will get down BAMs powerful effects that can make the end tip the scales in your favor.
I can help?
Support classes such as healers or tanks can help their allies healing or protecting other team members, thus promoting the formation of a dense network of support. When the battle is over, the points earned credits will become "Leader to Victory". With them, players can purchase items for the battlefield and new makeover articles in all major cities.
The new battlefield "Defiance Run" will force players to work together, or lose against opponents better organized. A new style of game is about to TERA and great rewards for those who can meet the challenge.
You can find more information about the update and the game on the official website of TERA http://tera-europe.com/home.html .

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SPARX, a video game that helps fight depression and isolation teen

 

Many people, especially the more mature, have a very poor opinion of the game , but some may be helpful for young people, and between these games find SPARX.
SPARX is a videogame developed by a team led by Sally Merry, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at the University of Auckland. This game is aimed at teenagers and aims to help fight depression and social problems such as isolation.
Adolescent depression is a common phenomenon and widespread. It is not something to be taken lightly, and while some teenagers are able to overcome this kind of obstacles on their own, others need help to quit. And that's where it comes into play SPARX, which uses a cognitive-behavioral therapy through puzzles and obstacles encountered in the game. For the young person can go through all stages, chances are you need some outside help.
The atmosphere of the game is becoming more luminous and inspiring, creating a sensation as if all the ill effects of depression and isolation simply vanish.
Still do not know when will be released, but is expected to SPARX help a lot of teenagers around the world.

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