This may not be a mountain climbing, super-human robo suit but it still may improve the lives of quadriplegics around the globe. The MyTobii monitor is a first generation development that would allow people to control their computer screens by simply moving their eyes. Admittedly, the technology is not without its flaws because you still need the mouse to click, but that seems like a small obstacle for the next-gen MyTobii.
MyTobii P10 is a portable eye-controlled communication device. Everything, including a 15″ screen, eye control device and computer, is integrated into one unit. Just connect to a power source, such as a wall socket, power wheelchair or separate battery. The device can be mounted for use at a desk, wheelchair, bed or anywhere suitable for the user.
Who is helped by MyTobii? Users with disabilities such as:
* Cerebral Palsy
* ALS
* High level spinal injuries
* Multiple Sclerosis
With powerful, state-of-the-art features, MyTobii brings eye control to a whole new audience of users. The interface can be configured for many different skill levels thus being flexible enough to serve many different user groups.
Dependable, easy operation:
* Easy to set up
* Fully automatic
* Quick, easy one-time calibration
* Mounts to desk, bed or wheelchair
* Easy to adjust to the needs of different user groups
The eye tracker doesn’t need the user to “do” or “wear” anything. Simply sit in front of it, follow a dot during a 30-second calibration and you are on your way! With flexible mounting, easy customization and different hardware options, every situation is catered to.
Reliable tracking:
* No undue restraint on head movements
* Tracks nearly everyone, even those with glasses or contacts
* Works in many lighting conditions
* Compensates for large head movements without errors
* Very high accuracy
MyTobii can be relied upon to keep working. MyTobii will operate precisely regardless of glasses, contacts, eye color or light conditions. With MyTobii, those with uncontrolled head movements can use eye control for the first time. Tobii’s unique ability to deal with large head movements opens up eye control to user groups who have been unable to use other systems.
Robust design:
* Eye tracking components fully-integrated
* Robust casings will survive real-world use
* New portable unit with computer processing built in
Tobii Technology’s world-leading eye tracking techniques and an integrated, tough design make the MyTobii eye tracking system extremely accurate, portable and tough enough to deal with real-life. No fragile external cameras or lighting units mean your system will be able to go everywhere with you. High accuracy and powerful interaction techniques mean MyTobii will also keep up with you.
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