Umoove is Getting in on the Face-Tracking Train
Michael Baxter — January 19, 2014 — Tech
With the Kinect and other motion based interfaces becoming so popular, it was only a matter of time before mobile platforms embraced face-tracking. This Umoove app allows users to control their phones simply by looking at it.
Umoove is a company that is pioneering this face-tracking movement with its two apps. One app is a face-tracker and the other an eye-tracker. This innovation is far from completed but for right now it can be used in Umoove's portable game.
The game sees users controlling a character that flies around in the virtual world collecting goodies. The game is completely run through the face-tracking system, and while the technology is still not complete, it works well. Pulling off specific or very difficult movements is still a work in progress, but you can expect to see this kind of gaming take off in the near future.
Umoove is a company that is pioneering this face-tracking movement with its two apps. One app is a face-tracker and the other an eye-tracker. This innovation is far from completed but for right now it can be used in Umoove's portable game.
The game sees users controlling a character that flies around in the virtual world collecting goodies. The game is completely run through the face-tracking system, and while the technology is still not complete, it works well. Pulling off specific or very difficult movements is still a work in progress, but you can expect to see this kind of gaming take off in the near future.
Trend Themes
1. Mobile Face-tracking - There is a growing trend in mobile platforms embracing face-tracking technology, allowing users to control their devices simply by looking at them.
2. Eye-tracking Development - Companies like Umoove are pioneering eye-tracking technology, which has the potential to enhance user experiences and create new possibilities for control systems.
3. Virtual World Gaming - The use of face-tracking technology in gaming is on the rise, providing users with immersive experiences and new ways to interact with virtual environments.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The technology industry has the opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for mobile face-tracking interfaces by developing advanced systems and applications.
2. Gaming - The gaming industry can leverage face-tracking technology to create innovative and immersive gaming experiences that revolutionize player interaction and gameplay mechanics.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can integrate face-tracking and eye-tracking functionality into a wide range of devices, offering users a more intuitive and hands-free user experience.
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