At CEATEC 2024, Japan Display Inc. (JDI) introduced ZINNSIA, a sensor interface technology that has the potential to change how everyday materials can be turned into interactive touch-sensitive surfaces. Originally unveiled in June, the ZINNSIA sensor was showcased at CEATEC with a series of demonstrations designed to illustrate the vast potential for integrating sensor functionality into a wide array of materials, ranging from wood and marble to fabric and leather.ZINNSIA […]

At CEATEC 2024, Lightning Silicon Technology – a spin-off of the US-based microdisplays company Kopin and owner of the Solos smartglasses brand – exhibited its latest technology. Solos, initially recognized for developing smart displays integrated into athletic eyewear to boost performance, has shifted its focus from embedded microdisplays to AI-driven audio technology.In January 2023, the company launched its AirGo3 smartglass collection, featuring smart audio capabilities such as Whisper Message. In January […]

At CEATEC 2024, the Fujitsu booth-themed “Vision AI Park*” showcased AI as a trusted assistant that enhances people’s lives in sports, healthcare, and culture. The exhibition highlighted how Fujitsu’s Human Motion Analytics (HMA)* technology leverages markerless computer vision, AI, and data to enhance sports performance, improve well-being, and preserve traditional art. Visitors experienced firsthand how AI could digitize human movements and deliver actionable information instantly, opening new avenues in each field. Fujitsu’s AI-centric approach […]

At CEATEC 2024, Panasonic showcased its AI vision-powered refrigerator, which was launched in Japan in the Spring/Summer of 2024. This AI-driven refrigerator features intelligent food management technology that improves people’s lives while reducing food waste. Equipped with an integrated external AI camera, this smart fridge can recognize up to 45 types of vegetables, track their freshness, and recommend recipes using ingredients nearing their best-before date. Connected to the Live Pantry app, users can […]

At CEATEC 2024, we visited the JVCKENWOOD booth, which featured three areas themed around “Connecting people, time, and space to create the future.” This aligns with the company’s philosophy of “bringing excitement and peace of mind to people around the world” through cutting-edge technology to enrich lives. JVCKENWOOD showcased innovative video, audio, and wireless solutions designed to create new value for the future. The first area, labeled by the company […]

NEC has demonstrated security system advances at CEATEC 2024 by showing the latest version of a cutting-edge multimodal biometric authentication system that combines the world’s leading face and iris recognition technologies.This system is designed for high-security applications such as access control for critical infrastructure, data centers, and environments where conventional facial recognition might struggle, such as in food processing plants and medical institutions where individuals wear protective gear. It also […]

Sony’s Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) image sensors are transforming industries by allowing the detection of materials and substances invisible to the human eye. This is part of a larger push on sensors, a domain Sony is very successful in.By harnessing specific wavelengths of light, SWIR sensors capture images not only in the visible spectrum but also in the short-wavelength infrared region, enabling advanced applications across various sectors, such as food inspection, material sorting, […]

\TOKUFASTbot made history by solving a puzzle cube in an astounding 0.305 seconds, a feat that earned it recognition from Guinness World Records as the fastest robot ever to solve a cube. This remarkable achievement surpassed the previous record of 0.38 seconds, setting a new benchmark in robotics and automation.TOKUFASTbot’s success is built on a foundation of cutting-edge industrial automation (FA) hardware, control technology, and image analysis systems. The robot […]

Sharp Corporation demonstrated an outdoor-compatible A0-sized ePoster, which received the prestigious Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry Award at CEATEC AWARD 2024. This award is given to the most innovative technologies, products, and services among exhibitors at that tradeshow, held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba City.The Sharp ePoster stands out due to its groundbreaking energy efficiency. Using technology similar to color e-paper, it requires no power to retain images on […]

The advent of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies has transformed how we interact with digital content, and the need for intuitive, responsive interfaces has grown significantly. At CEATEC 2024, TDK demonstrated a ring-shaped interface (controller), offering new hardware options for AR and VR controllers.This ring interface, specifically designed for XR (eXtended Reality) glasses, leverages finger movements to control virtual environments. Equipped with a 3D motion sensor, the […]

At CEATEC 2024 in Tokyo, TDK unveiled its latest hardware components for AR/VR smart glasses, showcasing a series of innovations highlighting its continued focus on retinal projection technology. This year’s advancements build upon TDK’s efforts to refine direct retinal projection, a system that offers unique AR/VR industry benefits.One of the most anticipated updates was the upgraded resolution of TDK’s retinal projector, which now supports 1080p, up from 720p in the […]

At CEATEC Japan 2024, JVC Kenwood showcased its AI-assisted True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earphones with a built-in miniature camera. The unique feature of these earphones is the integration of a camera that, when connected to a Gen-AI in the cloud via a smartphone, allows users to ask questions about their surroundings and receive audible responses directly through the earphones. This hands-free, voice-interactive system eliminates the need for the user to […]

Toyota is set to introduce portable hydrogen cartridges at Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2024  in October marking a significant step in hydrogen technology. These sleek, cylindrical cartridges resemble oversized AA batteries and are designed for portability and ease of use.Developed by Toyota’s subsidiary, Woven, the cartridges offer a swappable, portable power solution for next-generation fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), home appliances, and even off-grid applications. These cartridges provide a versatile […]