Wednesday, August 17, 2005

Interactive 3D Display: Its Here!

3d Display Story by Asim Waqar

Originally mentioned at Gizmodo as a prototype in 2003, IO2 Technology has just completed the production unit and provided the details behind the revolutionary HelioDisplay which produces interactive 3D dsiplays in thin air (via lasers) from common sources.

The HelioDisplay technology page lists some of its remarkable features:

  • Inputs from most regular sources: PC,TV, DVD, HDTV, Video game consoles
  • Projects a 22″ to 42″ (depending on model) diagonal image that floats above the device
  • It is interactive, like a virtual touch screen: a hand or finger can act as a mouse
  • Although the HelioDisplay uses lasers, the images are not holographic

    • Possible uses for this product include advertising, entertainment facilities, design prototyping, teleconferencing etc. Obviously the applications for such a product are endless. Most importantly it may convince my wife to finally allow the purchase of the Brooke Burke Swimsuit calendar for testing purposes! This of course relies heavily on pricing (TBD) and other more, um, personal matters.

    Apparently the product is ready for release; visit the product page here which looks like its being updated right now.

    Visit the IO2TECHNOLOGY company homepage here.

    Before you leave, you should also check these out:
    Printable Displays
    The Rotary Dial Watch
    The Google Adsense Notifier Extension for Firefox
    The $5,700/m Audio Cables
    Cameraphone Readable QR Tattoos


    catergory Related Tags:

     | permalink Permalink | comments Comments



    • But isn't it just 2D? From all I can see (and from the "accepts most 2D video sources"-description, it looks 2D.
    • From thier website "Heliodisplay images appear 3D when viewed from more than a few feet away because there is no physical depth reference."
    • 3d YAY
      well if it looks 3d then that is enough, ignorance is bliss. but if you are using your finger for a mouse wont you be less then a couple of feet away. I REALLY want to see one of these things.
    • MIRRRRRRORSSSS, sweet mother of crap we need a mirror!
    • wobby
      imagine all the new porno possibilities!
    • Josh
      When will DirectX support these displays? I want to render fully 3d onto thin air.
    • mirrors
    • mamboBanannaPatch
      so what ballpark are these things gonna cost
    • Lunkwill
      Well, since it's only 2D, it's "DirectX compatable" from the begining...

      Not that it's not a really cool thing, but it sure isn't 3D...

      But add headtracking to it, and it could probably be pretty dam impressive substitute for true 3D-displays, allthough only for one person at a time.
    • Celtic
      kewl
    • BlackDot
      I want one and I want it now.
    • But can you have sex with it?
    • markus
      i want to see my porn collection on this monitor. what an experience - with a 7.1 sound engine.....wow
    • Miguel
      How much does it costo???$$$$??
    • If you're interested in buying a Heliodisplay, and meeting the inventor, here's an auction on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&a.... The starting bid is $1. It's a great opportunity to get a limited first edition unit

      You can see images, videos, and read more about the auction and Heliodisplay at http://www.buyhelio.com/
    • I agree, you touched on many good points. Well said.
    • sean
      they will eventualy motion capture with more than one camera angle for full 3d depth
    blog comments powered by Disqus

    The best mobile phone deals can be found at Best Mobile Contracts

    DS Video Games



    The Overflow
    Powered by Twitter
      follow us on Twitter



      All contents copyright © 2006 OhGizmo! All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Powered by WordPress.