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Cast AR hands-on with Jeri Ellsworth at Maker Faire 2013

Cast AR handson with Jeri Ellsworth at Maker Faire 2013

When Valve's first hardware hire, Jeri Ellsworth, tweeted back in February that she was fired from the company, we were disappointed but also intrigued by what she meant by "time for new exciting projects." Well we finally saw what she's been up to here at at Maker Faire 2013. It's called Cast AR, and it's a pair of 3D augmented-reality glasses that she and former Valve programmer Rick Johnson were working on at Valve before they left.

The model we saw is still in the early prototype stages, but the concepts are already in place. Perched atop a pair of active shutter glasses are a couple of miniature LCD projectors, which bounce images from a connected computer onto a special reflective surface at a 120Hz refresh rate. A camera module sits on the eyewear's bridge and monitors an array of infrared LEDs embedded in the reflective surface. This allows for quick and accurate head tracking. Join us after the break for our impressions and stay tuned for our video interview with Jeri Ellsworth.

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Alt-week 5.16.13: bug eyes, robo-cops and fake flowers

Alt-week takes a look at the best science and alternative tech stories from the last seven days.

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If we're to find a common thread in this week's collection of stories, it'd be nature's guiding hand. How it inspires science, how we seek to imitate it, and how unnatural the future of policing could be. This is alt-week,

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Dell Project Ophelia USB Android stick to ship in July, priced at $100

Dell Ophelia USB Android stick to ship in July, priced at $100

We know that "wherefore art thou?" was about Romeo, but if your question was for (Dell's) Ophelia, then it's likely more "when art thou." The answer? July. The Android pendrive / USB computer we saw back at CES may be one of many, but distinctive thanks to its mainstream PC-maker origins. We're still lacking a lot of the specifics, other than that there's WiFi, Bluetooth, Wyse PocketCloud integration, plus, of course, HDMI and Android 4.something. There will likely be a few enterprise-friendly features too (administration tools, remote wiping) reports PC World. As usual, developers will get their hands on them first, with -- interestingly -- some cable and telecoms companies potentially stocking it too -- though no specifics at this time. So, the $100 Dell might not be the portable you'd love for this price, but maybe the USB PC finally crossing over?

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The New 2014 Cadillac CTS teaser pics

In what should make a triumphant addition to the comeback of Cadillac some images have leaked online prior to the official debut at the NY Auto Show this week. The materials are stunning and customers will have a truly worthy American Luxury brand to consider with the ATS, CTS, XTS, SRX, ELR and Escalade. This is a great job by an inspiring team ran by Ed Welburn who we have featured and I am proud to say is also a fellow  alum of Howard University. The powertrain is rumored to be a twin…

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A 2310 HTS Home Theater Speaker System review

Since 1979, Boston Acoustics has been a stalwart in audio excellence and their home and car audio systems have been consistently some of the best. Low frequency sound fidelity has always been an exact science requiring the precision of sound to ensure the aural environment created by the content…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on December 12, 2012 at 4:05pm

Exclusive Interview with Kim Adam House Head of marketing Jeep (Detroit is back Series)

Jeep is an American icon, originally conceived in the early 1900's by Willys Overland, who displayed its ability to drive over steps. In 1941, Jeep was instrumental to the war effort with the original…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on November 4, 2012 at 3:08pm

Exclusive Interview with Ford Fusion Marketing Manager Samantha Hoyt (Detroit is back Series)

We have had a long history covering the Ford Motor Company. In fact, one of the proudest moments of my career was the…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on November 4, 2012 at 12:09pm

Exclusive Interview with Chris Paul CP3 (Detroit is back Series)

When challenges are placed before us, our true character is forged by how we respond and by our ability to influence others through the character we exhibit. A native of Lewisville, North Carolina (near Winston Salem), Chris Paul has faced challenges in his life. His grandfather, Nathaniel Jones was…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on October 31, 2012 at 9:26pm

Exclusive Interview with Chris Paul CP3 (Detroit is back Series)

When challenges are placed before us, our true character is forged by how we respond and by our ability to influence others through the character we exhibit. A native of Lewisville, North Carolina (near Winston Salem), Chris Paul has faced challenges in his life. His grandfather, Nathaniel Jones was…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on October 31, 2012 at 9:26pm

Exclusive Interview with Ralph Gilles SRT CEO & Chrysler Global Design Chief (Detroit is back Series) pt 1.

 

Following the career of Global Design Director, Ralph Gilles has been an amazing voyage. In 2005, while Chrysler was merged with Daimler, I interviewed a then young designer on-the-rise about his work with the rear-wheel drive LX platform and his iconic design…

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Exclusive Interview with Fisker Automotive Founder Henry Fisker (Detroit is Back Series)

As Fisker came up for his DOE loan under the department of Energy Advanced Technology vehicle manufacturing loan program created in 2008 with a fund of $25 billion…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on October 28, 2012 at 12:47am

Exclusive Interview with Ford CEO Alan Mulally (Detroit is back Series)

An affable CEO, who made his name with his superb leadership at airplane manufacturer, Boeing, Alan Mulally fundamentally changed the trajectory of Ford and saved the iconic brand in probably the most tumultuous stage in its history. By the time Alan Mulally…

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GM VP GLOBAL DESIGN ED WELBURN (Detroit is Back Series)







To re-enter the stock market with the largest IPO ever is a feat, due in no small part to the quality of products GM has…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on October 28, 2012 at 12:30am

Exclusive Interview with GM President of North America Mark Reuss (Detroit is back Series)

Mark Reuss has had a huge challenge being at the helm as President of North America at General Motors. An engineer by trade, Mark has the monumental task of overseeing the legendary brands Billy Durant put together to form GM and bring them to resurgence in the main market that matters to the tax payers who…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on October 28, 2012 at 12:28am

Test Drive 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

The Sonata Hybrid had my attention with the use of one of my favorite songs Salt-N-Pepa's “Push It” in the commercial. 80's nostalgia aside, the hybrid is truly an amazing car which with the new Blue Link technology brings efficient driving to social technology. With Blue…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on September 25, 2012 at 3:58pm

2013 Kia Soul Test Drive

Test Drive 2013 Kia Soul

Made famous by the memorable hamsters and a hip sense of style, The Kia Soul has carved a niche for itself and for 2013 the model improves its standing. Starting at a price point below $15,000 the Soul features running LED's, a UVO voice command media system, backup camera,…

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Posted by Toyz Nation on September 25, 2012 at 3:48pm

2012 Kia Optima Hybrid Test Drive

Test Drive 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid

It has now become commonplace in the past four years to find full-size vehicles that offer 40 MPG on the highway. The hybrid model is a welcomed addition to the exciting Optima lineup for stylish sedans with performance and and a slew of features. The Hybrid…

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