Douplepoint Technologies Revolutionizes Gesture Technology at CES 2024

Command your intelligent devices with the illusion of possessing superpowers.

Doublepoint has created a groundbreaking product called the Wow Mouse, which takes gesture technology to the next level.

A black smartwatch with three LED lights emanating from the center

When Apple presented the Double Tap feature on the Apple Watch last year, it quickly became a crowd favorite. However, it soon became apparent that Double Tap lacked the customizability that would make it truly game-changing.

Maximizing the potential of gesture technology is what Doublepoint Technologies hopes to demonstrate at CES 2024. The Helsinki-based startup has developed impressive use cases of gesture technology, taking the concept to a whole new level. Their latest offering, the “Wow Mouse” app for Android watches, not only allows users to control their devices with intuitive gestures but also brings instant Bluetooth connectivity to a range of devices, including phones, tablets, and computers.

Hands-on with Doublepoint

Man in green shirt points at an unlit lamp

The team at Doublepoint was kind enough to run us through a demonstration at CES Unveiled. Of the two demos, the most impressive was the light control. While wearing the watch, you can dim the brightness of the lamps by rotating your wrist. There is almost no lag in the feedback between the light control and the users’ movements. You can turn on the lamp by pointing at it and turn it off with a flick of the wrist. The other demo involved using the gesture movement combined with the XReal headset.

Man in green shirt points at now fully lit lamp

All you need is a simple flick of the wrist.

Additionally, one of the cooler features of the Douplepoint set was a watch that tracks the pinch movements of the user. The display is a simple loading bar that gradually loads up depending on how much force you’re applying to your fingers.

The Key to Doublepoint’s Success

Doublepoint’s success lies in their newly updated gesture detection algorithm, now fully compatible with WearOS smartwatches. Ohto Pentikäinen, the CEO of Doublepoint, said their algorithm is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing products, allowing developers and manufacturers the opportunity to enhance user experiences without starting from scratch.

Doublepoint introduced their latest iteration of core software at CES Unveiled, which includes Human Interface Device (HID) support. This breakthrough allows for stationary pinch and hold gestures, revolutionizing wrist-based device control and offering a more immersive and intuitive user experience.

Q&A

Q: Can the “Wow Mouse” app be used with iPhones?

A: Unfortunately, the “Wow Mouse” app is currently only available for Android watches. However, it’s possible that Doublepoint Technologies may expand their compatibility to include iPhones in the future.

Q: Is the Doublepoint Evaluation Kit available for individuals or only for companies?

A: The Doublepoint Evaluation Kit is primarily targeted towards companies interested in embedding the Doublepoint gesture detection algorithm in their products. However, individuals who are eager to explore the capabilities of the technology may also be able to purchase the kit.

Q: How accurate and responsive is the gesture technology developed by Doublepoint?

A: Based on the demonstration at CES Unveiled, the gesture technology developed by Doublepoint appears to be highly accurate and responsive. There is minimal lag between the user’s movements and the corresponding actions performed by the device.

The Future of Gesture Technology

With Doublepoint Technologies pushing the boundaries of gesture technology, we can expect to see more innovative applications in the near future. The ability to control devices effortlessly through intuitive gestures opens up endless possibilities for enhancing user experiences. As the technology continues to evolve, we may witness gesture control becoming the norm in various industries, from smartwatches and smartphones to home automation systems and beyond.

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As we witness the evolution of gesture technology, it’s exciting to envision a future where our devices seamlessly respond to our natural movements. The Doublepoint’s gesture technology showcased at CES 2024 brings us one step closer to that future.

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