Harvard professor David Edwards has invented a small device which can transmit artificial smells from one user to another via a connection with a mobile phone interface. I thought this article might be of interest to our advertising students as Edwards plans to team up with coffee shops to make his invention "part of the consumer experience".
http://www.npr.org/blogs/alltechconsidered/2014/01/27/267166229/youve-got-mail-and-it-smells-like-18th-century-paris
A new technology dubbed "Grip UI" has been developed which aims to alleviate problems with controlling mobile phones equipped with larger screen sizes. This is a hot topic as Apple's recent revenue report sparked controversy over its less than expected iPhone 5C sales (which some think have to do with Apple's lack of larger screen options). A technology like this could open up new avenues for UI designers.
Apple gives some insight into why its mobile and desktop operating systems are designed separately. In thinking about our conversation on convergence last week and felt this article pointed out some interesting differences between desktop and mobile devices.
Interesting takeaway from CES about the next frontier for UX designers and home automation products. This article focuses on the idea that silos must be broken down between the physical and user experience design elements of products.
A new eye tracking system which allows users to to quickly select items on a screen without having to use a mouse. This video gives a good explanation for where and why their new technology is useful (something every UX/UI designer should ask themselves when creating).
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