Sony reveals future interactive user interface

Sony CEO Kaz Hirai demonstrated a new interface the company has dubbed as Life Space UX, which aims to bring home and technology together. The first manifestation of it comes in the form of the Ultra Short Throw Project coming out this summer. It turns any wall or flat surface into an interactive touch-screen or a viewing screen for entertainment purposes.

The Verge reports that Hirai showed off what the technology can offer with windows acting as screens or vice versa. "Imagine being an avid surfer and having the perfect wall-sized window to see the world's most vivid surf spots in real time on your television," he said.

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon chip for 4K TVs

The latest crop of smart televisions, particularly of the 4K Ultra HD variety, have all the latest video technology crammed into beautiful form factors. However, there is much left to do in terms of user interface and online integration. Qualcomm aims to boost the browsing and app capabilities of the UHD sets with Snapdragon 802 quad-core SoC to help with 4K content playback and application multi-tasking and operation. It even comes with Hollywood Quality Video processing engine designed to upscale 1080p videos to near 4K image quality.

Engadget reports some of the more technical specs including quad-core Krait 1.8GHz CPU; Adreno 330 GPU; AllJoyn integration; two-stream, dual-band 802.11ac; and Snapdragon Studio Access content protection.

Intel introduces smart earpiece to rival Google Glass

Intel wants to turn you into the next Tony Stark/Iron Man, or at least make you feel like one. The tech giant introduced a new wearable concept called Jarvis. The smart earpiece can be seen to take on Google Glass without the need of the attention-grabbing glasses. The hardware is designed to listen to your voice commands as you make appointments, set reminders, and check messages. Of course, it replies to you, too. This personal assistant just needs you to say the magic words: “Hello, Jarvis.” There is no word on the price at the moment but expect a 2014 release for this device.

Source: Engadget

Expect more Android-equipped cars with new Google Open Automotive Alliance

Seems the Google and Hyundai Glass app integration was just the start. Google partners with some big automotive industry names to start what is called the Open Automotive Alliance. Google and NVIDIA is teaming up with Audi, Hyundai, GM and Honda to integrate Android further into cars. The alliance aims to push the boundaries of car innovation and help develop more intuitive and safer car technology. They plan to release new projects as early as this year so expect to see more of Google in your next automobile.