About
Cuddly transforms a regular mobile phone into an interactive tool by embedding it into soft objects that users already have at home. It leverages the phone’s camera and flashlight (LED) to sense ambient brightness levels. Using this information, Cuddly
responds with various types of feedback—such as sounds, lights, or animations on the screen—by making use of the phone’s built-in features.
Responsibilities
- RGB detection on the camera's screen
- Created all the different types of apps using this method of detection
Presentation
- Speaker : Advances in Computer Entertainment Technology 2013 (ACE 2013)
- Exhibitor : Siggraph Asia 2013, Emerging Technologies
Concept
The camera and flash light are used to detect the compression on the object.
When no pressure is applied, the lights will spread out causing the surroundings to be bright.
However, when pressure is applied, the density increases, reducing the light entering the camera. Hence, reducing the brightness.
Using this concept, we can create multiple interactive applications.
Examples of Application
Interactive Soft Toy
Animated Character
Jumping Character
Musical and Light Pillow
Alarm Clock
Connecting with other devices to create a soft controller
Has this caught your attention?
developed an app that lets you record three different voice scripts and load them into a soft toy. When you squeeze the toy, it plays your voice with a randomly altered pitch. It’s a playful and creative way to interact with your toys. Check out the video
below to see it in action!
Presentation at ACE 2013
