Brain implant, Amazon and Alexa
Via Brain Implant, ALS Patient Able To Control Amazon Device With Thoughts
A New York-based neurotech startup, Synchron, successfully implanted its brain-computer interface into a blood vessel on the brain of the man with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. ALS affects motor neurons, the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Brain implant allows ALS patient to control Amazon’s Alexa with thought: ‘Gives me back the independence that I’m losing’
To be able to manage important aspects of my environment and control access to entertainment gives me back the independence that I’m losing.”
This Brain Implant Lets People Control Amazon Alexa With Their Minds
Neuralink rival Synchron is connecting its brain–computer interface with consumer technologies to allow people with paralysis more functionality.
Brain implant lets ALS patient control Amazon Alexa with his mind
Saying “Alexa, play KCBS Radio,” without having to speak at all may soon be a reality. This week, the brain-computer interface (BCI) company Synchron announced that a man accessed Amazon’s speaker with his direct thoughts.
Brain implant lets man control Alexa with thought
A patient with a degenerative disease was able to command Amazon’s Alexa digital assistant with his mind, the company behind the technological innovation announced on Monday, letting him stream shows and control devices with only his thoughts.
Brain implant lets man mentally 'tap' icons on Amazon tablet
A patient with a degenerative disease was able to command Amazon's Alexa digital assistant with his mind, the company behind the technological innovation announced Monday, letting him stream
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