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My Progress 7 Replies
Started by Benjamin H. Last reply by Benjamin H Jun 8, 2011.
Skype plugin for "control booth" for Windows 2 Replies
Started by RobotDude. Last reply by RobotDude Apr 12, 2010.
Urgent Help Needed 1 Reply
Started by Zaka Haque. Last reply by Benjamin H Mar 14, 2010.
Can I use a Window laptop? 6 Replies
Started by Andrew Murray. Last reply by Adi Berlia Feb 12, 2010.
Why isn't Telepresence more popular? 6 Replies
Started by Marque Cornblatt. Last reply by Naohiro IIDA Jan 12, 2010.
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iSparky Prototype Teaser Video
Check out this hot-off-the-presses clip of the iSparky prototype going toe-to-toe with a 2 year old girl. Telepresence has never been quite this adorable before.
iSparky is still in the prototype stage. It utilizes an iPad 2, an iRobot Create chassis, Apple Facetime software and the Sparky Control App. It can be operated from anywhere in…
ContinuePosted by Marque Cornblatt on July 13, 2011 at 3:00pm — 2 Comments
iSparky Telepresence Prototype Spotted at TEDxSF
I am pleased to finally be able to reveal the next evolution of the Sparky project - known as iSparky. Based on the iPad 2 and the iRobot Create chassis, iSparky is an App-based solution to low-cost DIY mobile telepresence.
iSparky was unveiled at a recent TEDxSF event, held at the…
ContinuePosted by Marque Cornblatt on June 9, 2011 at 12:30pm
Sparky Jr. interview with Robot Vacuum Cleaner Blog
Sparky Jr. was recently covered by a blog dedicated to robot vacuums. Thanks to Dave at Robot Vacuum Cleaner for the recent interview. See the entire article here
Posted by Marque Cornblatt on January 26, 2010 at 3:01pm
Hi
I am Naohiro IIDA in japan.
I like robots very much.
Up to now, I have produced more robots.
It is thought that the telepresence is a killer application, and it is what I need it.
I was impressed to see Sparky Jr.
And, I also assume the way including production.
Thanks,ALL
I like robots very much.
Up to now, I have produced more robots.
It is thought that the telepresence is a killer application, and it is what I need it.
I was impressed to see Sparky Jr.
And, I also assume the way including production.
Thanks,ALL
Posted by Naohiro IIDA on January 12, 2010 at 12:09am — 2 Comments
Great RC Car Telepresence Project
From MAKE Online
Check out this great little telepresence project by Maker Charles Palen. It uses a combination of technologies, including a Red5 Flash server for video streaming, WiFI, a netbook, RC car and homebrew RC interceptor device.
Yet another exciting variation of the telepresence concept, and cheap too. Way to go Charles!
Here's the… Continue
Check out this great little telepresence project by Maker Charles Palen. It uses a combination of technologies, including a Red5 Flash server for video streaming, WiFI, a netbook, RC car and homebrew RC interceptor device.
Yet another exciting variation of the telepresence concept, and cheap too. Way to go Charles!
Here's the… Continue
Posted by Marque Cornblatt on December 9, 2009 at 4:30pm
Charlie the Robot Starts Work at Rest Home
[from CNET]
Charlie takes his first tentative step (?) towards a world of telepresence robot helpers. In an Aukland, NZ rest home, the residents are responding well to assisted care performed by Charlie, a "health-bot" that is part of a university study to determine how people will react to robot assistance.
Read the full story… Continue
Charlie takes his first tentative step (?) towards a world of telepresence robot helpers. In an Aukland, NZ rest home, the residents are responding well to assisted care performed by Charlie, a "health-bot" that is part of a university study to determine how people will react to robot assistance.
Read the full story… Continue
Posted by Marque Cornblatt on November 25, 2009 at 1:05pm
Intel Robot Plugs Itself In - Now, Who Wants to Code This Up for Sparky?
Posted by Marque Cornblatt on September 29, 2009 at 3:26pm
The Reality of Robot Surrogates - Bruce Willis on Mobile Telepresence
An interesting take on the state-of-the-art... With Die Hard!!
How far are we from sending robots into the world in our stead?
Anne Marie Corrley writes:
"Imagine a world where you're stronger, younger, better looking, and don't age. Well, you do, but your robot surrogate—which you control…
Posted by Marque Cornblatt on September 24, 2009 at 1:30pm
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RobotDude commented on Marque Cornblatt's blog post 'iSparky Prototype Teaser Video'
This is so cool.
When are you going to release it? Will it work only with FaceTime or you will have support to Skype?
Michel Porcino updated their profile
I think I may have almost everything I need to build something like this, except a cable from 30 pin Mac to the iRobot Create,
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Britt Griscom commented on Marque Cornblatt's blog post 'iSparky Prototype Teaser Video'
I want one! Please post the instructions and code soon!
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iSparky Prototype Teaser Video
Check out this hot-off-the-presses clip of the iSparky prototype going toe-to-toe with a 2 year old girl. Telepresence has never been quite this adorable before. iSparky is still in the prototype stage. It utilizes an iPad 2, an iRobot Create chassis, Apple Facetime software and the Sparky Control App. It can be operated from anywhere in the world and costs well below $1000. The hardware can be assembled and the software installed in 30-45 minutes.See More
A blog post by Marque Cornblatt was featured
iSparky Prototype Teaser Video
Check out this hot-off-the-presses clip of the iSparky prototype going toe-to-toe with a 2 year old girl. Telepresence has never been quite this adorable before. iSparky is still in the prototype stage. It utilizes an iPad 2, an iRobot Create chassis, Apple Facetime software and the Sparky Control App. It can be operated from anywhere in the world and costs well below $1000. The hardware can be assembled and the software installed in 30-45 minutes.See More
Blog post by Marque Cornblatt
iSparky Telepresence Robot
About the Sparky Project: The name Sparky is based on an acronym for "Self Portrait Artifact --Roving Chassis I" - an art project started in 1994. Since that...
Video posted by Marque Cornblatt
iSparky Telepresence Prototype Spotted at TEDxSF
I am pleased to finally be able to reveal the next evolution of the Sparky project - known as iSparky. Based on the iPad 2 and the iRobot Create chassis, iSparky is an App-based solution to low-cost DIY mobile telepresence. iSparky was unveiled at a recent TEDxSF event, held at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San…See More
A blog post by Marque Cornblatt was featured
iSparky Telepresence Prototype Spotted at TEDxSF
I am pleased to finally be able to reveal the next evolution of the Sparky project - known as iSparky. Based on the iPad 2 and the iRobot Create chassis, iSparky is an App-based solution to low-cost DIY mobile telepresence. iSparky was unveiled at a recent TEDxSF event, held at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San…See More
Blog post by Marque Cornblatt
Benjamin H replied to Benjamin H's discussion 'My Progress'
Ok here it is,
Instructable: http://www.instructables.com/id/MAYA-Telepresence-Rover/
Blog: mayarover.blogspot.com
It turned out great!
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