Ultraleap Launches Helios Development Kit and Pilot Programme: Pioneering Event-Based Interaction Technology for Smart Glasses
PARIS, Dec 18, 2024
Key Takeaways:
- Ultraleap unveil world’s first development kit to combine Prophesee’s GENX320 event camera and advanced micro-gesture (via Helios SDK)
- A new era of interaction technology for smart glasses, enabling gesture control for content and applications
- Launch of Helios Pilot Programme – Unique opportunity to secure one of the limited Helios development kits and be one of the first to develop with this technology
The Helios Pilot Programme
Ultraleap is now opening the doors and inviting specialist researchers and industry experts to shape the future of this revolutionary technology. Through the launch of an early access pilot programme, members will get their own Helios Development Kit and have the chance to contribute directly to the product development journey.
“We’re excited to work with TCL RayNeo and Prophesee to bring a new level of interactivity to AR glasses. Our goal is to make AR glasses that are as intuitive and immersive as possible. By combining our hand tracking technology with TCL RayNeo’s AR expertise and Prophesee’s event sensors, we will be creating products that not only enhance user experience but also set a new standard for the industry,” said Tom Carter, CEO and Co-Founder of Ultraleap.
Unlocking New Possibilities with Helios
The Helios Development Kit includes an alpha version of the Helios SDK. Developers can access supported microgestures like right swipe, left swipe, and double pinch.
“Event-based vision technology unlocks low-latency, low-power, and high-dynamic-range capabilities,” said Luca Verre, CEO and Co-Founder of Prophesee. “The Helios Development Kit enables breakthrough applications in AR/VR, IoT, and more.”
As computing devices reduce in form factor to become more suitable for our day-to-day lives, the need for low-power interaction is ever increasing. Ultraleap are staying ahead of industry’s trends and continue to break the boundaries between physical and digital worlds.
“Ultraleap’s microgesture models and Prophesee’s GENX320 sensor deliver a powerful platform for researchers and OEMs developing the next generation of human-computer interaction,” added Carter.
Join the World’s Greatest Interaction Pioneers
Be at the forefront of gesture interaction technology, by securing a spot in The Helios Pilot Programme. As a member of this exclusive group, you’ll receive a Helios Development Kit and gain direct access to Ultraleap’s research team. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of event-based interaction technologies, including the beta version of the SDK.
Developers and researchers can register interest here.
CES 2025 Showcase:
Ultraleap will showcase its technology at CES 2025, held from January 7–11, 2025. To schedule a demo, contact us at hello@ultraleap.com
ABOUT ULTRALEAP
Ultraleap’s world-leading hand tracking and mid-air haptic technologies have been developed over 10 years using artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision to allow you to engage with the digital world naturally – without touching surfaces. No touchscreens. No controllers. No keypads. From enhancing 2D screens to developing fully immersive 3D experiences, Ultraleap powers natural, safe and effortless digital interaction in the increasingly connected world. Ultraleap employs more than 150 people across Europe, North America, and Asia. It offers the full vertical stack of software and hardware to enable spatial computing for the automotive, out of-home, industrial, XR, entertainment and medical sectors.
ABOUT PROPHESEE
Prophesee is the inventor of the world’s most advanced neuromorphic vision systems having developed a breakthrough Event-based approach to computer vision. Prophesee’s patented Metavision® sensors and AI algorithms mimic how the human eye and brain work to dramatically improve speed and energy efficiency in areas such as autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, IoT, mobile and AR/VR.
Learn more: www.prophesee.ai
