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New York-based startup Synchron has achieved a remarkable breakthrough in assistive technology, enabling a patient with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) to control Amazon’s Alexa using only their thoughts. The man became the first person in the world to use a brain-computer interface (BCI) implant with Alexa. The innovation allows individuals with severe mobility limitations to interact with Amazon Alexa, providing them greater independence and control over their environment. This summer, Synchron also announced how it was able to make its brain implant technology work with Apple Vision Pro.
The implant works by decoding specific brain signals associated with intended actions, transforming thought patterns into commands for Alexa. For individuals who may lose the ability to speak or move their limbs, this technology offers a new level of autonomy. Through Alexa and Synchron, patients can manage various tasks; everything from controlling lights and adjusting the thermostat to accessing information hands-free.
Considered a rival to Elon Musk’s Neuralink, the mind-controlled technology from Synchron exemplifies the potential of BCIs to empower people with disabilities or accessibility issues, offering them new ways to engage with technology and maintain independence. While still in its early stages, Synchron’s latest innovation with Alexa reveals how brain-computer interfaces will revolutionize accessibility and reshape human-computer interaction, making technology more intuitive and inclusive for those with neurological conditions like ALS. Go get more data and watch how the brain implants work here.
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