Glamos: Control your Smart TV with Gestures from the Sofa

glamosThe technological revolution we are living, allows us to enjoy all kinds of devices that a few years ago seemed a thing of science fiction movies. And today, we are going to talk about one of those gadgets that will leave you with your mouth open. What does he do? Turn your Smart TV , or any type of traditional screen into interactive.

We talk about a curious gadget that has been designed by a former Samsung engineer, and that will allow any traditional screen to become interactive. As usual in this type of solutions, he has opted to present this curious product, named Glamos , through the Kickstarter collective financing page, where it is sweeping like never before due to its impressive functionality.

You can turn your Smart TV, or any traditional screen, into interactive

The mechanism used by Glamos is based on LiDAR technology (abbreviation for detection and light range in English). The idea is quite simple, but very effective. A small sensor built into the front of this device fires laser light beams and calculates the time it takes for the light to return to the sensor.

In this way, it is able to detect all kinds of movements. A technology that is used in the best robot vacuum cleaners and autonomous vehicles, and now you can take advantage of to get even more out of your Smart TV. How? Because Glamos creates a virtual screen in two dimensions that is capable of detecting certain gestures, which translate into movements on the screen of the device to which it is connected.

Cartel promocional de Glamos

The best? That Glamos is compatible with any gadget with a screen: tablets, computers, Smart TV … Come on, that the features offered by this curious product are very interesting. More than anything because, the idea of turning your TV screen into an interactive device with which to play, or access Netflix without having to use the remote control, is a detail to consider.

Another of the most interesting points of Glamos, is that this gadget has a great detection angle, so you can use it perfectly to offer more interactive presentations using gestures comfortably. In addition, its measured design allows you to take it anywhere without major problems. Not to mention the fact that you can connect it through its Bluetooth support, which makes it possible to create an interactive screen wherever you want.

Usando glamos en una Smart TV

A very interesting product, and that will allow you to get even more out of your Smart TV . Of course, although there are several versions available, it is best to bet on the Glamos Pro model, since the one with Bluetooth is a point in its favor. Regarding the price and release date of this curious gadget, say that it can already be booked through its website on Kickstarter , at a price of $ 154 (less than 140 euros to change), with shipping costs included.

You will have to have a little patience, since the first units will be sent in July 2020, but it is worth the wait for a device with these characteristics. Are you ready to get the most out of your TV, projector, tablet or smartphone?