In order to make televisions more accessible for quadriplegics and others who are physically handicapped, Samsung has embarked on a research project called Project Pontis, which allows a user to control a TV using brainwaves. In combination with an eye tracker, a specialized headset outfitted with 64 sensors allows “users with physical limitations to change channels and adjust sound volume with their brains.”



While Samsung’s first prototype also is targeted at accessibility, it’s too soon to say whether we’ll all one day be controlling our devices with our brainwaves, said Martin Kathriner, head of public affairs for Samsung Electronics Switzerland GmbH. There are limitations with the current hardware. The sensor helmet requires a layer of gel applied to the head, something consumers likely aren’t going to do at home.

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