[Games] Sony patents motion control using ordinary objects


	[Games] Sony patents motion control using ordinary objects

Laxon

7-3-2009 6:38 PM

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Laxon says:

but, but... Microsoft maps ANY object in real time... why would they go for such a step back >...>

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Following its unveiling of a new <A href="http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/sony-details-ps3-motion-control-to-developers">EyeToy-compatible motion controller</A> at this year's E3, Sony has patented more motion control related technology which lets users dynamically map everyday items for use in a game.
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The patent details a system where a camera can map in any real world item, reports <A href="">Siliconera</A>. Examples given include a coffee mug, drinking glass, books and bottles, however the mapping system is expected to be able to identify any three dimension object. 
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