{"id":111162,"date":"2024-09-17T14:45:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T11:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/?p=111162"},"modified":"2024-09-17T12:20:15","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T09:20:15","slug":"brain-implant-enables-thought-control-of-alexa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shiawaves.com\/english\/news\/science\/111162-brain-implant-enables-thought-control-of-alexa\/","title":{"rendered":"Brain Implant Enables Thought Control of Alexa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A 64-year-old patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) has gained the ability to control Amazon\u2019s Alexa using a brain implant, Dawn reported today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The innovative device, placed in a blood vessel on the surface of his brain, allows him to mentally \u201ctap\u201d icons on an Amazon Fire tablet. This breakthrough enables him to make video calls, play music, stream shows, control smart home devices, and shop online, all through thought alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Synchron, the company behind the technological innovation, aims to enhance the interaction with smart home systems, moving beyond traditional voice or touch controls. Other companies, including Neuralink, are also exploring brain-computer interfaces to connect minds with technology.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A 64-year-old patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) has gained the ability to control Amazon\u2019s Alexa using a brain implant, Dawn reported today. The innovative device, placed in a blood vessel on the surface of his brain, allows him to mentally \u201ctap\u201d icons on an Amazon Fire tablet. 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