You can now control your cursor using your tongue

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MouthPadaugmental.tech

A trackpad worn on the roof of the mouth: hands-free control of your devices, driven by the tongue. From Augmental.

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Why it worked

The video showcases a novel and futuristic technology that solves a real problem for people with limited mobility, while also appealing to tech enthusiasts with its innovative approach to human-computer interaction.

Summary

This video introduces the Mouthpad, a device that allows users to control their computer cursor using tongue movements and gestures. It highlights its functionality, compatibility across various operating systems, and its custom-fit design, emphasizing its potential as an assistive technology.

Structure

1Introduction to tongue-controlled cursor
2Introducing the Mouthpad by Augmentil
3Demonstrating functionality and compatibility

Original caption

comment Mouthpad Augmentil’s Mouthpad lets you control any device with your tongue using Bluetooth and custom 3D-printed mouthpieces. It’s a smart, implant-free cursor solution for people with limited mobility and tech lovers alike. #augmentil #mouthpad #assistivetech #bluetoothmouse #techinnovation

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Mouthpad: ACTS - it is a device that allows users to control devices with their tongue. Removing it would change the video's subject. Augmentil: ACTS - it is the startup that built the Mouthpad. Removing it would change the video's subject. Windows: APPEARS - logo shown on screen. Removing it would not change what happens in the video. Mac OS: APPEARS - logo shown on screen. Removing it would not change what happens in the video. Linux: APPEARS - logo shown on screen. Removing it would not change what happens in the video. Android: APPEARS - logo shown on screen. Removing it would not change what happens in the video. iOS: APPEARS - logo shown on screen. Removing it would not change what happens in the video.

On-screen text

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Transcript

You can now control your cursor using your tongue A startup just built something called the Mouthpad It's a hidden pressure sensitive touch pad that sits against the roof of your mouth and lets you control your phone, iPad or computer using nothing but tongue gestures and movements Tongue movements become cursor movements Tongue presses become clicks Sip gestures become right clicks And it connects over Bluetooth, just like a regular mouse Even though it looks a bit weird, the best part is it doesn't need a brain implant You can put it in or take it out like an accessory And it works across Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Android and even iOS Every mouthpiece is custom fitted from a dental scan, then 3D printed for comfort Whatever one thing Augmentil got one thing right Your tongue might actually be a better pointer It's packed with muscles Almost never gets tired and still works for people of their legs No implant required Plus, it might even give you a sharper jawline