The British broadcaster is developing a “Mind Control TV” prototype, for use with an experimental version of their BBC iPlayer. In tests, users were able to operate a headset that allowed them to go through the BBC iPlayer interface and select what they wanted to watch by concentrating on it.
The electroencephalography (EEG) brainwave-reading headset has a small sensor resting on the user’s forehead and another clipped to the ear, which can measure electrical activity in the brain and translate them to commands.
[quote type=”border_left”]It was much easier for some than it was for others, Cyrus Saihan, head of business development for the BBC’s Digital division, wrote in a blog post. But they all managed to get it to work.[/quote]
It is hoped the system could be used to help those with disabilities in the future.
