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The first real, high-resolution, user-configurable bionic eye
2013-02-22 17:29:13| Extremetech
Researchers in Germany have unveiled the Alpha IMS retinal prosthesis; a device that completely redefines the state of the art of implanted, bionic devices. The first round of clinical trials were a huge success, with eight out of nine patients reporting that they can now detect mouth shapes (smiles, frowns), small objects such as telephones and cutlery, signs on doors, and -- most importantly -- whether a glass of wine is red or white.
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