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Letters by the team at 3102Labs. Our notes, and internal memos.

Conversational Recommendations

AI-driven tech evolution is reshaping advertising in different ways

Computing Interfaces | Memo ~ 2111

Machines that think alongside humans, not separately

Audio-Recommendations

AI is transforming how we use computers and see ads, from search to smart conversations.

Ambient Systems

Let's dive into the 'why,' 'what,' and 'how' of ambient technology

Ambient systems around

Ambient computing brings a more subtle, yet personalized experience that seamlessly blends with people's environments.

Attention & Ambient Systems

We are already deep into the battle of corporates to attain greater human attention

Civilization Advancement | Theory (Part 1)

Ever thought about what marks the difference between 500AD & 2000AD?

Components of HMI

We will discuss the crucial elements which can enable the synergistic human-machine partnership

Crucial Aspects of HMI

Let's get into the communication and perception part of HMI

Decision Intelligence

Explore human decision-making, unpacking key questions to uncover its nuances and potential.

Examples of ambient systems

Ambient systems can be helpful in different industries making the process more direct, personalized, and intelligent.

Human Machine Integration (Why, What & How)

With HMI, we can liberate our time for what truly matters, giving us the space to focus on the meaningful pursuits that make us human - innovating, collaborating, and creating a brighter future together.

Ideal Next Interface

Fluid, ubiquitous, and made for your (sub) conscious mind

Machine Perception

Ambient computing hinges on the intricate interplay between machines and their environment, where data collection, analysis, and information provision must be carefully balanced with privacy and nuanced perception models.

OS | Brain

Good technology should be like a windowpane. It should enhance your view of the world without drawing attention to itself

OS | Retail Store

Let's go deep intounderstanding how HMI and ambient systems can shape up the shopping experience of the future

Past Attempts to Conquer Ambient Computing

Ambient computing, a concept once pioneered by Mark Weiser, is now seeing renewed interest from across the industry.

Perception & Sensing

Can we replicate subjective perception of humans in machines? Let's explore!

Peripheral Interaction (PS)

Imagine taking in information without utilizing our central attention.

Privacy - Roots

Control & convenience, how difficult can it be to tread a path between these two extremes?

Privacy | Where are we heading?

Understanding core principles and diverse privacy models to empower individual control for a healthy digital society.

Situational Awareness | Perception

How do you think the complexity of pilot cabins was decoded back in early 1900s?

spaceOS

Hey space! Please manage the restaurant today, I am going out.

Systems: Their history and current pain points

Examine the historical context of the existing systems, and identify the present-day frustrations and challenges they create.

Technology: what is it?

Understand our understanding of technology

The Socio-Political System of the Future

A short brief of our ever evolving views on the next socio-political system

Vision: How would the technical systems of the future look like?

Glimpse of our envisaged future backed by technical innovations

What is an Ambient System?

Ambient systems offer context-aware, unobtrusive support in people's surroundings

What is not an ambient system?

This article differentiates ambient systems from other technologies.