Our new book is published! Virtual Taste and Smell Technologies https://www.springer.com/gp/
Our new book is published! Virtual Taste and Smell Technologies
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Our New Book Release “Virtual Taste And Smell Technologies For Multisensory Internet And Virtual Reality” For the Human-Computer Interaction Series, Springer Is Published. Authors: Adrian David Cheok And Kasun Karunanayaka With Chapter Co-Authors: Sharon Kalu Joseph Ufere And Hanis Camelia Muhar.🎊🎉
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Proceedings of Love and Sex with Robots Third International Conference, LSR 2017, London, UK, December 19-20, 2017, Editors Adrian David Cheok, David Levy @Springer
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Proceedings of Love and Sex with Robots Third International Conference, LSR 2017, London, UK, December 19-20, 2017, Editors Adrian David Cheok, David Levy @Springer https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-319-76369-9
New Book Chapter by Adrian David Cheok in Robot Ethics 2.0. Oxford University Press. Out Now!
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New Book Released: Love and Sex With Robots, Springer, Authors: Adrian David Cheok, Kate Devlin, David Levy
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Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Love and Sex with Robots on Springer
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http://www.springer.com/us/book/9783319577371
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Love and Sex with Robots 2016 in December 2016, in London, UK.
The 12 revised papers presented together with 1 keynote were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 38 submissions.
The papers of the Second International Conference have been accepted and reviewed in 2015 but could not be presented as there was no conference in 2015 but at the conference in 2016.
The topics of the conferences were as follows: robot emotions, humanoid robots, clone robots, entertainment robots, robot personalities, teledildonics, intelligent electronic sex hardware, gender approaches, affective approaches, psychological approaches, sociological approaches, roboethics, and philosophical approaches.
The Rise of Mobile Slot Gaming: How to Make the Most of It in 2024
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Mobile slot gaming like slot77 has become a dominant force in the world of online gambling, offering players the convenience of spinning the reels anytime and anywhere. With the rise of smartphones and improved mobile technology, more people are embracing the freedom to enjoy their favorite slot games on the go. In this article, we’ll explore the rise of mobile slot gaming, discuss the best platforms and apps for 2024, and provide tips on how to maximize your mobile gaming experience while staying secure.
The Rise of Mobile Slot Gaming
Mobile slot gaming has experienced explosive growth in recent years, fueled by the widespread adoption of smartphones and advancements in mobile technology. Here’s a closer look at why mobile slot gaming has become so popular:
Convenience and Flexibility: One of the biggest advantages of mobile slots is the ability to play wherever and whenever you want. Whether you’re commuting, waiting in line, or relaxing at home, mobile slots provide instant access to your favorite games without the need for a desktop or laptop computer.
Improved Graphics and Gameplay: Mobile technology has come a long way, and today’s smartphones are capable of delivering high-quality graphics and smooth gameplay that rival the experience of playing on a computer. Game developers have optimized their slots for mobile devices, ensuring that players enjoy seamless performance and immersive visuals.
Mobile-Exclusive Bonuses and Features: Many online casinos offer special bonuses and promotions specifically for mobile users, such as free spins, cashback offers, and no-deposit bonuses. Additionally, some games come with exclusive features only available on mobile platforms, making mobile gaming even more enticing.
Best Mobile Slot Platforms and Apps for 2024
With the rise of mobile gaming, many platforms and apps have emerged to meet the demand. Here are some of the top mobile slot platforms and apps that are leading the way in 2024:
LeoVegas
Known as the “King of Mobile Casino,” LeoVegas has consistently been a top choice for mobile slot gaming. Their app is user-friendly, with a wide selection of slots from top providers like NetEnt, Microgaming, and Play’n GO. LeoVegas also offers exclusive mobile promotions and a fast, secure gaming experience.
Casumo
Casumo’s mobile app is praised for its smooth navigation and engaging design. The platform offers a wide range of slots, including popular titles like Starburst and Book of Dead. Casumo also provides mobile users with personalized bonuses and rewards, making it a top choice for players on the go.
888 Casino
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Betway
Betway’s mobile app is one of the most comprehensive platforms for mobile slot gaming in 2024. It features a vast library of slots, including progressive jackpots and branded games. Betway’s app is designed for speed and efficiency, with a focus on providing a smooth gaming experience even on slower mobile connections.
PlayOJO
PlayOJO has gained popularity for its mobile-friendly platform, offering a wide variety of slot games without the typical wagering requirements on bonuses. Their app is designed to be accessible and fun, with a no-nonsense approach to mobile gaming that appeals to players who want a hassle-free experience.
Strategies for Playing Slots on the Go
Playing slots on the go offers flexibility and excitement, but it also requires a few adjustments compared to traditional desktop gaming. Here are some strategies to enhance your mobile slot experience:
Manage Your Data Usage
Mobile slot gaming can be data-intensive, especially if you play games with high-quality graphics and animations. To avoid exceeding your data plan, follow these tips:
Use Wi-Fi When Possible: Whenever possible, connect to a Wi-Fi network to play slots. This will save your mobile data and provide a more stable connection, reducing the risk of interruptions during gameplay.
Monitor Data Usage: Many mobile devices allow you to track your data usage. Keep an eye on how much data you’re using while playing slots and adjust your settings or playtime accordingly.
Lower Graphics Settings: Some mobile slot games offer options to adjust the graphics quality. Lowering the graphics settings can help reduce data usage and improve performance on slower connections.
Ensure Security
Security is a top priority when playing mobile slots, as you’re often using public Wi-Fi or mobile data networks. Here’s how to stay secure while gaming on the go:
Choose Trusted Apps: Only download mobile casino apps from reputable sources, such as the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Avoid third-party sites that may offer unofficial or unlicensed apps.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Many mobile casinos offer two-factor authentication for added security. Enabling this feature ensures that even if someone gains access to your account credentials, they won’t be able to log in without the second verification step.
Use Secure Networks: Avoid playing slots over public Wi-Fi networks that aren’t password-protected. If you must use public Wi-Fi, consider using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to encrypt your connection and protect your data.
Optimize Your Battery Life
Mobile slot gaming can drain your device’s battery, especially during extended play sessions. Here’s how to optimize your battery life while enjoying your favorite slots:
Lower Screen Brightness: Reducing your screen brightness can significantly extend your battery life, especially when playing for long periods.
Close Background Apps: Make sure to close any apps running in the background that you’re not using. This will free up processing power and reduce battery drain.
Carry a Portable Charger: If you’re planning a long gaming session while on the go, having a portable charger can be a lifesaver. This ensures you won’t run out of battery in the middle of a winning streak.
Set Session Limits
When playing slots on the go, it’s easy to lose track of time and spend more than you intended. To stay in control, set session limits for yourself:
Time Limits: Set a timer or reminder to check in with yourself after a certain amount of time. This will help you avoid getting caught up in the game and overspending.
Budget Limits: Determine a budget for each mobile gaming session and stick to it. Mobile gaming can be more spontaneous than desktop play, so having clear limits helps you avoid impulsive spending.
Conclusion
Mobile slot gaming is set to continue its rise in 2024, offering players unprecedented access to their favorite games anytime, anywhere. With top platforms like LeoVegas, Casumo, and 888 Casino leading the way, mobile slots are more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. By following strategies like managing your data usage, ensuring security, optimizing your battery life, and setting session limits, you can make the most of your mobile gaming experience while staying in control.
Hyperconnectivity and the Future of Internet Communication
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A new book by City’s Professor of Pervasive Computing, Professor Adrian Cheok, probes the ubiquitous and exponential impact of the internet and digital connectedness on modern society.
• by John Stevenson
Professor Cheok, who is also the Director of the Imagineering Institute in Iskandar, Malaysia, has worked extensively and with distinction over the last two decades in the fields of augmented and mixed reality, pervasive and ubiquitous computing, entertainment computing, fuzzy and embedded systems. In recent years his work has centred on developing a variety of applications in the realm of the multisensory internet exploring digital taste, smell and touch actuation with devices such as the RingU and the Scentee.
His new book brings together a cluster of perspectives on the rapid developments in internet connectivity which have given rise to profound change at technological, social, political and economic levels. The chapters range across many areas which have felt the impact of the brave new world of hyperconnectedness: the 2008 United States Presidential Primary Race; the notion of a virtual collective consciousness mobilised during the Arab Spring of 2011; the concept of an ethically digital world; large-scale multiplayer pervasive games; digital materiality and augmented reality. These are a few of the topics dealt with in Hyperconnectivity and the Future of Internet Communication.
In the following Q&A, Professor Cheok responds to questions about hyperconnectivity, virtual collective consciousness and the multisensory internet.
John Stevenson: What is hyperconnectivity?
Professor Adrian Cheok: Hyperconnectivity refers not only to the technology that enables communication and interaction, but also to the impact that this technology has on personal lives, business, government and societal behaviour. Hyperconnectivity results from a combination of the wider availability of broadband internet expansion, the exponential growth in proliferation of mobile and wearable computing devices and high speed wireless internet access.It includes the dominance of social media and consumer generated media in daily life and recently, the use of the cloud for data and applications access. Hyperconnected communication includes not only human-to-human formats (as individuals and as members of groups and using a vast array of digital media), but also communication between people and machines and between machines and machines without any direct human involvement.
JS: Readers of your book are introduced to the concept of virtual collective consciousness. Can you explain what this means to you? PAC: The idea of a global (collective) virtual consciousness is a bottom-up process and a rather emergent property resulting from a momentum of complex interactions taking place in social networks. This kind of collective behaviour (or intelligence) results from a collision between a physical world and a virtual world and can have a real impact in our life by driving collective action. The sudden fall of long-lasting dictatorships in countries like Tunisia, Egypt, Yemen, and Libya was accomplished with a new type of revolutionary ammunition: social media. The collective behaviour exhibited during the Arab Spring uprisings was enormously facilitated and accelerated by Web 2.0 mass communication tools such as Facebook and Twitter. The fast-paced dynamic of the interactions between users involved in the Tunisian and subsequently, the Egyptian cyberspaces, was motivated by the time-independent, non-physical mobilisation of people.These social networking platforms represent a new milestone of the globalization process and certainly a new and promising venue for collective opinion sharing. E-democracy is, indeed, a compelling example with respect to this kind of societal changes as a new vision of democracy where ordinary citizens can regain control of their decisions by sharing a broad-based social consensus. The latter can enhance citizen empowerment through today’s information technologies (IT) and give rise to what is now known as leaderless revolutions. JS: How close are we to having commercially available digital taste and smell? PAC: To pursue the next stage of the internet, humans should not only communicate emotions with visual, audio and tactile stimuli but also with smell and taste. Humans will want to share these stimuli collectively and experience them digitally as they currently do with the visual and audio media on the internet.
To start off, we have developed an electrical tongue actuator stimulation device. The initial experimental results suggest that sourness and saltiness are the main sensations that can be evoked alongside the evidence of several sweet and bitter sensations. More importantly our next prototype will generate sweet sensations using thermal stimulation. We expect this research to culminate with a wearable unit that can be clipped inside the mouth. Users can wear this unit in daily lifestyle situations for augmentation. I believe we will be able to have digital taste as a commercial product on the market within the next two to three years. We will be performing a detailed fMRI study to compare the proximity of digital taste generation to corresponding chemical tastes.
Digital smell is still more at the concept and experimental level at the moment. We are developing a technology to electromagnetically stimulate the user recipient’s olfactory bulb or brain for the purpose of generating smell. This device will be smaller in size where the person could have it in an upper area of the mouth, beneath the palatine bone, triggering the smell-sensitive neurons in the brain. It may take a few years to develop this technology. It could take another five to ten years to see a digital smell product on the market. Our research will also open up a multitude of new horizons and opportunities for future research including areas such as human computer interfaces, entertainment systems, medicine and wellness. The digital controllability of taste and smell sensation provides a useful platform for engineers, interaction designers, and media artists to develop multisensory interactions remotely, including the generation of new virtual tastes and smells for entertainment systems. For scholarly research, this would help bring about answers to exactly what is the language of taste and smell.
To purchase Professor Cheok’s new book, please visit this weblink.
http://www.city.ac.uk/news/2015/may/hyperconnectivity-and-the-future-of-internet-communication
New book published – Hyperconnectivity and the Future of Internet Communication
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A new book, Hyperconnectivity and the Future of Internet Communication, edited by Adrian David Cheok, is published on 05 May 2015.
This book represents a quantum step in the understanding of the new phenomena of hyperconnectivity and the all encompassing power of Internet in our society. It contains chapters with a wide varying scope of topics related to Internet hyperconnectivity. This revolutionary book is of essential reading to anyone who wants a deep understanding of the topic of hyperconnectivity”, Dr. David Levy, Chairman of Retro Computers Ltd and CEO of Intelligent Toys Ltd, winner of the 1997 and 2009 Loebner Prize, International Chess Master, author of “Love and Sex with Robots
ISBN-13: 978-3-659-54415-6
ISBN-10: 3659544159
Edited by: Adrian David Cheok
ANNOUNCING NEW BOOK: Hyperconnectivity and the Future of Internet Communication
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“Hyperconnectivity and the Future of Internet Communication” (ISBN 978-3-659-54415-6)
This book represents a quantum step in the understanding of the new phenomena of hyperconnectivity and the all encompassing power of Internet in our society. It contains chapters with a wide varying scope of topics related to Internet hyperconnectivity. This revolutionary book is of essential reading to anyone who wants a deep understanding of the topic of hyperconnectivity”, Dr. David Levy, Chairman of Retro Computers Ltd and CEO of Intelligent Toys Ltd, winner of the 1997 and 2009 Loebner Prize, International Chess Master, author of “Love and Sex with Robots”.