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technology1 year ago

Innovative Mouse Ring Features Built-In Joystick

The Bluetooth Mouse Ring project by [rafgaj78] has been updated to version two, featuring a joystick input instead of tactile buttons and eliminating the power switch in favor of a deep-sleep mode. This version offers improved ergonomics, easier assembly, and various ring sizes. It operates on a Seeed Xiao nRF52840 and is programmed in CircuitPython, with two modes for mouse control. The design is sleek, and detailed instructions are available for those interested in building their own.

gaming2 years ago

Nintendo's Hall Effect Joystick Patent Promises End to Switch 2's Joy-Con Drift

Nintendo has filed a patent for a joystick that uses a magnetic field to register input, potentially addressing the issue of Joy-Con drift experienced by many Switch owners. The magnetic field approach is similar to Hall Effect technology used in some third-party Joy-Con and joysticks. It remains uncertain whether Nintendo will release this joystick for the current Switch or its successor, but fans are hopeful for a solution to the Joy-Con drift problem.