Embedded technology in everyday things!
Amulet has been at the forefront of the latest embedded technology for over two decades, but we realize that a compelling user experience may also go beyond touch. New technologies like voice and gesture control, internet of things (IoT), and augmented and virtual reality have become more popular over the years and Amulet has the skills and expertise to help their customers ride the wave of cutting edge technology. We are always exploring new ways to bring a product’s user experience to life – turning everyday things into amazing experiences. As we continue to do so, we’d like to share those insights with you.
Innovative Insights
Discover fun ways Amulet uses some of the latest embedded technology in everyday things.
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UX vs. UI Design: What’s the Difference?
In the ever-evolving world of digital experiences, the terms User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion about their roles and significance. Understanding the intricacies of product design requires a clear distinction between User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design. While often used interchangeably, these two disciplines encompass different aspects of the product development process and directly impact the usability and aesthetic appeal of the final product. This article explores the definitions, roles, and importance of both UX and UI design, shedding light
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Resistive vs. Capacitive: Making the Intelligent Choice
In the ever-evolving world of touchscreen technology, two types of touchscreen technology have predominantly occupied the market: resistive and capacitive touchscreens. Each of these technologies offers unique features and caters to different applications. Let's dive into a comparative analysis to understand their distinct characteristics and help you make the correct choice for your application. Resistive Touch The structure of resistive touchscreens is very simple. The resistive touch screen consists of two transparent conductive layers separated by a small gap. When the screen is touched by pressure using either your finger or stylus,
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The Business Case for UX: How Investing in User Experience Boosts ROI
In today's digital era, businesses have come to realize the importance of providing a seamless and enjoyable User Experience (UX). It is no longer just a nicety but a strategic necessity. Besides enhancing user satisfaction, a well-crafted UX can significantly impact a company's bottom line. In this article, we explore the business case for UX and delve into the tangible benefits of investing in User Experience. And discuss how it can translate into a substantial Return on Investment (ROI). Customer Loyalty and Retention: The results of a study conducted by PwC indicate
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Amulet Celebrates 25 Years of UX Innovation
(Campbell, California - August 28, 2023) Silicon Valley-based company, Amulet Technologies, proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary as an industry leader and inventor of smart displays. The smart display was an innovation that began with the novel idea of revolutionizing the front panel of everyday things and transforming it into a visual and enjoyable interactive experience. Amulet has revolutionized how we interact and experience various devices, such as medical instruments, gas station pumps, HVAC controls, and more. From its inception, the guiding mission and vision has always been to make the
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The New AM070RVS01: Wifi Connectivity, Bluetooth, and More!
Take your project to the next level with the new AM070RVS01. Our new 7" display comes with built in Wi-Fi!
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Paul Indaco Announces Retirement as President and CEO of Amulet Technologies
After 10 years of working at Amulet Technologies, Paul Indaco announced that he will retire from his position of President and CEO at the end of March 2021.
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All the Latest Features in GEMstudio Pro 4.0
From brand new features to better functionality, we are constantly rolling out new improvements requested by our users. Learn more about what's new in GEMstudio Pro 4.0.
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New in GEMstudio Pro Version 3.6.1.0
Since the last official release of GEMstudio Pro version 3.4.0.2, we have added many customer requested features, some major enhancements and a list of bug fixes.
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May the (holiday) force be with you
Dickensian scenes of miniature Christmas villages have been a staple of indoor holiday decorations at my house for decades. This year I wanted to spruce things up with something a little different, incorporating Amulet's MK-070C-HP display and GEMstudio Pro software.
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Halloween Pumpkin Carving – Best on the Block
Terrifying Jack-O-Lanterns take a fair amount of planning and artistry. This is not one of those. In this one-day build I make an electrifying Jack-O-Lantern using the spookiest components that haunt my closet. Read how I jazzed up my pumpkin with Amulet's STK-043-HP and Arduino Uno to light up our porch on Halloween.
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Amulet Does Wireless
Amulet can do Wireless?? File this under the “I didnt know it could do that” category. The MK-070C-HP actually has a special header dedicated to many types of devices that conform to the Digi XBee™ form factor, meaning you can add pre-certified wireless functionality quickly and easily. This project demonstrates the use of an Esprissif ESP8266 “Bee” to take a stock thermostat demo and add live forecast data from the weather service Wunderground.com.
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Battle of the GUI Design – Old School vs New School
What happens when you put 2 dueling coders in the same room, with the same goal of designing a GUI, but one person does it the “old fashioned” way, and the other with the current GEMstudio Pro™? Watch the video to see how it all plays out. Who will win - will it be Johnny or Minta? Place your bets and watch the short video!
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The Word is Getting Out – Arduino and Amulet
The word is getting out - it’s really easy to incorporate Adruino with Amulet displays! One user who wanted to add a full color LCD to Arduino wrote, “The easiest method to communicate data between Arduino and any LCD display, can be found with the Amulet Technologies’ Arduino library. Amulet has cleverly taken out the need to know their communication protocol or any type of serial communication.”
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Translating your GUI to Klingon using Amulet’s Multi-Language Feature
Have you ever wondered how to change the language on your HMI touchscreen display to Chinese, French, Spanish, or maybe … Klingon? Amulet has simple step-by-step instructions to do just that! In our example, we show you how to use the multi-language feature in Amulet’s GEMstudio Pro™ software to translate from English to Klingon (but you can do the same steps for any language). Beam me up, Scotty!
Virtual Insights
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Battle of the GUI Design – Old School vs New School
What happens when you put 2 dueling coders in the same room, with the same goal of designing a GUI, but one person does it the “old fashioned” way, and the other with the current GEMstudio Pro™? Watch the video to see how it all plays out. Who will win - will it be Johnny or Minta? Place your bets and watch the short video!
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Amulet Does Wireless
Amulet can do Wireless?? File this under the “I didnt know it could do that” category. The MK-070C-HP actually has a special header dedicated to many types of devices that conform to the Digi XBee™ form factor, meaning you can add pre-certified wireless functionality quickly and easily. This project demonstrates the use of an Esprissif ESP8266 “Bee” to take a stock thermostat demo and add live forecast data from the weather service Wunderground.com.