The beauty of my job lies in not just discovering the new and innovative, it’s also in discovering the bizarrely futuristic… and the Bodyfriend Quantum robotic massage chair firmly fits the latter. Spotted at IFA 2024, the chair feels less like your average massage lounger and more like a Gundam suit with a touch of luxury. Nestled in its sleek, premium leather, with built-in Bang & Olufsen speakers, the Quantum manages to blur the line between high-tech gadgetry and a luxury spa. I didn’t think a chair could make me feel this pampered, but after spending some time in it, I’m convinced—this isn’t just a massage chair; it’s a full-fledged bodygasm.
Sinking into the Quantum was like stepping into a different world, where every detail is designed to make you feel like royalty. But what really sets it apart isn’t just the leather or the fancy tech specs—it’s the attention to detail in how it delivers its massages, all while serenading you with crystal-clear audio from none other than Bang & Olufsen. Let’s just say, it’s not your average chair.
At the core of the Bodyfriend Quantum is its Robo Walking Technology—a first in the industry—that gives each leg its own independent movement. And trust me, it’s not a gimmick. Sitting in the chair, you immediately notice how much more natural and personalized the massage feels, especially around the lower body. My desk-hunched spine and worn-out calves felt like they were getting precisely the kind of treatment they needed. It’s as if the chair knew what my body was asking for before I did.
This independent leg movement is more than just for show—it makes a real difference in how effectively the chair targets specific muscles. Whether you’re using it for muscle recovery or just as a fancy way to unwind after a long day, the Quantum feels like it’s been engineered with a deeper understanding of how to work the human body. After just a few minutes in it, my lower back and legs were thanking me.
The partnership with Bang & Olufsen might raise a few eyebrows. Do you really need top-tier audio in a massage chair? After my experience, the answer is a pretty confident yes. The moment I leaned back and let the chair do its thing, the speakers came to life, filling the space around me with rich, immersive sound. Whether you’re into lo-fi beats, classical symphonies, or nature sounds, the high-quality audio adds a layer of relaxation that most massage chairs simply don’t offer.
It doesn’t feel like a bolted-on extra. The audio blends seamlessly with the massage itself, so whether you’re zoning out to music or catching up on your favorite podcast, the chair’s sonic experience pulls you deeper into that calm state. Benny Kang of Bodyfriend mentioned that the speakers can be used to play binaural beats too, stimulating the mind along with your body.
Bodyfriend has packed a lot of tech into this chair, but it’s the execution that stands out. The XD-PRO thermal module and Finger Moving Massage Module work together to give an eerily human-like touch. It doesn’t just knead your muscles in broad strokes; instead, the chair moves in subtle, calculated increments—80 movements in 1.25mm steps to be exact. For someone who carries a lot of tension in their shoulders and lower back, it’s like having a physical therapist who knows exactly where to focus.
Then there are the finer touches—literally. With 81 air pockets wrapping your body and heat therapy zones that bring the warmth up to a balmy 50°C, the Quantum creates an environment that’s both soothing and deeply therapeutic. The heat applied to the back, calves, and soles not only relaxes muscles but also feels fantastic on sore feet, thanks to its three-step foot roller system. It’s an experience that goes beyond simple pampering.
The 10-inch Full HD tablet mounted on the chair is intuitive and easy to navigate. There’s no fumbling with a million buttons—you can switch modes, adjust settings, or dive into the chair’s “High-End Healthcare Massage Mode” with just a tap. If you’re someone who likes control over your relaxation routine, this tablet makes it easy to fine-tune everything from intensity to heat levels without pulling you out of the experience.
It’s also worth noting that the Quantum is clearly built for longevity. The leather is buttery-soft yet durable, and the entire build feels solid and well-constructed—something you’d expect for the price tag this chair is likely to carry. But for anyone serious about integrating relaxation or recovery into their daily routine, it’s hard to imagine anything better.
The Bodyfriend Quantum is positioned for those who are serious about wellness and ready to invest in high-end healthcare technology. Its meticulous design, advanced massage features, and thoughtful additions like Bang & Olufsen speakers make it a standout product in the luxury massage chair market. While it caters to those with specific muscle stimulation needs—such as the elderly or individuals recovering from injury—it also serves as an indulgent piece of tech for anyone looking to upgrade their relaxation routine.
After my session with the Quantum, I can safely say it delivers on its promise of providing a unique massage experience. I hate to be the cliche, but I’m the millennial with lower back pain (I lugged a laptop bag around through IFA 2024), so even a 5-minute cycle with the Quantum felt like absolute bliss. Sure, it may come with a premium price, but for those looking to pamper themselves or take better care of their health, the Bodyfriend Quantum is like Chandler and Joey’s Barca-lounger on absolute steroids. You’ll probably spend hours in the chair without realizing it.
Now, if only it came with a built-in coffee machine.
The post I Sat In The $15,000 Robotic Massage Chair at IFA 2024: A Luxurious Hands-On with the Bodyfriend Quantum first appeared on Yanko Design.
Vous cherchez un moyen astucieux et discret de dissimuler des messages dans vos écrits ? Ca tombe bien, Unch vous permet de cacher du texte dans un autre texte en utilisant des caractères Unicode invisibles. C’est comme une encre sympathique numérique !
Concrètement, Unch utilise les caractères de sélection de variante (Variation Selector) de l’Unicode, allant de \nE0100 à \nE01EF, pour masquer votre message secret. Votre texte en clair sert de couverture et le tour est joué ! Seuls ceux qui connaissent la combine pourront révéler le véritable contenu.
Mais comment ça marche ?
Et hop, vous obtenez un texte d’apparence banale mais qui recèle un secret bien gardé ! Vos destinataires n’y verront que du feu.
Pour utiliser Unch, rien de plus simple. Vous pouvez :
Ensuite, il suffit de lancer la commande unch en lui passant votre message et le texte de couverture. Par exemple :
unch "Mon message secret" "Coucou, quoi de neuf ?"
Vous pouvez aussi utiliser des options pour décoder un message caché avec -d ou --decode ou encore générer un faux texte aléatoire avec -l ou --lorem et même supprimer le saut de ligne final avec -n
Quelques exemples d’utilisation :
unch "Rendez-vous à 22h" "On se fait un ciné ce soir ?"
unch -l "Je suis un agent secret"
unch -d "On se fait un ciné ce soir ?"
Comme ça, avec Unch, vous pourrez échanger des infos avec vos amis ou vos collègues pour vous amuser (mais pas critiques non plus, c’est pas chiffré, je le rappelle.)
Salut les gens !
Aujourd’hui, je vais vous causer d’une extension Chrome qui va vous simplifier la vie : AutoFillr.
C’est un outil qui remplit automatiquement les formulaires web pour vous. Ça a l’air tout bête dit comme ça, mais attendez de voir ce que ça donne en vrai.
Vous connaissez la galère des formulaires en ligne ? Nom, prénom, adresse, téléphone, email… À chaque fois, c’est la même rengaine. On perd un temps fou à rentrer toutes ces infos, surtout quand on doit le faire sur mobile. Avec ses gros doigts, c’est la fête du slip pour viser les bons champs. Et je ne vous parle même pas du calvaire si on doit créer un compte. Mot de passe, confirmez le mot de passe, code postal… Argh !
Alors je sais y’a déjà des navigateurs ou des gestionnaires de mots de passe qui font ça, mais c’est imparfait… Parfois certains champs ne sont pas correctement remplis. C’est là qu’AutoFillr entre en scène. Cette petite extension va littéralement remplir les cases à votre place comme ça, grâce à son IA capable d’analyser le plus tordu des formulaires. Comme ça plus besoin de vous triturer les méninges pour retrouver votre numéro de téléphone ou votre adresse (Oui, j’ai 5 ans) ou de quand même compléter des trucs qui ont été mal complétés.
Vous pouvez télécharger Autofillr ici et une fois installé, dès que vous tomberez sur un formulaire en ligne, il entrera en action en détectant les différents champs et vous proposera de les préremplir pour vous. Vous n’avez plus qu’à vérifier que tout est correct et à valider.
Rassurez vous également, vous gardez le contrôle total sur vos données personnelles puiqu’il ne conserve rien en ligne, et que tout est stocké localement dans Chrome. Et si un jour vous décidez de faire table rase, vous pouvez facilement réinitialiser l’extension. Vos infos seront supprimées, comme par magie.
San Francisco-based design studio Whipsaw has unveiled its latest innovation, the Aescape—a robotic massage system that merges artificial intelligence with cutting-edge robotics to offer a personalized and efficient massage experience. This groundbreaking product is set to redefine the future of massage therapy, addressing both the demands of users and the constraints faced by the massage industry.
Designer: Whipsaw
The Aescape features metal arms with silicone-covered “hands” that mimic the feel and function of human hands, providing a realistic and soothing massage. The massage table is luxuriously wrapped in vegan faux leather, ensuring comfort and durability. Underneath the headrest lies a user-friendly display, allowing clients to tailor their massage sessions to their specific needs and preferences.
Aescape is engineered to deliver deep-tissue massages with unparalleled precision. The system’s metallic arms are securely attached to the massage table, while silicone pads on the “hands” replicate the natural contours of human hands, enhancing the authenticity of the massage. The innovative design is the brainchild of Aescape founder Eric Litman, who initially created a prototype before collaborating with Whipsaw to develop the final product.
In one of his interviews, Dan Harden, founder of Whipsaw, explained that they were challenged to integrate new technologies, define an all-new physical form factor, explore and create the essence of an Aescape brand through color, material, and finishes, and refine every single design detail. He noted that its appearance had to look very friendly and approachable, especially considering that robotic arms can be intimidating to some. Additionally, it also had to fit all types of user sizes, shapes, and ages.
To cater to diverse body types, the Aescape system uses suspended sensors to perform 3D scans of a user’s body before the massage begins. These sensors are discreetly placed inside light rings to minimize any discomfort or anxiety users might feel about being observed. The collected images and user data are processed through an AI-driven program, which is continuously updated with new data from each massage session. This ensures that every stroke and technique applied by the robot is informed by professional massage therapists and extensive robotic research. The users have a screen below their headrest to even customize their experience and get the most out of it.
The company emphasizes that every stroke the robot is commanded to do has been informed by licensed professional massage therapists, numerous prototype experiments, and years of robotic research. Aescape employs a formidable amount of AI and machine learning technology, enabling it to constantly improve and build its database, which informs its programming.
An Aescape representative mentioned that the machine is designed not to replace human masseuses but to supplement the industry by addressing the shortage of qualified massage therapists. It was stated that Aescape is much more efficient and sustainable than large groups of massage therapists, who often require significant health care due to workplace injuries. Additionally, using robotics reduces commuting-related environmental factors, such as vehicle pollution and energy usage.
The system’s efficiency allows users to enjoy a comprehensive massage in just 30 minutes, fitting seamlessly into busy schedules. With an on-demand booking app, users can easily find and book massage sessions ranging from 15 to 120 minutes, ensuring that personalized care is always within reach.
The post Would You Want To Be Massaged By Robots? Meet Aescape, a Massage Bot Disrupting the Spa Industry first appeared on Yanko Design.
VoiceCraft c’est tout simplement le futur de l’édition vocale et de la synthèse vocale. On est carrément dans de la science-fiction là puisque juste avec juste quelques secondes d’audio de votre voix, cette IA est capable de comprendre votre timbre, votre intonation… votre flow quoi. Et après, c’est parti mon kiki, vous pouvez lui faire dire ce que vous voulez, et ça sonnera exactement comme si c’était vous qui parliez ! Flippant et génial à la fois.
Je vous invite à aller écouter les sons de démo ici pour vous faire un avis. Cela permet de faire plein de choses comme changer un mot dans une phrase que vous avez enregistrée, rallonger ou raccourcir un passage… etc. C’est vraiment un outil indispensable pour tous les créateurs de contenu audio, les podcasteurs, les doubleurs, et tutti quanti.
Voici une voix originale qui dit ceci en anglais:
that schedule is one per week and it will probably be like a Wednesday night thing because I plan on doing one to two videos per week.
Et voici la version traité par l’IA qui va conserver la voix d’origine mais également faire des petites modifs dans le texte selon ce qu’on souhaite. De quoi faire dire n’importe quoi à n’importe qui.
that schedule is one per week and you will start to see a lot more content arriving because I plan on doing one to two videos per week.
Essayez l’édition vocale
Essayez l’inférence TTS
Alors oui, si des gens mal intentionnés utilisent ça pour faire dire n’importe quoi à n’importe qui, ça craint. Mais je vous rassure, les créateurs de VoiceCraft ont pensé à tout. Il y a des garde-fous éthiques et des systèmes de watermarking audio pour éviter les dérives. On verra si ça tient la route.
Je vous invite vraiment à checker le github de VoiceCraft, il y a toutes les infos et les liens vers les démo. Et si vous voulez creuser le sujet, foncez lire leur papier de recherche, c’est passionnant.
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