The app Beam Eye Tracker lets you set up eye tracking functionality for your Windows PC games, using your iPhone. A few weeks ago, we presented Google’s Gameface technology to configure a controllable mouse with the face, but this time, it’s something else.
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Explanations
While Google’s Gameface is intended to make devices more accessible to people with disabilities, today’s app Beam Eye Tracker is intended for everyone. Its objective is to add an additional dimension to the experience during a game on PC. The technology seems particularly suited to simulation games:
The application also seems to be able to replace more expensive hardware, as explained by EyewareTech SA, which is the creator of Beam Eye Tracker. The company states in this regard:
Meet the first AI-powered webcam eye tracking software for gaming. Beam Eye Tracker offers eye tracking performance comparable to high-end hardware devices. Track smoothly at 60 FPS or higher for supported webcams, ensuring minimal latency and a smooth gaming experience. Our webcam-centric approach ensures clear, unobstructed views and greater placement flexibility.
The app Beam Eye Tracker works with OpenTrack, and can therefore be used with all compatible games. There are more than 200 in total, including Flight Simulator, Euro Truck Simulator 2, or Star Citizen. The full list is available here.
Details and prices
To benefit from eye tracking with Beam Eye Tracker, you will have to pay the sum of 28.99 euros. A trial is also offered on Steam, as EyewareTech SA specifies in its frequently asked questions: “ There is a demo available that you can use for free if you have a Steam Level 1 account. “.
The creator of Beam recommends “ strongly encourages Steam users to test Beam with the demo before making a purchase.» Instructions for setting up Beam Eye Tracker with iPhone are available here.
Finally, the company specifies that “iOS users with FaceID-enabled devices need to download the Beam Eye Tracker iOS app to benefit from 3D sensor tracking.
If you don’t have FaceID, consider Apple’s built-in Continuity Camera.»
By: Keleops AG
