Boreas Haptic Blog

The Return of the Button: How Companies Are Rediscovering Tactile Controls

Tesla, the company that helps popularize the all-touch interface, has added physical buttons back to their interfaces. This marks a shift in the way companies are thinking about the user experience with the need for tactile interfaces.

Precision Dosing: How Micropumps Improve Injectable Drug Delivery

Every time someone needs to self-administer insulin, growth hormones, or other critical medications, they interact with a drug delivery system that must balance precision with usability.

What You Can Learn From Apple's Challenges With the iPhone Camera Control Button

Apple has once again stirred the waters with its latest news: the camera control button on the iPhone 16. This addition represents a significant shift in how users interact with their devices and capture photos.

How Poor Haptic Feedback Can Ruin the User Experience

As technology becomes more sophisticated, users expect seamless interactions with their devices. One often overlooked but crucial aspect is haptic feedback—the use of a sense of touch to communicate with users. When implemented effectively, haptics can improve user engagement and satisfaction....

Feeling the Friction: Navigating Automotive Haptic Failures

In recent years, the automotive industry shifted to minimalist interiors, with manufacturers moving away from button-heavy consoles to create sleeker, more modern dashboards. Touchscreens now dominate car interiors, leaving drivers searching for simple functions like volume and temperature controls.