Boreas Haptic Blog
How to Build the Perfect Trackpad Click
On August 16, an article in the Windows Central stated that Microsoft had to take the lead on haptic trackpads if they want it to be worth it. It seems that Microsoft has just done that. Windows 11 will offer haptic trackpad configurations. With this technology, we should be able to change the...
How Piezo Haptics Will Shape Gaming Phones UX Design
The video game market has undergone significant changes in recent years. It has moved from a home gamer market to one dominated by mobile games. According to a study by Statista, the U.S. video game market should reach $20B US in 2021. Over half -- $11 billion of that -- will be mobile games....
Haptics in Wearables: Why Small Actuators Make Your Device Feel Cheap
Linear resonant actuators (LRA) are currently considered the gold standard in haptic technologies. They enable better haptic experiences than older technologies like the eccentric rotating mass (ERM) motor. They are cost-effective and used in small packages. What's not to like?
Advantages of Haptic Trackpads: How Haptics Will Improve Next-Gen Computers
Trackpads are often an overlooked component when selecting a new computer. Very few customers base their next computer purchase decision solely on the trackpad quality, but some are starting to notice the best implementation of those essential hardware pieces. Apple gets much praise for their...