Boreas Haptic Blog

X86 to ARM Processor Transition : How Can PC OEMs Capitalize On This Market Shift?

COVID-19 had a significant impact on many industries. Many supply chains were affected by the repercussions of the global pandemic. The computer market was also profoundly influenced by COVID, but not severely. In fact, for the first time since 2011, the computer market saw significant growth.

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...

Haptics UX Design: The Difference Between Good and Outstanding Products

What makes a good product? Performance? Industrial Design? Features? Usability? Value? All those answers are good. In fact, they are all factors considered by UX designers when they are crafting their products to create the best user experience.