iPad Access Restored for Paralyzed Man via Brain-Computer Interface in Landmark Apple Integration
In a groundbreaking growth,Mark Jackson,a man who lost the ability to use his hands,is now able to control an iPad using onyl his thoughts. This achievement marks the first public demonstration of Apple’s new native functionality supporting brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), paving the way for broader accessibility for individuals with paralysis.
How the Technology Works: Stentrode and iOS 26
Jackson’s ability to operate the iPad is made possible by Synchron’s Stentrode, a surgically implanted brain-computer interface. The Stentrode is a small device inserted into a blood vessel near the brain, allowing it to record brain activity. This activity is than decoded and translated into commands for the iPad. Synchron,based in Melbourne,Australia,developed the Stentrode.
the new Apple integration, expected to be available with the release of iOS 26 in September, allows users to navigate the iPad home screen, launch applications, and compose text without relying on hands, voice, or eye movements. Jackson has also customized shortcuts; for example, thinking about tapping his index finger triggers a return to the home screen.
This isn’t exclusive to Synchron’s technology. apple’s support is designed to be compatible with various BCI systems, potentially including those developed by Neuralink, founded by Elon Musk, and other companies in the rapidly evolving field. The Stentrode differs from Neuralink’s approach, which involves more invasive implantation directly into the brain tissue.
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