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Swirl uses algorithms, metadata, and facial recognition software to distinguish digital images

Google image search gets a 'swirl'

Technology / Internet

created Nov 17, 2009 | popularity 3.3 / 5 (3) | comments 1

Google Labs on Tuesday brought more focus to finding pictures online, adding a "Swirl" tool that automatically groups similar images into categories presented on results pages.


FBI delves into DMV photos in search for fugitives (AP)

FBI delves into DMV photos in search for fugitives

Technology / Hi Tech

created Oct 13, 2009 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (3) | comments 1

(AP) -- In its search for fugitives, the FBI has begun using facial-recognition technology on millions of motorists, comparing driver's license photos with pictures of convicts in a high-tech analysis of ...


Recognition at last: Face recognition computers can see through your disguise

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Jul 07, 2009 | popularity 3.5 / 5 (6) | comments 2

A rapid but superior method for computerized face recognition could revolutionize security systems especially if it can see through disguises, according to research published in this month's issue of the International Jo ...


A search engine for TV programs

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Jul 07, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 1

The journalist recalls more or less what Ulla Schmidt said regarding the health reform, but needs the exact wording to be able to cite her. A new speech recognition system helps to search TV broadcasts. It does not need to ...


Robot Asks Directions

Robot Navigates City by Asking for Directions

Electronics / Robotics

created May 14, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (7) | comments 4

(PhysOrg.com) -- ACE the robot was sent on a mission by its German inventors: to find its way to the Marienplatz in the center of Munich, about 1.5 km away from its starting point at the Technical University ...