Technology Today 1406

The video discusses the competition between two high-capacity video disc formats, HDDVD and Blu-ray, highlighting their differences in capacity, cost, and market readiness. It also showcases a robotic trick cycling demonstration by Murata Boy, which uses advanced sensor technology. Additionally, the video covers innovations in mobile communications, focusing on the miniaturization of cell phones and the development of a unique Bluetooth device by NTT Docomo.

Which company is leading the support for the Blu-ray disc format?

• Toshiba

• Apple

• Sony

• Microsoft

What is a key advantage of Toshiba's HDDVD format according to the transcript?

• First to market in Japan

• Better studio support

• Lower production cost

• Higher capacity than Blu-ray

What technology does Murata Boy use to maintain its balance?

• Magnetic levitation

• Infrared sensors

• Rotating gyro sensor

• Ultrasound sensors

What is the unique feature of the Bluetooth 'ubiwa' device?

• It transmits sound through bone vibrations

• It uses Wi-Fi for connectivity

• It has a built-in camera

• It can project holograms

What is the goal of NTT Docomo regarding the 'ubiwa' device?

• To reduce its size to that of a conventional ring

• To make it waterproof

• To increase its battery life

• To add a GPS feature