CameraMouse Uses the Webcam for Computer Control

CameraMouse is software for hands-free control of a computer using a video camera to track head or other body movements and to convert those movements into cursor movements on a computer screen.

CameraMouse was originally developed by Professors Jim Gips and Margit Betke at Boston College. It was licensed by a team from the IC2 Institute at The University of Texas at Austin who later formed a company and continued development.

CameraMouse is totally non-intrusive and works with all standard software. No wires, dots, infrared beams, or other head devices are needed for activation. The innovative built-in toolbar allows the user to emulate all mouse clicks and control tracking options for all user levels.

Anyone with controlled movement of their head or a finger can operate CameraMouse. The software can be customized and adjusted for each user and was designed to accommodate varying degrees of control. All the software needs is a Windows operated computer with 16-bit color and 256 RAM or better.

CameraMouse will work with most USB Cameras that utilize the CCD image sensor. The Logitech QuickCam® Pro 4000, 3000, Orbit™ and Intel® Pro Video PC USB cameras have been lab tested and work well.

CameraMouse can be bought via resellers at $695 USD