Imagine reaching out and feeling a hologram—no gloves, no tricks. Researchers from the University of Tsukuba and the University of Tokyo have done it, creating mid-air images you can actually touch. Using plasma ‘Fairy Lights’ and ultrasound ‘Haptoclone’ tech, they’ve turned light into something tangible. It’s safe, interactive, and straight out of a movie!
This breakthrough comes after years of experiments with lasers and sound waves to mimic physical sensation.
‘We want to create a world where digital and physical boundaries blur,’ said a researcher from the University of Tokyo.
Tech enthusiasts online are losing it, with one viral tweet calling it ‘the closest thing to magic I’ve ever seen!’
Could this be the future of gaming, medicine, or even how we connect with loved ones across the globe? Imagine feeling a virtual hug. The possibilities are endless—let that sink in.
Sources: futurism, livescience