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The Duo<\/a> is a 3D motion sensing controller, much like the Leap Motion Controller<\/a> and the Kinect<\/a> – but with a DIY twist. Whereas the Leap Motion Controller comes in a small and elegant package, the Duo is meant to be tinkered with.<\/p>\n A $20 contribution on their Kickstarter page is enough to nab detailed instructions, a comprehensive list of the off-the-shelf components, and CAD files – enough for hardcore DIYers to jump right in and assemble their very own motion controller. For the less courageous, a $140 contribution will get you a fully assembled Duo, ready for plug and play out of the box.<\/p>\n The Duo uses two PlayStation Eye cameras (a webcam for Sony\u2019s PS3 gaming console that is readily available in stores)\u00a0to detect motion. The demo videos on Duo\u2019s website show that the webcams, coupled with Duo\u2019s motion tracking software, work just a well as the Leap Motion Controller. The minimum operating range seems to be further away than the Leap, although that’s purely based on observation and I couldn’t find any concrete specs on their website. The video also shows the Duo breezing through Windows 8\u2019s gesture based interface, just as you would with a Kinect. And of course, the Duo passed the prerequisite Fruit Ninja test with flying colors.<\/p>\n Given that the Leap Motion Controller will soon be hitting retail stores for $79.99<\/a>, it\u2019s true that you\u2019re paying a premium for a device that has pretty much the same functionality. Motion sensing technology is red-hot and there are plenty of other<\/a> projects<\/a> we\u2019ve chronicled that are also worthy of your attention. If anything, the one thing that Duo has going for it is that you can take it apart and mod it to your heart\u2019s content. If you\u2019re willing to pay a premium for that ability alone, you can check out Duo\u2019s Kickstarter page here<\/a>.<\/p>\n