Beam Eye Tracker News

- Added compatibility with Nvidia Broadcast for enhanced streaming and recording capabilities
- Foveated rendering API now fully functional for game developers


- Fixed freezing bug that could occur during system sleep or camera unplugging/plugging


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Beam Eye Tracker v2.4.2 is here, now with an upgraded API & SDK v2.0 for seamless game integration and foveated rendering support for game devs.


- Foveated rendering support for more frames along with dynamic user interfaces for less visual clutter.
- Ability to start Beam and initiate eye tracking directly from within the game or extension.
- Improved camera controls with significantly lower latency. Easy recalibration and recentering functionality.
- Includes ready-to-use samples for quick integration into popular game engines.


- Eye tracking overlay now scales with screen size for a more consistent experience.
- The demo no longer expires after 14 days. Playtime is only counted when the webcam is active.


- Resolved crashes occurring on PCs due to folder names containing special characters.


- SDK v1.0 will be deprecated starting September 2025. Please update your integrations to SDK v2.0.

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We are excited to announce this major update, which expands Beam's compatibility with an even wider range of webcams, making it easier than ever to use your preferred setup with the Beam Eye Tracker.

• Beam now supports more webcam devices, including the OBS virtual camera, PS3 Eye Camera (when using the universal driver: https://github.com/jkevin/PS3EyeDirectShow/releases) and other devices that rely on DirectShow drivers.
  
• The "Shared" camera access mode has been enhanced for better compatibility with other applications that access and control your webcam.
  
• Steam Version only: The “Eyeware camera” virtual camera is now fully functional.
  

• If Beam is already running, attempting to launch it again will bring up the tray window or sign-in dialog, making it easier for users to find and access Beam.
  
• The default eye tracking overlay color has been updated to the brand accent color.
  
• Standalone Version only: Clicking the tray icon now also brings up the sign-in page, providing a more intuitive user experience.
  

• Standalone Version only: Some users experienced Beam crashing at startup (the tray icon would appear for a few seconds and then disappear closing Beam). This was fixed by disabling offline access on the specific PC on a case-by-case basis (the majority of users won’t have this issue). The video preview link has been updated.
  
• Improved logging capabilities for more efficient troubleshooting in the future.
  

We are excited to announce the release of Beam Eye Tracker v2.2.0. This update ensures 0% GPU load for the Eye Tracking Overlay and all other functionalities, except for the Privacy Filter feature, while bringing other enhancements designed to improve your tracking experience with minimal system impact.


[h2]Eye Tracking Overlay Optimizations[/h2]

• 0% GPU Usage for Eye Tracking Overlay: We've reduced the GPU load to 0% by shifting processing to the CPU, now requiring only an additional 1-3% CPU usage depending on your processor.
  
• Increased Frame Rate and Responsiveness: The overlay now operates at the camera's FPS, providing smoother motion and significantly lower latency. Previously, it was capped at 30fps to reduce processing demands on the GPU.
  
• Resolved Compatibility Issues: We've resolved the notorious "Black Screen Issue" associated with outdated drivers by eliminating the dependence on OpenGL.
  
• Overlay Behavior Adjustments: Optimized to disappear seamlessly when hidden, especially during recording sessions with OBS, to enhance recording clarity.
  

[h2]UX and Performance Enhancements[/h2]

• Improved Guidance for Users: A new first-time popup guide has been introduced for the eye tracking overlay to facilitate user onboarding.
  
• Enhanced Visual Quality: GIFs on feature cards are now rendered with higher quality, ensuring a more visually appealing experience.
  

[h2]Bug Fixes[/h2]

• Gaming Extensions API Correction: Fixed a bug that prevented the Gaming Extensions API from updating correctly with the main screen, thereby enhancing accuracy and reliability in tracking.