Originally published on July 18, 2013

The MobiUS scanner connects over USB and plugs into smartphones and tablets. The device creates image of up to 480-by-480 pixels of body parts by using high frequency sound waves.

Considerably more affordable than bulkier, full-sized machines the device's inventor believes it can help streamline the healthcare system in developing countries where ultrasound is not readily available.

The Redmond, Washington-based company is working on versions of the device compatible with Apple and Android operating systems.

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