Originally published on July 18, 2013br br 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.br br 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.br br The Redmond, Washington-based company is working on versions of the device compatible with Apple and Android operating systems.br br --------------------------------------------------------br br TomoNews is your daily source for top animated news. We've combined animation and video footage with a snarky personality to bring you the biggest and best stories from around the world.