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Posting Date: September 20, 2002
 

Beginning of the end for the keyboard? (europemedia.net) -- "Canesta’s “electronic perception technology” is then used to track user’s finger movements in three dimensions as the user types on the image of a keyboard, projected on any flat surface in front of the mobile device. No accessories are required." (Mac comments: I wonder if 'Air Keyboard' will complement my 'Air Guitar' skills?)

 

  

Reader Comments...
 

I find that idea spooky. I haven't given up books yet, because I like the feel of a book and the weight in my hands. I need the tactile sensation of a book. I think it would be the same (in my opinion) for a keyboard.

Posted by: Lydia on September 20, 2002 12:20 PM

 

I'd be surprised if someone could touch-type with it. Since the fingers would only move when reaching from their normal positions, how would it detect the "typing" of the asdfjkl; keys? The lack of tactile feedback could reduce performance time and increase errors... And, it requires a flat surface to work on... I'd like to see a demo.

Posted by: Ron Zeno on September 20, 2002 01:28 PM

 

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