2010 Horizon Report » Four to Five Years: Gesture-Based Computing - 0 views
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Ashley Parenti on 11 Apr 12This is the 2010 Horizon Report and it talks about how gesture based computing is still in the works but is gaining speed fast.
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Gesture-Based Computing Uses $1 Lycra Gloves | Gadget Lab | Wired.com - 0 views
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This page is about different ways gesture - based computing can entertain people through computing or even video games.
Microsoft cuts touchscreen lag to 1ms, makes other panels look silly (video) -- Engadget - 0 views
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Microsoft reduces the lag time on touch screens. This could be a huge breakthrough in gesture based computing, but the author questions whether it will be implemented.
Gesture-based tech: A future in education? | ZDNet - 2 views
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"Not only is the nature of gestures universal, and more natural than operating a mouse or keyboard, but it could be a valuable tool in maintaining and focusing students' attention, and promoting an interactive classroom." Not only does this article discuss the benefits, but it also discusses the issues associated with this trend.
What is gesture recognition? Definition from WhatIs.com - 0 views
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"Gesture recognition is the mathematical interpretation of a human motion by a computing device." A simple definition of gesture recognition (gesture based computing)
Getting in touch: touchscreen use in education - 0 views
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"the combination of direct touch and group activity through a multi-touch environment will significantly enhance students' learning experiences." through many examples, this article elaborates upon the many advantages of gesture based computing in education.
Gesture Based Special Needs - 0 views
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"Touch screen monitors and related software that enable a traditional monitor to emulate a touch screen are powerful tools for students with disabilities." This article shares two stories of special needs students who were aided by gesture based computing.
Gesture-based computing on the cheap - MIT News Office - 0 views
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In this article, a video is provided that illustrates an advanced form of gesture-based computing that only requires the program and a pair of multicolored gloves that are manufactured for $10. It provides some insight into computing for science and engineering.
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This talks about gesture-based computing and how it is done and achieved.
Technology Review- Computer Interfaces - 0 views
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This article provides a treasure trove of examples of new innovations in technology, many of which relate to gesture based computing. It discusses gesture sensing, hepatics, and even the use of ECGs in computing.
Virtual Autopsy - 0 views
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This article provides an excellent example of how gesture based computing has a real-life application, rather than just applying it to games. Gesture based computing can serve to make virtual reality more like true reality.
The Digital Textbook Revolution | iPad in Schools - 1 views
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"Everything in our world is being digitized (or will be) and it makes sense for text books to be able to be updated in real time (any time) at a cost that is virtually free rather than the investment it takes to republish and distribute millions of books every few years." This article discusses the use of iPads in the classroom and how they should be replacing textbooks. Since ipads are gesture based, they will be a great addition to a classroom.
Classroom Collaboration - 0 views
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In this paper, the authors discuss the use of technology in storytelling. Children can use gesture-based technology to make their stories more tangible, more real.
Microsoft Buying Gesture Technology - 1 views
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The New York Times reports on how Microsoft is buying a company based completely on gesture technology, which could have a huge impact on its emerging technology. "We have a really broad mission to enable everyday devices with the ability to see."
Gesture-sensing technology gets the nod - 0 views
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"Products such as GGGoal are an entertaining and impressive demonstration of the power of motion-sensing technology, but the next step will be to translate the features of gesture-sensing technology into a range of products that benefit a broader client base." This website explains the gesture based technology that is being used, marketed toward a wider range of people.
21st-Century Campus Report: Campus 2.0 - 0 views
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This article represents the various uses of technology in the classroom. If gives important statistics on people's views of technology and on various gesture based technology in the classroom.
Gesture-based computing? It's as 'Izi' as waving your hand | news10.net - 1 views
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They are introducing their product "lzi" and explaining how it works
Four to Five Years: Gesture-Based Computing « 2011 Horizon Report - 0 views
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This is a report on gesture-based computing: how it started, what it is, and how it is evolving.
Mogees - Gesture recognition with contact-microphones - YouTube - 0 views
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This is showing how you can connect a microphone to any surface to turn it into a touch screen. it also shows different gestures.
A review of gesture control technologies - 3 views
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This is a great article for gesture based computing. It talks about the development of gesture based technology throughout the years, giving examples of its progression with different companies.
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Yeah, it gives examples of its progression with different companies.
SoftKinetic Speeds Up 3D Gesture Recognition - 0 views
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"SoftKinetic's vision is to transform the way people interact with the digital world. SoftKinetic is the leading provider of gesture-based platforms for the consumer electronics and professional markets." It is important to learn about the development of gesture technology in certain companies.