Since the invention of the computer, man has constantly look for different way of interfacing and inputting into a computer. The mouse was probably one of the greatest leaps forward in making computers more accessible to individuals that didn't want to learn the tedious commands required for a non-GUI (graphical user interface) interface. Touchscreen seems to be the natural follow up after the mouse. Just point and touch what you want to do right?
Well, here's a whole new way of doing something we are quite familiar with, except instead of touching a screen you're touching a pool of water! The technique used here isn't based on pressure or capacitance but rather on the refraction patterns that can be seen in water when your finger breaks the surface of the water. I can see a whole new marketing campaign already! 'Get your hands wet with zen computing!' All that is missing how is a tranquil waterfall and a miniature sand tray and rake!
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Here it is: my crazy summer project to reinvent desktop human-computer interaction.
This video examines the benefits and limitations inherent in current mouse-based and window-oriented interfaces, the problems facing other potential solutions, and visualizes my proposal for a completely new way of interacting with desktop computers.
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