__/ [ Linonut ] on Saturday 02 June 2007 19:11 \__
> The subject is meant in fun. This video is a real scream, funny as a
> crutch:
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> http://research.microsoft.com/vibe/projects/stepUI.aspx
>
> Visualization and Interaction for Business and Entertainment
> VIBE Home
>
> Entertainment
>
> StepUI
>
> Fun physical interfaces for everyday tasks
>
> Brian Meyers brianme, AJ Brush ajbrush, Steven Drucker sdrucker, Marc
> Smith masmith
>
> Explanation
>
> We've created applications that can be controlled using a dance
> pad instead of the keyboard or mouse. We have StepMail which allows
> you to read, delete and flag your email and StepPhoto which allows
> you to organize your photos. Using these applications is fun, helps
> reduce RSI, and gets you up out of your chair.
>
> Here's the direct link to the video if you don't want to visit the site:
>
>
http://research.microsoft.com/vibe/videos/StepStar%20V1_8%20%20Attrib.wmv
>
> I'm surprised to see it play in the stock mplayer installed from the
> Debian amd64 repository. I guess installing ia32-libs /does/ cover a
> lot of 32-bit applications
>
> Go Microsoft Research Go!
The problem is that they often target likeminded folks, rather than the
average consumer. They live in a fantasy world. Just look at their work on a
device for capturing pictures and audio of one's entire life. Or even
"Surface". These things are for people with more money than brain.
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