Sunday, November 22, 2009

Moving Keyboard

One of the problems with using only multitouch interfaces is that typing is difficult. Since multitouch screens don't have physical buttons, the user can't feel if they are on the key. Shawn O'Neil found a Microsoft concept that positions the keyboard under your fingers regardless of where they are on the screen.

This could be a very useful concept. If done right, the keys will always be the right size for your fingers and exactly where you expect. For example, when a little kid is typing the keys will be smaller than when an adult is typing. This could also potentially remove the problem of having to switch between the mouse and the keyboard. At least for me, every time I have to switch, I have to reposition my hands. With the moving keyboard, I could simply move my hand to click and then immediately start typing in the new position.

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