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Projected keypad for cell phone
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jsw said:
saw this on wired a bit back. would love this option for the iPod - edit contacts, calendar info, etc...
This type of keyboard is already for sale (apparently pre-order so far), it was demoed at CES. See http://www.ibizpda.com/. The iBiz keyboard uses USB, so it might already be compatible with the Mac.
[Edit: Ah what the heck, I'm a sucker for toys like this. I've got one on order and will report back on how well it plays with the Mac.]
[Edit: Ah what the heck, I'm a sucker for toys like this. I've got one on order and will report back on how well it plays with the Mac.]
couldn't the "display" be projected upside down from what it is at the moment, thus enabling you to say, clip it to your shirt instead of trying to steady it in front of you on a table....
evoluzione said:
Worst pickup line ever: "Hey baby, wanna press my spacebar?"
The projector/camera box really will want to be stationary when used. If it moves while you're typing, your fingers won't stay under the correct key when it tries to figure out where you pressed.
Interesting, innovative idea.
I wonder, though, if there are any health dangers to having your fingers continuously scanned by a laser, even a low-powered one.
I wonder, though, if there are any health dangers to having your fingers continuously scanned by a laser, even a low-powered one.
iMeowbot said:
Not only that, but the device scans each key's physical location to see if your finger is there, and if it were backwards, your hands themselves would get in the way-- the keyboard wouldn't be able to "see" your fingers. It has enough trouble with this when it's projected towards you... it can be tricky.
I'll be interested to know how the USB one works with Mac... they were demo'd about a year ago, and i've been drooling over them ever since. only problem is that i think your fingers would get tired faster, since it's a totally flat surface...
paul
iMeowbot said:
It also looks like a red (visible) laser, so it should be harmless. Lasers have very low bandwidth, even when they have a continuous wave, so it doesn't really project out from the red color into IR or UV wavelengths that could cause you problems....
But if this comes out, it has GOT to be next years fav. geektoy.
*sigh* Vaporware.iMeowbot said:
The good news is that the product as shipped works just as well with the Mac as with other platforms