Microsoft Moves Beyond Touch, Files 3D Stylus Patent

[Guest]

Following touch input, 3D input could become a major new trend. Microsoft is rumored to be working on Kinect-like features for Windows-based PCs and tablets, but the company is playing with alternative technologies as well.

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[killabanks]

if this stylus works on any surface might be pretty useful

 

[WithoutWeakness]

Interesting. My Note 2 has a "hover" feature where it can detect the stylus when it's within a half-inch or so of the screen and has certain functionality tied to "hovering" over photos, videos, etc. This sounds like a similar thing but with more range? It will be interesting to see if they make anything using this and what its applications are.

 

[abbadon_34]

Most interesting will be how they combat fatigue. Gorilla arm is already an issue for 2D touch

 

[nitrium]

Maybe it's just me, but that sure looks like an unusual way of holding a stylus.