Desktop OS X Multi-Touch Framework Concept, Demo
While users wait for Apple to implement a full desktop version of Multitouch for Mac OS X, some enterprising users have begun development of a 3rd party framework for full screen multitouch interaction.
Lux, a 3rd party framework developed by Christian Moore, provides "true multitouch interaction" in Mac OS X and other operating systems. Developed using Flash and C++ (flash for rapid development), Moore says the framework is open-source.
Lux, a 3rd party framework developed by Christian Moore, provides "true multitouch interaction" in Mac OS X and other operating systems. Developed using Flash and C++ (flash for rapid development), Moore says the framework is open-source.
Apple's UITouch its very, very well designed. It runs at the core level, while ours is more a free environment to develop on top... to learn about multitouch and share code.
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49 months ago
It would be cool to have multi-touch available ALONGSIDE keyboard shortcuts for apps like Logic / FCP / Motion / Color. Though we wouldn't get tactile feedback, I'd certainly enjoy on the fly mixing on the Logic faders, rearranging clips in fcp. Again- all these features I would only want alongside current offerings, as I am a but a lab mouse trained to use the current peripherals. :apple::cool::apple::D
49 months ago
i cant see how this will be applicable to the day ol' consumer.
especially any tablet... those are more for commercial uses (hosipitals, restaurants, pro editors, graphic designers etc)
when im at home, on a desk or gettin cozy on the couch (surfing, email or chatting) - i dont want to be reaching in front of me to be touching my monitor / tablet. its very unnatural.
especially any tablet... those are more for commercial uses (hosipitals, restaurants, pro editors, graphic designers etc)
when im at home, on a desk or gettin cozy on the couch (surfing, email or chatting) - i dont want to be reaching in front of me to be touching my monitor / tablet. its very unnatural.
49 months ago
This brings Multi-Touch to a new level - rumor has it that the next generation of iMacs will implement multi-touch both on screen and also using a multi-touch mouse. Perhaps this is behind the reason that iMacs went all glossy.
Very true - I much prefer remote control for that, but for photo rendering, a combination of mouse and multi-touch can be really useful.
i cant see how this will be applicable to the day ol' consumer.
especially any tablet... those are more for commercial uses (hosipitals, restaurants, pro editors, graphic designers etc)
when im at home, on a desk or gettin cozy on the couch (surfing, email or chatting) - i dont want to be reaching in front of me to be touching my monitor / tablet. its very unnatural.
Very true - I much prefer remote control for that, but for photo rendering, a combination of mouse and multi-touch can be really useful.
49 months ago
I don't know where to get the framework... couldn't find it on any of the sites gizmodo linked to. If anyone can find it, paste the link please.
Of course, making the input device is a bit kludgy :)
Of course, making the input device is a bit kludgy :)
49 months ago
Of course, making the input device is a bit kludgy :)
Yeah, well let's hope Apple doesn't take any design cues from that. The last thing I want is an all-new "cardboard and tape" look to my Mac. :D
49 months ago
Yeah, well let's hope Apple doesn't take any design cues from that. The last thing I want is an all-new "cardboard and tape" look to my Mac. :D
Have you seen the 'Surface' computer by MS? A $10,000 1.5 ton box filled with infrared sensors, cameras, projectors, lenses, supported by mechanical arms driven by electronic engines. It now seems outdated before having the chance to reach the market. Once again, one giant leap forward for technology, one small step backward for MS.
49 months ago
This is simply amazing. Motivated people never cease to amaze me. THis is just downright inspirational.
49 months ago
Brilliant. If only there was some way they could implement this in a coffee table...
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