DataTiles

[rostasi]

DataTiles

(has a short - ca. 2 minutes - video demo)

I can imagine these tiles being created/used in the same way that Widgets are utilized on a Mac.

The DataTiles system integrates the benefits of two major interaction paradigms: graphical and physical user interfaces.

Tagged transparent tiles are used as modular construction units.

These tiles are augmented by dynamic graphical information when they are placed on a sensor-enhanced flat panel display.

They can be used independently or can be combined into more complex configurations,

similar to the way language can express complex concepts through a sequence of simple words.

[Jim Dye]

That is really really cool. I'm not sure if it would ultimately be more useful than a laptop, but in certain situations, it could work! Thanks for sharing, Rod.

[rostasi]

Pretty cool eh?

I'm thinking of panels around the house

for easy access - new meaning to kitchen tiles

when it comes to recipes, shopping, etc.

It could look nice near your "Entertainment Center"

and be useful for ordering things.

The business application at the end of the video

is pretty cool too.

Of course, I'm thinking of creative uses already

if it shows up commercially soon.