Touchscreen technology has impacted nearly every aspect of our lives, including the way in which we learn. Both public and private school systems are taking advantage of this technology by implementing touchscreen devices into the classroom. Whether it’s basic tablet computers, or more advanced touchscreen desks (yes, there are desks with this technology), the old […]
Having surgery performed can trigger intense bouts of anxiety. This is particularly true when speaking about children, many of which are fearful of surgery. But there’s nee evidence suggesting that touchscreen tablets can ease pre-surgery anxiety in children. Dr Dominique Chassard of the Hospices Civils de Lyon presented a study while speaking at the World […]
It may sound like something straight out of a science fiction novel, but Polo’s flagship store is equipped with touchscreen fitting rooms. The fashion and apparel company announced earlier this month that its flagship store in New York City would sport an Oak Fitting room, offering shoppers a unique interactive experience that differentiates themselves from […]
Touchscreen technology has become an almost staple feature in modern-day laptops. It improves the overall functionality of laptops by eliminating the use of trackpads, which are inherently inaccurate and oftentimes cumbersome to use. Furthermore, Microsoft has pushed for the use of touchscreen technology in its most recent Windows 8 operating system (OS). Windows 8 features […]
While there are thousands upon thousands of different touchscreen devices on the market, nearly all of them rely on either resistive or capacitive technology. Resistive touchscreens are constructed with three layers: an upper layer, bottom layer, and a middle layer that’s comprised with air or a similar inert gas/substance. When the operator presses down on […]
Liquid crystal diode (LCD) lives up to its namesake by featuring an array of liquid crystals that reflect light created by a backlight. Contrary to what some people may believe, LCD crystals don’t actually produce the light you see on a monitor or display, but rather than magnify it so it’s more intense. This allows […]
Touchscreen technology is found in nearly industry and market, ranging from automotive and retail to healthcare and manufacturing. It allows human operators to control machines and/or computers through a touch-based interface. When compared to traditional mechanical interfaces (e.g. physical keyboards), touchscreens are believed to offer a higher level of reliability, durability, accuracy, and user satisfaction. […]
Ever wish you could feel the virtual buttons on your tablet? Thanks to a new product Tactus, you can. California-based tech startup Tactus has unveiled a new case for the iPad Mini that allows users to feel the device’s virtual keys (see image to the right). The case features a transparent screen with small bumps […]
Synaptics has announced plans to develop a new line of pressure-sensitive touchscreen controllers for smartphones. Dubbed the “ClearPad 3700,” the California-based maker of Human Machine Interface products says the new controller will add “variable force-sensing” technology to smartphones. So, what exactly does this mean? Being that the ClearPad 3700 has yet to hit the market, […]
An estimated 285 million people are believed to be visually impaired, 39 of million of whom are classified as blind, according to data by the World Health Organization (WHO). But a new study has found that touchscreen devices can benefit individuals with visual disabilities. For the study, researchers from Canada’s Concordia University recruited 100 men […]