Microsoft Surface and the Multitouch Revolution

To most of us, the mouse and the keyboard are integral to the overall operation of a computer system. In fact, as I sit here typing this entry, I couldn’t think of another way of doing it that would seem natural. However, with new technologies hitting the market every single day and with computer manufacturers the world over becoming enamoured with those technologies, we could very well be heading into an era where the mouse and keyboard become irrelevant to our everyday use of a computer.

Windows 7 to Include Multitouch Features

Multitouch as an overall technology has really taken the world by storm, although that really has a lot more to do with Apple than it does with Microsoft. When people consider the Apple accomplishments in the field of Multitouch, the immediate conclusion that is reached has to do with the idea of Multitouch technology on the iPhone, one of the most successful computer hardware mobile products ever created.

Using Webkinz Pets in the Classroom – Turning Toys Into Tools – Teaching With Technology

Have you ever stood in front of your class presenting an action-filled lesson only to feel like your students were more interested in their toys and life outside of school? So often the aspects of life that excite children the most are banned or excluded from the school curriculum. What would happen to our classrooms and the engagement levels of our students if we turn toys into learning tools? When I look inside the bags my daughters carry around with them everywhere I see their digital camera, Nintendo DS, phone, Webkinz pets, and an iPod. This made me ponder this idea: what if I could harness the enthusiasm kids have for their toys and turn them into learning tools?

Multitouch Interface Initiates Technological Renaissance

Multitouch technology seems to be conquering the imagination of technology giants the world over, as more and more of them join the bandwagon to develop new interfaces every other day. A technology that has taken the world by storm since Apple first introduced it in their iPhones and iPods. Now, Multitouch Interface is all set to take over an era where mouse and keyboard pads will become outdated.

Potential Microsoft Multitouch Mistakes

When Microsoft initially came out with their Multitouch technology, there were a number of people that were extremely excited. While there is still some debate as to who exactly came up with Multitouch technology in the end, the enthusiasm for Multitouch products was felt for all of the companies that came out with them. This is why both the Apple iPhone and the Microsoft Surface were well received within the framework of the technology community.

Multitouch Alternatives

When the Multitouch concept initially came to fruition, one of the major points of speculation for all in the industry was just how far Multitouch was going to go. The computer had been controlled by the keyboard and mouse for as long as it had been available in normal consumer form and for that reason creating a revolution in input design was going to be harder than many people were thinking.

Freeware and Shareware

The Internet world is full of shareware and freeware. Just choose the operating system, the type of software you need ant Pronto! The freeware is all yours.

Sirius Canada – Satellite Radio Review

If you are interested in Satellite Radio in Canada you will surely be interested in taking a look at Sirius Canada. Here are my thoughts on satellite radio in Canada. Once satellite radio first hit Canada I was very eager to jump on the train.

HD Radio – Basic Overview

Let me help you learn a little bit about HD Radio. I will try to keep it simple so as to giving you all the information you need with as little technical lingo as possible.

Do You Know What Satellite Radio Is And How It Works?

Satellite radio probably the best thing that’s happened since the invention of TV. Satellite radio often called paid radio because you cannot get it through the regular stations that you pick up in a normal car radio.