CUBIT (multi-touch)
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CUBIT is an open source multi-touch system designed by Stefan Hechenberger and Addie Wagenknecht for NOR_/D. It was developed to "demystify multitouch" technology through making its software and hardware open source and is a direct competitor of Microsoft Surface[1][2].
[edit] Purchasing
Users can purchase the Touchkit so long as they supply their own projector/camera at a cost estimated to be between $1080 and $1,580 USD. As of May 2, 2008 they are accepting pre-orders for these kits which they call the TouchKit. [3][4]
The CUBIT system currently is for sale by commission basis only.
[edit] External links
[edit] References
- ^ Technology Review: Open-Source, Multitouch Display
- ^ Innovation | Home invention | Economist.com
- ^ Greene, Kate (2008-05-01). Open-Source, Multitouch Display. MIT Technology Review. Retrieved on 2008-05-03.
- ^ NOR_/D. Retrieved on 2008-05-03.