Friday, April 1, 2011

Technology: A New Way to Communicate


The mouse and keyboard were invented before the Internet even existed. Since then, countless technological advancements have allowed for much more efficient human computer interaction. Why then do we continue to use outdated technology? Introducing Gmail Motion -- now you can control Gmail with your body. Capitalizing on the massive success of the Wii, PS3 Move and Xbox Kinect, Google has designed a mail program that moves you.


How it works
Gmail Motion uses your computer's built-in webcam and Google's patented spatial tracking technology to detect your movements and translate them into meaningful characters and commands. Movements are designed to be simple and intuitive for people of all skill levels.


Motion Guide
Familiarize yourself with some of the basic functionality of Gmail Motion using this printable guide of sample gestures. With it, you'll be able to start writing and responding to emails – with your body – in no time.






If you haven't figured out that this is Google's attempt at an April's Fools prank, then you are clearly as dumb as you look.

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