Escaping a digital screen just got that much harder. They’re now literally in the walls.
Sony’s Xperia Touch, a toaster-sized projector/tablet that turns any flat surface (walls, tables, floors) into an interactive touch screen, just firmed up a release date in Europe, starting this spring for about $1,600.
The 23-inch Android-powered device, which utilizes WiFi, infrared and a 60 fps camera to capture motion, was previewed last year as the Xperia Projector.
Some suggested uses for this futuristic tech? Sony suggests family table arcade games, counter-sized cookbooks, large Skype calls, message board walls and, of course, an 80-inch TV/movie projector.
While on the surface (heyo!) it’s a cool concept, Engadget points to a few flaws, including a rather large price tag and a lack of sensory feedback.
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