Thursday 6 February 2014

Leap Motion Device

Leap motion is a device that allows input to a PC/Mac via hand and finger motion without the need to touch anything (open space). This is plugged into your USB port and it begins working with any Leap-enabled software. Only the specialized applications that have the compatibility are able to use Leap motion. All of the compatible applications can be found on their sub-site 'Airspace'.  They have an assortment of categories to choose from, e.g. Games, Educational, Scientific. The creative tools found in the App Store seems to be quite unique, and the artistic/design skills involved seem very immersive.  

Looking at the capabilities of Leap Motion, it could potentially lead to a new way of working with  devices. This is especially prominent in the field of gaming and creative 3D designing. Therefore I feel this device will more than likely be aimed at Gamers and 3D designers. At its current stage it seems quite limited with its versatility.

Leap Motion Introduction Video

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