It is now being reported that Microsoft is working to develop a Kinect system that can be used in laptops. There are already netbook prototypes with built-in Kinect sensors.
Instead of relying on hardware that is plugged into the computer, the prototypes, Asus netbooks, hasve a strip of sensors above the screen that is normally the place for the webcams.
The idea is that users can be able to buy a laptop with Kinect features included to not only use in game but also to interact with various apps that has gesture-based controls.
Intel already showcased a similar feature in the CES, see the video below.
It is not clear whether the demo was run under a system with Microsoft Kinect integration or an entirely different thing, but it does look like Intel agrees with Microsoft could benefit from such technology.
Microsoft is now looking to license the Kinect technology to laptop makers, meaning, you won't probably see an Xbox 360-branded Kinect laptop anytime soon. You may see PC manufacturers offer portable computers with Kinect motion-sensing tech built-in.
Source: Liliputing
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