It seems that Microsoft has opened the flood gates with their Surface announcement. TouchTable Inc. is launching TouchTable TT84 as a hands-on corporate presentation and collaboration system that features visualization, navigation and analysis of data; and functions as both presentation and input devices. The TT84 displays data on the table surface where it can be manipulated using hand gestures. The touch and pressure-enabled interface, large display size and form factor of the TT84 allow users to gather around the table to participate in group discussions.
The system includes a 67" x 50†(84†diagonal) horizontal projection surface, a matte-white, powder-coated, aluminum surface, True UXGA (1600x1200) native resolution & 7700 ANSI Lumens, 3†square steel tubing base with stainless steel levelers, industrial connections for power and computer connections and two 45†vertical, touch-surround displays with stands .
Interactive Hands-on Collaboration System
TouchTable 84
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Collaboration Systems - The rise of interactive collaboration systems such as TouchTable 84 presents opportunities for businesses to improve team collaboration and communication through technology.
2. Gesture-based User Interfaces - The popularity of touch and pressure-enabled hand gestures on devices like the TouchTable 84 opens up opportunities for businesses to explore new ways of interacting with technology.
3. Large-scale Display Technology - As seen in the TouchTable 84, the use of large-scale display technology provides businesses with new ways to present data and collaborate with team members.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The technology industry has opportunities to develop and innovate new interactive collaboration systems, gesture-based user interfaces, and large-scale display technology.
2. Business Services - Business services such as consulting and HR could benefit from using interactive collaboration systems to better engage and communicate with clients and team members.
3. Education - The education industry could explore the use of large-scale display technology in classrooms to enhance teaching methods and engage students in interactive group discussions.