Tactile feedback on a Flat Touch Screen
Here is an interesting idea. For those applications where the user needs a little more feedback on what they're touching.I don't know if I've ever experienced this in a large format display. I wonder what applications it would be useful for.
Apparenlty, automotive would be one of those applications. VW appears to be using this on new cars.
What about emergency medical applications, where feedback through gloves could be an additional benefit?
How much extra is this technology and under what circumstances is this an acceptable premium to pay?
posted by Jay at 2:15 PM
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Tactile feedback can be added to larger screens; we have shown up to 19" screens and have designs for 23".
The value of touch feedback is through its immediate and direct responsiveness to the user. They instinctively know that their selection is confirmed. No more wondering if the computer received your input.
This can be especially valuable in distractive environments such as driving, industrial, medical, or hospitality environments where you may not be able to focus on the screen or hear audible cues. Early adopters include the gaming, automotive, self service, and industrial controls markets.
The additional cost is roughly equivalent to the touchscreen cost, and is very dependent on size and quantity. The chassis and bezel designs may also require modification.
As this is the primary user interface to your product, wouldn't you want to make it the best experience possible?
I have always wondered if it would be possible to simulate a full QWERTY keyboard with this tactile feedback. Would the screen stand up to the abuse?
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