2. • When we talk about user interface (UI) in computing, we’re
referring to how a computer program or system represents itself
to its user, usually via graphics, text and sound.
• In recent years, we’ve also witnessed innovated UI that
involved the use of touch (e.g. smartphones), voice (e.g. Siri)
and even gestures (e.g. Microsoft Kinect).
• Here are some key features of what next-generation UI may be
like:
User Interface That Are (Almost) Here
3. 1. Brain-Computer Interface
• Tan Le's astonishing new computer interface reads its user's
brainwaves, making it possible to control virtual
objects, and even physical electronics, with mere thoughts
(and a little concentration).
• Each specific thought has its own brainwave pattern.
These unique electrical signals can be mapped to carry
out specific commands so that thinking the thought can
actually carry out the set command.
• In the future where one could operate computer systems
with thoughts alone. From the concept of a ‘smart home’
where one could turn lights on or off without having to step
out of the chair.
5. 2. Voice User Interface (VUI)
• The most recent hype over VUI has got to be Siri, a personal
assistant application which is incorporated into Apple’s iOS. It
uses a natural language user interface for its voice recognition
function to perform tasks exclusively on Apple devices.
• Google Glass works basically like a smartphone, only you don’t
have to hold it up and interact with it with your fingers. Instead
it clings to you as eyewear and receives your commands via
voice control.
6. 2. Voice User Interface (VUI)
SAY ‘TAKE A PICTURE’ TO TAKE A PICTURE
7. 2. Voice User Interface (VUI)
DIRECTIONS RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU
9. 3. Wearable Computer
• As the name suggests, wearable computers are electronic
devices which you can wear on you like an accessory or
apparel.
• It can be a pair of gloves, eyeglasses, a watch or even a suit.
The key feature of wearable UI is that it should keep your hands
free.
• It will not hinder your daily activities. In other words, it will serve
as a secondary activity for you, as and when you wish to access
it.
10. 3. Wearable Computer
• Sony has already released an Android-
powered SmartWatch earlier this year that can be paired with
your Android phone via Bluetooth. It can provide notifications of
new emails and tweets.
11. • MIT grad student David Merrill
is working on Siftables ;
cookie-sized, computerized
tiles you can stack and
shuffle in your hands. These
future-toys can do math,
play music, and talk to their
friends, too.
• In-built accelerometers and
IrDA infrared transceivers that
are able to interact with one
another when placed in
close proximity.
4. Sensor Network User Interface (SNUI)
12. • As these UI become more intuitive, It will be overwhelming
and, at times, exciting and it’s definitely something to look
forward to in new technologies to come.
CONCLUSION