Nick Finck posted this TED talk by John Underkoffler, chief scientist at Oblong Industries. I did research in a Fundamentals of Interface Design course taught by Axel Roesler that dealt with integrating new computing technologies, specifically multi-gestural interactions using Microsoft Surface, into the flight deck of the Boeing Dreamliner. During research, we took a closer look at Oblong’s g-speak and its use of a “spatial operating environment,” and wondered how we could conceptualize useful solutions for a commercial airline cockpit.

I agree with both John and Nick that this it isn’t far-fetched to say that this technology will be commercially available in 5 years because of the exponential pace technology is advancing. Being able to bring the digital and physical world together will definitely better user experiences in the future.