We know Microsoft will launch Kinect for Windows hardware next month, but a new report claims that the software giant could be working with Asus to build that support directly into laptops. The Daily says it has "checked out" a pair of official prototype Asus laptops that include a Kinect sensor built-in. The sensor, running on a Windows 8 laptop, reportedly stretches across the top of the screen, and includes a set of LEDs at the bottom of the display.
Asus working on prototype Kinect-equipped Windows 8 laptops?
Asus rumored to be working on Windows 8 laptops with built-in Kinect sensors.
Asus rumored to be working on Windows 8 laptops with built-in Kinect sensors.
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Asus released its own WAVI Xtion hardware last year, based on the same PrimeSense technology used in Kinect, so it’s clear the company has experience with motion-controlled devices. Microsoft has not officially detailed its support for Kinect in Windows 8, but leaked OEM documents previously suggested that the company was working on building Kinect-like features into its next operating system, including a “detect my presence and log me in automatically” feature. Whether those plans are still in place remains to be seen, but with the Windows 8 beta due next month, and rumors of Kinect laptops, we’ll find out soon enough.
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