Invoked Computing.
A research group at the University of Tokyo are creating a new paradigm in Human Computer Interaction. Dubbed ‘Invoked Computing’ the idea is to turn everyday objects into computer interfaces and communication devices.
Go and watch the video. I think that the two current prototypes – while undoubtedly cool – are kind of limited and clunky, but the ideas… the thinking… INCREDIBLE. Genuinely exciting and huge potential for the future.