i could see this easily working on current text entry systems given that the accelerometer was used to select word suggestions. Instead of tapping the screen or pressing left or right on the directional pad, you would just jerk your device ever-so-slightly to the left or right. It really wouldn't take much travel at all -- maybe half an inch. That's a simple but pretty intuitive use of the accelerometer.
i'm not so sure about using it a shift key, which is essentially what the text above is describing.
“The experience was a quick and painful reminder that no matter how pretty the window dressing is here, HTC has staged its fashion show in a building that should be scheduled for demolition.
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i could see this easily working on current text entry systems given that the accelerometer was used to select word suggestions. Instead of tapping the screen or pressing left or right on the directional pad, you would just jerk your device ever-so-slightly to the left or right. It really wouldn't take much travel at all -- maybe half an inch. That's a simple but pretty intuitive use of the accelerometer.
i'm not so sure about using it a shift key, which is essentially what the text above is describing.