wacom | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net KitGuru.net - Tech News | Hardware News | Hardware Reviews | IOS | Mobile | Gaming | Graphics Cards Sat, 19 Sep 2015 02:00:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-KITGURU-Light-Background-SQUARE2-32x32.png wacom | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net 32 32 Intel, partners to finalize universal stylus standard in December https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/anton-shilov/intel-and-partners-plan-to-finalize-universal-stylus-standard-in-december/ https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/anton-shilov/intel-and-partners-plan-to-finalize-universal-stylus-standard-in-december/#comments Sat, 19 Sep 2015 00:17:35 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=268461 Intel Corp. and its partners from the Universal Stylus Initiative (USI) plan to finalize the first specification of an active stylus compatible with a variety of devices already this December. The first products featuring the USI 1.0 standard are expected to become available already in late 2015 or early 2016. Different versions of styluses have existed …

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Intel Corp. and its partners from the Universal Stylus Initiative (USI) plan to finalize the first specification of an active stylus compatible with a variety of devices already this December. The first products featuring the USI 1.0 standard are expected to become available already in late 2015 or early 2016.

Different versions of styluses have existed on the market for several decades. Professional devices, which require maximum precision use proprietary styluses that are pretty expensive. Universal passive capacitive styluses are compatible with virtually all contemporary devices, but are not really precise. Moreover, such styluses cannot distinguish levels of pressure during writing or painting, which makes them useless for many actions. Intel and partners are working on universal active stylus pens, which will be, precise compatible with all devices and inexpensive.

The USI specification will help to create styluses capable of communicating with different touch sensors and touch controller integrated circuits. The spec will define physical interface and communication protocol as well as certain levels of capabilities the pens should have. For example, the USI 1.0-compliant styluses will have to sense up to 2048 different levels of pressure.

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The USI technology will enable interoperable communication between an active stylus and touch-enabled devices such as phones, tablets, and computing and entertainment platforms from numerous manufacturers, allowing consumers to seamlessly write or draw on different devices with one high-quality stylus that delivers a realistic pen-on-paper experience.

Intel wants to finalize the USI 1.0 specification this December, reports DigiTimes. Dell already has 2-in-1 hybrid PCs with USI-compliant stylus pens in the roadmap. The PCs are projected to hit the market either in late 2015, or early in 2016. Hewlett-Packard is also working on three new USI-compliant devices due in Q1 2016, the report claims.

The Universal Stylus Initiative is backed by Intel, Dell, Lenovo, Hewlett-Packard, Asustek Computer, Quanta Computer, LG Electronics, Atmel, Hanvon Pentech, Sharp, Wacom, Synaptics, Montblanc and many others.

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KitGuru Says: It is nice to see that Intel, PC makers, Synaptics, Wacom and even pen maker Montblanc are working together on universal stylus pens. However, will the USI standard become truly universal, unless it is supported by companies like Adobe and Microsoft? Time will tell, of course…

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Intuous5 Touch Professional Pen Tablet Review (PTH-650-EN) https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/highlights-new/arwyn-bailey/intuous5-touch-professional-pen-tablet-review-pth-650-en/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/highlights-new/arwyn-bailey/intuous5-touch-professional-pen-tablet-review-pth-650-en/#comments Fri, 27 Sep 2013 08:08:33 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=142613 In the graphic design universe, Wacom has become the definitive name in tablets.  Most graphic artists and Adobe aficionados will break into something of a cold sweat when ponding the swap from loyal mouse to unknown tablet – but there can be some remarkable improvements to your life if you pick the right product. KitGuru …

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In the graphic design universe, Wacom has become the definitive name in tablets.  Most graphic artists and Adobe aficionados will break into something of a cold sweat when ponding the swap from loyal mouse to unknown tablet – but there can be some remarkable improvements to your life if you pick the right product. KitGuru feared losing a limb, but was actually pleasantly surprised by the Wacom Intuous5 Pen and Touch Medium Graphics Tablet. We rapidly overcame the inevitable disconnect between eye and hand.

The Intuous5 pro medium has been designed to capture the eye of pro designers. But could it do more for other users as an entry level tablet?

We spent around ten days testing the latest Wacom device to see if it could cut the mustard and actually become a replacement for the faithful standard, the optical mouse.
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We soon discovered that Wacom have included in this range of tablets a touch of genius for the dedicated followers of all that is Apple, and even PC users.

Not only is this a tablet, but it also includes many of the features of the Apple track pad. Users can pinch and expand their digits to their hearts content, which we found to be a useful feature that has the capability of capturing a wider audience than just the dedicated graphic designer.

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Wacom Bamboo Stylus for iPad Review https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/announcements/henry-butt/wacom-bamboo-stylus-for-ipad-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/announcements/henry-butt/wacom-bamboo-stylus-for-ipad-review/#respond Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:00:04 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=54355 Many touchscreen devices these days are designed to be used with your fingers, therefore negating the need for a stylus.  But, in some circumstances, having a stylus to accompany your device is preferable.  For example, taking notes and sketching can be difficult with a finger but is much easier when you have a stylus. Today …

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Many touchscreen devices these days are designed to be used with your fingers, therefore negating the need for a stylus.  But, in some circumstances, having a stylus to accompany your device is preferable.  For example, taking notes and sketching can be difficult with a finger but is much easier when you have a stylus.

Today we are going to look at the Bamboo Stylus from Wacom which is designed to be used in conjunction with an iPad.  It should work with any device with a capacitive touch screen, whether it be an iPhone or any other brand of tablet or phone.  We will be testing it thoroughly to see if it can justify its £25 price tag.

Features

  • Improves experiences with applications for sketching
  • Sophisticated black and silver design with satin-textured metal body
  • 25 % slimmer tip than other solutions on the market (6 mm vs. 8 mm)
  • Weight-balanced design
  • Smooth soft conductive tip for best pen-on-screen feeling
  • Pen dimensions: 9 mm diameter and 120 mm length
  • Pen weight: 20 g
  • Exchangeable pen nib
  • Compatible with all media tablets using capacitive touch technology

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