Microsoft applies for 3D manipulation patent among others

[Philip Lelyveld comment: see stories about similar patents by Apple and others starting here and here.]

[TechCrunch]

A new batch of Microsoft parent applications has become public, in the mix are patents that describe a range of new motion gestures, 3D virtual interaction and a reworked email client.

Grasp simulation of a virtual object

Changing power mode based on sensors in a device

Email Views

Throwing gestures for mobile devices

Read the full article here: http://techcrunch.com/2011/10/27/microsoft-patents-manipulation-of-3d-virtual-objects-throwing-gestures/