iCon: utilizing everyday objects as additional, auxiliary and instant tabletop controllers

Kai-Yin Cheng, Rong-Hao Liang, Bing-Yu Chen, Rung-Huei Liang, Sy-Yen Kuo

Abstract: This work describes a novel approach to utilizing everyday objects of users as additional, auxiliary, and instant tabletop controllers. Based on this approach, a prototype platform, called iCon, is developed to explore the possible design. Field studies and user studies reveal that utilizing everyday objects such as auxiliary input devices might be appropriate under a multi-task scenario. User studies further demonstrate that daily objects can generally be applied in low precision circumstances, low engagement with selected objects, and medium-to-high frequency of use. The proposed approach allows users to interact with computers while not altering their original work environments.