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18th
Microsoft Multi-touch Display R&D
Uses a different technique to the iPhone, the MS Surface Computer and DIY-projectors because it relies on direct reflection of light from fingers and can therefore handle proximity, e.g. sense when you stroke close to the surface without touching. Fantastic! Apple’s ‘seeing’ screen could get close but because it’s just passive would be limited. (The Register article on this technology with more links.)