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The editors liked
Both the controller's hardware eyes and software brain are good at their jobs. It's sort of difficult to separate one from the other
But when you look at the raw input as it streams in
You can see that the data is high-fidelity and virtually lagless. We
Small
Compact and portable
Easy to set up and use
Lots of free software to get started
Super cool
Intuitive
Basically works
Constantly expanding list of apps
Updates
Price
The Leap Motion Controller is a Kinect-like input device for Macs and Windows PCs. It has impressive 3D spatial tracking and already has dozens of compatible apps. It costs under $80
Lets you interact with your PC or Mac in novel new ways
Relatively inexpensive
Lots of potential
If app development keeps going strong
Attractive
Lightweight design
Responsive gesture controls
Compatible with Windows and Mac
Exciting and immersive user experience
Easy setup
Small footprint
Looks nice.
USB 3.0/2.0 Connectivity
Vector data and gesture recognition is inherent from sensor
Complex data input possible in real time
Well
Impressive tracking capabilities for a firstgen device. Small footprint. Not expensive. For now
One neat toy to play around with.
Fine-tuned motion control for up to 10 fingers at once
Simple
Space-efficient hardware
Well-designed app portal
The editors didn't like
As simple as the premise and the setup is
Using Leap has a bit of a learning curve. At first
I found using the controller to be extremely frustrating
Until I learned to start visualizing that input cube I keep yammering on about. Leap is—at its best
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Software tends to run towards novelty as opposed to truly useful
No builtin systemlevel interface management
Though free thirdparty tools are available
Occasional inaccurate or altogether nonexistent tracking
Won't make you give up any other control method
Wide field of control easily triggered erroneously
It only works with compatible apps
Not as intuitive or reliable as using a touch pad
Touch screen
Or mouse for everyday tasks
Your arms will get tired when using it
Fewer than 100 apps at time of review
Of mixed quality
Hard to position on a desk
Individual-finger tracking is spotty
At times
Oversensitive
Limited app selection
Difficult to focus pointer on small buttons
Lacks precision
Thirdparty apps required
App store needs work
Leap Motion must seperate itself from other similar items offered by demonstrating where the Leap Motion Controller excells
Not a mouse replacement
The huge potential must be translated into tangible performance
Depending on the app
Making things work can be frustrating. Better suited for simple gesture games. Poor performance on productivity scenarios.
Limited selection of useful apps
Not yet a valid alternative to a mouse or touchscreen
Published: 2014-04-15, Author: Peter , review by: imore.com
Small, compact and portable, Easy to set up and use, Lots of free software to get started
Software tends to run towards novelty as opposed to truly useful, No builtin systemlevel interface management; though free thirdparty tools are available, Occasional inaccurate or altogether nonexistent tracking
At $79.99, the Leap Motion Controller is in the same ballpark as a premium game controller or a Bluetooth keyboard or mouse. While it is a novelty item at this stage, it gives a fascinating peek into the future of gesture-based control on the Mac. If you'...
Published: 2014-01-17, Author: Michael , review by: engadget.com
Fine-tuned motion control for up to 10 fingers at once, Simple, space-efficient hardware, Well-designed app portal
Limited selection of useful apps, Not yet a valid alternative to a mouse or touchscreen, A wireless connection would be nice
The Leap Motion controller is well-constructed and relatively inexpensive. However, it's more a novelty than a tool -- best served as a means for entertainment, not productivity....
USB 3.0/2.0 Connectivity, Vector data and gesture recognition is inherent from sensor, Complex data input possible in real time, Well
Leap Motion must seperate itself from other similar items offered by demonstrating where the Leap Motion Controller excells, Not a mouse replacement, The huge potential must be translated into tangible performance
The Leap Motion Controller clearly demonstrates the vast possibilities this type of 3D controller represents. There are clearly areas that I can see it will dominate. I experience a freedom and joy when using particle manipulation software which I think i...
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Published: 2013-09-02, Author: Tom , review by: audioholics.com
Super cool, Intuitive, Basically works, Constantly expanding list of apps, updates, Price
Won't make you give up any other control method, Wide field of control easily triggered erroneously
Next Page ⇨Recent Forum Posts:Read the Complete Threadavengineer posts on September 03, 2013 00:06I tried Leap Motion too. I found the apps “interesting”, but useless in the practical sense. I found the device itself to be elegantly designed physically, b...
Published: 2013-08-23, Author: James , review by: makeuseof.com
Don't buy it – yet. I don't know if these are just early problems that can be fixed with firmware or if the technology is fundamentally flawed, but for a device with so much hype and promise, it is woefully disappointing...
Published: 2013-08-21, Author: Rick , review by: techspot.com
Impressive tracking capabilities for a firstgen device. Small footprint. Not expensive. For now, one neat toy to play around with.
Depending on the app, making things work can be frustrating. Better suited for simple gesture games. Poor performance on productivity scenarios.
I admit, the Leap Motion controller is something I want to fall in love with. It's just so cool. However, my experiences with the device indicate that at least for now it's more of a neat conceptual “toy” than a practical device you'll be reaching for eve...
The basic idea of using depth-perception cameras to record even the smallest movements of fingers or a pen generally seems like a great idea. Leap Motion is able to translate the concept well and shows a lot of potential for future applications. An OS int...
Lets you interact with your PC or Mac in novel new ways, Relatively inexpensive, Lots of potential, if app development keeps going strong
Fewer than 100 apps at time of review, of mixed quality, Hard to position on a desk, Individual-finger tracking is spotty, At times, oversensitive
Leap Motion’s $80 motion controller is precise and modestly priced, but the software selection and quality will have to increase before it finds mass appeal. Many buyers will want to wait until the tech is integrated directly into computing devices. ...
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Published: 2013-07-31, Author: Michael , review by: 9to5mac.com
There's no doubt about it- nothing else like the Leap Motion exists on the market in its current state. It's an incredibly unique product with a ton of potential. That said, right now, the device feels a little bit like a prototype. While the hardware is...
