Human-sensing Computer Monitors

I've been looking forward to this for a while:

Eizo's new screens boast a new Green 'auto off' feature that turns off the computer monitor when you walk away to get a cup of joe. I hope it's smart enough to not turn off when you're simply sitting still. I hope it becomes standard — I'm frustrated by the fact the computer doesn't know I'm sitting there enjoying a TED video and the screen dims! It's a nice start to a more context-aware computer
(Via fareastgizmos.com)

I discussed this idea previously in my blogpost on 3D cameras:

Imagine your computer recognizing when you walk in front of it. Or putting itself to sleep when you walk out of a room

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