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This is a hemispherical dome in which users can interact with data from Virtual Earth and WorldWide Telescope. This was done using a regular projector and a wide-angle lens – and Microsoft technologies!

The Ominidirectional Projector allows you to control 360 degrees of data displayed on the ceiling and walls with voice and hand gesture commands. The system is designed to be simple and easy to build. The entire system is composed of a projector pointing upwards in the center of the room. Around the lens are IR camera sensors that can detect the hand signs that the user makes. By making hand puppets above the projector’s lens, a user can control the world around him.

The most popular program being displayed with the projector is an interactive virtual display of the Galaxy. The user is capable of flying past stars and zoom in on planets or even zoom out to show the entire Milky Way or even zoom out to the Big Bang.

Unfortunately, the Omnidirectional Projector is still in development stages, but Microsoft intends to make the system be able to work in a standard room instead requiring a domed room.

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    This is a hemispherical dome in which users can interact with data from Virtual Earth and WorldWide Telescope. This was done using a regular projector and a wide-angle lens – and Microsoft technologies!

    The Ominidirectional Projector allows you to control 360 degrees of data displayed on the ceiling and walls with voice and hand gesture commands. The system is designed to be simple and easy to build. The entire system is composed of a projector pointing upwards in the center of the room. Around the lens are IR camera sensors that can detect the hand signs that the user makes. By making hand puppets above the projector’s lens, a user can control the world around him.

    The most popular program being displayed with the projector is an interactive virtual display of the Galaxy. The user is capable of flying past stars and zoom in on planets or even zoom out to show the entire Milky Way or even zoom out to the Big Bang.

    Unfortunately, the Omnidirectional Projector is still in development stages, but Microsoft intends to make the system be able to work in a standard room instead requiring a domed room.

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      One of our regular community members, SWAT, has just beaten Super Mario Galaxy. He’s going to give us his review, as well as some tips for playing the game.

      So overall, what is your impression of the game? Overall the graphics are very good, even though the ending could have been more difficult.

      What was the hardest part? The realm where you turn Mario into a Spring. It’s really difficult.

      How does this one compare to other versions of Mario you’ve played? This one ranks up there as probably the best, overall.

      How long did it take you to beat the game? It took me about 2 1/2 weeks, playing an hour or two a day.

      Does it make it hard during times when the camera cannot keep up with your movements? It’s not bad most of the time, just when jumping from block to block.

      What are some other tips you have for us?

      • Get your timing down right away. It’s critical when jumping.
      • Get the concept of gravity down. You’ll have to walk on walls and ceilings in this one!
      • Get as many star bits as you can. These are what unlock the secret worlds.
      • The ending is much easier than I hoped. I beat Bowser on the first try.

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      One of our regular community members, SWAT, has just beaten Super Mario Galaxy. He’s going to give us his review, as well as some tips for playing the game.

      So overall, what is your impression of the game? Overall the graphics are very good, even though the ending could have been more difficult.

      What was the hardest part? The realm where you turn Mario into a Spring. It’s really difficult.

      How does this one compare to other versions of Mario you’ve played? This one ranks up there as probably the best, overall.

      How long did it take you to beat the game? It took me about 2 1/2 weeks, playing an hour or two a day.

      Does it make it hard during times when the camera cannot keep up with your movements? It’s not bad most of the time, just when jumping from block to block.

      What are some other tips you have for us?

      • Get your timing down right away. It’s critical when jumping.
      • Get the concept of gravity down. You’ll have to walk on walls and ceilings in this one!
      • Get as many star bits as you can. These are what unlock the secret worlds.
      • The ending is much easier than I hoped. I beat Bowser on the first try.

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