Freescale recently displayed next- generation ‘smartbook’ form factors at Computex show in Taiwan. The new class of devices sport larger screens than traditional smartphone devices, and are cloud-computing-centric, with all-day battery life and instant-on functionality. These are powered by processors based on ARM technology, such as Freescale’s i.MX51 device. Freescale engaged with Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) to explore requirements related to ergonomic issues, user interfaces, alternative form factors and even accessories for next- generation smartbook devices. This gave Freescale valuable insight into how end-users prefer to interact with smartbooks. The knowledge gained will be fed back into its chip design processes, ultimately resulting in future i.MX processors that enable compelling consumer experiences and entirely new classes of consumer devices.
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