How Do Touch Screens… Touch?: The Hidden Science Behind Every Swipe, Tap, and Touch

· Kunal Kapoor
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A fingertip on a glass surface can unlock a world. How Do Touch Screens… Touch? is a captivating journey beneath the smooth glass of our everyday devices. From the physics that make touch detection possible to the software that transforms a gesture into a command, this book unravels the hidden language between human hands and machines.

Through stories, real-world examples, and clear explanations, Kunal Kapoor explores how touch technology reshaped how we live, work, and connect — and where it’s taking us next. It’s not just a story about screens. It’s a story about us.

A fingertip on a glass surface can unlock a world. How Do Touch Screens… Touch? is a captivating journey beneath the smooth glass of our everyday devices. From the physics that make touch detection possible to the software that transforms a gesture into a command, this book unravels the hidden la...

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Non Violence Gaming
November 3, 2025
touching while reading about touching
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