Computer Prototype

Scenario

The scenario for Teleport is described in detail in GR2 - Initial Designs.

System / Software Requirements

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For "Teleport Me" function to work, the Google Earth Browser Plugin must be installed. (If the plugin is not found, you the user will be prompted).

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For "Video Chat" to work properly, your browser must support HTML5 and a webcam/microphone must be installed.

Using the Prototype

Start the prototype by following this URL: Teleport

The design prototype should display well for a wide range of screen resolutions.

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• All data (tweet streams, contacts, notification history) is canned
• Cannot teleport to places other than M.I.T.Location of "Teleport Me" fixed to MIT.
• In order to use the keyboard controls for first-person "Teleport Me" navigator, the user must first focus the mouse on the map's container by clicking it.Video chat is non-functional.
• Text chat is non-functional.