The Macbook and Macbook Pro both have motion sensors in them to control the hardrive and other things when it’s moved about. Well some guys have been making use of this feature and writing funky little programs that do various tricks. Here are a couple of examples…
Bubblegym is a computer game controlled by tilting the PowerBook.
MacSaber is a program that generates the sound effects of a Star Wars light sabre based on the movement of the laptop. Gentle movements create the low hum and more sudden movements produce the electric crackle of two light sabres clashing. You can see this in action on YouTube.
A more practical motion sensor hack, called SmackBook Pro, allows you to switch between several virtual desktops by tapping the computer on one side or the other.
And for security, MacBook users can install iAlertU, a program that acts like a car’s security system. It arms using the MacBook remote control, making a chirping noise just like a car alarm. Once the system is set, moving the computer triggers the alarm, siren, flashing lights and all. The latest version also takes a picture of the thief and e-mails it to the laptop’s owner. I’ll definately be trying these out when I get home!
Via CBC
