Using RDF Data as Basis for 3D Window Management in Mobile Devices

Computer users are commonly familiar with the WIMP (Windows, Icons, Menus and Pointing device) paradigm that has been the dominant design for decades. Despite its common use, the WIMP paradigm has a fundamental problem: it clutters the precious screen space with a plethora of open windows. The cluttering becomes an even bigger problem when using mobile devices that have smaller screens than conventional computers. Furthermore, accuracy issues commonly arise with touch screens. In this paper, we are introducing a 3D window manager for mobile devices which aims at solving the above issues by providing simple yet powerful interaction mechanisms and graphics as well as the use of only RDF data instead of application specific content. For improved user experience the user interface has been designed with playful use in mind, and this gives the system unique look and feel.