The co-inventors have now formed a company called Fingerworks to make and market the smart pad system.

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The kit includes an Iris Hub, a motion sensor, a smart plug, a key pad, a range extender, a smart thermostat and two window, door and cabinet sensors.

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Yep, you can keep the multitouch gestures enabled since the pad is now smart enough to decipher between them and regular navigation strokes.

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For those looking for even greater flexibility and control of their Smart TV experience, Samsung's new Smart Wireless Keyboard (sold separately) features a standard-sized keyboard along with touch pad.

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