tangible devices

The tangible devices tag covers Microsoft Research’s exploration of small physical tools designed to support people with chronic illness who work from home on computers. The study focuses on how tangible objects might help address fluctuating health, attention, accessibility, and work needs—areas that conventional productivity software may not fully accommodate. Related coverage examines the research recruitment effort, which includes a survey, interview, workspace photos, and participant compensation. This tag is useful for readers following Microsoft’s work at the intersection of physical technology, inclusive workplace design, disability support, and the practical challenges of sustaining computer-based work with changing health conditions.