Microsoft tries to reinvent sports autographs, but can a digital signature replace good old-fashioned ink?
Microsoft wants to change how sports fans think about autographs. The tech giant this weekend unveiled “Social Autograph,” a new concept that digitizes an age-old art form — traditionally created with pen and paper — by taking advantage of the company’s Surface tablet and Windows inking technology. Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, a long-time Microsoft spokesman, showed off the first-ever “Social Autograph” while appearing on Conan O’Brien’s late night show. Had a blast stopping by @ConanOBrien today. Hooked him up with the first ever Social Autograph on a @Surface #MicrosoftNFL pic.twitter.com/IweAhy8VOu — Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) February 1, 2017 Microsoft also invited Saints quarterback Drew Brees,… Read More