That's what Microsoft's research group said Tuesday as it kicked off the , an annual gathering of research scientists at Microsoft's Redmond, Wash., headquarters.

FROM THE LABS:

"In the months and years to come, a growing number of Microsoft products will recognize voices and gestures, read facial expressions and make computing easier, more intuitive and more productive," Microsoft said.

Microsoft Research "is working closely with Microsoft business units to develop new products" using technology similar to the natural user interface exhibited by Kinect, the company said. "Computers are moving rapidly toward ... interfaces that are more intuitive, that are easier to use, and that adapt to human habits and wishes, rather than forcing humans to adapt to computers."

Several of the take advantage of natural user interfaces.