About Products Markets Technology Resources Support what is haptics? who's using haptics? about immersion work with us. What is Haptics? “Haptics” is the study of touch. Haptic effects (also known as touch or tactile feedback) are produced by actuators, such as motors, which are built into devices to create vibrations. These actuators are combined with Immersion software to create haptic sensations, like the feel of a button “click” when you press a virtual button. Haptics provide a sense of realism and improve the user experience, and are found in consumer devices like mobile phones, tablets, and gaming controllers. Learn More ► News & Events Blog Careers Developers Legal| Privacy Policy| Sitemap Copyright 2015 Immersion Corporation. All rights reserved.