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Opter Pose is a new smart necklace

Posted by Jack on in crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, Electronic Gadgets, indiegogo, opter, opter pose, pose, smart necklace

opterWearable technology has been rather limited in its functionality and form factor for two obvious reasons: a whole lot of things that the average smartphone is able to deliver, and also the lack of a powerful battery in a small form factor to deliver a multi-functional wearable device. The Opter Pose would like to offer a new take on the wearable technology market, being a brand new smart necklace that will launch as an Indiegogo project this October 3rd. The Opter Pose prides itself in being a fashionable alternative to the basic plastic wristband, so much so that Forbes has even deemed it to be “the new must-have in wearable tech.”

The Opter Pose comes across as a designer unisex necklace and clip, where it will be able to vibrate gently should you be slouching for a far longer period than you are supposed to, being a good reminder for you to remain confident while standing tall. Being different from other kinds of posture-correcting devices, the Opter Pose boasts of a battery life that is able to go beyond the seven day period, now how about that for longevity? Not only that, it also features a bunch of other functions that can be accessed via its companion smartphone app.

UV sensing capability will let it monitor the amount of time spent in the sun, while the presence of blue light sensing enables it to recommend different light levels so that you can be at your productive best all day round, as well as getting the right kind of sleep quality. Other that that, it is also able to track your steps, amount of exercise taken in, and sleep quality, helping to reduce sedentary time by intelligently reminding you to move if you’ve been still for too long. It should retail for $120 when released commercially.

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Palmzi intends to correct poor posture while using smartphones

Posted by Jack on in crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, iPhone Gadgets, Kickstarter, palmzi, palmzi tripod, Tripod

palmziThe proliferation of mobile device usage among the masses has long passed the critical mass. In fact, just about everyone has a smartphone these days, unless you happen to live in a really far off area that still relies on dumbphones to get the job done. One thing about smartphones that we all love would be its versatility in capability. It not only doubles up as a primary communications device while we are on the move, it is also a nifty portable office, is full well capable of functioning as a portable media player, and works great as a navigation device. With these features in mind, many of us tend to bend over or develop a very poor posture when using our smartphones, and Palmzi is an upcoming accessory that intends to reverse that trend.

Palmzi claims to be the first ergonomic posture correcting accessory that has been developed especially for mobile devices, but how does it back up its claim of functionality? It basically add comfort and convenience to the mobile use experience like a tripod of sorts, hence serving up a solution to prevent and treat negative effects which arise from our smartphone use. Also described to be the first ergonomic palm support for mobile devices in the world that arrives in a stable, lightweight, foldable design, the benefits of using Palmzi are numerous.

For starters, it will help to raise your mobile device to a safe, comfortable, eye-level distance — sort of like a tripod. This will in turn help to correct poor posture instantly, while it also does its bit to reduce neck pain as well as stiffness that has been associated with mobile phone usage, and this condition is also otherwise known as “text neck”. It has been built to be lightweight and portable, and yet is also durable enough to be brought around with you just about everywhere. Certainly the 21st century road warrior would do well to check out Palmzi when it is available, expected to arrive at the end of the year.

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Nuguna Neckband is an environmental awareness device

Posted by Jack on in crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, Electronic Gadgets, Kickstarter, Medical Gadgets, neckband, nuguna, nuguna neckband

nugunaNow here is a wearable device that will certainly change the way you view things — the Nuguna Neckband. This is no ordinary piece of neckband, but rather, it is an environmental awareness device that could very well be the first of its kind. The Nuguna Neckband has already surpassed its Kickstarter funding goal, and is more than ready to meet whatever orders that come its way. Specially designed for those who have hearing loss, the Nuguna Neckband is a device that is worn around the neck. Whenever there is a high-pitched sound that happens around the wearer, the device will alert them to the sound’s direction.

The whole idea of the Nuguna Neckband is to make the world a better place. Ergonomically designed and lightweight in nature, the Nuguna Neckband will sit comfortably around the neck even when worn for long periods of time. This is a far more attractive proposition to those who do not use a hearing aid, and yet want to continue to remain alert through the device’s sound detection and vibration signals.

There are two models of the Nuguna Neckband to choose from. The first is the Nuguna Neckband Off, or NNF-001, where it can detect high pitched sounds while alerting the wearer to their directions. The second is the Nuguna Neckband On, model number NNO-001, where it will work in tandem with a mobile application. This mobile app will allow the user to easily change it vibration configurations, receive alerts of phone calls, social media notifications, and even set an alarm clock using the device’s vibrations.

Apart from that, the Nuguna Neckband On can also be used on its own to independently detect sounds should the app be turned off, or when there is no available connection. Apart from that, the Nuguna Neckband On can even receive natural disaster alerts (earthquakes, tornadoes and others) depending on information provided by the USGS (United States Geological Survey). Pretty neat, right?

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Tamaggo 360LiveCam lets you share life’s moments in style

Posted by Jack on in 360livecam, Audio/Video Gadgets, crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, Kickstarter, tamago, tamago 360livecam, tamago 360livecam action camera, tamago 360livecam camera

tamaggo-360livecamForget about the usual digital camera when it comes to the next family gathering or celebration. You might want to settle for something more fun, or perhaps more interesting in the form of the Tamaggo 360LiveCam. With the Tamaggo 360LiveCam, you can share life’s awesome moments with those whom you hold close and dear through immersive 360° photos as well as videos, and all of it will be in real time with a single click!

Pre-orders for the Tamaggo 360LiveCam are already available on Kickstarter for a special offer price of $299 a pop. This is the perfect example of how the early bird will be able to get the worm, where the recommended retail price stands at $449 apiece. Not only will you be able to enjoy a 33% discount, you will also have the distinction of being the first batch of Tamaggo 360LiveCam users to share your precious moments with family and friends on the spot. A single click is all that it takes for live sharing or on-demand video through direct weblinks or social networks, regardless of where you are.

It is also pretty much dummy-proof, since there is no need for any kind of framing, rotating, stitching or stabilizing. Click to share, and you are good to go! It certainly allows family members and friends to experience what you are seeing in real-time, although technology has not advanced far enough to transport smells and sensation through the computer. Sporting a sleek and iconic design that is integrated within a self-standing ring, you do not have to hold it in your hand. All that you need to do is to place the Tamaggo 360LiveCam down, allow it to capture the entire scene, and let other people join you from afar.

You can tell the amount of work put in by the Swiss craftsmanship, as there is a high level of functionality and design involved. After all, the Tamaggo 360LiveCam’s sleek egg shape will fit ergonomically in the hand and boasts of an intuitive touchscreen. This is definitely not your regular action camera!

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