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Inconspicuous Phone Designs

The Phone Glove is an Interesting Step Towards Wearable Technology

— June 29, 2013 — Tech
The 'Talk to Hand' glove is a new design concept in the area of wearable technology.

How many times has someone told you to "Talk to the hand?" Probably not a lot of people, since it's an outdated term of insult, but if someone does say that to you then the Talk to Hand mobile phone gloves are the perfect comeback tool for that insult. Designer Sean Miles is the man behind the invention of this glove. Companies are exploring the avenues of wearable technology, so it only seems appropriate that an Inspector Gadget-like tool be created.

The prototype glove is Bluetooth-enabled, charged via a USB and works with conjunction with a mobile phone. To operate the glove phone you'll have to talk into the pinkie end of the glove and listen through the thumb.
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Phone Technology - The 'Talk to Hand' glove represents a trend in wearable phone technology, merging fashion and functionality.
2. Bluetooth-enabled Gloves - The Bluetooth-enabled feature of the 'Talk to Hand' glove opens up opportunities for innovation in wireless communication.
3. Hands-free Communication - The glove's design enables hands-free communication, demonstrating a trend towards convenience and multi-tasking.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Accessories - The fashion industry has the opportunity to incorporate wearable phone technology into their designs, creating a new market segment.
2. Mobile and Communication - The 'Talk to Hand' glove presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for mobile and communication companies, who can explore new ways to incorporate gloves into their product offerings.
3. Electronics and Gadgets - The emergence of Bluetooth-enabled gloves opens up avenues for the electronics and gadgets industry to develop advanced wearable devices.
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