The Frebbie Lets You Hold Your Loved One's Hand from Afar
Rahul Kalvapalle — June 26, 2014 — Lifestyle
References: kickstarter & gizmag
The Frebble is an ingenious new device that helps loved ones experience the sensation of squeezing each other's hands even if they are far away from each other.
The Frebble is a hook-shaped contraption that the users holds in his or her while chatting with a loved one over video. The device detects squeezes, and applies the pressure on the back side of the other user's device, simulating the feeling of holding hands.
Each Frebble is equipped with a pair of pressure sensors and two vibrating motors that work to enhance feedback. Bluetooth capability allows it to connect to computers wirelessly.
The developers of Frebble have taken to the crowdfunding website Kickstarter to fund the production and distribution of the device.
The Frebble is a hook-shaped contraption that the users holds in his or her while chatting with a loved one over video. The device detects squeezes, and applies the pressure on the back side of the other user's device, simulating the feeling of holding hands.
Each Frebble is equipped with a pair of pressure sensors and two vibrating motors that work to enhance feedback. Bluetooth capability allows it to connect to computers wirelessly.
The developers of Frebble have taken to the crowdfunding website Kickstarter to fund the production and distribution of the device.
Trend Themes
1. Intimacy-providing Gadgets - The development of gadgets like the Frebble shows a growing trend towards technology that enhances intimacy in long-distance relationships.
2. Haptic Feedback Technology - The use of haptic feedback technology in devices like the Frebble opens up opportunities for immersive experiences in various industries, such as gaming and virtual reality.
3. Crowdfunding for Product Development - The success of the Frebble on Kickstarter highlights the trend of using crowdfunding platforms as a means to fund and bring innovative products to market.
Industry Implications
1. Long-distance Relationships - The Frebble and similar devices have the potential to disrupt the long-distance relationship industry by providing a tangible way for couples to emotionally connect even when physically apart.
2. Gaming - The incorporation of haptic feedback technology in gaming controllers and VR devices can revolutionize the gaming industry, creating more immersive and realistic gaming experiences.
3. Product Development - The rise of crowdfunding platforms as a funding source offers new opportunities for product developers to bring innovative and niche gadgets, like the Frebble, to market without relying solely on traditional investors or banks.
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