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High-Tech Serenity Gardens

The 3G Zen Coffee Table is Mesmerizing to Watch

— February 9, 2012 — Tech
The 3G Zen coffee table is sure to wow guests, just don't be surprise if the conversation is somewhat lacking. Mesmerizing and addictive to watch, the 3G Zen coffee table is a must-have for every high-tech den. The player piano of zen gardens, the 3G Zen coffee table independently draws doodles and words in the sand that lies beneath a pane of tempered glass. Created by video game developer Simon Hallam, this fun piece of furniture will have your friends gawking.

The 3G Zen coffee table comes with an SD card containing a number of preset sculpting patterns. You can choose to purchase the optional 3G modem as well, so you can add to your collection. If you purchase now you are also entitled to the Android and iPhone app that is currently under development. The app will make it possible to write messages to the people at the table and create your own designs.

Dazzling, hypnotic and engaging, the 3G Zen coffee table is for tech enthusiasts.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Furniture - The 3G Zen coffee table's mesmerizing and engaging features suggest a trend towards furniture with interactive elements.
2. Artificial Intelligence in Home Decor - The 3G Zen coffee table's independent drawing capabilities highlight a trend towards integrating AI elements in home decor.
3. Gamification of Interior Design - The 3G Zen coffee table's origins in video game development suggest a trend towards integrating game mechanics into interior design.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers have the opportunity to innovate and incorporate interactive and AI elements into their products, as demonstrated by the 3G Zen coffee table.
2. Artificial Intelligence Development - The independent drawing capabilities of the 3G Zen coffee table demonstrate potential for AI development in the realm of interior design.
3. Gaming Industry - The 3G Zen coffee table exemplifies the opportunity for the gaming industry to branch out into the field of interior design and incorporate game mechanics in new and innovative ways.
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