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3D-Printed Smart Wearables

Arduboy's Ö Bluetooth Ring Boasts a Digital Clock Display

— March 17, 2015 — Tech
The Ö Bluetooth Ring by Arduboy is a 3D-printed wearable device that boasts a digital clock display. With the rising popularity of fitness-focused and body-monitoring devices like the Apple Watch and the Fitbit, this tech prototype offers convenience from an ultra-small screen.

The chic wearable boasts a 3D-printed design and is a bluetooth ring that doesn't skip out on sleek style. The device uses bluetooth to receive notifications from one's phone and lets users reply to outstanding texts, emails and social media communication.

Arduboy's device is entirely 3D-printed, minus its electronic elements that include an OLED screen and a power bar that features up to four hours of battery life. Keeping users up to date, this accessory reduces one's need to check their smartphone obsessively and keeps one informed in a less invasive way.
Trend Themes
1. 3d-printed Wearable Tech - The rise of 3D printing offers opportunities for innovative wearable tech designs and customization.
2. Smart Jewelry - Wearable smart jewelry combines fashion and technology, and offers opportunities to create unique and stylish accessories with advanced functionalities.
3. Connected Accessories - There is a growing trend towards connected accessories that allow users to stay connected without having to constantly check their phones.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion industry can explore opportunities to integrate 3D printing with smart wearables to create unique and customizable accessories.
2. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics industry can focus on developing smart jewelry that merge functionality with aesthetics to appeal to fashion-conscious consumers.
3. Communication and Connectivity - Communication and connectivity industry can explore opportunities to design connected accessories that offer more user-friendly ways to stay connected without distractions.
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