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Smart Fingerless Mittens

The Etre ‘Touchy' Gloves are Compatible with Devices

— December 28, 2011 — Fashion
The Etre Touchy gloves are missing fabric for the thumb and index fingertips to let people use their phones and favorite gadgets with ease. These sophisticated hand warmers are designed to keep extremities protected while allowing electronic device fanatics to keep connected with the tech world.

Available in wool, leather and cashmere, these gloves can be used in pretty much any device you can think of. They even serve a social purpose as blind people can wear them and also read braille. If you find gloves annoying because they stop individuals from doing many activities like eating or tying knots, then the Etre Touchy gloves are perfect for you.

The only drawback I can think about this product is what will happen to the unprotected fingertips during a long period of time exposed to the cold? However, if you are a social media addict, the Etre Touchy gloves will make life easier during winter.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Wearable Accessories - The integration of technology in conventional products is revolutionizing wearable accessories and creating opportunities for innovation in fashion and crafts.
2. Touch-screen Compatible Fabrics - Touch-screen compatible fabrics are the future of digital devices and there is a huge potential for technology companies to develop new materials or collaborate with fashion brands.
3. Assistive Technology Clothing - The growth of assistive technology products for differently-abled people creates opportunities for design innovations, user interface and UX research and development.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry has huge potential in creating touchscreen-compatible fabric and other wearable technology innovations.
2. Technology - Technology companies can collaborate with textile manufacturers to create smart fabrics or develop new wearable technology accessories such as the Etre Touchy gloves.
3. Healthcare - Assistive technology clothing for differently-abled people can be a game changer in the healthcare industry, creating opportunities for device manufacture and installation, and UX research and development.
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