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Decibel-Monitoring Watches

The Kisai OTO Reacts to Changes in Sound

— February 16, 2013 — Fashion
Samuel Jerichow is the designer behind the newest Tokyoflash watch, the Kisai OTO. The OTO is an LCD watch that responds to changes in the level of noise. Like recent Tokyoflash watches, the Kisai OTO is both deceptively easy to read and was a submission to the company’s design blog.

Reading the Kisai OTO is simple. All you need to do is look at the two rows of numbers on the left side. These tell you the hours and the minutes; the seconds are shown on the right side of the watch. The bars on the watch change in response to the level of noise near the watch, however, this can be turned off if it becomes annoying.

The Kisai OTO comes in several different colors and is available now.
Trend Themes
1. Noise-sensing Watches - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a watch that not only tells time but also monitors noise levels, providing users with a real-time indication of their acoustic environment.
2. Deceptively Simple Watch Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a watch with a minimalist design that is easy to read and appeals to consumers seeking elegance and simplicity.
3. Customizable LCD Watch Displays - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a watch that allows users to personalize and modify the appearance of the LCD display, offering a unique and tailored user experience.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of advanced sensors and functionalities into wearable devices, such as watches, to enhance user experiences and cater to specific needs.
2. Fashion and Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion-forward designs with technological advancements to create innovative accessories that merge style and functionality, attracting fashion-conscious consumers.
3. Smart Home Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate noise-sensing capabilities into smart home systems to provide users with insights on sound levels within their living spaces, enabling them to optimize their environment for comfort and productivity.
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