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Internet-Connected Jewelry

The Mota Smartring Sends Notifications to Wearers Via Vibrations

— September 3, 2014 — Fashion
The MOTA smartring is an ingenious net-connected ring -- produced by consumer wearable electronics company MOTA -- that updates its wearer when they receive calls, text messages and social media notifications. The ring notifies wearers of updates by delivering light vibrations to their finger. The ring has a screen that allows you to scroll through your alerts to see if there's anything particularly important. The ring also displays the time and temperature.

The MOTA smartring's wearable technology syncs with a companion smartphone app, making it easy for you to stay connected even when you're not physically near your cellphone.

The smart ring is available in midnight black or pearl white, and is being displayed at IFA 2014 in Berlin.



Photo Credits: designboom, mota
Trend Themes
1. Internet-connected Jewelry - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create more advanced and stylish internet-connected jewelry that offers additional functionalities beyond notifications.
2. Wearable Technology - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop new wearable technology devices that can seamlessly sync with smartphones and enhance connectivity.
3. Smart Accessories - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore the potential of smart accessories that provide real-time updates and personalized information to users.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Revolutionize the consumer electronics industry by integrating smart features into wearable devices like rings, bracelets, and necklaces.
2. Fashion Technology - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Merge fashion and technology by creating a new market for stylish wearable tech accessories that cater to fashion-conscious consumers.
3. Mobile Communication - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Drive innovation in the mobile communication industry by developing innovative products that enhance user experience and keep people connected.
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