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Multi-Sensory Remote Communication

Nokia Scentsory Phone

— February 7, 2008 — Unique
Finally - a phone that offers a really unique design instead of just more diamonds. This is a concept phone by Nokia called the Scentsory and it is fascinating.

It evokes the human senses of sight, sound, touch and even smell for a multi-sensory experience. If the concept goes into production, this phone could truly revolutionize remote communication and interfacing. The dual-screen mobile has a LED touchpad, speakers, hidden camera and temperature sensors.

"In addition to basic audiovisual features, Scentsory is able to detect, transmit and emit smells," Tuvie explains. "It can also radiate colours, lighting, and temperature from the caller's environment."

"Using highly sophisticated sensors, the electronic 'nose' samples the odour of the caller's environs and transmits this to the recipient electronically. Scientists have found that a distinct genetic pattern is associated with every odour, so it is simply a matter of matching electrical harmonics with gene activity. This way, the perception of a smell by electrical stimulation could be technologically induced," the blog explained further.

Just by looking at the pictures you can see how the features will work and how useful this design can really be. I hope this makes it to market soon. The design is by Kimberly Hu.


Trend Themes
1. Multi-sensory Communication - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new ways to enhance remote communication by incorporating multiple senses such as sight, sound, touch, and smell.
2. Sensory Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of incorporating sensory technology, including temperature sensors and electronic 'noses,' into various consumer products.
3. Enhanced User Experience - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative designs that not only prioritize functionality but also prioritize creating immersive and multi-sensory user experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new and exciting features in the mobile phone industry that go beyond the traditional audiovisual capabilities.
2. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sensory technology into consumer electronics, such as smart home devices and wearables, to provide enhanced user experiences.
3. Product Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative product design concepts that prioritize multi-sensory experiences and incorporate elements such as LED touchpads and hidden cameras.
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