The jOG-S21 is a peripheral that attaches to your PS2 or Wii and takes over the joystick. There’s a separate jOG clip that you attach to your waistband, and from that point forward your character on the screen only moves when you jog in place. Every Wii gamer knows that while you can certainly swing, box or jog in place at your television, you can also control game movements with a flick of the wrist--a far less strenuous option. The jOG-S21 aims to circumvent such cheating.
According to the jOG-S21 website, "jOG measures the steps you take and translates them to movement on screen." This makes me wonder if more vigorous jogging allows your character to move faster.
Forced Gamercizing
With jOG-S21, Your Character Doesn't Move Until You Do (CES 2009)
Trend Themes
1. Gamified Fitness - The jOG-S21 demonstrates a trend towards gamification of fitness activities, turning exercise into a game-like experience.
2. Real-time Sensor Tracking - jOG-S21 makes use of sensor technology to track physical movements in real time, creating opportunities for more immersive gaming experiences.
3. Interactive Gaming Accessories - The jOG-S21 represents a growing trend of interactive accessories for gaming consoles, providing new opportunities for innovation in the gaming industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness Tracking - jOG-S21 utilizes technology that could be adapted for fitness tracking devices, creating innovation opportunities for the fitness industry.
2. Gaming - The jOG-S21 is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the gaming industry, creating more immersive and interactive gaming experiences.
3. Wearable Tech - The jOG-S21's clip-on technology provides a potential opportunity for future developments in wearable tech and interactive accessories.