The Wayband haptic navigation wristband is a personal navigation wearable for users in need of an eyes and ears-free way to follow directions when going about their daily routine. The wearable features a subtle design to not stand out too much on the wrist, but will work with the accompanying smartphone app to provide vibrational feedback according to directions. This will enable those who have limited sight, who are blind, who are hard-of-hearing or deaf to make their way to a destination in an intuitive manner.
The Wayband haptic navigation wristband works with a monthly or yearly subscription to access the brand's accompanying navigation app. The device takes a more inclusive approach to navigation that could greatly enhance the capabilities of many users.
Haptic Navigation Wristbands
The Wayband is Hand and Eyes-Free for Intuitive Navigation
Trend Themes
1. Haptic Wearables - The development of haptic navigation technology in wearables presents opportunities for further adaption in other personal devices.
2. Inclusive Navigation - The emergence of navigational tools that cater to individuals who are visually, hearing, or mobility impaired highlights opportunities for more inclusive design in technology.
3. Subscription-based Navigation Services - The creation of Wayband's monthly/yearly subscription service for access to their navigation app displays an innovative business model for personalized navigation technology.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - The haptic navigation wristband's inclusive design could be applied to other assistive technology such as personalized hearing aids or wearable mobility aids.
2. Mobile Technology - The development of haptic navigational systems for mobile technology could be expansive, catering to a variety of industries such as travel and tourism.
3. Health Technology - The Wayband's haptic navigation and subscription model could be adopted for use in medication reminders or personal biometric monitoring for health professionals.