The iThreeSixty beanie is a clear cut example of when style interrupts function. Not to say that it wouldn’t be sweet to show everyone your playlist while you are cruising down the mountain, but what happens when you want to change a song? Unless they can get it to skip to the next jam when you wink or twitch your nose, this hat may have to go back to the drawing board.
I love the idea though. Snowboarders (like me) and skiers alike always appreciate innovative new ways to integrate music. Check out more on the iThreeSixty beanie by following the links below.
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The iThreeSixty Beanie... At Least its Heart is in the Right Place
Trend Themes
1. Integrative Wearables - The iThreeSixty beanie shows potential for the integration of wearable technology in clothing and accessories for recreational activities.
2. Gesture-based Controls - Implementing gesture-based controls in wearable technology could solve the issue of changing songs on the iThreeSixty beanie.
3. Fashion Meets Function - The demand for fashionable wearable technology products continues to grow, creating opportunities for innovative designs like the iThreeSixty beanie.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Apparel - Outdoor apparel companies can explore incorporating wearable technology into their products to enhance the customer experience.
2. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can continue developing gesture-based controls for wearable technology to improve ease of use.
3. Fashion Accessories - Fashion accessory companies can capitalize on the growing demand for fashion-meets-function products and develop their own variations of the iThreeSixty beanie.