Why bother pushing buttons to answer calls on your Bluetooth headset when you can use something like the Jawbone Era?
There are a lot of amazing headsets on the market, but the Jawbone Era is the first to have a built-in accelerometer. In other words, this gadget is motion-sensitive and will respond if you tap it or shake it like a maraca. Other features of the piece include a 10 mm speaker and background noise eliminating technology. The Jawbone Era is available for $129.
Motion-Sensitive Headsets
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Trend Themes
1. Motion-sensitive Wearables - There is an opportunity for the development of other wearables beyond headsets that have built-in motion-sensitivity technology.
2. Gesture-based Controls - Incorporating motion-sensitive technology in other devices like home audio systems, thermostats, and even cars can provide hands-free gesture-based controls for everyday tasks.
3. Body-mapping Technology - The use of accelerometers and motion sensors can pave the way for the development of body-mapping technology in the healthcare industry as well as in sports and fitness applications.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Motion-sensitive technology can be applied to other consumer electronics devices like smartwatches, fitness trackers, and even smartphones.
2. Automotive - The implementation of motion-sensitive technology can be utilized in cars as a more natural approach to gesture-based controls.
3. Healthcare - Incorporating body-mapping technology in health monitoring devices can provide more accurate diagnostics and better treatment options for patients.