Jinsun Park and Seonkeun Park of Samsung Art & Design Institute (South Korea) came up with this great gadget called the Maptor, an ingenious combination of a map and projector that (predictably) projects the desired map onto any surface.
It’s small (lipstick size) and discreet enough to look at the map and be on your way in a few seconds. (Who? Me? Lost? ... No way!) Another great feature is that Maptor has a GPS included, so when you look at the map there will be a big red arrow on the map that points to your current location.
If you are a man and you hate asking for directions (like me), this tool is just what the doctor ordered.
Projecting Maps
The Maptor Shines On a Wall to Show You the Way
Trend Themes
1. Miniature Projectors - Developing smaller, more discreet projectors to display information on any surface.
2. Integrated GPS - Combining GPS technology with everyday objects to provide relevant, location-based information.
3. Navigation Technology - Creating tools to make navigation more intuitive and user-friendly for individuals.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Designing gadgets with innovative features that enhance the user's experience with common devices.
2. Travel and Tourism - Developing navigation tools that are especially useful for people in unfamiliar places or for people with certain needs (e.g. language barriers).
3. Education and Training - Incorporating navigation tools into training programs or for interactive educational experiences.