It's easy to not take the iTie seriously, but you absolutely should. Designer Tomislav Zvonaric has created what may be the world's first smart tie, which is able to change its look, access apps and video chat. While all of that may sound far-fetched, remember that there was a time when Google Glass didn't exist.
The iTie is a bit more of a leap than Google Glass was, but Zvonaric's design would actually be pretty useful. For starters, the ability to change the pattern of your tie on the fly would do wonders when it comes to clearing closet space and color coordination. It would also be nice to have the option to read your email simply by turning over your tie. Here's hoping Zvonaric has designed the iTie to be waterproof.
Tech-Savvy Neckties
The iTie from Tomislav Zvonaric Can Check Email and Instantly Change Color
Trend Themes
1. Smart Clothing Accessories - With the emergence of iTie, clothing accessory manufacturers could begin producing smart accessories such as belts, socks and hats.
2. Wearable Technology Integration - The integration of wearable technology into clothing accessories could lead to the development of innovative products that provide convenience and utility to consumers.
3. Augmented Reality Fashion - Augmented reality technology, combined with smart clothing accessories like iTie, could create new opportunities for fashion by allowing wearers to change the pattern and design of their clothes on the fly.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessory Manufacturing - As smart clothing accessories become more widely adopted, manufacturers in the fashion accessory industry could benefit from producing these innovative products.
2. Tech and Wearable Device Manufacturing - Incorporating wearable technology into clothing accessories opens up opportunities for tech and wearable device manufacturers to create new, innovative products.
3. Virtual and Augmented Reality - The emergence of augmented reality fashion, combined with smart clothing accessories like iTie, could create new opportunities for the virtual and augmented reality industry.