# Virtual Reality Armbands The 'UnlimitedHand' Allows Users to Physically Feel Virtual Reality By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-09-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feel-virtual-reality References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/3051459/this-unobtrusive-arm-band-lets-you-feel-virtual-reality-with-your-hands?partner=rss) & [unlimitedhand](http://unlimitedhand.com/) The 'UnlimitedHand' is a technologically integrative armband that allows users to physically feel virtual reality experiences through the sense of touch. While VR headsets allow users to visually immerse themselves in virtual environments, this armband further enhances their reality. The band reacts to users' arm movements in tandem with the visual scenes displayed. Instead of instinctively reaching a hand out only to feel thin air, this armband uses a [haptic sensor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hapticlabs) and [electronic muscle simulators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-emg-wristband) to send pulses that trigger feelings of resistance or even pain. The UnlimitedHand is conveniently integrative for developers, meaning that any 3D [virtual reality game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cogito-concept) or video can be easily connected to the armband by simply installing a plug-in for 'Unity.' The ability to feel virtual reality in a tactile way advances the potential of this technology in realms of video games, retail experiences and marketing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Virtual Reality Experiences:** The 'UnlimitedHand' armband allows users to physically feel virtual reality, enhancing immersive experiences. - **Haptic Technology:** The integration of haptic sensors and electronic muscle simulators in the 'UnlimitedHand' opens up opportunities for realistic touch sensations in virtual reality. - **Tactile Interaction:** The 'UnlimitedHand' enables users to interact with virtual environments through touch, creating more engaging and interactive experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Video Games:** The 'UnlimitedHand' armband disrupts the gaming industry by introducing a new level of physical interaction and immersion in virtual reality games. - **Retail Experiences:** By incorporating the 'UnlimitedHand' technology, retailers can create innovative and immersive shopping experiences that allow customers to virtually touch and feel products. - **Marketing:** The 'UnlimitedHand' armband offers marketers opportunities to create unique and memorable campaigns by incorporating tactile interactions in virtual reality advertisements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Haptic Feedback VR Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owo-vest.md) - [Tactile VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactglove.md) - [Reactive VR Glove Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-vr-senseglove.md) - [Haptic Feedback VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptx-g1.md) - [Responsive Feedback VR Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-vr-controller.md) - [Haptic VR Controller Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/senseglove-nova-2.md) - [Haptic Workout Gaming Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecsuit.md) - [Vibrational Gamer Belts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-audio-wearable.md) - [Virtual Reality Wrist Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vive-wrist-vr-tracker.md)