# Haptic Feedback VR Wearables The Conceptual 'Waveform' Haptic Wearable by Kyle Hamm is Immersive By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-01-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-wearable References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/01/18/this-haptic-wearable-brings-physical-touch-to-audio-for-an-immersive-multimedia-experience/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [kylehamm.design](https://kylehamm.design/waveform) The conceptual 'Waveform' haptic wearable is the design work of Kyle Hamm and identifies what could be done to make virtual reality (VR) experiences even more immersive without the need for oversized or cumbersome equipment. The wearable features an over-the-shoulders design that would deliver haptic feedback to the user on both sides of their chest as well as the upper back. This is done in a relatively discreet, lightweight manner in order to not interfere with the user when wearing a VR headset. The conceptual 'Waveform' haptic wearable features a spring-loaded design to help it perfectly fit the contours of the user's body and would drastically enhance the user experience when gaming or simply watching movies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Haptic Feedback Technology:** Opportunity for immersive VR experiences without bulky equipment. - **Wearable Entertainment:** Innovative technology for gaming and movie-watching experiences. - **Personalized Wearable Technology:** Potential for haptic wearables to fit the contours of any user's body. ### Who This Affects Most - **Entertainment:** Haptic wearables offer opportunity for immersive gaming and movie-watching experiences. - **Technology:** Personalized and innovative haptic wearables are potential disruptors in the tech industry. - **Fitness:** Haptic wearable technology can be integrated for interactive and personalized workout experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Audio-Detecting Haptic Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skinetic.md) - [Vibrational Gamer Belts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-audio-wearable.md) - [Haptic Feedback VR Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owo-vest.md) - [Realistic Weaponry Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vir-controller.md) - [Haptic Response Gamer Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owo-haptic-vest.md) - [Collaborative Haptic Feedback Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subpac-beat-saber.md) - [Human-Computer Interaction Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech-at-meta.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)