# Glowing Musical Gloves Light Frequency Fingertips Turns Your Hands into Instruments By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-10-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-frequency-fingertips References: [gearfuse](http://www.gearfuse.com/light-frequency-fingertips-turn-your-fingers-into-an-orchastra/) & [robertmathy](http://www.robertmathy.com/lightfrequencyfingertips.html) The Light Frequency Fingertips by Robert Mathy is an inventive device that will change the face of music forever. The glove-like accessory consists of four [light transmitter caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuit-board-device) that transmit the light from [cell phones into sound](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artinoise-zefiro). Note and volume of the sounds made with the Light Frequency Fingertips depend on the strength of light coming from a mobile device. The result of this innovative project is a [digital alternative to playing instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-piano). **Implications** - Ever since the recent economic downturn, a large percentage of the population is forced to adapt a budget-conscious mentality. Businesses that offer clients affordable products that are capable of serving multiple functions will experience favorable results. Consumers looking to be cost-effective will flock to products that can be used in multiple ways. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Affordable Multi-functional Products:** Businesses that offer clients affordable products that are capable of serving multiple functions will experience favorable results. - **Digital Alternatives to Traditional Instruments:** The Light Frequency Fingertips provide a digital alternative to playing instruments, disrupting the music industry. - **Budget-conscious Consumer Trend:** Consumers looking to be cost-effective will flock to products that can be used in multiple ways. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The Light Frequency Fingertips highlight the opportunities in the consumer electronics industry for innovative and multi-functional accessories. - **Music:** The Light Frequency Fingertips disrupt the way music is played, offering a new digital alternative to traditional instruments. - **Budget-friendly Product Market:** The demand for affordable multi-functional products creates opportunities for companies in the budget-friendly product market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactile Interactive Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha.md) - [Hand-Sensing Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-airwave.md) - [Instant Music Sketchbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everglow.md) - [Compact Bio-Synth Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-scion.md) - [Visualized Music Display Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhythm-light.md) - [Illuminated Guitar-Learning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fret-zealot-2.md) - [Smartphone-Based Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artinoise-zefiro.md) - [Effect-Emitting Guitar Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-gadgets.md) - [Mobile Music Analysis Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-analysis-device.md)