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Aluminum Braille Timepieces

The 'Dot Watch' is a Light Watch That Tells Time Through Touch

— September 29, 2016 — Tech
The original 'Dot Watch' brought about a new way for the visually impaired to tell time, and the latest iteration looks to continue this legacy with a light watch that's more dynamic than ever.

Priced at $290, the 'Dot Watch' is crafted from 6,000 series aluminum, which enables the watch to weigh just 33-grams. The dynamic smartwatch displays braille numbers that react according to the time of day. This makes the timepiece a stylish yet useful piece of technology that can enable the visually impaired to partake in the simple act of keeping time on one's wrist.

The light watch features a fashionable yet comfortable leather band in one of three color options (black, white or tan) and can connect wirelessly to smartphones that are running either iOS or Android. The 'Dot Watch' is set to be available soon with preorders currently being taken.
Trend Themes
1. Dynamic Braille Technology - There is an opportunity for innovation in creating more advanced braille technology that can adapt to dynamic changes in real-time.
2. Inclusive Wearable Technology - Developing wearable devices that cater to the needs of visually impaired individuals can create a more inclusive and accessible technology market.
3. Smartwatches for Accessibility - As the demand for accessible technology grows, there is an opportunity to design smartwatches specifically tailored to the visually impaired community.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - The field of assistive technology can explore new innovations to enhance the lives of visually impaired individuals.
2. Wearable Technology - Wearable technology companies can focus on creating inclusive designs and features that prioritize accessibility for all users.
3. Fashion Technology - Fashion brands can collaborate with technology companies to create stylish wearable devices that serve as assistive tools for the visually impaired.
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