# Robotic Music Hands The Possessed Hand Plays Musical Instruments for You By Olivia123 | Published 2011-06-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/possessed-hand References: [geek](http://www.geek.com/articles/geek-cetera/possessedhand-teaches-you-to-play-an-instrument-evil-dead-style-20110627/) & [newscientist](http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg21028186.100-handhacking-lets-you-pluck-strings-like-a-musical-pro.html) Mozart would be rolling in his grave if he heard about the Possessed Hand. The Japanese Possessed Hand is a recent invention that aims to make [musical classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notewize-guitar-lessons) a lot easier. In fact, they might deem music classes obsolete. The Possessed Hand is comprised of a series of [electrical wires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bionic-hand) which are attached to specific areas of your arm. Once switched on, the electrical currents stimulate your muscles at specific times, causing your hand to clamp up. It shapes your hand in chord positions so that you instantly know how to [play instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmoni). This creepy Possessed Hand definitely won't have music teachers singing in joy. **Implications** - Citizens in urban societies live extremely fast-paced lives and find it difficult to alott time in their days for practicing new skills. These consumers seek products that will allow them to learn new tasks, but in a very quick manner. Companies can manufacture these innovative products to appeal to busy demographics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Quick Skill Learning:** Innovative products that allow for fast skill acquisition appeal to busy consumers. - **Electro-muscle Stimulation:** Using electrical currents to stimulate muscles for specific tasks offers disruptive innovation opportunities. - **Automated Music Education:** Utilizing technology to replace traditional music classes presents opportunities for disruption in the education industry. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers can develop new products using electro-muscle stimulation technology for quick skill learning. - **Fitness and Wellness:** Companies in the fitness industry can explore applications of electro-muscle stimulation for muscle training and rehabilitation. - **Education Technology:** Developing automated music education solutions could revolutionize the way music is taught in schools and learning institutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Driven Robot Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-glove-1.md) - [AI-Powered Piano Learning Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-ai-music-coach.md) - [Button-Activated Guitar Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockdreamer-guitarbar.md) - [AI-Powered Piano Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-piano-system.md) - [Talking Robotic Pianos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chopstix.md) - [Engaging Musical Humanoid Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-robot-concept.md) - [Tactile Interactive Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha.md) - [Connected Musical Chord Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chord-machine-akt01.md) - [Mobile Music Analysis Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-analysis-device.md)