Play Pong in your clothes
TechnoGadget — February 8, 2007 — Tech
References: technovelgy
Max Moswitzer and Magarete Jahrmann of the Ludic Society embedded the classic game pong into a dress and they've called it the Pong Dress.
Implications - That's right, the classic game is actually a fully functioning part of this dress. With a five by seven LED screen integrated in the Pong Dress, the wearer and a friend are able to move the paddles up and down as the ball, a singular pixel, bounces back and forth. To get your old school gaming fix, two retro controllers are plugged in at hip level. What is even more entertaining is the light-up score display on the chest that blinks every time a player scores a goal.
Implications - That's right, the classic game is actually a fully functioning part of this dress. With a five by seven LED screen integrated in the Pong Dress, the wearer and a friend are able to move the paddles up and down as the ball, a singular pixel, bounces back and forth. To get your old school gaming fix, two retro controllers are plugged in at hip level. What is even more entertaining is the light-up score display on the chest that blinks every time a player scores a goal.
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Integrated Wearable Technology — The Pong Dress demonstrates the trend of integrating technology into clothing for interactive and functional purposes.
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Interactive Fashion — The Pong Dress showcases the trend of creating fashionable garments that offer interactive experiences and entertainment.
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Retro Gaming Revival — The Pong Dress taps into the trend of bringing back and reimagining classic video games in unique and unexpected ways.
Industry Implications
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Fashion/tech Collaboration — The Pong Dress presents an opportunity for collaboration between the fashion and technology industries to create innovative and interactive garments.
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Entertainment Technology — The Pong Dress highlights the potential for integrating technology into entertainment industry products to enhance interactive experiences.
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Retro Gaming Merchandise — The Pong Dress opens up a market for retro gaming merchandise that combines fashion and gaming elements for a unique consumer experience.
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