# T-Shirt TV Controllers The Rebecca Albrand Remote Control T-Shirt By JDurhamII | Published 2011-03-16 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tshirt-remote-control-concept References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/a-t-shirt-to-control-your-television/) & [rebeccaalbrand](http://rebeccaalbrand.com/2011/01/23/wearable-technology/) Rebecca Albrand has come up a t-shirt that doubles as a universal remote. Made using [conductive thread](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuff-watch) as well as a circuit board that connects to with the soft switches, the [remote control t-shirt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/programmable-clothing) is all about connivence. Cell phone remote control applications exist already, but this invention is sparking interest in those fascinated with [technology and fashion integration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-smart-wristband). Using everyday attire as a platform to provide us with leverage during our day-to-day lives is something that people are starting to truly experiment with. What's interesting about this Rebecca Albrand invention is that the remote control capabilities that this shirt has are totally hidden to those unbeknownst of its power. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Conductive Thread Technology:** The use of conductive thread in clothing opens up opportunities for integrating technology into everyday attire. - **Fashion-tech Integration:** The combination of fashion and technology is a growing trend, allowing for innovative and functional clothing designs. - **Hidden Smart Capabilities:** The development of clothing with hidden smart features provides convenience and surprise for users. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore new avenues by incorporating technology into clothing designs, offering both style and functionality. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can develop smart wearable devices that integrate seamlessly into everyday clothing, enhancing user experience. - **Smart Home Automation:** The smart home automation industry can consider incorporating clothing as a control interface, providing a unique and convenient way for users to interact with their smart homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [T-Shaped Remote Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sightless-remote-control.md) - [Configurable Concave-Button Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-liza-remote.md) - [Intuitive Touchscreen Remote Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchsense-remote.md) - [Wearable Gesture Control Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-wearable-controller.md) - [Transforming TV Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/controller-and-remote.md) - [Universal Smart Remote Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-smart-remote-controller.md) - [Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-control-wearable-remote.md) - [ECG-Monitoring T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viscero-vest.md) - [Universal Smart Home Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-universal-remote.md)