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# Hand Movement Music Devices
The 'GripBeats' Wearable Music Creator Turns Hands into an Instrument

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-11-19 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-music-creator
References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/wearable-music-creator/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gripbeats/gripbeats-the-multi-functional-wearable-musical-instrument?ref=54sxe9&utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow)

The 'GripBeats' wearable music creator is a different kind of musical instrument system that will enable users to transform their hand movements into audio feedback. The device can be customized to perform any style of music, sound or instrument which is achieved by simply moving the hand and pressing on the unit when affixed to the palm. The unit can even be used on a flat surface to act as a mini portable piano to maximize the functionality of the device for avid audio makers.

The 'GripBeats' wearable music creator connects to a computer or smart mobile device via Bluetooth and offers compatibility with an array of different apps. The accompanying GripBeats app can be used for virtual lessons and augmenting the gesture-to-music configurations.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.4/10
- Popularity: 52% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Wearable Music Creators:** The trend of wearable music creators allows users to transform hand movements into audio feedback, opening up new possibilities for creating music.
- **Gesture-to-music Technology:** Gesture-to-music technology is disrupting traditional music creation methods by enabling users to use their hand movements to control and create music.
- **Music-enabled Wearables:** The rise of music-enabled wearables offers users the ability to make music on the go, transforming any flat surface into a portable instrument.

### Where This Applies

- **Music Technology:** The music technology industry can capitalize on the wearable music creator trend by developing innovative devices and software that enhance the music creation experience.
- **Wearable Technology:** Wearable technology companies can explore the gesture-to-music technology trend and create new wearable devices that allow users to interact with music in unique ways.
- **Education Technology:** The education technology industry can leverage the GripBeats app and virtual lesson capabilities to create interactive music learning experiences for students.

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