Work Club, Cutecirctuit, and Ballantine’s have combined their resources to create a prototype for what they hope will become the world’s first commercially available programmable T-shirt.
The current prototype has been created to explain their concept in detail and is fitted with a LED display, camera, microphone, speaker, and accelerometer, together with a small processor that can link to your smartphone’s beefier processor for extra power when required. Watch the video after the jump to see the TshirtOS concept explained and the prototype in action.
Innovative Features of TshirtOS
The TshirtOS is not just a piece of clothing; it is a wearable technology marvel. The LED display allows users to showcase custom messages, animations, or even live social media updates. Imagine walking into a party with your T-shirt displaying the latest tweet from your favorite celebrity or a personalized birthday message for a friend. The built-in camera can capture moments from your perspective, making it easier to share your experiences instantly.
The microphone and speaker add another layer of interactivity. You could potentially use voice commands to change the display or even play music directly from your T-shirt. The accelerometer can track your movements, opening up possibilities for fitness tracking or interactive gaming experiences. The small processor ensures that all these features run smoothly, and when more power is needed, it can seamlessly connect to your smartphone’s processor.
“The original canvas of personal-expression, innovated by Ballantine’s and Cutecirctuit. A working, digital t-shirt that can be programmed by an iOS app to do whatever you can think of. Ballantine’s & Cutecircuit believe in the power of personal expression and want to make tshirtOS available for everybody to buy. How will you Leave An Impression with tshirtOS?”
Potential Applications and Future Prospects
The potential applications for TshirtOS are vast and varied. For instance, in the world of advertising, companies could use these programmable T-shirts to display dynamic ads, making human billboards a reality. In the realm of fashion, designers could create limited-edition digital designs that change based on the time of day or the wearer’s mood.
In the educational sector, TshirtOS could be used as an interactive teaching tool. Imagine a science teacher wearing a T-shirt that displays animated diagrams of the human body or chemical reactions. The possibilities are endless and only limited by the imagination of the users and developers.
Unfortunately, no information on pricing or worldwide availability has been released as yet, but as more people express an interest in owning one of these next-generation T-shirts, then it might make the jump into production. More information is available from the source.
Source: Engadget
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