Lovers of robotic droids may already be familiar with Sphero's 88-8, but the company has now released a special edition version that is designed to be controlled via a wearable controller that is worn on the wrist.
What makes this particular robotic droid different from its predecessor is the fact that its controller, dubbed 'Force Band', comes with a pre-installed suite of games and apps. The band is capable of communicating through vibrations. This means that you can move your hand right or left to encourage the robotic droid to move, while pulling back your hand results in the robot being summoned back to you.
In addition to being highly entertaining to use, this robotic droid speaks to the affordability of gesture control and communication technologies that were once considered to be out of reach for everyone but the very richest.
Wrist-Controlled Robotic Droids
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Trend Themes
1. Wearable Gesture Control - The rise of wearable devices that allow users to control robots through gestures presents opportunities for new interactive experiences and intuitive user interfaces.
2. Affordable Gesture Communication - The availability of affordable gesture communication technologies enables wider adoption in various industries, paving the way for innovative interfaces and applications.
3. Enhanced Robotic Droid Interactivity - The integration of gesture-controlled technology in robotic droids opens up possibilities for more immersive and engaging user experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Gesture-controlled robotic droids cater to the growing demand for interactive and intuitive consumer electronics.
2. Gaming - The use of wearable gesture controllers in gaming industries creates disruptive innovation opportunities for more immersive and physically engaging gameplay experiences.
3. Healthcare - Affordable gesture communication technologies can be applied in healthcare settings for non-contact control of robotic devices, facilitating safer and more efficient patient care.