The EaTheremin Adds Sound Bites to an Otherwise Ordinary Fork
Tana Makmanee — January 4, 2013 — Art & Design
References: youtube & incrediblethings
What better way to make lunchtime more enjoyable than having your utensils shout out sounds as you eat? The EaTheremin fork plays various sounds as you eat based on the different shape and texture of the food. From chomping noises to varying sound bites, the EaTheremin takes the dining experience to a whole other level incorporating fun and excitement into eating.
Equipped with a battery, speaker, microcontroller and amplifier, this musical fork is designed to encourage people to try and experiment with eating different things. Maybe you’ll try eating your most dreaded vegetable just to hear what sound it makes when you eat it!
The video even displays what seems like a screaming noise, which may be either shocking or amusing to a potential eater! Nonetheless, the EaTheremin takes dining to a more interactive level, letting people have fun with their food.
Equipped with a battery, speaker, microcontroller and amplifier, this musical fork is designed to encourage people to try and experiment with eating different things. Maybe you’ll try eating your most dreaded vegetable just to hear what sound it makes when you eat it!
The video even displays what seems like a screaming noise, which may be either shocking or amusing to a potential eater! Nonetheless, the EaTheremin takes dining to a more interactive level, letting people have fun with their food.
Trend Themes
1. Musical Utensils - Opportunities for creating additional musical utensils to revolutionize the dining experience.
2. Interactive Dining - Opportunities for further developing technology that enhances the interactivity of dining and eating experiences.
3. Sound-based Consumption - Opportunities for developing technology that creates a unique sound experience while consuming food and/or drinks.
Industry Implications
1. Food Industry - The food industry could benefit from incorporating technology that enhances the overall dining experience.
2. Technology Industry - The technology industry could benefit from developing more interactive devices that make everyday experiences more engaging.
3. Entertainment Industry - The entertainment industry could benefit from utilizing technology that integrates sound and music to create new, fun experiences.
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