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Infinitely Complexing Timepieces

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The Cognitime Watch Requires a Quick Lesson to Tell Time

— January 28, 2014 — Fashion
We're seeing a distinct rise in the number of timepieces that are completely doing away with digits to tell time and rely on symbolism to convey time, which is what's the case with the Cognitime Watch. Featuring an infinitely-like face that uses electronic notches to denote time, the Cognitime Watch forces the wearer to constantly question both what's displayed and what isn't in order to get the most accurate reading.

The Cognitime Watch is an example of a more relaxed approach to time telling; instead of being quite clear about displaying it, it can be somewhat baffling unless you know what you're looking for. Each of the sections on the face of the Cognitime Watch represent a different form of time keeping ranging from seconds to hours, so it'll likely only take a few tries to learn.
Trend Themes
1. Symbolic Timepieces - The rise of timepieces that convey time through symbolism creates potential for disruptive innovation in the design and function of watches.
2. Interactive Learning Devices - Timepieces like the Cognitime Watch, which require the wearer to learn and interact with the device, demonstrate opportunities for disruptive innovation in interactive learning devices.
3. Alternative Time Formats - The development of timepieces that utilize unconventional time formats such as electronic notches creates possibilities for disruptive innovation in timekeeping technology.
Industry Implications
1. Watchmaking - As the watch industry continues to evolve towards unconventional timekeeping, there is potential for disruptive innovation in watch design and technology.
2. Education Technology - The Cognitime Watch and similar timepieces demonstrate opportunities for the integration of interactive learning devices in education technology.
3. Electronic Manufacturing - The production of timepieces that use electronic notches to convey time creates potential for disruptive innovation in the electronic manufacturing industry.
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