The 'Gran Board 2' Electronic Dartboard Uses a Smartphone or TV
Michael Hemsworth — May 2, 2016 — Tech
The traditional dartboard has been a favorite for pub goers for years, so the 'Gran Board 2' electronic dartboard is designed to help bring it to the home environment.
Instead of using traditional needle-tipped darts, the 'Gran Board 2' uses soft tip varieties to help make it suitable for more age ranges. Utilizing your smartphone or smart TV as a form of score keeping, the 'Gran Board 2' features Bluetooth connectivity to give the traditionally analog pastime an upgrade.
The 'Gran Board 2' electronic dartboard can be used in a variety of different game styles and, thanks to the connectivity, can even keep score for users. Moreover, users can participate in training and even track their score progress to become even better at the game than ever.
Instead of using traditional needle-tipped darts, the 'Gran Board 2' uses soft tip varieties to help make it suitable for more age ranges. Utilizing your smartphone or smart TV as a form of score keeping, the 'Gran Board 2' features Bluetooth connectivity to give the traditionally analog pastime an upgrade.
The 'Gran Board 2' electronic dartboard can be used in a variety of different game styles and, thanks to the connectivity, can even keep score for users. Moreover, users can participate in training and even track their score progress to become even better at the game than ever.
Trend Themes
1. Bluetooth Connectivity in Games - The 'Gran Board 2' electronic dartboard demonstrates the trend of integrating Bluetooth connectivity into traditional games, enabling new features and functionalities.
2. Smartphone-enabled Gaming - By using a smartphone or smart TV for score keeping, the 'Gran Board 2' electronic dartboard exemplifies the trend of incorporating smartphones into gaming experiences.
3. Gamification of Traditional Pastimes - The 'Gran Board 2' electronic dartboard exemplifies the trend of gamifying traditional pastimes by incorporating technology and interactive features.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The gaming industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of integrating Bluetooth connectivity and smartphone-enabled features in traditional games.
2. Sports and Recreation - The sports and recreation industry can leverage the trend of gamification to bring new digital experiences to traditional activities like dart throwing.
3. Smart Home Technology - The smart home technology industry can explore opportunities to integrate smart devices, like the 'Gran Board 2', into the home environment for enhanced entertainment and connectivity.
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