The 'Eta Clock' Knows If You're at Work or School
Ellen Smith — September 7, 2017 — Art & Design
References: kickstarter & theverge
The 'Eta Clock' deviates from the standard form of timepieces by bringing about new methods of communication between family members. Instead of reading the time, this app-enabled device displays the locations of selected friends and family members using an interactive clock interface.
Through the accompanied app, users can set frequently visited locations on their phone, like the gym, school, or a significant other's house. When arrived at that location, the user's color-specific hand will automatically move, pointing towards the appropriate icon. The Eta Clock can also display when a user is in transit, if it detects movement quicker than 3 miles per hour.
The Eta Clock is perfect for busy families, who sometimes forget to keep each other in the loop.
Through the accompanied app, users can set frequently visited locations on their phone, like the gym, school, or a significant other's house. When arrived at that location, the user's color-specific hand will automatically move, pointing towards the appropriate icon. The Eta Clock can also display when a user is in transit, if it detects movement quicker than 3 miles per hour.
The Eta Clock is perfect for busy families, who sometimes forget to keep each other in the loop.
Trend Themes
1. Location-sharing Clocks - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced location-sharing features to enhance communication and coordination among family members.
2. Interactive Clock Interfaces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create interactive clock interfaces for displaying various information beyond just time, such as locations and activities.
3. Smartphone-connected Devices - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate clock-like devices with smartphone apps to provide real-time location updates and notifications.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate smart home devices to include location-sharing features for better family communication and coordination.
2. Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wearables with integrated location-sharing capabilities to enhance personal safety and convenience.
3. Family Organization Tools - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative tools and platforms for managing and sharing family activities, schedules, and locations.
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