'MovieScent' Uses Smell and AI to Achieve a 4D Experience
Michael Hemsworth — August 21, 2024 — Tech
References: elevated-perception & pocket-lint
'MovieScent' from Elevated Perceptions is a compact piece of living room entertainment equipment engineered with immersion in mind to help movie, show and video game enthusiasts alike go deeper into the experience than ever.
The device works by being plugged into an existing home theater setup where it will work in real-time with artificial intelligence (AI) technology to disperse scents according to the on-screen action. The aromas are emitted through an atomizer into the space to achieve a 4D experience. The unit is reported to mimic smells from forests, the ocean, fresh-cut grass, a restaurant and a storm, while a scent neutralizer spray will clear the air after each scene to start fresh.
'MovieScent' is priced at $179.99 and is expected to receive more than 40 new scents in the next few months.
The device works by being plugged into an existing home theater setup where it will work in real-time with artificial intelligence (AI) technology to disperse scents according to the on-screen action. The aromas are emitted through an atomizer into the space to achieve a 4D experience. The unit is reported to mimic smells from forests, the ocean, fresh-cut grass, a restaurant and a storm, while a scent neutralizer spray will clear the air after each scene to start fresh.
'MovieScent' is priced at $179.99 and is expected to receive more than 40 new scents in the next few months.
Trend Themes
1. AI-enhanced Entertainment - By integrating AI to sync scents with on-screen action, MovieScent revolutionizes how audiences can interact with their media experiences.
2. Immersive Olfactory Technology - MovieScent's ability to produce a wide range of aromas highlights the growing trend of using scent to create immersive environments in home entertainment.
3. 4D Home Theater Systems - With the introduction of MovieScent units, the 4D experience, once limited to theme parks, is now accessible in consumer living rooms.
Industry Implications
1. Home Entertainment - Incorporating scent into the entertainment experience represents a novel opportunity for the home entertainment industry to offer more immersive and engaging content.
2. Artificial Intelligence - The application of AI to synchronize olfactory outputs with visual media opens up new possibilities for the artificial intelligence sector in the field of interactive experiences.
3. Consumer Technology - MovieScent exemplifies the diversification of consumer technology products aimed at enhancing sensorial engagement beyond traditional audio-visual elements.
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