Neptune Duo is a Small Wearable That Doesn't Rely on a Phone for Operation
Laura McQuarrie — February 19, 2015 — Tech
References: youtube & getneptune
The Neptune Duo is a capable pair that takes inspiration from the form of a phone and a watch, but improves upon the two. While there are a lot of smartwatches on the market that rely on a smartphone to operate, these two items work perfectly independently and even better together.
One part of the pair is the Neptune Hub, a small wearable that features a screen that lets you place calls, get and send messages, notifications and track fitness activities. Working alongside this is the Neptune Pocket, a phone-like device that serves as an interface for the hub. As Neptune describes, "It’s not very smart, it doesn't need to be." In the case that the Pocket gets lost, your information is still safe and you can even borrow someone else's Pocket to view what's on your Hub.
One part of the pair is the Neptune Hub, a small wearable that features a screen that lets you place calls, get and send messages, notifications and track fitness activities. Working alongside this is the Neptune Pocket, a phone-like device that serves as an interface for the hub. As Neptune describes, "It’s not very smart, it doesn't need to be." In the case that the Pocket gets lost, your information is still safe and you can even borrow someone else's Pocket to view what's on your Hub.
Trend Themes
1. Independent Wearables - The trend of wearables functioning independently from smartphones presents an opportunity for innovation in technology that does not require tethering to a secondary device.
2. Device Pairability - The trend of devices functioning better together than individually creates an opportunity for streamlined connectivity and improved user experience.
3. Smartphone Alternatives - The trend of devices that are not very smart but still functional presents an opportunity for technology that offers essential capabilities without distractions or unnecessary features.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - The wearable technology industry can use this trend to improve the user experience and create innovative solutions that allow greater independence and convenience for the user.
2. Mobile Device Manufacturing - The mobile device manufacturing industry can explore the possibility of creating devices that are dedicated interfaces for wearables, facilitating streamlined connectivity and improved user experience.
3. Software Development - The software development industry can capitalize on the trend of device pairability to create more efficient and seamless interactions between different devices and software applications.
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