HAC:Manchester's Project-A-Sketch Supersizes the Classic Toy Tablet
Meghan Young — March 14, 2011 — Life-Stages
References: hacman.org.uk & neatorama
It's all about going down memory lane and satisfying those nostalgic tendencies we all suffer from time to time and the Project-A-Sketch is just another way to do so. A fun take on the retro toy tablet known as the Etch-A-Sketch, this giant installation is playfully interactive.
Created by HAC:Manchester (a hackerspace community in Manchester, UK), the Project-A-Sketch features a projector that, well, projects the image onto the blank screen -- hence why it was called 'Project'-A-Sketch.'
According to Neatorama, "An arduino controller permits the knobs to be used in the traditional manner of the classic toy." Also like the toy, one simply needs to shake the Project-A-Sketch to gradually erase the image created. Fun and simple, you read a more in-depth post about how they created it on the HacMan website.
Created by HAC:Manchester (a hackerspace community in Manchester, UK), the Project-A-Sketch features a projector that, well, projects the image onto the blank screen -- hence why it was called 'Project'-A-Sketch.'
According to Neatorama, "An arduino controller permits the knobs to be used in the traditional manner of the classic toy." Also like the toy, one simply needs to shake the Project-A-Sketch to gradually erase the image created. Fun and simple, you read a more in-depth post about how they created it on the HacMan website.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Toy Reimagining - Industries can consider adapting and updating classic toys to appeal to nostalgic consumers, while integrating modern technology advancements for added fun and interactivity.
2. Interactive Installations - There is an opportunity for businesses to create interactive, oversized installations of beloved toys, or even everyday items, to provide immersive experiences for consumers.
3. Projection Technology in Play - Companies can explore the integration of projection technology to modernize classic toys with enhanced visuals and interactive capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - Toy manufacturers can reimagine classic toys with modern tech enhancements, creating new product lines or limited edition releases to attract nostalgic consumers.
2. Event Industry - Event planners can use oversized, interactive installations as experiential installations for guests, encouraging social media sharing and generating buzz for their events.
3. Projection Technology Industry - Projection technology companies can consider partnerships with toy manufacturers to integrate their technology into classic toys, updating them for modern audiences and expanding their market potential.
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