Cameron S. Miner
ABSTRACT
Pervasive technology devices that intend to be worn must not only meet our functional requirements but also our social, emotional, and aesthetic needs. Current pervasive devices such as the PDA or cell phone are more portable than wearable, yet still they elicit strong consumer demand for intuitive interfaces and well-designed forms. Looking to the future of wearable pervasive devices, we can imagine an even greater demand for meaningful forms for objects nestled so close to our bodies. They will need to reflect our tastes and moods, and allow us to express our personalities, cultural beliefs, and values. Digital Jewelry explores a new wearable technology form that is based in jewelry design, not in technology. Through prototypes and meaningful scenarios, digital jewelry offers new ideas to consider in the design of wearable devices.
Supplemental Material
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Index Terms
- Digital jewelry: wearable technology for everyday life
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