With most young folk using their mobile devices as timepieces, watchmakers are trying out new ways to entice users to stick with the wrist candy. This can include crazy designs from companies like Tokyoflash or wristbands with iPod nano integration.
Allerta is taking a different approach with their inPulse watch in the sense that it is designed to be hacked. Programmers dig right into the inPulse SDK or Simulator and build applications and new functionality for the watch. It can also be connected to other gadgets via Bluetooth as a simple alerting device.
Apparently, you can get up and running with the watch in about 5 minutes, but if you don’t know your way around code you’ll have to rely on the community to develop software for you. It works with Mac OS X, Windows and Linux as well as select BlackBerry and Android smartphone platforms. It may also work with a jailbroken iPhone.
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“Slap on. Slap off. The Slap”…er, wait, I’m mixing my genres and bizarre items. But, still, I’m scratching my head on this one.
Griffin generally makes some nice stuff and it’s not like there isn’t a market for iPod Nano watch/wristbands. But I’m not sure what chucklehead was heading the meeting for this one.
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Sooner or later, we will all be able to pay for things with our mobile devices. This Japanese E-Money wristband falls in that category, although it kind of misses the mark in terms of practicality. I mean, you can load it up to $600 on the band and tap it on compatible readers that already exist in many Japanese stores and vending machines, but why not go the obvious extra step and make it a functional wristwatch as well?
Plus, without any kind of security you are basically wearing a bright, neon-colored wallet on your wrist.
Product Page ($36 via CrunchGear)
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In order to promote their new “T-Touch” watch, Tissot is using augmented reality technology. All you need is a webcam and the downloads available on the product page. Simply print up the paper “T-Wristband” on the product page, strap it to your wrist and show it to your webcam. This will allow you to see a 3D watch on your wrist and experiment with available options such as model, bracelet and touch functions. To see the program in action, check out the video after the break.
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I think it might be quite some time before the world of fashion takes to wearing live insects, but you can stay wayyyy ahead of the curve by making one of these aptly titled “Putrefashion” bracelets. Your favorite insects can be displayed inside, with tiny airholes helping to keep them alive.
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Whenever life throws you a dilemma, just look at your wrist and ask yourself “what would Steve Jobs do?” and the answer shall be revealed.*
*Recommended in business settings only. Users may become egomaniacal and one dimensional in their wardrobe. If these symptoms persist, remove braclet and buy and Android phone.
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I just found an email in my inbox about Energy Force Hologram wristbands that claim to improve your body’s performance and health without the need for drugs. And the science behind it is so simple, even an idiot could understand it:
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Run fat boy, run! Slow down fat boy, slow down! Hyperventilate fat boy, hyperventilate! Pass out fat boy, pass out!
If this sounds like something that would happen to you while jogging, I have a head and wristband set you might be interested in.
Product Page (£8 or $13)
Bacon. It’s greasy, it’s fatty, it’s tasty…and now it holds up your pants. That’s right, you can be among the first to own this stylish bacon belt from Archie McPhee without having to spend a dime. Just send an email to contests@nerdapproved.com with “Bacon Belt Contest†in the subject line. In the body, make sure to include your shipping information. Friday, July 10th is the last day to enter and the winner will be chosen at random. But that’s not all—the prize package also includes the life changing products pictured after the break.
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