Vibrating bracelet for the deaf

by Ahmad Jamaluddin |
I think this is one of the most interesting and wonderful designs I have come across. Invented for the deaf to move around much more easily, this could save their lives. And I'm not talking about hearing aid.

The bracelet is created by three designers, Kwang-seok Jeong, Min-hee Kim and Hyun-jonng Kim. The "Vibering" consist of two rings and a wristwatch. The two rings are worn on both hands. They are designed to act as the ears, by listening for sounds coming from behind, while at the same time determining the distance and position, and vibrate according to the source.

While the wristwatch collect and identifies the sound wave and presents the info to the user, the watch surprisingly is also programmed to listen for specific phrases such as "excuse me", when the user's name is being called, and most importantly, a car's horn. It certainly helps the deaf to move around more easily and normally.

By the way, the bracelets look stylish, too. Nobody would think it was a device for the deaf. However, the release date and price are yet to be known.

On the other hand, what would happen if they stepped into a crowded place?

Originally posted at TrendHunter

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Hi I am deaf . Could you please let me know me when it arrive and where i can buy to get this.I like to buy and sell here in South Africa. Thank you. bye

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