Phone bracelet

Modern technologies are developing with great strides. Already now we can afford a lot of convenient and practical gadgets. A simple phone or smartphone can replace a full-fledged computer, and this no longer surprises anyone.

It would be strange if, at such a pace of technological progress, attempts were not made to create the most compact and functional gadget that would combine the qualities of a full-fledged smartphone and a fashion accessory.

To say that the idea of ​​a wrist phone is a real novelty is not entirely true. Similar experiments and even finished products have appeared before. Already at the beginning of the 21st century, we have witnessed a very rapid development of the technology and entertainment industry. From the calculator built into the watch to a full-fledged mini-computer on the arm, only a few years have passed.

However, it is worth recognizing that such products are unlikely to be found on store shelves. It was not only outdated and quickly lost its relevance, but it did not even gain due popularity, since it was far from perfect.In addition, almost all such models of gadgets were rather bulky as accessories, looked rather ridiculous on the hand, had limited functionality and worked on buttons.

Until recently, a futuristic bracelet with a built-in projector, which not only transmits an image, but makes it functional, seemed like something from the category of science fiction. But as it turned out, it is quite possible to make such an accessory. Moreover, you can already see it on sale.

A smart bracelet, as it is sometimes called smart with a projection on the hand, looks like a simple silicone or plastic strap, on its surface there is a slight thickening, which contains the main technical “stuffing”. That is, it can be easily mistaken for the simplest bracelet, because it does not have too large dimensions, and on its outer surface there is no electronics like wires or switches.

Externally, the operation of such a gadget can be easily confused with a futuristic hologram. Its main component is a mechanism that projects the smartphone screen onto your forearm. However, unlike the standard non-volume hologram, the projection screen of the phone also has functionality! In other words, you can control your gadget directly on the surface of your hand, using the projected image as a full-fledged touch screen.

It is in this feature that the main novelty and advantage of such a development lies. Using such a gadget, you do not have to take your mobile phone or smartphone out of your bag or pocket every time.Using the bracelet, you can directly control your equipment, view and send messages, access the Internet, set up an organizer and much more. At the same time, the control is easy and simple, because the projection completely imitates the smartphone screen we are used to.

Needless to say, such a technological development had its skeptics. At first glance, such a bracelet may indeed seem like a fiction, because today the achievements regarding holograms and functional projections have not yet reached a new level.

However, the main developer of the unusual accessory, Cicret, has a lot of arguments and arguments that prove that the creation of such gadgets is really possible. So far, there is no exact indication of when they will go on sale and whether they will come at all. But today the most important thing is that such developments have ceased to be science fiction and lead us to the present future.

A well-known developer of such bracelets has already raised voluntary funds on crowdfunding platforms, which was very successful and allowed not only to develop the technology, but also to present the first working prototype to the world. A complete analysis of the principle of operation of such bracelets helps to dispel the doubts of skeptics.

The accessory itself looks like an ordinary fitness bracelet, in which all the technical “stuffing” is located in a small thickening located in the central part of the gadget. In this case, it will include special proximity sensors, an accelerometer, the projector itself, as well as additional modules such as USB charging, as well as receiving Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.In addition, of course, there is a nutrient element and complete external protection against any mechanical damage or water, which will be carried out at the expense of the body base.

Connection with the main gadget, that is, your smartphone, occurs due to Wi-FI or Bluetooth modules. To date, it is assumed that the bracelet will be able to support both modes, which may be necessary depending on the type of technology used.

The projector will broadcast data from the screen directly to the skin of the wearer's forearm. Thus, you get an image of a familiar smartphone. To date, working prototypes demonstrate a fairly high-quality picture that retains its saturation and clarity even in daylight.

Such a "hologram" is controlled by reading the location of the fingers, which is provided by eight motion sensors. The data regarding the movement of the fingers is transmitted back to the smartphone, where it is recognized as standard touches on the touch screen, depending on which the image changes both on your gadget and on the projection.

Using the bracelet, you can view images, read and send messages on social networks, set up an organizer, or even watch videos and play games.

There are no buttons on the surface of the bracelet. In order to activate it and start working, just shake your hand slightly. The activation of mechanisms occurs due to the reaction of the accelerometer, and in the same way it turns off.

Such an intuitively simple and at the same time functional gadget caused a controversial reaction from potential consumers. Even now you can find a lot of not very positive feedback about such a development. The main points in the issue of the work of the bracelet, which cause skepticism, are the following:

• Currently, there is no such power supply that would take up so little space and could guarantee the full operation of the projector, sensors, receivers and other components;
• Real developments of holograms and similar technologies have not yet reached such a level of development;
• So far, no photos, videos, real reviews of such bracelets have appeared;
• Custom-made bracelets that can be purchased online turn out to be a scam.

The "wrist smartphone" prototype, which was demonstrated relatively recently, uses a USB-chargeable battery. It really cannot guarantee the long-term operation of the projector and sensors. According to the developers, such a gadget can be active for no more than 2-3 hours, but on the other hand, it does not imply too long work for it, like watching movies or playing a long game.

Such bracelets are not a full-fledged hologram. They assume only the usual light projection of the image onto the skin, which is combined with reading the movement of the fingers. Technically, this is possible, because today all the necessary elements already exist. But the intended sensors are not highly accurate, so the projected image and the controls on it must be quite large in order to read the movements correctly.

Another important issue is the speed of data transfer via Wi-FI or Bluetooth channels. Miniature sensors that will provide such a connection between a bracelet and a smartphone do exist, but the quality of communication provided by them may remain in question. For comfortable use of the gadget, the highest possible data transfer rate is required so that the use of the projection fully imitates the touch screen without any delays.

The main reason why the overall impression of the development spoils is scammers. Now on the Internet you can find a lot of sellers who offer such gadgets at a very high price. As a rule, after the purchase, at best, a simple silicone case without all the technical "stuffing" will come to you by mail.

In addition, even the promotional video of the crowdfunding campaign is made using computer graphics. The fact is that his task was to demonstrate the main idea of ​​the developer, as well as the possible prospects for such a bracelet. Of course, the final result, taking into account all the technological nuances, can be very different from the idea shown in the video, and this must be taken into account.

On the other hand, the developer has already managed to prove that the main functionality of the bracelet can really be created. In addition, during further development it is planned to supplement the capabilities of the bracelet. So, for example, LEDs may appear in it to indicate the status, the presence of incoming messages and calls, as well as additional space for a memory drive.

Now there are still disputes about how realistic it is to implement the final idea in its entirety.In the end, according to the design of the bracelet-phone developer, it should completely replace the touch screen of a smartphone. On the other hand, the gadget is exactly a projector, so you still have to carry the phone to which it is connected.

The development and production of smart bracelets are inextricably linked with the Cicret name. It was this company that first introduced the idea of ​​such a gadget to the world, launched a promo video on the Internet demonstrating a potential result, and also started a crowdfunding campaign, which, by the way, was quite successful.

In fact, the license for such technology belongs exclusively to this company. This is another reason to beware of various scammers who can offer original analogues that look more like rubber wristwatches under all sorts of non-existent "brand" names. Actually, it is best to follow the development and finished models of a “smart” bracelet through the official website of Cicret.

This can become a rather serious obstacle to the mass launch of bracelets into production, according to the developer himself. It is also worth noting that Cicret initially emphasized technological difficulties, in particular the need for serious software development, which, perhaps, no major IT company has today.

That is why the final model that the company will be able to offer may be very different from what we see on commercials. Nevertheless, the gadget can properly perform its main task and, most importantly, accommodate all the declared technical modules, which in itself will be a serious step into the future.

Many may be surprised or even alarmed by the fact that there are no complete analyzes of such bracelets on the global Web. Today you can find the official Cicret promotional video or similar videos that are recorded by professional scammers.

We note right away that the video of the official developer was created for a crowdfunding company and to demonstrate the potential of such a technology, therefore it is not intended to fool anyone. Moreover, today it is this company that has provided a novelty - the first working prototype of a smart bracelet.

Outwardly, it is practically no different from the one shown in the promotional video. The work of the projector also inspires confidence, since the image on the hand is seen quite brightly and clearly, while the developer demonstrated the operation of the gadget in sunlight.

The functionality has changed significantly. Moreover, the projected image now bears little resemblance to the bright and stylized screen of a familiar modern smartphone. Rather, it is a simplified menu, in which the main role is played by large icons that allow you to read the message, go to the gallery, mobile contacts list or organizer. This is due to the fact that at the moment the sensors for reading the position of the fingers do not yet have sufficient accuracy.

According to Cicret's official statements, the development is still in progress, so it's too early to say that the company has completely failed. As you can understand, at least a power cell, a projector, motion sensors, an accelerometer, as well as modules for data exchange are already successfully used in the prototype of the bracelet. The main task now facing the developers is to improve the software for better data transfer so that the work of the smart bracelet matches the sample shown in the video as much as it is possible today.

In order to get an impressive result, Cicret still has some work to do. According to preliminary data, the finished bracelet will cost about $400.

Not the last thing that interests connoisseurs of technological innovations is the characteristics of the “phone of the future”. It is important to understand that any technology is developed taking into account the fact that it will have to interact with other elements that are currently available. Not only the convenience of the gadget itself depends on this, but also the relevance of certain phone models, software, operator cards and other things.

According to the developer Cicret, the smart bracelet is designed to be perfectly compatible with the current technologies that have already become familiar to us. This is quite logical, because at the moment such a gadget is supposed to be an addition to an existing smartphone, and not a complete replacement.Although it is worth noting that this possibility potentially exists, because it is planned to provide for a slot for a SIM card in the bracelet.

As mentioned earlier, such a gadget will be charged from a standard USB module, and the energy will be enough for 2-3 hours of active work. It is assumed that in addition to designing the smartphone screen, it will also have additional memory, a vibration module that notifies you of incoming calls, messages, or any other important notifications, or an LED equivalent that can also display an indication of the device's status.

A similar test model was offered on the website of the trooogooods distributor, which also supplied various smartwatches. In addition, the bracelet can be supplemented with its own memory module or used in conjunction with your phone to receive and make calls. It is also assumed that it will be possible to create a special secret key on the smartphone, allowing you to block or activate the gadget in order to protect yourself from its use by unauthorized people.

As you can see, the smart accessory has received mixed reviews so far. Basically, the first impression is spoiled by the massive appearance of scammers who managed to deceive gullible consumers, hiding behind the name of a real developer company.At the same time, Cicret presented the world with a working prototype, which looks quite impressive and opens up serious potential for further development.