Eleksen technology is bringing life to our apparel with their line of “smart fabrics” products. Their smart fabrics can be found in bags, accessories, backpacks, and even on clothing like jackets or suits. So what do these “smart fabrics” products actually do? They allow you to control your favorite electronics gadgets. Eleksen has brought the iPod controls to jacket sleeves and to bags as
Eleksen is on the way to set a new standard on how interactive apparel will be made with the launch of the eSystem™ according to a press release from businesswire.com
I have first seen samples of the eSystem™ last June during the Avantex in Germany which has the potential to revolutionize the interactive apparel business.
This solution offers a high degree of flexibility and lets the consumer decide which personal electronic devices they want to control with their interactive clothing.
The different eSystem™ modules are sold separately (see image above) which allows the consumer to select the functionality matching the gadgets they own. Consumers could buy more than one module and, depending on the function needed on certain occasions, plug in the eSystem™ module that fits best the situation.
The eSystem™ consist of three new sensors incorporating Eleksen’s new SensorID™ technology, which allow apparel designers to use any of 16 different six-button layouts in their des
Our first follow-up review of the great things around Wearable Electronic on stage last week during Avantex is about the newly introduced control modules from Eleksen.
There are 5 ‘ready to sell’ functions like: Volume Control (for any audio device with a 3.5mm headphone socket), the Sony Ericsson Controller, the iPod Controller, the iPod+Bluetooth Controller and the new FM Radio module.
You may ask: “what’s the big deal about that?”
To start with, this modules are good news for garment companies because the ‘only’ thing they have to integrate into future clothing is the ElekTex fabric keypad with the standardized connector to the modules. No risk in making too much or less clothing items with the ‘wrong’ function.
The added value = function of the clothing and other accessories is defined by - you, the customer. You choose a Wearable Electronic ready clothing item or bag and buy the control module you need and like. Even better,
To make talk2myShirt more interactive and to facilitate the communication among our growing readership, we proudly announce the official launch of our Forum.
The primary aim of talk2myShirt is to bring Wearable Electronic closer to the consumer. Our new Forum provides a place where consumer can exchange experiences and ask question about existing or new products.
Wearable Electronic is a emerging trend in the Fashion as well as in the Electronic world.
Our new Forum provides a platform for the creative people to share ideas, to discuss, stay informed, explore the possibilities of Smart Fabrics and how Wearable Electronic will shape the future of Fashion.
Last but not least, we are very exited that Eleksen, the leader in Wearable Electronic technologies, gives us a hand by participating in our Forum to answer any question that our reader and members have around Eleksen’s technology as well as products. Take this opportunity and talk directly with the experts.
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