Crafting wearables blending technology with fashion
This book introduces the exciting intersection of technology and fashion known as wearable computing. Learn about the future of electronics in clothing and testiles, and be a part of creating that future! Crafting Wearables begins with the history of the field, then covers current practices and futu...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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[Place of publication not identified], New York, NY
Apress, Distributed to the Book trade worldwide by Springer Science+Business Media
2016
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| Series: | Technology in action
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| Collection: | O'Reilly - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Summary: | This book introduces the exciting intersection of technology and fashion known as wearable computing. Learn about the future of electronics in clothing and testiles, and be a part of creating that future! Crafting Wearables begins with the history of the field, then covers current practices and future trends. You will gain deeper insight into the strategy behind the design of wearable devices while learning about the tools and materials needed to start your own wearables toolbox. In a time when consumer electronics are becoming smaller and seamlessly integrated into our lives, it is important to understand how technology can improve and augment your lifestyle. Wearables are in a sense the most organic and natural interface we can design, yet there is still doubt about how quickly wearable technologies will become the cultural norm. Furthermore, skills that have become less valuable over the years, such as sewing, are making a return with the wearables movement. Gives a better understanding of wearable technology and how it has evolved Teaches basic skills and techniques to familiarize you with the tools and materials Showcases breakthrough designs and discoveries that impact our everyday interactions |
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| Item Description: | "Learn about wearable design and the future of technology in fashion." |
| Physical Description: | 1 volume illustrations |
| ISBN: | 1484218078 9781484218075 1484218086 |