Design, Fashion, Technology

05\09\2014
Written by Daan Rombaut



Opening Ceremony and Intel unwrap wearable tech bracelet

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They used to be a novelty, but wearables seem to have entered mainstream lately. Unfortunately, 99% of those high-tech devices lack in beautiful design. That is until Opening Ceremony decides to give it a go. Humberto Leon and Carol Lim commissioned Intel for the technical side of the MICA, short for My Intelligent Communication Accessory. It is a ‘smart accessory’ in the shape of the archetypical large Opening Ceremony bracelet, studded with jewels and wrapped in snakeskin while featuring a curved touchscreen display.

It’s one of the first wearables that stands out for its aesthetics, while what’s inside the MICA remains mainly shrouded in mystery. Most of the details are still unknown, including its price, components, and functionality. It will probably display notifications (think calendar reminders, social media alerts, text messages), expectedly with vibration feedback. Thanks to a built-in 3G radio, it will  work as a standalone device, not requiring a smartphone tether to work (although it might need its own data plan.

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