Archive for May, 2006

Strobe-Light Jacket

StrideLite has taken reflective jackets to the next level for lighted safety while running or walking in the dark.
This jacket not only has reflective strips, but also has bright, blinking strobe lights to ensure you will be noticed while biking, running or walking at night.
The StridLite jackets have designs for men and women, and [...]


Levis iPod Jeans

The Levi’s RedWire DLX aka iJean is another clothing item that tries to integrate the iPod usage in an unobstrusive and fashionable way.
This is one of the first pieces of apparel offered by a mainstream brand to integrate the iPod technology.
The iPod is connected inside a side pocket. The jean is machine washable once the iPod [...]


G-Tech Rave MP3 Backpack

G-Tech, has in their extended Wearable Electronic Backpack range a model called ‘Rave‘ that gives control to any MP3 or other Portable Audio Player on the shoulder strap.
How is this done?
On the left shoulder strap there is a 3-button ElekTex® control panel, which allows you to control the volume of your portable device. This control [...]


Color Changing Textiles

“Color-changing fabric” is one of my personal favorites in the domain of Wearable Electronics.
Being able to change the color of my clothing as simple as to flip a switch or have it changed ‘automatically’ triggered by let’s say ambient light changes or temperature or – sometimes – by my well feeling, gives endless opportunities and [...]


iPod Backpack by G-Tech

G-Tech, the Wearable Electronics part of Goodhope has released a Backpack – The Techno – filled with features that will blow your mind!
The Techno is the top of the line model and has everything and Backpack needs and more! It boasts a 5-button ElekTex® control panel on the left back strap, allowing the control volume, [...]