Invisibilia
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Real-Time Social Behavior Reporting App
Market Gap: Rude social behavior often goes unchecked in public spaces.
This business idea revolves around creating a real-time social behavior reporting app that allows users to document and report inconsiderate behavior in public spaces. Users could take photos, write descriptions, and share incidents anonymously, fostering community awareness and accountability. The app could include a gamification element, where users earn points or badges for reporting and engaging positively with their communities. This could be marketed to urban dwellers, commuters, and anyone interested in promoting social etiquette and civility. Additionally, the app could partner with local businesses for sponsorship or community initiatives to enhance its reach.
From: Our Computers, Ourselves
Emotion-Tracking Wearable Device
Market Gap: People struggle with managing their emotional responses in digital interactions.
This idea proposes the development of an emotion-tracking wearable device that monitors physiological markers (like heart rate and skin temperature) to assess emotional states in real time. By integrating machine learning algorithms, the device could provide feedback and suggestions on managing emotional responses during digital interactions. For example, if the device detects rising stress levels during an online discussion, it could suggest a short break or breathing exercises. Target audiences would include professionals engaged in high-stress environments, students, and anyone seeking to enhance their emotional well-being in digital communication. This could potentially be monetized through subscription services for emotional health insights.
From: Our Computers, Ourselves
Personalized Wearable Reminder System
Market Gap: Students struggle to retain information during lectures.
The idea involves creating a personalized wearable reminder system that integrates directly with the user's visual field, similar to Thad Starner's wearable computer, Lizzie. This system would overlay key information related to lectures, meetings, or discussions in real-time, allowing users to focus on the conversation while having immediate access to relevant notes or reminders. For instance, as a student engages with a professor, the system could display reminders about previous discussions or pertinent facts. This could be marketed towards students, professionals, or anyone needing assistance in maintaining focus and information retention during live conversations.
From: Our Computers, Ourselves
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