Wearable Communications : Concept

from "Wearable computers", which are not incorporated into the clothing itself, but transported as objects.

from "Intelligent clothing", which react to exterior or physiological stimuli to regulate and control the user's well-being, like the Vitamin C distributing tee shirt for example, or even anti-stain fabrics With intelligent clothing, communication is therefore impossible!

A new look concept

This mini revolution furthers the currents of Net Communication and the sense of imagination present at the dawn of this new century. New look clothing emphasizes technology "under the skin". The user adapts it to his or her personality, highlighting personal and artistic qualities.

The "Studio Créatif" of France Telecom's R&D department, has designed and created this innovative concept, which links Net Communication with the world of fashion.

The wearable communication project exemplifies the Studio's willingness to constantly explore and experiment with all types innovations that are of potential value to France Telecom, and thereby produce examples of breathtakingly futuristic services and new concepts.
Fashion designers and creators are participating in the realization of a number of prototypes :

Transferring the concept to the product ...

... is moreover an interesting niche to fill in terms of market opportunities. The idea of wearable communication is in complete harmony with current societal trends : innovation, fashion, multimedia, autonomy, personalization, etc. The multi integrated functions open up new possiblilities for use in sports, everyday work, safety, health or even tourism and leisure activities.

Discreet but always on the cutting edge, webcams, microphones, headphones, screens and software blend into textiles, from the top of the collar to the heart of clothing buttons. Attentive to every movement, they obey the finger and the eye. The article of clothing becomes a new communication interface, thus allowing access to the entire range of services offered by an operator.(Internet, music, video, 3G services, etc.)
This revolutionary concept offers total mobile continuity of audio and video communication services. Communication therefore, becomes a life style emphasizing freedom and aesthetics.