TacTag- Tactile Feedback Prototype Toolkit
In Progress...
Tactag is a wearable modular device coupled with a generating web application.It’s tailored for tactile designers, enabling them to control hardware via the web, customize data, and log interactions. The toolkit currently supports six default interactions, such as squeezing and trembling, achieved through two types of servo components and offered with two tactors—round and sharp. Users can swap out these components as needed, enhancing flexibility and experimentation.
Why I Have Interest In Tactile
My interest in tactile, was heavily inspired by my background in fintech. Daily interactions with money, especially in an era where subscription models prevail. I rarely check my bank statements, and the usual visual or auditory notifications come with limitations—visual alerts require active observation, and sound alerts lack privacy. This observation led me to ask: Is there any new interface for conveying information? I believe tactile interfaces hold great potential to be a more direct and privacy way of communication.
Comparison of Tactile, Visual & Auditory Interface
Why Develop This Toolkit
The field of tactile interfaces is nascent, with designers in need of rich testing material and user feedback within an unobstructed testing environment. This toolkit is designed to assist designers during the early and prototyping stages, allowing them to observe and collect data on user perception and reaction to various tactile interactions. This, in turn, provides them with an evidential foundation for their subsequent tactile designs.
How does the Tactile Interface work as a notification?
Let's take a simple application example. Consider bank accounts and the dynamics of transactions. A direct yet private mode of communication is needed. Perhaps a squeeze could signify a charge to your account, while a tremble could indicate a deposit.
