Project1:“LIVE Singapore″ by senseable city lab (2011)
New media design
Technology
computer version, sensors and microcontrollers, real-time data recorded
Design
It provides people with access to a range of useful real-time information about their city by developing an open platform for the collection, elaboration and distribution of real-time data that reflect urban activity. It gives the data back to the people who themselves generate it through their actions, allowing them to be more in sync with their environment as well.
Value
It provide a connection between real world and virtual world. People can know more about their city in a complete different way.
Source: http://senseable.mit.edu/livesingapore/visualizations.html
Project2: "Facebook Fan Counter" by Smiirl
Product design
Technology
get the fan number from Facebook,transfer it into gears' move.
Design
Fliike is a casing that displays in real time the number of likes of a page facebook. Designed by Smiirl, this gadget thought to be highlighted in various places such as offices or shops can connect the virtual to the real. Easily convince customers to join the compant's Facebook fans!
Value
In my opinion, it is a useful tool. Unlike the first project, it is easy but also helpful.
Source: http://www.smiirl.com/
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