Barbie Gets a High-Tech Makeover with an Interactive LED Dress and Stylus
Posted By Jamie Hall On March 10, 2013 @ 3:16 pm In Inhabitots | No Comments
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It can’t be said that Barbie [5] doesn’t have an eye for emerging trends. After dipping her toe into everything from aeronautics to zookeeping, America’s favorite plastic dilettante is poised to tackle the next big thing: smart clothing [6]. Unveiled at the 2013 Toy Fair [7] in New York City, the upcoming “Digital Dress” doll [8] features an interactive touchscreen frock that lets just about anyone “draw” their own animated designs, no programming experience necessary.
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[5] Barbie: http://www.ecouterre.com/eco-fashionista-barbie-bid-on-loomstates-fashions-night-out-doll-worth-3000
[6] smart clothing: http://www.ecouterre.com/category/wearable-technology
[7] 2013 Toy Fair: http://www2.toyassociation.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=tf_Home
[8] “Digital Dress” doll: http://mattelbrandsmedia.com/product.php?category=0&product=108
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