Strapped Controllers
Cumbersome
Inhibit use of other input methods
High amount of user friction
Decreased hand stress
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The VR market is expected to grow at 11% annually until 2028.
Handheld Controllers
Limited use-case
Many specific controls afforded
Lower user friction
Stress hand muscles over time
Force-feedback Gloves
Highest amount of user friction
Size specific
High degree of natural control
Fewer specific controls afforded
Rachel
35
Audio Engineer
James
21
Student, Gamer
A.R. controller concept
Rachel is developing audio systems for 3-dimensional environments. She uses AR goggles and programs to assist in her work.
Controllers help her to perform certain functions, but keep her from using external audio processing gear.
James mostly interacts with VR to play video games, but is interested in the technology for communications projects.
He is working on a system to do presentations in digital spaces using VR.
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I was inspired by the ergonomics of simple objects.
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Magnetic Strap
Allows for use independent from the hand strap.
Symmetry
Intelligently switches between right and left hand, avoiding tedious checking.
Slim Profile
Stays out of the way for use of external gear and keyboards.