S3 E9: Reinventing the Value of Touch with Haptic Innovation in Wearables, Fashion & Art

Today, most product innovations are focused on two senses: vision and audio. However, this overlooks the experiences of over 2.2 billion people with vision impairment or blindness, leaving them unable to fully engage with the world. When Keith Kirkland first recognized this issue, he was struck by curiosity: How could his passions for fashion, technology, industrial design, and engineering contribute to making a difference? Haptic innovation was the answer, yet it remained largely unknown by many, including Keith himself until later in life.

As he delved into building wearable technology, such as his work as the co-founder of WearWorks, Keith discovered the profound impact of understanding touch experiences—vibrations, motions, and applied forces—on users. Today, he leads the charge in redefining touch innovation and invites you to explore the world of haptic technology and innovation. Welcome to Dear Workplace.

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