Tap the Konnect-I Backpack strap to unlock a slew of gesture control features thanks to Google’s Project Jacquard .
(Photo via Google) Google and Samsonite teamed up to integrate Jacquard « ambient computing » technology into two new products. The Konnect-I Backpack—available in Slim ($200) and Standard ($220)—joins the Jacquard collection, alongside connected sneakers, a denim jacket, and a fashion-forward rucksack. « The heart of Jacquard is the Jacquard Tag, a tiny computer built to make everyday items more helpful, » Ivan Poupyrev, director of engineering for the Google Advanced Technology and Projects (ATAP) group, wrote in a blog announcement. « Whether it’s touch or movement-based, the tag can interpret different inputs customized for the garments and gear we’ve collaborated with brands to create.
