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Wearable Devices: Mudra Band Expands Apple Vision Pro Gesture Controls to All Apple Devices

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Wearable Devices (Nasdaq: WLDS) has announced that its Mudra Band now supports Apple Vision Pro (AVP), extending gesture control across all Apple devices. The Mudra Band uses Surface Nerve Conductance (SNC) sensors to detect neural signals from the wrist, translating them into hand and finger gestures. This integration allows users to control their Apple devices using the same gestures as those used on the AVP, enabling seamless interaction across the entire Apple ecosystem.

Users can switch between devices directly from the Mudra Band watch face, maintaining consistency in their interactions. This development is particularly beneficial for users who prefer alternative input methods, offering a way to navigate Vision OS without relying on eye movements. The Mudra Band supports simple point, click, pinch & hold gestures, similar to AVP gestures, for controlling various Apple devices and applications.

I dispositivi indossabili (Nasdaq: WLDS) hanno annunciato che il loro Mudra Band ora supporta Apple Vision Pro (AVP), estendendo il controllo gestuale a tutti i dispositivi Apple. Il Mudra Band utilizza sensori di conduzione nervosa superficiale (SNC) per rilevare segnali neurali dal polso, traducendoli in gesti delle mani e delle dita. Questa integrazione consente agli utenti di controllare i loro dispositivi Apple utilizzando gli stessi gesti di quelli utilizzati su AVP, permettendo uninterazione senza soluzione di continuità in tutto l'ecosistema Apple.

Gli utenti possono passare tra i dispositivi direttamente dalla watch face del Mudra Band, mantenendo coerenza nelle loro interazioni. Questo sviluppo è particolarmente vantaggioso per gli utenti che preferiscono metodi di input alternativi, offrendo un modo per navigare in Vision OS senza fare affidamento sui movimenti oculari. Il Mudra Band supporta gesti semplici come puntare, cliccare, pizzicare e tenere, simili ai gesti AVP, per controllare vari dispositivi e applicazioni Apple.

Los dispositivos portables (Nasdaq: WLDS) han anunciado que su Mudra Band ahora es compatible con Apple Vision Pro (AVP), ampliando el control gestual a todos los dispositivos de Apple. El Mudra Band utiliza sensores de conductancia nerviosa superficial (SNC) para detectar señales neuronales desde la muñeca, traduciendo estas en gestos de mano y dedos. Esta integración permite a los usuarios controlar sus dispositivos Apple utilizando los mismos gestos que se utilizan en el AVP, lo que facilita uninteracción fluida en todo el ecosistema de Apple.

Los usuarios pueden cambiar entre dispositivos directamente desde la esfera del reloj Mudra Band, manteniendo la consistencia en sus interacciones. Este desarrollo es especialmente beneficioso para los usuarios que prefieren métodos de entrada alternativos, ofreciendo una forma de navegar por Vision OS sin depender de los movimientos oculares. El Mudra Band admite gestos simples como señalar, hacer clic, pellizcar y mantener, similares a los gestos de AVP, para controlar varios dispositivos y aplicaciones de Apple.

웨어러블 기기(Nasdaq: WLDS)는 자사의 무드라 밴드가 이제 애플 비전 프로(AVP)를 지원하여 모든 애플 기기에서 제스처 컨트롤을 확장한다고 발표했습니다. 무드라 밴드는 표면 신경 전도(SNC) 센서를 사용하여 손목에서 신경 신호를 감지하고 이를 손과 손가락 제스처로 변환합니다. 이 통합은 사용자가 AVP에서 사용되는 것과 동일한 제스처를 사용하여 애플 기기를 제어할 수 있게 하여애플 생태계 전반에 걸쳐 원활한 상호작용을 가능하게 합니다.

사용자는 무드라 밴드 시계 화면에서 직접 기기 간 전환이 가능하여 상호작용의 일관성을 유지할 수 있습니다. 이 개발은 대체 입력 방식을 선호하는 사용자에게 특히 유용하며, 눈 움직임에 의존하지 않고도 Vision OS를 탐색할 수 있는 방법을 제공합니다. 무드라 밴드는 다양한 애플 기기 및 애플리케이션을 제어하기 위해 AVP 제스처와 유사한 간단한 포인트, 클릭, 핀치 및 홀드 제스처를 지원합니다.

Les dispositifs portables (Nasdaq: WLDS) ont annoncé que leur Mudra Band prend désormais en charge Apple Vision Pro (AVP), étendant le contrôle gestuel à tous les appareils Apple. Le Mudra Band utilise des capteurs de conductance nerveuse de surface (SNC) pour détecter des signaux neuronaux provenant du poignet, les traduisant en gestes de la main et des doigts. Cette intégration permet aux utilisateurs de contrôler leurs appareils Apple en utilisant les mêmes gestes que ceux utilisés sur l'AVP, rendant possible une interaction fluide dans tout l'écosystème Apple.

Les utilisateurs peuvent passer d'un appareil à l'autre directement depuis l'écran de montre du Mudra Band, maintenant ainsi une cohérence dans leurs interactions. Ce développement est particulièrement bénéfique pour les utilisateurs qui préfèrent des méthodes d'entrée alternatives, offrant un moyen de naviguer dans Vision OS sans s'appuyer sur les mouvements oculaires. Le Mudra Band prend en charge des gestes simples comme pointer, cliquer, pincer et maintenir, similaires aux gestes AVP, pour contrôler divers appareils et applications Apple.

Wearable Devices (Nasdaq: WLDS) hat angekündigt, dass ihr Mudra Band jetzt Apple Vision Pro (AVP) unterstützt und somit die Gestensteuerung auf alle Apple-Geräte erweitert. Das Mudra Band verwendet Oberflächen-Nervenkonduktion (SNC)-Sensoren, um neuronale Signale vom Handgelenk zu erfassen und in Hand- und Fingerbewegungen umzuwandeln. Diese Integration ermöglicht es den Nutzern, ihre Apple-Geräte mit denselben Gesten zu steuern, die auch bei AVP verwendet werden, was eine nahtlose Interaktion im gesamten Apple-Ökosystem ermöglicht.

Die Nutzer können direkt von dem Zifferblatt des Mudra Band zwischen den Geräten wechseln und dabei die Konsistenz in ihren Interaktionen beibehalten. Diese Entwicklung ist besonders vorteilhaft für Nutzer, die alternative Eingabemethoden bevorzugen, da sie eine Möglichkeit bietet, Vision OS zu navigieren, ohne sich auf Augenbewegungen zu verlassen. Das Mudra Band unterstützt einfache Gesten wie Zeigen, Klicken, Kneifen und Halten, die den AVP-Gesten ähnlich sind, um verschiedene Apple-Geräte und Anwendungen zu steuern.

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  • Integration of Mudra Band with Apple Vision Pro, expanding its compatibility across all Apple devices
  • Potential for increased market reach within the Apple ecosystem
  • Offering alternative input methods for Vision OS navigation
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Wearable Devices' Mudra Band integration with Apple Vision Pro marks a significant leap in cross-device gesture control. This innovation extends AVP-like interactions to the entire Apple ecosystem, potentially disrupting traditional input methods. The Surface Nerve Conductance technology translates neural signals into gestures, offering a unique alternative to eye-tracking in Vision OS. This could be particularly appealing for users with eye mobility or those seeking more intuitive device control.

However, the success of this technology hinges on its accuracy and user adoption. If Mudra Band can deliver a seamless, lag-free experience across devices, it could become a game-changer in human-computer interaction. The potential for this technology extends beyond Apple devices, possibly influencing future wearable designs and interaction paradigms across the tech industry.

The Mudra Band's expansion to support Apple Vision Pro could significantly impact Wearable Devices 's market position. This move aligns with the growing trend of unified user experiences across devices, potentially attracting both tech enthusiasts and accessibility-focused consumers. The addressable market includes not just AVP users, but the broader Apple ecosystem, which boasts high customer loyalty and spending power.

However, the company faces challenges. The wearable tech market is highly competitive, with giants like Apple and Google investing heavily in their own solutions. Mudra Band's success will depend on its ability to offer a compelling value proposition and seamless integration. Additionally, the pricing strategy will be important - it must balance profitability with market penetration to gain traction in this premium segment.

While the Mudra Band's integration with Apple Vision Pro is technologically impressive, its financial impact on Wearable Devices (WLDS) remains uncertain. The company's stock performance has been volatile, reflecting the speculative nature of emerging tech investments. This announcement could drive short-term investor interest, but sustained financial growth depends on user adoption and revenue generation.

Investors should consider key financial metrics: sales growth, gross margins and cash burn rate. The company's ability to scale production and manage costs will be crucial. Additionally, potential licensing deals or partnerships with major tech companies could significantly impact future earnings. However, given the company's current market cap of $13.67M and financial history, this remains a high-risk investment with potential for high reward if the technology gains widespread adoption.

Mudra Band users can switch from the iPad to the Mac to Apple TV, hop from gaming to video streaming and between their favorite applications using simple gestures, which are similar to the AVP gestures

YOKNEAM ILLIT, ISRAEL, Aug. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wearable Devices Ltd. (the “Company” or “Wearable Devices”) (Nasdaq: WLDS, WLDSW), a technology growth company specializing in artificial intelligence (“AI")-powered touchless sensing wearables, announces that its Mudra Band now supports the Apple Vision Pro (“AVP”). This integration allows users to extend the gesture control experience across all Apple devices, including the Mac, iPad, Apple TV, iPhone and now also the AVP.

The Mudra Band uses Surface Nerve Conductance (SNC) sensors to detect neural signals from the wrist, translating them into hand and finger gestures. With this technology, users can now control their Apple devices using the same gestures as those used on the AVP, enabling seamless interaction across the entire Apple ecosystem.

This development is particularly beneficial for users who prefer alternative input methods, as the Mudra Band offers a way to navigate the Vision OS without relying on eye movements. Users can easily switch between their Apple devices directly from the Mudra Band watch face, maintaining consistency in their interactions.

Asher Dahan, Chief Executive Officer of Wearable Devices Ltd., commented, "We are pleased to enhance the user experience within the Apple ecosystem by offering gesture control through the Mudra Band. This integration allows users to maximize the functionality of their Apple devices with familiar and accessible input methods."

Mudra Band users can switch from the iPad to the Mac to Apple TV from the Mudra watch face, hop from gaming to video streaming and between their favorite applications and control their devices using simple point, click, pinch & hold gestures, which are similar to the AVP gestures.

To watch a demo video please visit: https://youtu.be/aMvEXSbtV44

Connecting the Mudra Band to Apple Vision Pro Blog:

https://mudra-band.com/blogs/news/connecting-the-mudra-band-to-apple-vision-pro

About Wearable Devices Ltd.

Wearable Devices Ltd. is a growth company developing AI-based neural input interface technology for the B2C and B2B markets. The Company’s flagship product, the Mudra Band for Apple Watch, integrates innovative AI-based technology and algorithms into a functional, stylish wristband that utilizes proprietary sensors to identify subtle finger and wrist movements allowing the user to “touchlessly” interact with connected devices. The Company also markets a B2B product, which utilizes the same technology and functions as the Mudra Band and is available to businesses on a licensing basis. Wearable Devices Is committed to creating disruptive, industry leading technology that leverages AI and proprietary algorithms, software, and hardware to set the input standard for the Extended Reality, one of the most rapidly expanding landscapes in the tech industry. The Company’s ordinary shares and warrants trade on the Nasdaq market under the symbol “WLDS” and “WLDSW”, respectively.

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wearabledevices@imsinvestorrelations.com


FAQ

What devices does the Mudra Band now support after the recent announcement?

The Mudra Band now supports all Apple devices, including Mac, iPad, Apple TV, iPhone, and the newly added Apple Vision Pro (AVP).

How does the Mudra Band by Wearable Devices (WLDS) detect user gestures?

The Mudra Band uses Surface Nerve Conductance (SNC) sensors to detect neural signals from the wrist, which are then translated into hand and finger gestures.

What types of gestures can Mudra Band users perform on Apple devices?

Mudra Band users can perform simple point, click, pinch & hold gestures, which are similar to the gestures used on the Apple Vision Pro (AVP).

How can users switch between different Apple devices using the Mudra Band?

Users can easily switch between their Apple devices directly from the Mudra Band watch face, maintaining consistency in their interactions across the Apple ecosystem.

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