Pavlok
| Pavlok | |
|---|---|
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| Category | Limb-mounted |
| Developer | Pavlok, Inc. [1] |
| Announced | November 2014 [2][3] |
| Released | Developers: (unknown)
Consumers: November 2015 (for crowdfunding backers)[4] |
| Price | 180 USD [5][6] |
| Operating system | none (can connect to smartphone) |
| Sensors |
none |
| Weight | g (unspecified)[7] |
| Controls |
button, smartphone [8] |
| Data available | Good |
| Risk factor | Low |
| Standalone | |
| http://pavlok.com/hello.php | |
Pavlok is a wearable device the size of a watch that is worn on the wrist. It delivers an electric shock to the user either upon pressing the button or by a wireless signal sent from a paired smartphone. The device is meant to be used to break bad habits such as smoking by a method of classical conditioning.
Contents
Main characteristics
The device consists of a silicone armband and the hardware module that fits inside the armband enclosure. It also comes with a smartphone app for Android or iOS systems.[9] The device is worn the same way as a regular wristwatch. Upon pressing the button, the module discharges electrical current into user's wrist. The voltage can be controlled via the smartphone app or by double tapping the device, and can range from 50 to 450 volts.[10][11]
The smartphone app can be set so it delivers the electrical discharge after certain conditions are met, e.g. when the user impulsively checks their Facebook page or when they overspend. This can be set in the smartphone app or with an IFTTT 'recipe'.[12]
Purpose
Company & People
Important Dates
Enhancement/Therapy/Treatment
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Public & Media Impact and Presentation
Public Policy
Related Technologies, Projects or Scientific Research
References
- ↑ http://www.bloomberg.com/research/stocks/private/snapshot.asp?privcapId=286370633
- ↑ https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pavlok-breaks-bad-habits
- ↑ http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-30182607
- ↑ https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pavlok-breaks-bad-habits#/updates
- ↑ https://buy.pavlok.com/collections/frontpage
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/PavlokWearable/shop?rid=260797560787639&rt=9
- ↑ https://pavlok.groovehq.com/knowledge_base/topics/how-much-does-it-weigh
- ↑ https://pavlok.groovehq.com/knowledge_base/topics/how-to-adjust-zap-settings-for-your-pavlok?from_search=true
- ↑ https://buy.pavlok.com/pages/pavlok-apps-and-integrations
- ↑ https://pavlok.groovehq.com/knowledge_base/topics/general-product-specifications
- ↑ https://buy.pavlok.com/pages/how-it-works
- ↑ https://ifttt.com/pavlok
