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Meet Ripple: A tentacle-shaped wearable device for flirting

By Nushmia Khan
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This new wearable device is supposed to make meeting people easier. Called Ripple, the device was designed by students at the Royal College of Arts in London.

Using two built-in cameras, the device monitors the environment around you, sending you a signal when someone’s gaze lingers on you. After helping you identify your admirer, Ripple’s tentacles will start moving flirtatiously if it senses there’s a mutual attraction. You can see Ripple in action in the video above.

After all, why keep swiping on Tinder when you can wear tentacles on your shoulders?

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