Ikea is partnering with prosthetics company Unyq and e-sports company Area Academy to create a line of accessories for gamers. Called Uppkoppla, which means “online,” the 3D-printed line is meant to provide custom-made fits for gamers, including those with mobility issues. The first products include a wrist brace, textured key caps for better grip, and a mouse bungee, which keeps cords out of the way while you play.
The Uppkoppla line is created from a technique developed by Unyq, which uses body scans to create 3D-printed products with personal fits. The first prototypes and an app to measure biometrics were revealed at Democratic Design Days, Ikea’s annual product conference.
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