The Chinese company Xiaomi, according to Internet sources, is exploring the possibility of releasing a new wearable device. The description of the gadget is given in the recently published patent documentation.
The application for registration of the invention was filed on behalf of the Beijing company Xiaomi Mobile Software Co. The document is called «Smart glasses and glasses case» (Smart glasses and glasses case).
Xiaomi thinks about glasses with therapeutic functions. It is assumed that the device will be able to generate sound signals, electromagnetic waves, as well as light radiation (ultraviolet, infrared and / or visible).
According to the developers, the gadget will help in the treatment of various disorders and mental illnesses. These can be, for example, headaches, chronic fatigue, depression, anxiety, etc. In addition, glasses will help relieve eye strain after prolonged work at the computer.
Judging by the patent illustration, the outside of the device will look like regular glasses. It is said that there are various emitters to generate signals of one type or another. Power will be provided by the built-in rechargeable battery.
Alas, it is not yet clear when such a gadget may appear on the commercial market.