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Explore the concept of Tamagotchat - a digital character representing close friends, built and owned by the user, shared selectively, measuring intrusion levels, enhancing interaction, and conveying habits subtly. Discover a unique way to create a playful and interactive space rich in visual cues.
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Tamagotchat by Alexei Samoylov
Text - What Are We Missing? • Relying on text to convey thoughts/feelings (: ^_^ :P ?!? • A picture is worth a thousand words (sometimes) • No extensive mode of interaction (i.e. *hug*, *sigh* - non-realtime turntaking)
Solution? • Tamagotchat (remember Tamagotchi?) • A character representing close friends • Built and owned by the person whom it represents • Only shared with most trusted people
Another Paperclip? • Yes and No • Personal • Measuring the annoyance factor (customizing intrusion)
And it does what? • Establishes permanent interactive (playful) environment • Provides rich visual cues • Allows for unlimited creativity • Semi-transparent shared space • Conveys habits