Daniel Wessolek
ABSTRACT
This paper presents results from experimentation with and subsequent possibilities of using an ambient light sensor connected to an audio amplifier, as well as a derived DIY kit: the Flickerfon. From the perspective of Interaction Design and Media Architecture, this paper focuses on presenting three different scenarios: a 'friendly neighborhood' or silent party scenario, an exhibition scenario, and the use of the Flickerfon as an instrument for exploring visual phenomena where the perception speed of the visual sense is slower than that of the auditory. By sending sound through visual light it becomes possible to mix different sound sources and benefit from the directional properties of light.
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Index Terms
- Switching sensory domains: exploring the possibilities of a flickerfon
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