ORPHE SMART SHOES

Orphe Sneakers serve as Bluetooth audio-visual controllers and a customizable light display system. Each sole features 100 serially controlled LEDs that allow users – think dancers, DJs and other performance artists – to map movements to sound and light. In their iOS app you can create your own unique lighting plans or maps. Share these maps online with other wearers and inspire the Orphe artist community.

The API is open so developers can create their own applications for the hardware.  Currently set for sale in 5 sizes, there are still a few packages available on Indiegogo for $299 (approx #60,000). If the campaign breaks $70,000 (approx #14m), they’ll add two more sizes and the full suite of apps – [OSX at $50,000 (#10m) and Android at $70,000 (#14m)].