Like-A-Hug: Trio design vest that 'hugs' upon each Facebook 'Like'

When a Facebook friend of someone wearing the Like-A-Hug vest 'Like's a photo, video, or status update on her Wall, the vest inflates giving her a hug-like effect.

October 08, 2012 / 15:55 IST

The virtual world always draws parallels between real life and itself. Recently, Facebook launched 'Gifts', a service that lets users send real gifts to loved ones. Now, the Like-A-Hug vest from Melissa Chow, Andy Payne, and Phil Seaton at the MIT Media Lab makes Facebook Likes seem more real. Click here for full story

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first published: Oct 8, 2012 03:46 pm

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