"We're living through a strange moment where our refrigerators are smarter than ever, our thermostats learn our habits, and now, apparently, dogs can control household appliances. The Dogosophy Button, developed by researchers at The Open University's Animal-Computer Interaction Laboratory, is a wireless switch designed specifically for canine use. Think of it as a smart home device, but instead of asking Alexa, you're teaching your golden retriever."
"The button is the result of years of serious research led by Professor Clara Mancini, who runs the ACI Lab. Initially created for assistance dogs who need to help their owners turn on lights, fans, or kettles, the button has now been launched to the public for any dog owner who wants to give their pet a bit more agency."
"Dogs see the world differently than we do, and blue happens to be one of the colors they can recognize most clearly. The button's push pad is a bright blue, set against a white casing that creates high contrast, making it easier to spot against floors, walls, or furniture. The slightly curved, raised shape means dogs can press it from various angles without needing pinpoint accuracy, which anyone who's watched a dog enthusiastically miss their water bowl can appreciate."
The Dogosophy Button is a wireless switch built for canine use that allows dogs to activate lights, fans, kettles, and other smart-home devices. It was initially created for assistance dogs and is now available to general dog owners to increase pet agency. Dogosophy designs technology around canine perception and interaction rather than forcing animals to adapt to human habits. The device uses a bright blue push pad against a white casing for high contrast, with a slightly curved raised shape and textured surface to support nose or paw presses. A sturdy plastic casing endures repeated use while a soft internal light provides visual feedback when pressed.
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