Smart pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
How to use is up to you

May to get used to the new environment. I found an interesting pen that could be used as a little material at meetings and drinking parties, so I will introduce it.

"InstruMMents" is a pen-type device that can measure the size of space and objects by rolling the roller on the top of the pen. It has been on sale at SoftBank SELECTION online shop and Futakotamagawa Tsutaya Home Appliances since February this year.

Smart pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
"World's first" pen-type device that can measure space "InstruMMents"

A dedicated smartphone app is required for use (iOS / Android compatible, free). Just press the top of the pen and link it with your smartphone via Bluetooth, then just roll it along what you want to measure. The rubber material that adheres easily and the guide of the laser pointer measure accurately in units of 0.1 mm.

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
Press the top to work together

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
Using the laser as a guide (measure the length of the pink notebook)

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
As you roll around ...

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
Display results in 0.1 mm increments

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
Seems pretty accurate

You can check and share the measurement results with the app. In addition, it is packed with convenient functions such as changing units such as millimeters, centimeters, and inches, continuously registering "length / width / height", and saving measurement results. It may be good to record the length that you usually use, such as furniture and body size.

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
The measurement result is

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
Can be converted to data

In addition, it is possible to measure curved surfaces and the height of children, which are usually difficult to measure with a ruler. It also has a function to notify you by blinking the laser at regular intervals.

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
curved surface

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
Around the legs

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
The length of the mosquito coil ...?

There are three types of pen tip variations: ballpoint pens, pencils, and styluses that operate the LCD screens of smartphones and tablets. It seems that he is particular about the center of gravity and writing taste, so he can carry it as a writing tool on a regular basis. There are quite a few situations where you can use it, such as measuring your body size while shopping online, quickly measuring exhibits at a furniture store, or using it for DIY. However, the drawback is that it is difficult to obtain dedicated batteries and equipment for overseas products ... (can be used continuously for up to 6 months or more).

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
3 types of pen tips

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
Simple and sophisticated design

Pen with tape measure "InstruMMents"
There are some overseas products whose equipment is not Japanese standard (scheduled to be sold soon)

The price is 16,000 yen (excluding tax), which is not a price that you can buy on impulse, but it is a gadget that men who like digital things will definitely bite. It may be a good gift for a little strange.