Bringing Energy to Meeting Rooms

How Emotion AI is Transforming the Workplace

A capsule toy dispenser that detects the mood of a conversation through voice analysis and releases a piece of gum when the discussion reaches a peak of engagement.

Issue

Unlocking New Possibilities for Emotion AI

At the core of Emoi Gacha is Empath, an AI engine that analyzes emotions from voice data. While Empath is widely used in call centers and customer service, its applications in everyday workplaces were relatively unknown.

To showcase a new use case for Emotion AI, Konel collaborated with Empath to develop a rapid prototype, reimagining how AI could enhance office meetings.

Creation

盛り上がりの倍々ゲーム

エモいガチャはマイクを搭載しており、Empathによるリアルタイム解析によって「場の盛り上がり」を察知し、閾値を超えるとガチャが回ってガムが出てくる仕組みとなっている。会議での盛り上げを加速するともに、結果をデータ化することで盛り上げ上手なメンバーを抽出できる可能性がある。ガムが出てきたことによって、さらに盛り上がる、つまりは盛り上がりの倍々ゲームが会議室から起こされていくコンセプトでプレスリリースを行った。

Future

A Game That Fuels Engagement

Equipped with a microphone, Emoi Gacha continuously monitors conversations. When Empath detects a high-energy discussion surpassing a certain threshold, the machine dispenses gum.

This setup not only encourages more dynamic meetings but also collects data on participation, potentially identifying employees who excel at energizing discussions. The concept was framed as a "multiplier effect" on engagement—as gum is dispensed, excitement grows, leading to even livelier discussions.