TechnologyAugust 28, 2026

haptic

HAP-tik

Definition

Relating to the sense of touch or the use of tactile feedback to communicate information.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'haptikos,' meaning 'able to touch or grasp.' It entered English scientific vocabulary in the early 20th century to describe the sense of touch.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe how the Predict bike communicates road hazards through vibrations in the handlebars. This allows riders to receive safety alerts without needing to look away from the road at a screen.

Canyon Revolutionizes Cycling with AI-Driven Predict Concept Bike at Eurobike 2026

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