timbrella
Timbrella is a neologism used primarily in speculative design, design fiction, and niche product concepts to describe umbrellas or umbrella-like devices that integrate audio, sensory feedback, or interactive soundscapes with weather protection. In discussions, timbrella can refer to both fictional devices depicted in literature or media and real-world prototypes that experiment with sonic or tactile cues in response to weather conditions. There is no universally accepted definition, and the term is not widely used in mainstream product design or meteorology.
Etymology and usage: The word timbrella appears to be a portmanteau of timbre, a term for the
Examples and themes: In design fiction, timbrella concepts are used to explore how sound can augment weather