Google Glass may be history, but wearable technology seems to be a buzzword and finally inching closer to the mainstream. With the launch of Apple Watch, the war seems to be getting fierce. The launch of the Apple Watch sets open whole new world of possibilities and raises the expectations that wearable technology will take off in a phenomenal way. Statistics are already in favor of the wearable technology.
According to CSS Insight's global wearables forecast, sales of wearable will jump from 29 million units in 2014 to 172 million by 2018. Juniper Research predicts global revenues from wearables reaching an all-time high of $53.2 billion by 2019, a nearly 12-fold increase compared to 2014.
From devices and apps that help you track heart rate to calorie count, it is all about quantifying yourself. As users increasingly save health-related data and medical insights electronically, there are chances of risks and data compromise.
What is wearable technology?
Wearable technology is not just about Google glass, Apple Watch or fitness wristbands. This technology empowers devices worn by a person to communicate directly to the network either through cell connectivity or another mobile device, primarily using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth®. But a wearable gadget is not just a fitness tracker! Wearable technology comes in devices of different shapes and form such as smart watches, glasses, heads-up displays (HUD), fitness trackers, navigation devices, and smart clothing.
Here is a quick look at the latest in the wearable technology that is pushing wearable tech into mainstream lives of users.
Skully Motorcycle Helmet
Skully is a motor cycle helmet equipped with a 180-degree rearview camera and GPS navigation. The traditional looks of the helmet takes you by surprise. Skully is DOT/ECE certified helmet shell that offers intelligent audio, hands-free calling, GPS navigation, and music streaming. The helmet’s software can be controlled with voice. Skully helmet comes with a heavy price tag of $1,500.
SMS Audio BioSport Earbuds
Now here comes a wearable without the need to regularly charge them. Sounds too good to be true. With SMS Audio BioSport Earbuds, you don’t have to worry about charging. Its 3.5 mm gold-plated audio jack delivers robust power for biometric monitoring. There is no need to replace or consistently recharge. Powered by Intel, the BioSport™ tactfully combines Studio Mastered Sound with accurate and high precision biometric monitoring. With built-in optical sensor, users can monitor heart rate during workout with this sweat-and water-resistant ear buds. SMS Audio BioSport Earbuds cost $150.
Digitsole
Who says wearable technology is limited to the wrist. Not anymore. Digitsole is an insole that can be controlled via your smartphone. It is connected, water-resistant and heated insole that can be controlled with your smartphone. The Digitsole app is equipped with Bluetooth® 4.0 connection so that you can warm your feet and easily keep a track of your entire day with a click. The $200 soles add a layer of padding in your footwear to absorb shock and vibrations as you walk and run.
Quell
Don’t confuse this wearable gadget with a sports band or brace. Quell packs a powerful pack of advanced-level neurotechnology. Quellis helps users suffering from chronic pain conditions. It is a drug-free and FAD approved device. Accelerometer adjusts to sleep mode during rest. Bluetooth® technology lets you connect to an iOS app to control features, track your therapy, quality of sleep and history.
Synopsis
It is really exciting to see the wearable device and its ability to operate in the real world to bring about practical changes in people’s lives. Wearable technology has the power to revolutionize industries and literally transform the way we live. However, the major challenge facing wearables is lack of high-quality apps.
Many apps simply become extensions of their smartphones and in some cases provide far less compared to smartphones. The app experience is absolutely vital because it lets you make sense of the information collected.
In future wearable technology might allow users to perform many more functions than current technology can. And that future is not far away.
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