Download - Technology Trends: Wearable Technology
Wearable Technology
Genny Cabral & Rosemarie Legge
HISTORY19982000
Every Year After
MEDICALInnovative
BUT
Is It User Friendly
SENSUS Pain Management
System
LightweightEasy controlComfortableConcealable
MEDICAL
MEDICALSign Language Rings
tracks signing & translates
bracelet storage
MEDICALNuubo’s nECG
continuous cardiac monitoring system
BlendFix® sensor
ATHLETICBeen Around for Years
BUT
Evolving
ATHLETICWithings Pulse
synchronizes
data in perspective
captures all
ATHLETICLG Lifeband
Bluetooth
workout tracker
heart rate headphones
ATHLETICNike+ FuelBand SE
score competition
synchronizes only Apple products
RECREATIONAL
In Demand
BUT
Pricey
RECREATIONALGoogle Glass
wearable computing
eyewear
first person view
RECREATIONALBluetooth
Wi-FiGPS
SpeakersCamera
MicrophoneTouchpad
iPhones too
RECREATIONALNavigational Helmet
uses light to tell directions
manual
coordinates
safer
FASHIONGrowing Industry
BUT
Lack of Popularity & Practicality
FASHIONWearable Solar
clothing that contain solar cells
lightweight garments
FASHION
resembles human cells
convert to energy
one hour minimum
FASHION
Morph Dress
motion sensor dress
triggers wing image
HELPFUL OR USELESS
CONCLUSION
QUESTIONS?