Advances in Technologies Widen Market Opportunities for Wearable Computing Devices Use
Wearable computing devices are electronic computer based equipment or devices that can be incorporated on a body or into an item of clothing. These small electronic devices provide the user with wireless networking and mobile computing. Currently, wearable computing devices come with wireless communication capabilities, microchips, and various sensors which can track activities, collect data, and provide enhanced customer experience. The devices range from providing limited, very specific features such as heart rate monitoring to advanced functions similar to those of smartphones. Wearable computing devices allow the wearer to browse the internet via applications, take and view videos or pictures, and read emails and text messages. The advantages of wearable computing devices include real time data provision, local storage, and portable design. Some examples of wearable computing devices include smart watches, smart contact lenses and glasses, and smart fabrics and e-textiles. Marke...