At CES 2015, the Consumer Electronics Trade Show, Forward Thinking explored the latest in wearable technology. Join us as we delve into this emerging industry that is transforming the products of today with the technology of tomorrow.
Wearables have come a long way from being mere buzzwords to a full-fledged industry. In fitness and health, Wahoo Fitness’s Tickr X chest sensor tracks workouts, running style, and workout intensity. InBody wristbands monitor activity levels, heart rate, and body fat percentage. And Ming-Young Biomedical Corporation has woven sensors into fabric for innovative shirts. Sensoria’s socks, paired with an ankle sensor, provide feedback on running form, preventing injuries.
Wearables are expanding beyond fitness, as exemplified by the Narrative Clip 2 camera that captures life’s moments, and the Muse headband that measures brain waves to facilitate relaxation through feedback. This is just a glimpse of the wide range of applications wearables have to offer, from health to memory preservation and beyond. The future of computers is undoubtedly wearable, prompting the question: what are you wearing, and what does it do? Share your thoughts and keep the conversation going.