Glossary What is Wearable Technology?
By null / 1 Jan 2023 / Topics: Immersive technology Devices
Wearable technology refers to any hand-free device that a user carries with them like they would an accessory, such as watches, jewelry and eyeglasses. These devices provide computing power to complete a variety of tasks and can be carried anywhere. Common wearable devices include:
- Immersive technology headsets
- Spatial computing headsets
- Smart watches
- Health monitoring sensors
Wearable technology can be easily integrated into a person’s day-to-day tasks. These technologies are often used to help improve productivity, support data collection initiatives and improve health outcomes.
Growing use of wearable solutions
Wearable technology has grown in popularity as processing power and networking connectivity have increased in availability. Smaller processors have also allowed for more wearable technology to be created and adopted.
Businesses can integrate wearable technology into their workforce to support workloads, including manufacturing and healthcare organizations. The technology can be used on the factory floor or by patients to improve access to critical information that drive positive outcomes around productivity and health and safety.
The rise of the metaverse — interactive 3D environments that allow immersive interactions between users and objects — has also increased the use of wearable technology where users wear headsets that immerse them in the metaverse.
Wearable technology is expected to grow in popularity as their processing power increases. Users will have fast and reliable access to information and communication tools — expanding how and where they can be productive.
