News and Reviews of Wearable Technology
WHAT Virtual Reality headset and controllers with no tethering cable. WHY Standalone device means you are free to move around without fear of tripping over cables VR lets you try potentially dangerous activities (fly a plane, ER training, defusing explosives) without physical risk Total immersion in virtual reality worlds Social interaction with friends via the... Continue Reading →
Heart rate monitor with haptic sensor for training you how to lower (or raise) blood pressure.
Assistive aid to alleviate motion sickness. Can be worn over regular glasses.
Software in the cloud, which means you can make a cheap robot smarter over time, without needing to replace the hardware.
A smartwatch to teach kids to follow a routine. Less nagging for parents, more independence and self-esteem for kids.
CES 2018: new products for the hearing-impaired and those with low vision. Plus three big takeaways.
Want a battery that can stretch and twist? You got it.
Even better, it's microbial-based, so human sweat delivers fuel for the microbes. Perfect for wearable tech that measures fitness. No word yet on how or if you clean it...
Demo from a DIY wearables workshop. This solves the perennial problem of not being able to see what's at the bottom of your bag.
Curious about how wearables work, I took part in a workshop at Helio Makerspace in Montreal: Electronics 101. After a thorough lecture on circuit theory by instructor, Murray Pearson, we got down to making circuits using LED lights (aka "throwies"), coin cell batteries, breadboards (for connecting wires) and a multimeter (measuring voltage/current) which we got to... Continue Reading →
Surrounded by other neurotech enthusiasts and experts, I tried the Muse headband at a local NeuroTechX event in Montreal. Our questions ranged from practical to highly technical.
Eyewear with hidden sensors to detect brain activity. Bio-feedback to train you to calm down and focus. Meditation made easy.
Interactive temporary tattoos used to send and receive data. Input device (trackpad), output display, communication.
Health monitoring for your cat or dog. By vets for pet owners. More than a FitBit for your pet.
Wireless earbuds for Noise-cancellation, audio-streaming and Real-Time language translation.
Accurately predicts fertility window up to 5 days in advance. Tracks changes in hormonal levels, skin temperature, stress levels, sleep quality.
Wearables That Work 