Developing Apps for Wearable Devices
After reading this article, you’ll: Grasp the current landscape of wearable technology, including various device types and the growing market opportunities for innovative wearable apps. Understand the unique challenges and considerations in wearable app development, such as design constraints, battery life limitations, and cross-platform compatibility issues. Learn about the technical aspects of creating wearable apps, […]
Wearables 101: Is 10,000 Steps a Day Really Necessary?
Reaching 10,000 steps in one day is much easier said than done. Depending on your stride length, this adds up to about 4 to 5 miles of steps a day. For most people, 10,000 is a reach goal, with 5,000 or even 8,000 steps being more easily-attainable goals. Where did the concept of 10,000 steps […]
Wearables: How Accurate Are They? — Part 2
Thousands of people around the world have taken a more proactive approach to their health thanks to wearables. Through a combination of the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and health app development, these devices allow users to monitor their steps taken, calories burned, heart rates, and more. But just how accurate are they? […]
Wearables: How Accurate Are They? — Part 1
Wearables are one of the greatest technological marvels of our time. Emerging from a combination of the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and health app development, these devices were originally employed to track steps. But those days are long gone — wearable technology has transcended this single use case to become something much […]
4 MedTech Trends Changing Healthcare for the Better
Healthcare is undergoing a radical digital transformation. Since it’s a field that affects all of us, it’s important to be aware of the trends that are disrupting this space. Let’s take a look at the 4 MedTech trends changing healthcare for the better in 2019. 1. Wearable Devices While fitness and health apps are nothing […]
Is Your Sweat the Future of Health Tech?
Medical tech development is one of the most exciting fields to be in. There’s no shortage of innovation, and solutions to problems can take many different shapes and sizes. But a new device is leaving even seasoned health techies astounded. A soft, wearable, and wireless patch is currently being tested to analyze the chemical contents […]
Healthcare Wearables Have Vast Untapped Potential
Wearables have immense potential to improve how we approach healthcare. But adoption of this technology has been moving at a snail’s pace. In this post, we’ll examine the current state of wearables, what’s holding them back, and possible developments we can expect to see soon. Where Wearables Stand Right Now There’s been no shortage of […]
Casio Opens New Opportunities for Wearable App Developers
Smartwatches have always had a cool factor, but they’ve struggled to see widespread adoption by casual users as other fitness wearables. Casio is betting that they can bridge this divide with the WSD-F10, a new smartwatch aimed at rugged, real-world use in the great outdoors. For Apple Watch app developers and Android Wear app developers, […]
Microsoft’s Wearable Device Band Gets Feature Upgrades
Microsoft’s compelling wearable smart device, Band, recently got an upgrade with new features that make the device more comparable with the basic functionality of more well-known smartwatch devices like the Apple Watch. The biggest change has been the addition of music control and activity reminders, positioning the wearable as a worthwhile consideration for Bluetooth app […]