The smartwatch has become synonymous with wearable technology, but the top June 2016 wearables employ a variety of other forms like earrings, helmets and t-shirts for tracking purposes.
While there are many wearable devices that are designed to monitor and analyze a range of activities, there are also models being developed for ultra-specific sports. For instance, Samsung developed a vibrating 'Blind Cap' to assist competitive swimmers who are blind or visually impaired. Similarly, the 'Whipper' is a device designed as a tool for rock climbers who want to track elevation.
Wearable technology is also being seamlessly integrated into clothing. Broadcast Wearables makes programmable LED t-shirts, while Qore Performance introduces wearable hydrating technology. Rather than existing solely in the tech industry, wearables recently had some time in the spotlight at the Met Gala with a Marchesa dress powered by IBM Watson.
Top 30 Wearable Innovations in June
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Senior-Friendly Wearables
The Omate Wherecom S3 Android Smart Watch is Designed for the Elderly
29
Automatic Shoe Lacers
The Rolling 8 Turns Laced Shoes into a Slip-On Footwear
28
Wearable Air Purifiers
The Breathe Device is a Small-Scale Filter System Designed for Personal Use
27
Wireless WiFi Backpacks
The Venture Knapsack Combines Luxe Design with Wearable Tech
26
Diabetes-Monitoring Devices
This Non-Invasive Device Helps Diabetics Keep Track Of Blood Sugar
25
Programmable LED Tees
This Digital T-Shirt Lets You Display Drawings and Text
24
Autonomous Wearable Cameras
The '61N' Allows for Autonomous Photo Shooting to Never Miss a Moment
23
Total Health-Tracking Wearables
The Huawei Honor Band A1 Smart Wristbands Measure UV Exposure
22
Supercomputer-Controlled Dresses
IBM Watson and Marchesa Create a Cognitive Gown for the Met Gala
21
Kid-Coding Wearable Tech
The Mover Kit by Technology Will Save Us Fosters Invention and Creativity
20
Social Media-Connected Sneakers
The 'SoSole' Footwear Design Encourages IRL Interaction
19
Stride-Analyzing Insoles
The 'Stridalyzer' Performance Shoe Insoles are Packed with Sensors
18
Stylish Fitness Watches
Garmin's 'Vivomove' Fitness Tracker Looks Like a Traditional Watch
17
Lifestyle-Tracking Earrings
These Information-Tracking Earrings Can Monitor Lifestyle Habits
16
Projected Smartwatch Screens
Samsung's Smartwatch Displays the Timeface Onto the Wearer's Skin
15
Sleep-Inducing Gadgets
The '2breathe' is a Chest Strap That Helps Soothe Wearers to Slumber
14
Sign Language-Translating Wearables
The SignAloud Gloves Translates Gestures into Audio
13
Tide-Tracking Smartwatches
The Nixon Unit Tide Water-Resistant Smartwatch is Rugged
12
Feminine Fitness Trackers
This Fitness Tracker Bracelet Has a Sleek and Elegant Design
11
Concussion-Detecting Helmets
This High-Tech Helmet Conducts EEG Tests to Detect Brain Injury
10
Accessibility Computer Peripherals
The CEBA 'GlassOuse' Mouse Redesigns the Mouse for the Disabled
9
Human Skin Touch Screens
The SkinTrack Allows Skin to Function as a Touch Screen
8
Car-Controlling Smartwatch Apps
Bentley's New Smartwatch App is Designed for Vehicle Control
7
Hydration-Enhancing Clothing
The Qore Performance Base Layer Clothing Keep Athletes More Hydrated
6
Rock Climber Wearables
The 'Whipper' Allows Climbing Enthusiasts to Track Elevation
5
Bio-Acoustic Music Wearables
This Wearable Device Translates Bodily Sounds Into Musical Data
4
Smart Swimming Caps
Samsung 'Blind Cap' Uses Vibrations to Connect Blind Swimmers and Coaches
3
Finger Motion-Sensing Keyboards
This Wearable Keyboard Converts Finger Movements into Key Presses
2
GPS-Integrated Activity Trackers
The Vivosmart HR+ Uses GPS Provide More Accurate Fitness Data
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Multi-Screen Smartwatches
Doppio's Wearable Technology Improves Functionality with Two Screens
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Industrial Design Smartwatches
The 176 CS-500 Smartwatch by Carl Hauser Has a Rugged Form
Discreetly Intelligent Timepieces
The G-SHOCK MOVE DWH5600 Tracks Heart Rate and More
Conceptual AI-Powered Wearables
The Rabbit R1 AI Watch by Alisher Ashimov is Feature-Rich
Wrist-Worn eSports Watches
The Conceptual MSI Gaming PC Watch by Eslam Mhd is Dragon-Themed
Rimless Smart Eyewear
Eddie Bauer Smart Eyewear Includes Voice Access to ChatGPT
Noninvasive Smartwatch Glucose Monitors
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Will Have Advanced Sensors
Multi-Sport Lifestyle Smartwatches
The COROS PACE 3 Has a Lightweight, Low-Profile Design
Consumer-Focused Smart Glasses
Vuzix is Launching its First Non-Enterprise 'Z100' Smart Glasses
Smart Safety Helmets
SmartHat is the Construction Wearable of the Future
Smartphone-Controlling Sneakers
The Samsung Shortcut Sneaker Can Perform Five On-Device Actions
Collaboration Automotive Smartwatches
The Porsche x Garmin Epix Pro Has an Elegant Yet Sporty Form
Multipurpose Diagnostic Health Monitors
Withings BeamO Shows Off a Four-in-One Design at CES 2024
Productivity-Focused Smart Glasses
The ASUS AirVision M1 Has Dual 1080p Micro OLED Displays
Wearable App-Connected AC Units
The Gloture 'WearCool' Maximizes Cooling When Out of the House
Wellness Bone Conduction Wearables
The 'Era Sync' Wearable Device by Luca Persico is Futuristic
AI-Powered Productivity Wearables
The Limitless Pendant Helps Professionals Enhance Productivity
Luxury Smartwatch Models
The Latest TAG Heuer Connected Wearables Come in Two Options
Connected Athletic Eyewear
Minimis Glass Tracks Workouts, Aids with Navigation and More
Wearable Temperature Control Units
The Sony REON POCKET 5 Offers 17-Hours of Climate Control
AI-Enabled Meditation Headbands
The BrainCo 'OxyZen' Monitors Brainwaves, Heart Rate and More
Smart Sleep Headbands
Somnee Has Been Noted as a Transformative Innovation by Fast Company
Wearable XR Neckbands
Viture's Pro Headband Enhances the Capabilities of its XR Glasses
Wearable Technology Gym Accessories
PROTECHT Wrist Wraps are Compatible for Use with Smartwatches
Accurate Wearable Hydration Sensors
FLOWBIO's S1 is a Sophisticated Hydration Monitor for Athletes
AI-Powered Swimwear Quizes
Carve Designs Introduces the Swim Quiz & Wair Fit Predictor Technology
Japan-Inspired Wearable Watch Rings
Casio and Stasto Stand Stones Present Timepiece Rings
Versatile Women-Focused Smartwatches
Garmin Unveils a Sleek New Wearable Smartwatch for Women
Emotion-Sensing Eyewear
Emteq Labs 'Sense' Offers AI-Powered Real-Time Analysis
Fashion-Forward Gadgets
This Open-Ear Earbud Concept Serves as a Functional Accessory
Recalibrating Sleep Wearables
retimer 3 Uses Light Therapy to Manage Sleep and Wakefulness
Groundbreaking Nutrition Management Platforms
The Drop by Rex.fit is Innovative & Convenient
AI-Powered Smartwatch Designs
Crossbeats Unveils the New 'Crossbeats Nexus' Smartwatch
Intuitive AI-Powered Smartwatches
The iQOO Watch GT Has the AI Smart Window Feature
Pocketable Handheld Devices
'Cake' is a Case That Transforms Apple Watches into Pocketable Devices
Habit-Building Wearable Devices
The Conceptual 'DAY ONE' Tracker Can Be Attached onto Anything
Clip-On Heart Monitors
Garmin's HRM-Fit Heart Rate Monitor for Women Attaches to Sports Bras
AI-Enhanced Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is a Wearable Assistant Without a Screen
Tablet-Integrated Fashion
The Lenovo Tab Wear Collection Explores the Concept of "Me Time"
Wearable Skin Sensors
HapSense Helps Scientists Accelerate the Analysis of Cosmetic Products
Featherlight Titanium Smart Rings
The Oura Ring 4 Captures Improved Health Metrics
AI-Enabled Posture Wearables
The 'Straight+' Posture Monitoring Wearable Gently Trains the Body
Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays
The 'zIng' Hand-Worn Smart Display by Anuj Pate is Intuitive
Cooling Menopause Wearables
The Terra System Automatically Cools Hot Flashes Throughout the Night
Healthy Habit-Promoting Wearables
The Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Has a Rotating Bezel
Wearable Sweat-Analyzing Patches
Sweanty Introduced a New Hydration Monitor that Uses Sweat
Blood Pressure-Tracking Smart Rings
The MOOV Ring Uses AI to Track 14 Different Measurements
Ruggedized Sustainable Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Powered by the S9 SiP
Tech-Enhanced Athlete Wearables
Nike and Hyperice Aim to Enhance Athletes' Warmup and Recovery
Real-Time Hydration Wearables
Geca Tracks Hydration All Day and Alerts Users of Dehydration
Carbon-Neutral Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 9 Shows off a Gesture Control Interface
AI-Fueled Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is Packed with Various Assistive Tech Tools
Athletic Output-Analyzing Wearables
NNOXX One Tracks Muscle Oxygenation and Nitric Oxide Levels
Practical Apparel Capsules
Hikesity Debuts its Technical Apparel, Influenced by Eastern Design
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
AI-Based Baby Wellness Monitors
Inspired by Wearables, Elora Enhances Safety, Well-Being and Care
Slender Metallic Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 10 Comes in Titanium and Aluminum
Omni-Compatible Budget Smartwatches
The Motorola Moto Watch 120 Works with Android and iOS Devices
Hybrid Health-Tracking Smartwatches
The Withings ScanWatch Light Offers Health Guidance
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The WatchOut WearPods Smartwatch Has a Multifunctional Design
Discreet Biofeedback Brain Trainers
The Flowtime® Brain Tag Captures Ample Data
Flagship Health Wearable Smartwatches
The Google Pixel Watch 2 Integrates FitBit Technology
Hydration-Optimizing Wearable Gadgets
THe hDrop Gen 2 is a Smart Hydration Monitor for Athletes
Anime-Themed Wearable Collections
Xiaomi Debuts the Genshin Impact Edition of the Smart Band 8 Pro
Senior-Targeted Wearable Devices
Lifeline Canada Debuts 'On The Go with Wandering'
Blood Pressure-Monitoring Smartwatches
The YHE BP Doctor FIT Takes Readings Around the Clock
Waterproof Smart Rings
Samsung's Galaxy Ring is a Venture to Move Forward with Galaxy AI
Demure Dive Computer Smartwatches
The Suunto Ocean is Ready for Adventures Below the Surface
Advanced Contextual Awareness Wearables
The Humane Ai Pin Connects Users Without Smartphones
Retro Digital Tracking Watches
Casio Presents the WS-B1000 Watch with a Simplistic Design
Sporty Cubic Smartwatch Models
The Redmi Watch 5 Active Offers 18 Days of Battery Life
Feature-Packed Smartwatches
Samsung Showed Off the Watch Ultra at its Summer Unpacked Event
Temperature-Monitoring Earrings
The Thermal Earring Continually Tracks the Wearer's Temperature
Hybrid Fitness Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 40 Strikes a Balance Between Device Styles
Sporty Vital-Tracking Smartwatches
The Polar Vantage V3 Boasts a Triple-Sensor Array
Health-Tracking Smart Rings
The 'Helio Ring' Monitors Exercise, Sleep and Health Metrics
Automated Insulin Delivery Wearables
The Tandem Mobi Works with or Without a Smartphone
Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers
The Easy Control Wearable Remote Streamlines Media Access
Wearable Stress Management Monitors
Stress & Anxiety Monitor App is a Tool That Records Triggers
Touch Message Wearables
The Bond Touch 4 Helps People Stay Connected with Haptic Technology
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Intuitive Interface Wellness Wearables
The Fitbit Charge 6 Boasts 60% More Accuracy
AI Wellness Companions
NOWATCH Insights Delivers Personalized Well-Being Insights in a Custom Way
Muscle-Monitoring Health Wearables
The CLOMP Muscle Oxygen Monitor Captures Real-Time Data
Smart Stride-Sssisting Wearables
Hurotics H-Fit Fixes Your Stride for Training Athletes
Fall-Detecting Smart Watches
The MobileHelp Smart is Always Connected to its Alert System
AI-Powered Wearables
The Ai Pin Debuted at the Coperni 2024 Spring/Summer Show
Stylish Multifunctional Item Trackers
The Moto Tag Works with Motorola and Android Smartphones
AI-Driven Fitness Solutions
Wave Company Recently Introduced Its TraceMe Innovation to the World
Sports-Focused Stealthy Smartwatches
Mobvoi Launches the Endura Version of the TicWatch Pro 5
Health-Tracking Sleek Wearables
The Ring One Features a Plethora of Tracking Technology
Worker Safety-Enhancing Wearable Robotics
Hyundai Motor and Kia Debut the X-Ble Shoulder
Senior-Centric Smartwatches
This Standalone Smartwatch Links Seniors With Their Service Providers
Stylish Sensor-Packed Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch GT4 Comes in Two Size Options
Personalized Health Gadgets
Bevel Launched a New Product That Leverages Data from Wearable Devices
Recycled Aluminum Smartwatches
The Google Pixel Watch 3 Offers 36-Hours of Use in Battery Saver
All-in-One Wearable Pumps
Willow 360 Enhances Freedom and Flexibility for Nursing Mothers
Worker Injury-Preventing Wearables
Bardavon's 'Preventure' Sensor Enhances Workplace Safety
Motion-Sensing Wristwatches
The Casio Digital Basic GDB500 Series Shares Simple Step Trackers
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
Accessible LTE-Enabled Smartwatches
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE LTE Supports Calls, Texts and More
Tremor Therapy Wearables
Cala kIQ Improves the Lives of People with Essential Tremor & Parkinson’s
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
Smart Wearable Pet Trackers
ANOCRD Design Creates the Sustainable GoChip Device for Pets
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
AR Watch Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. and TIMEZ Created a Digital Experience for Luxury Watch Shopping
Sensor-Enabled Performance Running Tracks
Feldspar Limited Aims to Revolutionize Live Sports
Durable Low-Energy Item Trackers
The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 Boasts Ultra Wideband Technology
Sporty Feminine Smartwatch Models
The Garmin Lily 2 Active is the Brand's Smallest Smartwatch
Non-Intrusive Hydration Wearables
The Safebeing from Somatix Leverages Remote Patient Monitoring
Augmented Reality Swim Goggles
Form Debuts the Smart Swim 2 & the Product is Available Globally
Industrial Gesture Control Smartwatches
The SnapSync Band-1 has an Open-Source Build
Health-Focused Smart Rings
Samsung Showcases the Galaxy Ring to Track Health Stats
Luxe Health-Tracking Timepieces
The Withings ScanWatch Nova Has a Stainless Steel Construction
Opulent Workout-Tracking Smartwatches
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro Smartwatch Runs the Google Wear OS
Stride-Assisting Wearables
Evolve MVMT Can Improve a User's Gait
Activity-Tracking Watch Upgrades
The New MyFitnessPal Updates Allows Users to Track Workouts
Cognitive Performance Measurement Wearables
The 'Pylot' Productivity Wearable Uses EEG
Supportive Senior Wearables
The mCareWatch 241 Provides Virtual Patient Monitoring
Hybrid Health-Focused Wearables
Boat's New Ring Delivers Comprehensive Insights on Body Functions
Setting-Describing Wearable Cameras
The 'Seekr' Offers AI Support for the Visually Impaired
AI-Enabled Smart Rings
The NovaSmart Ring is Powered by ChatGPT-4o
AI-Enabled Smartwatches
The Galaxy Watch7 from Samsung Features 'Galaxy AI' Onboard
Personalized Fitness Plan Smartwatches
The Amazfit Active Smartwatch Has a BioTracker PPG Sensor
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Heart-Monitoring Earbuds
Sennheiser's New Innovation are Revolutionizing Audio Technology
Mobility Assistive Wearable Devices
WIRobotics Unveils the WIM Mobility Assist Wearable
Advanced Mini Fitness Trackers
The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 Has a 1.6-Inch AMOLED
Hybrid Smart Timepieces
Withings Debuted a 39mm Iteration of its ScanWatch Nova
Smartwatch Sleep Apnea Detections
Samsung Develops a New Galaxy Watch Feature for Sleep
Tech-Equipped Eyewear Designs
Nautica Debuts a Collection of Smart Eyeglasses with Bluetooth Audio
Integrated Smart Eyewear
The Titan Eyex Has a Fitness Tracker Built Into the Design
Breathing Disorder Smartwatch Features
Samsung Announced Sleep Apnea Detection for Its Wearables
Wearable Rugby Reports
England’s Red Roses' Apparel Draws Attention to the Gender Gap in Sports
Precision Smart Rings
The Circular Ring Slim Boasts an Advanced Heart Rate Activity Algorithm
Durable Low-Cost Smartwatches
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE Has a Sapphire Glass Crystal
Magnetic Band Upgraded Smartwatches
The Upcoming Apple Watch X Will Have Thinner Cases
India-Exclusive Tech Accessories
pTron Launches a New Smartwatch and Earbuds Combination
Movement-Monitoring Smart Pants
These Pants Use Optical Fibers to Detect Wearers' Activities
AI-Assistive Smartwatch Updates
Fossil Group Adds New Assistive Updates to the Wear OS 3
Improved Smartwatch Operating Systems
Google Rolled Out 'Wear OS 5' With A New Interface