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26 Surprisingly Smart Wristbands

From Touchpad Fitness Trackers to Childish Step Counters

— January 14, 2014 — Tech
Kiss your old fitness band goodbye, because the rise of smart wristbands is taking over the technology kingdom.

Recently seen at CES 2014 in Las Vegas, USA, wearable tech devices have proven to be an innovation with the support of millions. The most popular wearable piece of tech apparel is the smart wristband. Bands that track your fitness right down to connect with your phone or share social network information upon handshake with another user are gaining speed. Fitness bands that keep your stats at the gym have become the inspiration for smart wristbands that motivate you to get active when it senses that the user has been idle for far too long.

These intricately designed tech bands are revolutionary and definitely a go to gadget.
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Childish Step Counters
Childish Step Counters
The MOVband is Designed to Fight Childhood Obesity
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UV-Monitoring Solar Wristbands
UV-Monitoring Solar Wristbands
The SunFriend UV Wristband Monitors Solar Activity So You Can Play
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Emergency Activated Wristbands
Emergency Activated Wristbands
The Natalia Project Helps the Constant Threat Around Aid Workers
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Smartphone Activity-Tracking Wristbands
Smartphone Activity-Tracking Wristbands
The Razer Nabu Smartband Was Revealed at CES 2014
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Competitive Athletic Wristbands
Competitive Athletic Wristbands
Track and Share Your Workout Results with the Nike Fuelband Ice
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Touch-Transmitting Devices
Touch-Transmitting Devices
The Bond Touch Lets You Send Tickles to Friends Far Away
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Computer-Packed Wristbands
Computer-Packed Wristbands
The StormFly Lets You Carry a PC Amount of Data on Your Arm
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Smartphone-Connecting Wristbands
Smartphone-Connecting Wristbands
The MyKronoz ZeWatch & ZeBracelet Make Life a Whole Lot Easier
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Temperature-Adjusting Bracelets
Temperature-Adjusting Bracelets
WristQue Controls the Heat with Your Preferences
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Malleable Sensory Mobiles
Malleable Sensory Mobiles
Morph by Jarkko Saunamaki is a Fluid Device with Cutting-Edge Functions
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Audio-Recording Wristbands
Audio-Recording Wristbands
The Kapture Band Acts as a Constant Spoken Word Diary
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Sun-Detecting Bracelets
Sun-Detecting Bracelets
The Strathclyde University Wristband Prevents Sunburns and Overexposure
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Life-Monitoring Wristbands
Life-Monitoring Wristbands
The Sony Lifesmart Wristband Was Displayed at CES 2014
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Touchpad Fitness-Tracking Wristbands
Touchpad Fitness-Tracking Wristbands
The Highly Capable LG Lifeband Touch Launched at CES 2014
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Sunscreen Reminder Bracelets
Sunscreen Reminder Bracelets
This Skincare Device Tracks Your Exposure to the Sun
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Wrist-Worn Cardiac Devices
Wrist-Worn Cardiac Devices
The Basis Health Monitor is a Truly Mobile Wellness Piece
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Emotion-Monitoring Accessories
Emotion-Monitoring Accessories
The W/ME Wristband Aims to Keep You Balanced
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Health-Monitoring Maternity Bands
Health-Monitoring Maternity Bands
The Pregnancy Pulse Lets You Track Your Baby's Well-Being
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Children's Health Watches
Children's Health Watches
Diabetes Treatment is a Smart and Simple System to Keep Kids Well
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Comprehensive Fitness Accessories
Comprehensive Fitness Accessories
Movea G-Series Tracked Activity and Examined Posture at CES 2014
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Accelerometer Fitness Bracelets
Accelerometer Fitness Bracelets
The Nike+ FuelBand Monitors Everyday Activities for Healthy Living
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Flash Drive Wristbands
Flash Drive Wristbands
USB Bracelets Offer Convenience & Style
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Compact Life-Saving Wristbands
Compact Life-Saving Wristbands
The Survival Band Compresses Necessary Items into a Bracelet
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Malleable Wrist-Worn Mobiles
Malleable Wrist-Worn Mobiles
The Limbo Transformable Smartphone Switches from Handset to Timepiece
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Wearable Memory Sticks
Wearable Memory Sticks
The USB Leather Braided Bracelet Will Keep Info Stylishly Safe
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Compact Computing Timepieces
Compact Computing Timepieces
NEXD Android Watches are Multifunctional and Sleek
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