The 'ARC' is an Exercise Device that Tracks Vitals and More
Michael Hemsworth — February 4, 2016 — Lifestyle
References: yankodesign
The market for exercise devices is steadily increasing as consumers become more focused on efficient health maintenance, which the 'ARC' looks to provide. Working as a pair of Bluetooth headphones, the 'ARC' also allows users to track their temperature, UV exposure and air quality.
Designed by Robert de Saint Phalle, the conceptual 'ARC' is also outfitted with an EKG sensor, which would make it suitable for usage by athletes and healthcare professionals alike. Wrist-worn wearables have dominated the industry for the past while, but the 'ARC' looks to deviate from this trend by offering a bevy of innovative features that provides more precise readings.
The capabilities of the 'ARC' enable it to potentially be put to use in hospitals or by healthcare professionals as a way to track daily routines for an upstream approach to health maintenance.
Designed by Robert de Saint Phalle, the conceptual 'ARC' is also outfitted with an EKG sensor, which would make it suitable for usage by athletes and healthcare professionals alike. Wrist-worn wearables have dominated the industry for the past while, but the 'ARC' looks to deviate from this trend by offering a bevy of innovative features that provides more precise readings.
The capabilities of the 'ARC' enable it to potentially be put to use in hospitals or by healthcare professionals as a way to track daily routines for an upstream approach to health maintenance.
Trend Themes
1. Exercise Device Innovation - The trend towards more precise exercise tracking and vital monitoring in wearables presents an opportunity for companies to develop devices like the 'ARC'.
2. Non-wrist Wearable Technology - As wrist-worn wearables become more commonplace, there is a growing trend towards wearable technology that can be worn in other areas of the body like the neck or feet.
3. Healthcare Wearables - The expanding market for wearables designed for healthcare professionals presents an opportunity for further innovation in the field.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - The 'ARC' exemplifies the growing trend in wearable technology and presents an opportunity for companies in this industry to develop more precise tracking and monitoring devices.
2. Fitness - Fitness companies can capitalize on the trend towards more advanced exercise and vital monitoring devices, and incorporate wearable technology like the 'ARC' into their offerings.
3. Healthcare - The 'ARC' has the potential to be used in healthcare settings for upstream health maintenance, making it an example of a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the healthcare industry.
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