Reaching $14 billion in sales in 2014, it seems like wearable tech has finally come into its own. And, the industry is expected to rise over $70 billion by 2024. For the most part, the most profitable sector lies in healthcare with the merging of medicine, fitness and wellness.
However, it is expected that wearable electronics (with advanced informatics) such as Google Glass will meet the health care market in profitability by the end of the coming decade. So, if you're wondering which of the current wearable tech offerings are the best, read on to learn more.
The Pebble Steel is one of the best within the smartwatch category. Part of the reason is that it is both fashionable and functional. Consumers won't buy a smartwatch just because it offers the latest in technology. Especially when it comes to wearables, they want something that looks good. As a result, the Pebble Steel offers easy-to-use iPhone or Android control apps, and it has an app store.
Pros: Beautifully designed and user-oriented, 7 day battery life, night/day screen readability. Cons: Pricey for the wearables market.
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Sometimes you just can't take your phone with you everywhere, especially while working at the office or in a meeting. The good news is with the Martian Notifier; you don't have to! This handy smartwatch supports both Android and iPhone devices. And, it has a classic analog style that appeals to the mainstream. Not to mention, it gives you customized vibration pattern phone alerts so that you can feel what kind of alert you’re getting without even looking at your watch.
Pros: Works like a smartphone on your wrist. Cons: Can feel like an additional accessory.
The Misfit Shine is one of the most stylish fitness trackers on the market today. In fact, it doesn't even look like a fitness tracker at least not in the traditional sense. It works well for swimmers because it is completely waterproof. Moreover, it comes with clip and wristband mounts. And, it can function as a watch.
One great bonus: The Misfit Shine uses a battery that lasts up to 6 months and doesn’t require recharging. It also comes in a wide variety of color options to suit everyone’s style.
If you want a device that checks everything, then you need the Jawbone UP series. It look like a basic bracelet, but they does so much. You can use it to monitor everything from your daily activity to your sleep efficiency. And, it has a very well-designed mobile app for the iPhone or Android that includes a food tracking system to help users eat healthy.
There are 4 models currently available, each with features that match their price tag. The Jawbone Up Move is their basic model and will cost you around $50. Starting at about $70, the Jawbone Up 2 features sleep tracking technology on top of the basic fitness tracking abilities.
The Jawbone Up 3 ups the ante with heart health monitoring for about $130. The newest Jawbone mode, the Up 4, includes all of the above features plus the ability to make Amex payments from your inconspicuous little bracelet for the same price as the Up 3.
Pros: Very innovative and user friendly. Cons: Features vary by price and model.
For the budget conscious who want a reliable fitness tracker, they can depend on the Fitbit Zip. This is considered the best fitness tracker under $65. First of all, it is tiny, so you can fit it anywhere. It will not take up too much space. Moreover, it can count your steps, miles walked and calories burned. All it takes is one watch battery to power it up; you do not need to charge it. Furthermore, it can sync wirelessly to your Fitbit web account.
If the Fitbit model sounds perfect to you, but you’re looking for a more feature-rich wearable, there are options available that will suit your needs. The Fitbit One and Flex offer sleep tracking and a silent wake alarm in addition to the features offered on the Zip at about $100.
The Fitbit Charge and Charge HR include smart watch-style features in addition to the fitness and sleep tracking abilities. Fitbit’s granddaddy of them all, the new Fitbit Surge, offers all of the fitness and smart watch features you could imagine, but you will pay for them with a hefty $250 price tag.
Pros: Affordable, basic fitness tracking. Cons: Does not have advanced features of updated models.
Wearable tech is here to stay, and it will only continue to get better. Everything about the above options will change the way you exercise and communicate. It is considered the next potentially huge market after the mobile phone.
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