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Recent #Wearable Technology news in the semiconductor industry

electronicsforu
4 months ago

E-Textile Technology For Safety And Comfort

➀ Researchers have developed an AI-powered jacket using electronic textiles to provide optimal heating and temperature regulation.

➁ The jacket incorporates color-changing yarns that indicate temperature levels, enhancing user safety.

➂ The technology could be applied to other heated items like car seats and furniture, paving the way for safer and more adaptable wearable heating solutions.

AIWearable Technology
electronicsforu
5 months ago

Smart Ring For Seamless Home Automation Control

➀ Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a smart ring called IRIS for seamless home automation control; ➁ The ring uses a camera to send images of smart devices to a user's phone, allowing for control via button presses and hand movements; ➂ IRIS offers a more intuitive and efficient solution compared to voice commands, and is designed to be worn throughout the day.
Wearable Technologyhome automationsmart home
electronicsweekly
6 months ago

Wearables up 6.1% this year

➀ Wearables shipments are expected to increase by 6.1% this year, reaching 538 million units, according to IDC. ➁ The growth rate is expected to slow to 3.9% in 2025 as the large markets such as the US and India approach maturity. ➂ Smartwatches are expected to decline by 4.5% in 2024, mainly due to challenges from low-cost options in the second-largest market, India, and consumer reluctance to upgrade in the US.
SmartwatchWearable Technologyconsumer electronicsmarket growth
electronicsweekly
6 months ago

Wearable ‘sticker’ monitors people’s breathing rates

➀ Researchers at UK universities have developed a non-invasive wearable 'sticker' that can monitor and detect changes in people's breathing rates. The device, led by Nottingham Trent University and University Hospital Southampton, is designed to provide early warnings for health issues like sepsis and COVID-19. It uses a capacitive sensor that can detect changes even without direct skin contact. ➁ The technology is promising for managing chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma and sleep apnoea. ➂ The study, funded by the National Institute for Health Research, shows a significant potential in enhancing patient outcomes and operational efficiency in healthcare.
Sensor TechnologyWearable Technology
electronicsforu
7 months ago

Elastomer Enhancing Smart Wearable Performance

➀ A research team from Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering (NIMTE) in China has developed a high-dielectric constant and low-dielectric loss elastomer for smart wearables. The material combines ferroelectricity with elasticity, enhancing performance and reliability. ➁ The team's innovation involves using a rigid short-chain crosslinker with relaxor ferroelectric P(VDF-TrFE-CFE), significantly reducing dielectric loss. ➂ The elastomer demonstrates high elastic recovery and stable ferroelectric responses, suitable for various applications in the wearable technology sector.
Wearable Technology
electronicsforu
7 months ago

Pulse Oximeter And Heart-Rate Monitor Reference Design

➀ This reference design by Analog Devices outlines the preparation and operation of the MAXREFDES280, an integrated wrist-worn design for collecting biometric signals. ➁ The design includes a sensor band with the MAX86171 optical analog front-end (AFE) for evaluating performance across various body sites, focusing on wrist-based applications. ➂ The system is powered by a rechargeable LiPo battery and includes comprehensive integration resources for easy setup and utilization.
Analog DevicesHealthcareMedicalWearable DevicesWearable Technology
weixin
9 months ago

Wearable Microneedle Patch for Closed-Loop Diabetes Management

➀ The patch uses hollow microneedles made of polystyrene (PS) with graphene-based biosensors for glucose detection. ➁ It incorporates an electroosmotic micropump with an anti-fouling layer to enhance insulin delivery stability. ➂ The system is controlled by a printed circuit board (PCB) for automated glucose management, aiming to reduce the physical and psychological burden on diabetic patients. ➃ The patch is designed to be compact, wearable, and cost-effective, with potential for further miniaturization and wireless data transmission.
Diabetes ManagementMicroneedle PatchWearable Technology
imore
10 months ago

Google unveils iPhone 16, Apple Watch X, and Apple Intelligence rivals

1. Google announced new flagship smartphones, smartwatches, and AI features on its Google Gemini platform ahead of Apple's event. 2. The Google Pixel 9 series features a new design, Tensor G4 chip, and improved displays. 3. The Google Pixel Watch 3 introduces new health and safety features, including a first-of-its-kind Loss of Pulse Detection. 4. Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 offers enhanced audio performance and AI integration.
Wearable Technologyartificial intelligencesmartphone