It’s undeniable that wearable technology is steadily becoming a core part of our day to day lives. From the Fitbit on your wrist that tracks your heart rate and exercise to the Apple Watch that connects you to your digital life, tech isn’t just on our computers and in our pockets anymore. It’s on us.

When wearable tech burst on the scene, it was envisioned as a new frontier for interfacing with technology smoothly and conveniently. Google Glass tried to pioneer a vision of augmented reality while smartwatches attempted to streamline communication and information. Fitness trackers capitalized on a cultural shift towards increased personal health awareness.

But as time goes on, it’s clear we’ve only scratched the surface. With advances in biometrics, AR tech, IoT devices, and more, the landscape is ripe for deeper embedding of tech into our lives. To boldly imagine - could we possibly use wearable tech to monitor our health in real time, with continuous feedback on nutrition and body condition? Or could AR glasses not only overlay data on our view of the real world, but also provide practical applications such as real-time translation, navigations and more?

Of course, with such leaps forward comes a multitude of ethical questions and considerations. Privacy, data security, and the potential dangers of overreliance on technology need to be thoroughly examined as we charge forth into this brave new world.

What’s your vision for the future of wearable tech? What new applications do you dream of and what challenges 🤔

The future of wearable tech excites me in every sense - there’s a lot of potential there. I envision devices—maybe rings or bracelets—that can monitor vitals and detect health abnormalities before they become dangerous. How about a wearable tech that can assist those with disabilities or impairments, such as AR glasses that could help the visually impaired navigate their surroundings? The possibilities are vast. Yet, as you rightly pointed out, these advancements must be managed responsibly. Data privacy controls and reliable security measures need to be set in stone before this tech goes mainstream to ensure users don’t compromise their personal information in the process.

I think the VR headsets for example WHF meetings might catch on but it’s all very cost prohibitive at the moment.

Totally get where you’re coming from. On one hand, VR could revolutionize how we conduct business, particularly remote meetings, right? But the cost, yeah, it’s a steep wall to climb for most. Still, remember when flat screen TVs first came out? Those things were crazy expensive too, but now nearly everyone has one. So, maybe we just gotta give it time for the price to come down. And who knows, tech companies might even roll out cheaper options if the demand spikes. Psst, whatever comes, I’m always up for future tech. Bring on the VR meetings!

Absolutely, technology has a way of becoming more accessible over time. Praying those VR kits drop in price soon. I mean, think of all the possibilities. Too bad my wallet isn’t ready for it yet - the struggle of being a tech enthusiast, right? But who knows, maybe there’ll be a Black Friday sale we can advantage of, haha! And yes, can’t wait to attend a meeting from a beach in VR. Just need to make sure I don’t actually wear the swim trunks!

Oh, I feel your pain! The day those VR kits become affordable, I’ll be the first one in line. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for Black Friday indeed! And LOL about the swim trunks. Can you imagine the confusion on your colleagues’ faces if you forgot and stood up during the meeting? Priceless! Btw, have you heard about the upcoming advancements in AR? They’re talking about holographic meetings. Picture that! No swim trunks though, I’m afraid. Anyway, let’s hope for a tech-friendly future that’s gentle on our wallets!

You're spot on about wearable tech becoming a staple in our lives. It's fascinating to think about how far we've come and where we're headed. I remember when the first smartwatches came out, and they seemed like something out of a sci-fi movie. Now, they're just part of the daily routine.

The potential for real-time health monitoring is especially exciting. Imagine having a device that could alert you before you even feel sick or help you make dietary choices based on your body's current needs. As for AR glasses, the possibilities are endless! Real-time translation and navigation could truly transform travel and communication. It's like having a personal assistant right in front of your eyes. Can't wait to see what the future holds!