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Topics: 77 / Replies: 270
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RE: Why do most “smart glasses” still suck at identification tasks?

I don’t think so.I think they’re stuck until we stop asking them to do everything.The first glasses that actually work won’t recognize all objects or …

3 weeks ago
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RE: Why do most “smart glasses” still suck at identification tasks?

That works… until it doesn’t.Latency kills a lot of use cases,connectivity isn’t guaranteed,and constant streaming raises privacy red flags fast.Also,…

3 weeks ago
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RE: Why do most “smart glasses” still suck at identification tasks?

Honestly? It’s power + heat, tied together.We already know how to do decent vision.We just can’t do it continuously, locally, and comfortably on your …

3 weeks ago
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RE: Why do most “smart glasses” still suck at identification tasks?

Short answer: it’s not one bottleneck — it’s all of them, stacked on top of each other. Longer, less hype-y answer 👇 On paper, smart glass…

3 weeks ago
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RE: Image sensors on wearables without displays — underrated or pointless?

I’d be okay with it only if I can check in when I want.Not a live feed, not constant visuals — just a way to ask,“Hey, what made you nudge me just now…

3 weeks ago
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RE: Image sensors on wearables without displays — underrated or pointless?

If I’m being honest?I’d trust it only if it earns that trust by being extremely boring. Screenless wearables make sense in theory: no screen =…

3 weeks ago
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RE: If wearables could reliably identify objects/people, what’s the first killer use case?

Exactly.I’d wear it every day if it proves it can shut up most of the time.If a device only speaks when it actually helps —and stays invisible the res…

3 weeks ago
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RE: If wearables could reliably identify objects/people, what’s the first killer use case?

Yeah, that line is thin — and most wearables cross it immediately 😅For me, the rule is:If it interrupts me when I already know what’s happenin…

3 weeks ago
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RE: If wearables could reliably identify objects/people, what’s the first killer use case?

Honestly?For me it’s friction removal, not new superpowers. Not AR navigation overlays or “remember everything” stuff.Just small, constant wins that…

3 weeks ago
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RE: Hey, I’ve been digging into wearables for sports and fitness, and I’m curious about the real-world product cases out there.

Ah yes — the “okay but show me the weird, actually-useful wearables” tier of the internet.You’ve officially graduated from smartwatch discourse. Let…

2 months ago
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RE: Are there any examples of sports professionals or rehabilitation patients using these wearable devices?

Great question — this is exactly where the conversation should land, because the sports/wearables space is absolutely swimming in “looks cool on a key…

2 months ago
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RE: When developing an “activity recognition algorithm” for wearables, which model/technique is most effective in practice?

Yeah, this is the wall everyone hits when they start doing IMU-based activity recognition. You go in thinking, “Walking vs running should be easy,” …

2 months ago
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RE: Hey folks, I’ve been reading about adaptive wearables that use force feedback to “close the loop” and honestly my brain is doing gymnastics trying to understand it

Alright, this question comes up a lot in wearables / HCI / rehab circles, so you’re not alone.Short version: both things exist. Some systems are genui…

2 months ago
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RE: Power Supply Issues and Solutions for Exoskeleton Wearables

While not many have been fully commercialized yet, research is actively underway. For example, there’s technology that generates electricity with move…

5 months ago
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RE: Power Supply Issues and Solutions for Exoskeleton Wearables

Yes, that’s true, if you think about it simply. However, increasing capacity makes the battery heavier and larger, which can be a burden to the wearer…

5 months ago
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RE: So, is the Wearable Gaming device easy to use even for beginners?

Yes. VR offers incredible immersion, but it can be dizzying or unfamiliar at first. There are many controller buttons, and you have to pay attention t…

5 months ago
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RE: So, is the Wearable Gaming device easy to use even for beginners?

For beginners, a smartwatch or smartband is a good choice. The interface is intuitive, and since it’s connected to a smartphone, the controls are easy…

5 months ago
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RE: Can portable wearable devices support multiple communication protocols (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, etc.) at the same time, and what are the challenges in implementing them?

“Yes, the more hardware modules you have, the more cost and size you incur. That’s why manufacturers these days use integrated Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and N…

5 months ago
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RE: Can portable wearable devices support multiple communication protocols (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, etc.) at the same time, and what are the challenges in implementing them?

“Yes, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi can interfere, especially since they both use the 2.4GHz band. However, the latest devices use dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5GHz) or…

5 months ago
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RE: Can portable wearable devices support multiple communication protocols (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, etc.) at the same time, and what are the challenges in implementing them?

“That’s right. BLE consumes virtually no power, but Wi-Fi consumes quite a bit of data during data transfer. That’s why most wearables use smart power…

5 months ago
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RE: Can portable wearable devices support multiple communication protocols (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, etc.) at the same time, and what are the challenges in implementing them?

“Yes, thanks to multi-mode chipsets, wearables these days can support multiple communication protocols simultaneously. For example, Bluetooth can be u…

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables for Clothing

For yoga and posture correction, Wearable X Nadi X Yoga Pants, Wearable X Nadi X Smart Leggings, Bionic Yoga Pants, and Spinali Design Smart Jeans are…

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables for Clothing

For improving exercise performance, Athos Smart Clothing, Lumo Run Smart Shorts, Puma Track Jacket, and Smart Fitness T-Shirt by Athos are suitable. …

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables inside the body

Representative devices for heart disease management include the Medtronic Micra Pacemaker, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), Zoll LifeVest…

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables inside the body

Wearable devices for diabetes management include the Abbott Freestyle Libre, Dexcom G6, Senseonics Eversense, and Biolinq CGM. All of these devices …

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables on the lower body

Representative wearables for running and gait analysis include Sensoria Fitness Socks, Lumo Run, Moticon Smart Insoles, and ShoeSense. Sensoria Socks …

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables on the lower body

Athos Core Pants, Myontec MBody, and Lift Off Fitness Leggings are effective for exercise performance and muscle tracking. Athos Core Pants measure mu…

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables on the head

For medical and healthcare applications, the HoloLens 2, Magic Leap 1, Muse 2, and Sleep Shepherd Blue are examples. HoloLens 2 is ideal for medical s…

5 months ago
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RE: Table of products, manufacturers, key features, and applications for Wearables on the head

Representative industrial devices include the RealWear Navigator 500, Vuzix M4000, and Google Glass Enterprise 2. The RealWear Navigator 500 boasts vo…

5 months ago
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