Wearable technology, are they more than an accessory?

Wearables are the latest gadgets to have, and open a new door to a new personal universe.   We can now forget about our smartphone, and instead wear these devices on our bodies, freeing up our hands! 

Wearables mark a new stage in the development of the mobile devises industry, thanks to the miniaturising of electronic components, the development of communication protocols, geolocalistaiton and data management software.  While the first phase was dominated by the ease of social communication, they are now developing into a more personal space, becoming remarkably sophisticated small pieces of technology.

USE OF WEARABLES

From devises and apps that help track heart rate and food consumption details to gadgets that monitor your mood and even the surrounding air.  They can track your breathing rate, how long you sleep, and even when you are feeling well or stressed-out. 

TYPES OF WEARABLE GADGETS

From watches, glasses, earphones, bracelets to garments to mention a few.  These devises are a massive success and innovation.

SMARTWATCHES, WHAT SOULD YOU BE LOOKING FOR WHEN BUYING ONE?

First thing to check is compatibility with your phone.  Apple watches will only work with apple smartphones, and Samsung watches with androids.  The next thing to look at is whether they are cellular or not, battery life and features,

The cellular version of the Apple Watch is exactly the same as the GPS one, except it comes with added 4G connectivity.

So yes, that means your watch can send and receive messages and answer phone calls. It can even stream Apple Music and podcasts without needing to download them to the built-in storage. The thing is, though, you can do all those things with the regular GPS Apple Watch: you just need to be connected to your phone to do so.  And it really comes at a price.  So, when buying a smartphone, this is the first thing you should be looking at.

We particularly like in performance and features, Apple Watch Series, Samsung Galaxy Gear Sport and Fitbit smart watches. So, depending on the smartphone you have, those are the brands that come as best on the list of smart watches.

The new smart watch Apple 7 with the new generous screen is worth checking out!

Also, check out Fitbit luxe, for a much cheaper price. This handy watch can help you stay in control of not only of your physical fitness, but also your mental health and heart health.