The New Wearable Computing Frontier (original) (raw)

Driven by advancements in technology, wearable computing introduces a unique human-computer interaction paradigm through always-connected, hands-free devices. The sector encompasses two main categories: apparel and textiles for various applications including healthcare, and infotainment devices such as smartwatches. Market forecasts indicate substantial growth, with predictions of shipments exceeding 100 million units and revenues reaching $53 billion by 2019. The paper discusses key trends, applications, and the importance of wearable technology in enhancing human health, interaction with the Internet of Things, and the need for multidisciplinary research.