Wearable Technology

XR consulting optical design firm Limbak, which designed the lenses for Lynx's R-1 headset, has allegedly been acquired by Apple.

Comparison of the maturity of manufacturing technologies for roll to roll production of electronics.

Cosinuss is a German medtech company, founded in 2011 with headquarters in Munich. The company has developed the c-med alpha wearable device for monitoring various vital signs.

This presentation was given by IDTechEx Technology Analyst Dr Tess Skyrme at the Medical Wearables 2022 event.

This premium article explores eye tracking in augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) headsets, including the various eye tracking sensor categories, key market players, event-based vision, and more.

Medical Wearables 2022 was hosted virtually. IDTechEx delivered a key-note talk, as well as attending the remaining sessions. This premium article will explore key conclusions from the event.

Myant is a Canadian developer and manufacturer of e-textiles, founded in 2010 by Tony Chahine. The company is a prominent player in the development and commercialisation of e-textiles, including many different technology areas, product types, and potential markets.

This premium article explores important concepts in XR display systems, including, but not limited to, eyebox and eye relief, the vergence-accommodation conflict, and foveated rendering and displays.

Sensing Tex is a Spanish company, founded in 2010 with headquarters in Barcelona. The company specializes in developing end-to-end solutions for sports, wellness, and healthcare through flexible and printed electronics circuits. IDTechEx spoke with Sensing Tex CTO Luis Gomez at MEDICA 2022.

Zembro is a Belgian medtech company, founded in 2015 with headquarters in Vlaanderen. The company provides a smartwatch for monitoring and tracking patients with dementia.

Alpha Pharma is an Italian biotech company, founded in 2011 in Puglia. The company provides devices for diabetes management.

IQE is a UK-headquartered supplier of compound semiconductor technologies, primarily epitaxial wafers. It has manufacturing infrastructure in the UK, USA, and Taiwan. IDTechEx spoke to IQE's CTO, Rodney Pelzel.

Ensurge Micropower produces high energy density solid-state lithium-ion micro-batteries, utilizing its roll-to-roll manufacturing line. It is targeting applications such as wearable electronics and connected sensors.

Thursday 1 December 2022 - The value of wearable electronic skin patches in healthcare; Electronic skin patches 2022 roundup; Emerging applications of electronic skin patches; and Electronic skin patches outlook for 2023 and beyond

MEDICA is a leading trade fair for medical technology, held annually to bring together technology developers and suppliers across various parts of the industry. This premium article covers several key trends and innovations in glucose sensing devices observed throughout the event.

Friday 2 December 2022 - How development in optics will help fuel the growth of XR devices for enterprise; How a rethink in product targeting is leading to the end of a troubled decade for consumer AR devices; and How growing adoption of face tracking, eye tracking, and more is marking the beginnings of more natural interactions between humans and machines

The world of healthcare is undergoing significant change. The stress test of the pandemic, a growing global population, and increasing chronic disease prevalence is pushing care to be more efficient and robust.

Walk With Path is a developer and manufacturer of walking aids and smart insoles, with a focus on improving mobility for people suffering from chronic conditions. The company's core product is a smart insole, which connects to the company's proprietary app. IDTechEx spoke with Lise Pape, Founder and Managing Director of Walk With Path.

MEDICA is a leading trade fair for medical technology, held annually to bring together technology developers and suppliers across various parts of the industry. This premium article explores the key themes from the 2022 event: miniaturisation, automation, and digitisation in healthcare.

As the smartwatch market matures, the capabilities of alternative wearables continue to expand. In the coming years, alternative form factors could begin tempting consumers away. Not only could these devices provide more value - they also have the potential to access new biometrics.