Wearables

Amazon's latest delivery innovation, AI-powered smart glasses for its drivers, combines computer vision and augmented reality to deliver turn-by-turn navigation, package scanning, and proof-of-delivery capture without drivers having to look at their phones. The system also includes a vest controller, swappable battery, prescription lens support, and an emergency button for direct contact with dispatch. Continue Reading →

I love the Apple Vision Pro. It is the first truly inspiring portal to the augmented reality world we are evolving into. That said, a fair number of like-minded early adopters are returning their devices (inside the 14-day return window) for the same reasons every other AR/VR device is sitting on the "tech graveyard" shelf in my office: it's not ready for daily use. Continue Reading →

According to Reuters, Google has made an offer to acquire Fitbit. The report explicitly states that there is no certainty that the offer will lead to a deal. But think about this… what could Google/Alphabet be thinking? Google’s existing wearable strategy is not working. Fitbit’s wearable strategy is not working. WearOS requires more processing power and battery life than can be had in a smartwatch, so the user experience is awful (and I’m being kind). Continue Reading →

According to a note from TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple will release its version of smart glasses in the middle of 2020. I have no idea what they will be called. Continue Reading →

We are just a few years away from smart everything. It’s a story being told thousands of different ways at CES this year, but it’s also a story being told at the Kitchen & Bath Show, the Detroit Auto Show and every other trade show for every other industry. IoT is more than a trend; it’s a road that we will all take into the future. Continue Reading →

The pace of technological change is exponential and accelerating, and the results are hiding in plain sight. I call it “inconspicuous innovation” and it’s the top trend of 2016.  Let’s have a look at some other macro trends that will be on display at CES. Continue Reading →

Here’s a quick overview of what to see and do, and a look at some of the most prevalent themes. Continue Reading →

The rise of wearable technology is giving marketers a whole new area to target consumers. Continue Reading →

The Microsoft Band is a great hybrid device between a fitness band and semi-smartwatch. Continue Reading →

The most appealing products will be simple and easy to set up. Continue Reading →