Wearables

Forefront RF, a fabless semiconductor company based in Cambridge, UK, has announced the closure of its £16 million Series A funding round, backed by existing investors BGF and Foresight Group, alongside new VC partners, Octopus Ventures, and Cambridge Innovation Capital.

Pocuter, known for the success of Pocuter One – a coin-sized microcomputer, launches a Kickstarter campaign for their newest innovation, the Pocuter Spectra smartwatch.

As wearables become more common, more patients and providers expect incremental functionality, performance and longevity improvements.

Researchers at Surrey's Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) have achieved a breakthrough in energy efficiency by developing flexible nanogenerators with a power density 140 times greater than that of conventional nanogenerators.

A study has demonstrated how ultra-thin, lightweight, and flexible energy storage devices can be inkjet-printed onto clothing, paving the way for the future of electronic textiles (e-textiles).

As Apple gears up for its much-anticipated ‘It’s Glowtime’ event on 9th September 2024, speculation is rife about what new innovations will be unveiled.

The world of medical technology is constantly changing, and innovation is key. Wearable devices have become game-changers, allowing for continuous health monitoring and real-time data for both patients and doctors.

A team led by Professor Zhiyong Fan from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has furthered the development of advanced wearable display technologies.

Winbond Electronics has unveiled the W25N01KW, a 1Gb 1.8V QspiNAND flash solution for wearables and IoT devices.

Samsung Electronics has introduced the new Galaxy Ring, designed to enhance digital health through AI-powered wellness experiences.