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Top 30 Wearable Tech Trends in August

From Photo-Snapping Sunglasses to RPG Smartwatch Games

— August 27, 2016 — Tech
There's an incredible amount of diversity in the August 2016 wearable technology ideas, with devices taking the form of everything from footwear and earbuds to lightweight headbands.

As well as taking many forms, these wearable devices can be used for a range of purposes, such as tracking fertility to navigation, monitoring one's laps in a swimming pool or providing a light source for personal expression and partying. An innovative system from STYR Labs is designed to measure an individual's vitamin intake and ship liquid multivitamin blends to the consumer based on their current needs.

One of the most noteworthy pieces of news related to wearable technology is that Square Enix has plans to launch an RPG game specifically for the Apple Watch. While smartwatches are often criticized for their small screens, this ultra-portable screen is exactly what Square Enix is looking to take advantage of for gaming.
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Wearable Swimming Systems
Wearable Swimming Systems
The Marlin System Offers Detailed Analysis Of Your Swims
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Wearable Swimming Monitors
Wearable Swimming Monitors
The SwimSafe is a Smart Safety System For Parents to Track Children
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Photo-Snapping Sunglasses
Photo-Snapping Sunglasses
The 'WeOn Selfie' Glasses Can Take Pictures with the Tap of a Button
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Wearable Subwoofers
Wearable Subwoofers
The 'Basslet' Wirelessly Vibrates Along to Music on a Smartphone
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RPG Smartwatch Games
RPG Smartwatch Games
Square Enix is Launching 'Cosmos Rings' as a Game for the Apple Watch
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25
Bluetooth Multi-Charging Stations
Bluetooth Multi-Charging Stations
The Basecamp Deluxe Has Four USB Ports to Power Multiple Devices
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24
Smartwatch Converter Chips
Smartwatch Converter Chips
'bPay Loop' Transforms Any Watch into a Contactless Payment Tool
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23
Kid-Friendly Smartwatches
Kid-Friendly Smartwatches
The Kidizoom Smartwatch DX Helps Kids Become Amateur Photographers
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22
Vibrating Astronaut Footwear
Vibrating Astronaut Footwear
These Space Shoes Help Prevent Astronauts From Suffering Falls
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21
Vitamin-Delivering Fitness Wearables
Vitamin-Delivering Fitness Wearables
STYR Labs' System Tracks Eating and Delivers Nutrition Items
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Multisport GPS Watches
Multisport GPS Watches
The Suunto Spartan Ultra Watch is Designed For Versatile Athletes
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Stress-Busting Apps
Stress-Busting Apps
The Bellabeat Leaf App Works In Conjunction With Wearable Technology
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Customizable LED Ties
Customizable LED Ties
The Lumen Tie Was Made to Attract Attention and Give Youth Fun Style Options
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Sleeve Fan Attachments
Sleeve Fan Attachments
These Fan Attachments Help Combat Heat in The Summer
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Health-Tracking Headphones
Health-Tracking Headphones
This Device Supplies Its Wearer with Informative Health Updates
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15
Wearable Necklace Speakers
Wearable Necklace Speakers
This Wearable Speaker Lets You Enjoy Hands-Free Music and Chat
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14
Connected Smart Gloves
Connected Smart Gloves
The Glovdi Helps Skiers and Bikers Enjoy Improved Smartphone Connectivity
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13
Blink-Sensing Cameras
Blink-Sensing Cameras
The 'Blincam' Can Take Photos When the User Blinks or Winks
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12
Wearable Fertility Trackers
Wearable Fertility Trackers
The 'Ava' Wearable Helps Hopeful Parents Plan When to Conceive
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11
Personalized Light Bracelets
Personalized Light Bracelets
This Bracelet Can Be Set Up to Perform Many Visual Functions
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Charging Smartwatch Cases
Charging Smartwatch Cases
The TimePorter is Designed To Be a Traveling Digital Watch Charging Port
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Truck Driver Smartwatches
Truck Driver Smartwatches
The Scania Apple Watch Improves Truck Driving Safety
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Affordable Fitness Trackers
Affordable Fitness Trackers
The Garmin Vívofit Fitness Band is Simple, Long-Lasting and Motivating
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Bejeweled Smartwatch Accessories
Bejeweled Smartwatch Accessories
The Bytten Glam Stacks Add Bling Detailing to Apple Watch Bands
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Timelessly Classic Smartwatches
Timelessly Classic Smartwatches
The Samsung Gear S2 Classic 3G Blends Old-School and Modern Cues
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Routine-Teaching Child Watches
Routine-Teaching Child Watches
The Octopus Smartwatch for Kids Helps Children Stick to a Schedule
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4
Wearable Flying Cameras
Wearable Flying Cameras
The 'nixie' is a Wearable Drone That Can Be Worn Like a Watch
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3
Smart Meditative Headbands
Smart Meditative Headbands
'Elf mmmit' is a Smart Wearable Device That Relieves Stress as Its Worn
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2
Prenatal Monitoring Devices
Prenatal Monitoring Devices
The 'Thread' System Gives Parents Pregnancy Updates
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Fire-Starting Survival Watches
Fire-Starting Survival Watches
The Ascent Survivor Was Made to Keep Crucial Tools Close By
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