The concept of biometric technology might seem a bit far fetched for some to really grasp because of the science fiction-like status that it has, but what we're seeing is that the integration of it into everyday life is happening far quicker than anticipated. Utilizing everything from facial recognition software to devices that monitor your vitals, biometric technology is making waves for being both convenient and invasive; whichever side of the spectrum you're on, you'll find a variety of different interesting examples of how biometric technology is closer to your person than you think.
As we enter a new age where computers and smartphones have moved past ubiquity to simply being completely engrained, it's clear we'll continue to see the expansion of biometric technology for years to come.
58 Biometric Technology Innovations
From Epilepsy-Tracking Shirts to Fitness Tracking Earbuds:
Michael Hemsworth — Aug 30, 2014 — Business
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Emotionally-Charged Phones
The Blackberry Empathy Conveys Feelings Using a Biometric Ring
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Tattooed Electronic Skin Sensors
These Researchers Developed Tattooable Health Monitoring Sensors
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Inner Child-Capturing Apps
The 'Baby and Me' App Scans Your Face to Show You Your Younger Self
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Face-Recognizing Rides
Toyota's Smart Insect Prototype Uses Kinect Technology to Identify Owners
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Facial Recognition Snack Machines
This Facial Recognition Vending Machine Personalizes Purchases
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Blind Spot Eliminators
The A Plus Pillar Displays Surroundings in Real-Time in the Front Beams
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Facial Recognition Doorbells
The Chui Offers Revolutionary Secure Access to One's Home
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Identity-Scanning Turnstiles
The Lunar Facial Recognition Payment System Streamlines the Subway
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Vein-Scanning Payment Systems
The Quixter Vein Scanner Reads the Unique Patterns on Your Palm
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Epilepsy-Tracking Shirts
This Top is About Detecting Epileptic Seizures and Collecting Data
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Touch-Free Technology Systems
Sesame Enable is Opening the Door to Hands-Free Touchscreen Use
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Photo-Snapping Mirrors
The Selfie Mirror by iStrategyLabs Snaps Pics and Puts Them on Twitter
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Facial Recognition Product Dispensers
Sanden Vending Machine Provides Extreme Customization
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Facial Recognition Cat Feeders
The Bistro Cat Feeder Has Feline Facial Recognition for Portioning
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Eye-Operated Lenses
The Iris Camera Sees the World How You Really See It
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Rage-Preventing Gaming Headsets
The Immersion Headset Can Control Your Gaming Rage
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Emotional Messaging Apps
The Xpress App Uses Replaces Emojis with Your Own Expressive Selfies
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Iris-Verified Online Security
Hoyos Group EyeLock Will See that You Never Get Hacked Again
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Selfie-Unlocked Phone Apps
The FaceCrypt Password App Unlocks Phones with a Selfie
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Eye Scanning Phone Locks
The Eyeverify Ensures It's You by Scanning Your Eye In a Snap
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Retail Recommending Booths
Inspiration Corridor Offers Fashion Suggestions and Helps Locate Items
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Selfie-Sprucing Software
This MIT Selfie Technology Converts Ordinary Selfies into Pro Portraits
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Fingerprint Scanning Deadbolts
This Deadbolt Allows for Keyless, Fingerprint-Enabled Entry
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Vital Sign Video Games
The Biometric Steam Box Controller Confirmed in Development
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Palm Print-Scanning ATMs
The New Chase Bank Electronic Banking Kiosks Could Use Biometric Scanning
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Biometric Bar Tabs
The Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel Utilizes the Biometric PayTouch System
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Sensor-Equipped Basketballs
The 94Fifty Bluetooth Basketball Uses Internal Sensors to Help Coaches
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Anti-Imposter Phone Cases
The AOptix Stratus Has Four Layers of Mobile Identity Verification
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Face-Dialing Phones
A Phone for Seniors Lets You Scan Pictures to Call People
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Emotional Reaction Detectors
The NeoFace Facial Recognition Program Analyzes Customers' Behavior
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Yawn-Activated Vending Machines
Douwe Egberts' Coffee Machine is Clever Marketing
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Face Check-Ins
Facedeals Uses Facial Recognition Technology to Check You Into a Location
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Robotic Shopping Dummies
Dr. Hiroshi Ishiguro's Android Mannequin Interacts with Consumers
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Biometric Measuring Machines
The Latin Weighing Machine Gives a Breakdown of Biological Data
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Fitness-Monitoring Headphones
The BioSport Headphones are Perfect for Training and Working Out
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Retinal Password Keepers
The Hoyos Eyelock USB Iris Scanner Helps Your Date Stay Safe
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Joy-Detecting Joysticks
Sony's Biometric Controller Will Know How Entertained or Stressed You Are
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Avian Recognition Apps
The Birdsnap App Can Recognize 500 North American Bird Species
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Emotion-Detecting Eyeglass Apps
The Fraunhofer Google Glass App Uses Facial Recognition Technology
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Fitness Tracking Earbuds
The iriver ON by Valencell Monitors Physical Efforts and Plays Music
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Anti-Snooping Backup Devices
The Biometric Hard Drives Support Up to Five Sets of Prints
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Pulse-Checking Fingerprint Finances
The Nexus Fingerprint Scanner Foils Hackers by Measuring Pulse
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Cardless Cash Dispensers
The Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank Uses a Palm Scanning ATM for Accessing Accounts
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Biometric Buying Systems
This New Payment System Lets You Buy Things with Your Face
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Health-Monitoring Insoles
The ‘Biometric Shoe Sole’ Maps Your Unique Footprint
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Name-Guessing Apps
This Software can Somewhat Accurately Guess Someone's Name Based on Variables
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Biometric Workout Shirts
The OMsignal Shirts Track Wearers' Performance Levels and Statistics
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Facial Recognition-Thwarting Glasses
The Privacy Visor Keeps the Wearer's Identity Under Wraps
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Text-Free Cash Machines
Pillar ATMs Designed for the Illiterate in Developing Communities
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Youth-Determining Apps
Age Recognition Software can Estimate How Old a Person Is
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Step-Tallying Headphones
Apple Smart Earbuds Will Shape the Way We Listen to Music
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Digital Content-Bookmarking Eyewear
The Amoeba Headset Records Biometric Data to Analyzes Interest
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Emotion-Detecting Cameras
Researchers Introduce Emotion-Detecting Camera for Cars
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Voice-Activated Entertainment Systems
Microsoft’s New Xbox One Uses Voice and Face Recognito
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Stat-Tracking Gearhead Timekeepers
The Nismo Watch Lets You Track Lap Times and Heart Rate Data
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Biometric Medications
Hospitals Exchange Insurance Cards for Vein Scanners
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Signature-Authenticating Money Cards
The Biometric Credit Card Hopes to Curb Theft and Fraud
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Face-Directed Dance Videos
Project 'Face Dance' by Supermarché Morphs Facial Movements to Dan
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Branded Tech Ecosystem Trackers
The Conceptual Google 'G Spot' Tracker by Obi Fidler is Connected
Virus-Detecting Smartwatches
Designer Dot's VICLONE Smart Watch Detects Known Viral Infectants
AI-Powered Productivity Wearables
The Limitless Pendant Helps Professionals Enhance Productivity
Noninvasive Smartwatch Glucose Monitors
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Will Have Advanced Sensors
Scientific-Grade Smart Rings
The 'Iris' Smart Ring Offers Actionable Insights into Health
Subtle Health-Tracking Jewelry
The RingConn Smart Ring Discreetly Tracks Workouts, Sleep and More
Smart Safety Helmets
SmartHat is the Construction Wearable of the Future
Smart Aid Kits
Smart Aid Kit Uses Artificial Intelligence to Support Health
RFID-Enabled Sport Sneakers
BANBROKEN ARTDesign Sport Shoes Have the TAP-Tech Feature
Multipurpose Diagnostic Health Monitors
Withings BeamO Shows Off a Four-in-One Design at CES 2024
Wellness Bone Conduction Wearables
The 'Era Sync' Wearable Device by Luca Persico is Futuristic
Biometric Pull-Up Bars
The 'Grip' Pull-Up Bar Concept Measures Body Fat and Muscle
Watch-Like Smart Phones
Fire-Boltt's WristPhone Offers Crystal-clear Calls and So Much More
Connected Menstruation Products
The Emm Smart Menstrual Cup is Integrated with Biosensors
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
AI-Powered Healthcare Pods
CarePods are the World's First Artificial Intelligence Doctor's Offices
Cuffless Blood Pressure Monitors
Valencell Unveils a New Blood Pressure Monitor at CES 2023
Smart Scalp Care Devices
Dr. Finger Volume Booster ver. 2.0 is a CES 2023 Beauty-Tech Innovation
Wearable Skin Sensors
HapSense Helps Scientists Accelerate the Analysis of Cosmetic Products
Female-Focused Smart Rings
The Movano 'Evie' Smart Ring Has a Medical-Grade Design
AI-Powered Boxing Bags
The Bhout Bag Fuses Elements of Fitness and Gaming
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
AI-Enhanced Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is a Wearable Assistant Without a Screen
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
Strength Training Wearables
Whoop's Strength Training Feature Measures a Workout's Muscular Load
Health-Monitoring Mattresses
The ErgoSportive Adjustable Smart Bed Captures Biometric Data
Illuminated eSports Earbuds
The Conceptual Cyberpunk Earbuds by Tim Chen are Gaming-Ready
Next-Generation Screenless Fitness Monitors
Whoop 4.0 is Stylish, Efficient, and Precise
Advanced Heart-Tracking Patches
This Wearable Ultrasound Patch Envisions Real-TIme Heart Scans
Wearable Hydration Monitors
Epicore Biosystems' 'Connected Hydration' Helps in Hot Environments
Seven-Sensor Health Monitors
The Tricorder.Zero Health and Fitness Tracker is All-in-One
Wearable At-Home Body Scanners
ZOZOFIT Brings Cutting-Edge Tech to the Homes of Consumers
AI Personal Trainers
Workout Tools Offers a Personalized Approach to Fitness
Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays
The 'zIng' Hand-Worn Smart Display by Anuj Pate is Intuitive
Heartbeat-Mimicking Jewelry
TheTouch Locket Lets a Person Share Their Heartbeat with a Loved One
AI-Augmented Retail Checkouts
This Checkout Solution Helps Prevent Theft and Scanning Errors
AI-Fueled Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is Packed with Various Assistive Tech Tools
Personal Cooling Devices
Embr Wave Regulates Body Temperature for Relief from Menopause
AI-Powered Feline Health Trackers
The 'Moggie' Cat Health Tracker Identifies Potential Illnesses
AI-Enabled Brain Implants
Northwell Health's Team Develops a Brain Implant Technology
Sleep-Monitoring Capsule Hotels
NTT Data is Foraying into Sleep Technology with Sleep Monitoring
Menstrual Health-Tracking Rings
The FemTek 'BBRing' Only Needs to Be Worn at Night
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
Ergonomic Fatigue Reduction Wearables
The German Bionic 'Apogee' Offsets Up to 66-Pounds of Weight
Mixed-Reality Blood Donations
Abbott Unveiled a Mixed-Reality Experience at CES 2023
Flagship Health Wearable Smartwatches
The Google Pixel Watch 2 Integrates FitBit Technology
Tracking Device Safety Implementations
Google is Rolling Out Anti-Stalking Measures to Trackers
Neurodegenerative Disease-Detecting Earbuds
These High-Tech Earbuds Can Spot Signs Of Alzheimer's
Discreet Biofeedback Brain Trainers
The Flowtime® Brain Tag Captures Ample Data
Advanced Contextual Awareness Wearables
The Humane Ai Pin Connects Users Without Smartphones
Connected Monitoring Bandages
This Smart Wound Bandage Prototype Monitors for Infection
Temperature-Monitoring Earrings
The Thermal Earring Continually Tracks the Wearer's Temperature
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
AI-Enabled Smart Eyewear
Lyte 2.0 ChatGPT-Enabled Smart Eyewear Enhances Daily Life
Muscle-Monitoring Health Wearables
The CLOMP Muscle Oxygen Monitor Captures Real-Time Data
Biotech-Based Skincare Systems
iuno's Personalized Skincare System Starts with a Finger Prick Test
Portable Health Monitoring Devices
The Fitrus Plus 3.0 is Packed with Various Upgrades
Sweat-Wicking Wearable Biosensors
Nix Develops a Hydration Biosensor for Endurance Athletes
AI-Powered Wearables
The Ai Pin Debuted at the Coperni 2024 Spring/Summer Show
Motion-Matching Fitness Technologies
Wondercise is Bringing Its Live Motion Matching to FIBO 2023
AI-Powered Nap Timers
The Somvai Napping Device Uses Radar to Track Movement and Breathing
AI-Based Baby Wellness Monitors
Inspired by Wearables, Elora Enhances Safety, Well-Being and Care
Biometric Smart Guns
This Gun Uses Sensors to Prevent Unauthorized Users From Firing It
User-Powered Health Trackers
Baracoda is Unveiling BHeart & Patent-Pending Technology at CES 2023
AI-Powered Dog Collars
The PetPace Health 2.0 Intelligently Tracks Canine Health
AI-Powered Ergonomic Workplace Vests
The German Bionic Smart SafetyVest Monitors the Wearer
Spatial Video Communication Devices
Wehead, Shown at CES 2023, Lets Users Look Around Remotely
Sweat-Analyzing Hydration Wearables
The Nix Hydration Biosensor Combats Against Dehydration
AI-Powered Sleep Headsets
The FRENZ Brainband Tracks and Stimulates the Brain in Different Ways
Wearable Robotic Medical Technology
Researchers Built a Technology That Helps People with ALS
Neural Technology Earbuds
The Wisearphones Smart Earbuds Provide a Seamless User Experience
Privacy Protection Knitwear
The Capable Manifestio Collection Shields Against Facial Recogniton
Biometric Bank-Grade Door Locks
The Securam Touch Fingerprint Smart Lock Has Advanced Security
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond's Phygital Fashion Capsule Can Be Tried on with AR
Life-Logging Digital Journals
The Apple Journal Life Tracker Was Unveiled at WWDC 2023
Intelligent Hockey Player Helmets
The Bearmind Helmet Detects for Injuries and More
Stroke Recovery Wearable Systems
This System Uses a Earpiece & Watch to Help Prompt Mobility
Connected Weightlifter Wearables
The Eigen Fitness Nodes Records Ample Data About Training
Wireless Tongue-Operated Trackpads
Augmental Unveils its New Product Dubbed MouthPad^
Ailment-Identifying Mirrors
Anura MagicMirror Can Detect Fever, Hypertension, and More
Wearable Conference-Focused Technology
Bizzabo Introduces Klik Experiential for Flagship Events
Durable Low-Energy Item Trackers
The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 Boasts Ultra Wideband Technology
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Athletic Training Eyewear
'FalconFrames' Track Eye Movement During Visual Training
AI Food Intake Trackers
CalorieAI Can Track Calorie Intake With Photographs or Descriptions
Fitness-Tracking Smart Rings
The Ultrahuman Ring Helps Track Health-Related Information
Neurological Sleep Monitors
The 'Neurovista' is a Portable BMI Device that Fosters Healthy Sleep
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
AI-Generated Selfies
DreamBooth Creates Realistic Images Based on a Set of Photos
Miniature Blood Pressure Monitors
The 'BPClip' Uses Smartphone Cameras to Assess Blood Pressure
AI Health Companions
HealthMate AI Can Transform Your Body with Personalized Tech
Wearable Ultrasound Patches
Researchers Have Developed a Way to Offer Real-Time Heart Scans
Pebble-Shaped Health Devices
OPPO's New OHealth H1 is a User-Friendly Health Device System
Phygital Luxury Sneakers
The Dior B33 Sneakers Use NFC Tech to Link to a Digital Twin
AI-Powered Body Scanners
The 'FitMe' 3D Body Scanner Measures Body Fat and More
Vibrational Gamer Belts
The Feelbelt Haptic Audio Wearable Enhances Game Immersion
Stride-Assisting Wearables
Evolve MVMT Can Improve a User's Gait
Health-Monitoring Activewear Fabrics
This Fabric Sensing System is Integrated with Electrodes
Cognitive Performance Measurement Wearables
The 'Pylot' Productivity Wearable Uses EEG
In-Store Bra-Fitting Technologies
Macy’s Implements FIT:MATCH Bra Fitting Technology in its Stores
Electric Pulsed Brain Implants
Inner Cosmos Unveils a New Brain Computer Interface Design
AI Meditation Guides
Vital is an AI Mindset Guide that Offers Personalized Wellness Strategies
Touchscreen Thermometer Apps
This App Lets Smartphones Take Body Temperature Readings
Fitness Tracking Smartwatch Tech
Powered by Polar is Releasing to a Series of Smartwatches
Connected Key-Free Personal Safes
The TROVA Home Biometric Personal Safe is Tamperproof
Device-Locating Digital Ecosystems
Google is Officially Launching its 'Find My Device' Service
Personalized Fitness Plan Smartwatches
The Amazfit Active Smartwatch Has a BioTracker PPG Sensor
Wearable Health-Management Sunglasses
The 'iSportWear' from 'ITRI' Monitors Physiological Data
Heart-Monitoring Earbuds
Sennheiser's New Innovation are Revolutionizing Audio Technology
Motion Tracking Digital Systems
Sony Breaches the Metaverse with the New Mocopi System
Ergonomic Wearable Barcode Scanners
Honeywell Designs the Ring Scanner for Longer Comfort
Lifelong Wildlife Trackers
The 'KineFox' Can Non-Invasively Monitor Animals For Life
Tic-Tackling Wrist Wearables
This Wearable Curbs Involuntary Tics Caused By Tourette's Syndrome
PTSD-Aiding Wearable Technology
Bio Ware is a New Gadget that Helps with Treating PTSD
AI-Powered Inventory Tech
Google Cloud is Introducing AI-Powered Inventory Tracking Technology
Disease-Detecting Medical Wristbands
Teltonika is Developing a Heart Disease-Detecting Band
Virtual Personal Trainers
Jamie's Fit Uses AI To Improve Health and Wellness For Anyone
Attention-Grabbing Hearing Aids
The Overtone Hearing Aid Fashionably Reimagines the Device
Integrated Smart Eyewear
The Titan Eyex Has a Fitness Tracker Built Into the Design
Hand-Tracking Devices
PalmPlug is a Precise Hand-Tracking Device
Body-Scanning Wellness Subscriptions
Zozofit 2.0 Introduces Body Shape Scanning via a Smartphone
Inclusive Smartphone Prototype Apps
Researchers Develop the OneButtonPIN on the Side of a Phone
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
X-Ray Vision Headsets
MIT Scientists are Working on a New X-AR Headset to See Through Objects
Tracker-Detecting Smartphone Updates
The Google Find My Device Network Will Detect for Trackers
Cancer-Detecting Smart Bras
Kemisola Bolarinwa Pioneers a Smart Bra to Detect Breast Cancer
Location-Based QSR Technology
Chipotle is Integrating Location-Based Technology Into its App
Contactless Smart Sleep Devices
The 'RemWave Sleep' Detects Sleep Patterns With Wireless Sensors
Physical Multi-Factor Security Devices
The FEITIAN MultiPass K32 Has Bluetooth, NFC and More
Face Recognition-Based Attendance Tools
Truein is a B2B SaaS Company With Face Recognition Tools
Movement-Monitoring Smart Pants
These Pants Use Optical Fibers to Detect Wearers' Activities
Palm-Recognizing Smart Locks
Phillips PalmLock Can Recognize Up to 50 Unique Palms
Fabric-Analyzing Smartphone Devices
This Near-Infrared Spectroscopy System is Advanced
Biometric Sensor Password Authentication
1Password's Passkey Support Officially Rolls Out Today
Innovating Sensing Solutions
Feelit Technologies is Revolutionizing Industry with Edge AI
Food-Monitoring AI Cameras
Imperial College London Presents its New CoDiet Camera
Summarized Neuroscience News
Neurotech News Summarizes the Science World Without the Jargon
Biometric Password Managers
1Password is Debuting its Passkey Manager Service on June 6th
Facial-Tracking Sonar Glasses
Ruidong Zhang Works on a New Technology Dubbed the EchoSpeech