The top October 2017 wearable tech ideas include everything from wearable flashlights to pedestrian safety lights, as well as sensor-equipped space boots that have been designed to help with navigation. While smartwatch designs are still prevalent in this sector, innovative wearables of these kinds are emerging as designers explore the technology in many forward-thinking forms.
Both Bose and Sony recently released a new kind of speaker that is meant to be worn around the neck to provide an immersive audio experience. Also within the realm of speakers, EJTECH initiated a 'Soft Sound' project that turns fabrics into functional speakers, which has the potential to create garments that emit sound that can be heard and felt through vibrations.
Top 25 Wearable Tech Ideas in October
From Connected Pedestrian Lights to Expressive Printed Masks:
Laura McQuarrie — Oct 29, 2017 — Lifestyle
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Connected Pedestrian Lights
The 'Litty' Smart Wearable Light Ensures Visibility When Out at Night
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Precision Wearable Flashlights
The Atomic Beam Flashlight Glove Provides Targeted Illumination
23
Strength-Enhancing Gloves
The Nuada Glove Improves Gripping, Pushing and Lifting When Worn
22
Tap-to-Pay Smartwatches
The Vivo Smartwatch Buys You a Post-Workout Smoothie
21
Rugged Wearable HD Cameras
The 'VENTURE' Wearable Livestream Camera Captures Adventures and More
20
App-Enabled Hydration Monitors
The Sixty Hydration Monitor Can Read Hydration Levels Through Skin
19
Fitness Wearable Headphones
The Fitbit Flyer Wireless Headphones Enable Intense Workouts
18
Contoured Wearable Speakers
The Bose SoundWear Companion Speaker is an Alternative to Headphones
17
Fat-Eliminating Wearables
The Silk'n Lipo Offers Non-Invasive Fat Reduction in 15 Minutes Per Day
16
Wearable Neck Speakers
Sony's SRS-WS1 Speaker Offers Personal Surround Sound
15
Stackable Smartwatch Jewelry
Bytten Stacks Help You Personalize Your Tech
14
Wearable Micro Speakers
The Bose Soundlink Micro Speaker Produces Huge Sound in a Small Device
13
Motion-Tracking Artistic Wearables
synapseWear is a Wearable Device That Creates Visualizations
12
Solar Panel-Packed Smartwatches
The 'LunaR' Smartwatch Draws Power from the Sun
11
Connected Multi-Sport Headphones
'Kuaifit' Headphones Provide Coaching Analytics and Motivation
10
Fitness Technology Smartwatches
The Fitbit Ionic Tracks Vitals and Keeps Wearers Connected
9
Rhythm-Supporting Wearables
The 'R/M AI System' Ensures You Can Keep Whatever Rhythm You Desire
8
Sensor-Laden Space Boots
These Vibrating Boots Use Augmented Reality to Aid Obstacle-Detection
7
Connected Panic-Relief Bracelets
'Tedy' is a Connected Bracelet That Helps Children with Autism
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Healthcare Translation Wearables
This Wearable from Fujitsu Does Speech Translation in Real-Time
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Streaming Cellular Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 3 Lets Users Make Calls and Send Messages
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Soft Fabric Speakers
EJTECH's 'Soft Sound' Project Turns Fabrics into Functional Speakers
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Expressive Printed Masks
This 3D-Printed Robotic Mask Reacts to Changes in Facial Expressions
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Temperature-Regulating Timepieces
The 'AirCon' Watch Sends a Blast of Hot or Cool Air
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Nose-Controlled Smartphone Systems
'Itchynose' Can Change a Song When a Nostril is Scratched
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Industrial Design Smartwatches
The 176 CS-500 Smartwatch by Carl Hauser Has a Rugged Form
Branded Tech Ecosystem Trackers
The Conceptual Google 'G Spot' Tracker by Obi Fidler is Connected
Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs
The Conceptual 'JUSTWATCH' by Jacek Janiczak is Feature-Rich
Developer-Targeted AR Eyewear
The XREAL Light AR Glasses Connect to the User's Smartphone
Cyberpunk-Inspired Earbuds
This Sony Earbuds Concept by Marc Senar is Futuristic
AI-Powered Productivity Wearables
The Limitless Pendant Helps Professionals Enhance Productivity
Smart Safety Helmets
SmartHat is the Construction Wearable of the Future
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Cozy Wearable Bean Bags
Rakuten Joins Takikou Sewing to Design a New Cushioned Dress
Mood-Powered Smartphone Speakers
The Conceptual 'MIX:X' Speaker by Junyoung Lee is Intelligent
Ultralight Wire-Free AR Glasses
The INMO Air2 Wireless AR Glasses Offers an Immersive Experience
Angled Dual-Display Smartwatches
This Apple Watch Concept by Tien Hung Optimizes Efficiency
Wearable App-Connected AC Units
The Gloture 'WearCool' Maximizes Cooling When Out of the House
RFID-Enabled Sport Sneakers
BANBROKEN ARTDesign Sport Shoes Have the TAP-Tech Feature
Wellness Bone Conduction Wearables
The 'Era Sync' Wearable Device by Luca Persico is Futuristic
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Connected Micro-Weighted Vests
OMORPHO Upgrades Its Revolutionary Sports Training Design
Multi-Sensory VR Headsets
The 'ORDOVIC' VR Headset by John Han Lee Immerses Using Smells and More
3D Designer Headset Concepts
The A. EYE AR Glasses by Ho Hyun Rim Help Creative Professionals
Futuristic Five-in-One Speakers
Sound Stack is the Epitome of a Multi-Functional Bluetooth Speaker
Luxury Smartwatch Models
The Latest TAG Heuer Connected Wearables Come in Two Options
Ultra-Durable Headphone Concepts
This AirPods Ultra Concept by Taiseer Zarruk is Extra-Rugged
Wearable Temperature Control Units
The Sony REON POCKET 5 Offers 17-Hours of Climate Control
Sea-Inspired Wireless Earbuds
The Conceptual Bose Wireless TWS Earbuds Have a Stemless Design
TV Screen T-Shirts
The T-Shirt TV Has an Integrated 10-Inch HD Screen
Detachable Amplifier Headphone Concepts
The Nothing Headset (1) by Yungwon Kang is Immersive
AI-Powered Smart Rings
VTouch, Inc. Introduces the Groundbreaking WHSP RING
Wearable Skin Sensors
HapSense Helps Scientists Accelerate the Analysis of Cosmetic Products
Functionally Fashionable Mobile Accessories
These MOFT Mobile Accessories Debuted at CES 2023
Branded eSports Earbuds
These Sony PlayStation Earbuds Have SIE-Developed Wireless Technology
Light-Up Kidswear
Go-Glow by PatPat Features Fabric-Illuminating Technology
Retrofuturism Streaming Headphones
The Conceptual 'FUTUREAHEAD' Headset by Olga Orel is
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Swimming-Friendly Headphone Models
The Creative Outlier Free Pro Headphones Have 8GB of Storage
AI-Powered Smartwatch Designs
Crossbeats Unveils the New 'Crossbeats Nexus' Smartwatch
Social-Centric Wireless Earbud Concepts
Kusi Boateng-Arthur Introduces the Social Earbud Concept
Spatial Computing Glasses
Rokid's AR Lite Device is Intuitive, Comfortable and Wearable
Ultra-Stylish Active Clothing
OTTI Debuts a Range of New Head-Turning Athletic Pieces
AI-Enhanced Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is a Wearable Assistant Without a Screen
Sleep-Ready Band Headphones
AcousticSheep Launches the Second Generation 'SleepPhones'
Tablet-Integrated Fashion
The Lenovo Tab Wear Collection Explores the Concept of "Me Time"
Wearable Runner Safety Lights
The HOKOLITE Runner-Bright is Rechargeable and Attaches Anywhere
AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Demonstrations
Vuzix® Will Lead Interactive Demonstrations at CES 2024
Illuminated eSports Earbuds
The Conceptual Cyberpunk Earbuds by Tim Chen are Gaming-Ready
Bluetooth-Connected Heated Jackets
The Venture Heat PRO+ Can Be Adjusted via the App
Advanced Heart-Tracking Patches
This Wearable Ultrasound Patch Envisions Real-TIme Heart Scans
Wearable Hydration Monitors
Epicore Biosystems' 'Connected Hydration' Helps in Hot Environments
LiDAR-Powered Visual Impairment Headsets
.lumen Glasses Guide Wearers with Haptic Feedback
Heartbeat-Mimicking Jewelry
TheTouch Locket Lets a Person Share Their Heartbeat with a Loved One
AI-Fueled Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is Packed with Various Assistive Tech Tools
Helmet-Borne Communications Modules
This System Adds Communications Capabilities to Bike Helmets
Digital Streetwear Collaborations
The Fabricant x Highsnobiety Dropped During Paris Fashion Week
Open-Source AI Eyewear
The Frame Glasses by Brilliant Labs Boast a MicroLED Display
Futuristic Corporate Fashion Shows
Hugo Boss FW 23 Featured Sophia the Robot
Multipurpose Scent-Releasing Wearables
Researchers at Stockholm University Created the 'Nosewise'
AI-Fuelled Everyday Smart Classes
Meta and Ray-Ban Join Forces on the Meta Smart Glasses
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The WatchOut WearPods Smartwatch Has a Multifunctional Design
Advanced Contextual Awareness Wearables
The Humane Ai Pin Connects Users Without Smartphones
Game Console Wireless Earbuds
Sony Presents the New Immersive PS5 Earbuds for In-Game Using
Washing Machine-Inspired Speaker Concepts
Hari 3D Designs a Speaker Resembling a Home Appliance
Optical MicroLED AR Glasses
TCL Unveils the New RayNeo X2 Glasses During CES 2023
Hybrid Fitness Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 40 Strikes a Balance Between Device Styles
Hands-Free Reading Devices
The Sol Reader is an E-Ink Goggle Presented During CES 2023
Voice-Assistant Sunglasses
Lucyd Debuted its 2.0 Smart Sunglasses with Various Improvements
Headband Display Headphones
The Conceptual Boinc Headphones Show Off Track Info or Graphics
Wearable Avant-Garde Lamps
Rick Owens Presented the Strobe Show Highlighting Bright Helmets
Safety-Precaution Wearable Airbags
Suzhou Yidaibao Designs the YDB Airbag Belt to Aid Falls
Artificially Intelligent Heated Vests
The Next Generation of Carhartt Workwear is Smart
Bone-Conduction Bluetooth Headsets
These Headphones Are Ideal For Both Business & Lifestyle Use
AI-Enabled Smart Eyewear
Lyte 2.0 ChatGPT-Enabled Smart Eyewear Enhances Daily Life
Smart Stride-Sssisting Wearables
Hurotics H-Fit Fixes Your Stride for Training Athletes
Tennis Ball-Shaped Speakers
hearO Develops a New Unique Audio Speaker Resembling a Tennis Ball
Audio-Amplifying Glasses
Nuance Glasses Help Those with Hearing Loss
Transparent Cyberpunk MP3 Players
'The DEVICE' by Alex Casabò Has an Ultra-Industrial Design
DIY AR-Functioned Monocle Clip-Ons
Brilliant Labs Unveils a New Augmented Reality Monocle
AI-Powered Wearables
The Ai Pin Debuted at the Coperni 2024 Spring/Summer Show
Smartwatch Protection Bands
Moving Bodies Forward Launched an Impact Protection Band for Watches
User-Powered Health Trackers
Baracoda is Unveiling BHeart & Patent-Pending Technology at CES 2023
AI-Powered Ergonomic Workplace Vests
The German Bionic Smart SafetyVest Monitors the Wearer
Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion
Noki & the NESTT Showcase an Upcycled Fashion Collection
Situational Awareness Athlete Earphones
SUUNTO Sonic Bone Conduction Headphones are IP55-Rated
Tremor Therapy Wearables
Cala kIQ Improves the Lives of People with Essential Tremor & Parkinson’s
Enhanced Music Display Headsets
Olga Orel Designs the FUTUREAHEAD Headset with a Display
Collaborative Stealthy Wireless Earbuds
KITH Joins Bose on an Ultra Open Earbud Design
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
Smart Wearable Pet Trackers
ANOCRD Design Creates the Sustainable GoChip Device for Pets
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond's Phygital Fashion Capsule Can Be Tried on with AR
Transparent TV-Speaker Hybrids
The LG DukeBox is Coming to CES 2024
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Stroke Recovery Wearable Systems
This System Uses a Earpiece & Watch to Help Prompt Mobility
Sleek Wireless Gaming Earbuds
Sony Unveils a Look at the Pulse Explore Earbuds for Gameplay
Remote Rehab Solutions
Sensoria® Health Debuts a Range of Patient-Monitoring Wearables
AI Sports Training Headsets
The Mojawa HaptiFit Terra Has Bone Conduction Audio and More
Technical Smart Heated Vests
Carhartt's New X-1 Smart Heated Vest is the Perfect Winter Solution
Wearable Conference-Focused Technology
Bizzabo Introduces Klik Experiential for Flagship Events
Neck-Worn Navigational Devices
LOOVIC is a Solution for Solving Spatial Cognition Challenges
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Pet-Monitoring Activity Trackers
Zeynep Emiroğlu Designs the Pawmate Beacon Collar Concept
Voice Assistant Smart Watches
INTEC Designs This Timepiece with Accessibility in Mind
E-Ink Display Headsets
The Sol Reader Uses the Same Technology Found in eReaders
Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
Sennheisesr Launches its New Modern Wireless Hearing Aids
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Bendable Battery Designs
Anthro Energy's Flexible Battery Was Showcased at the Beacon Exhibition
Wearable Ultrasound Patches
Researchers Have Developed a Way to Offer Real-Time Heart Scans
Minimal Wireless Audio Earbuds
ODDICY Presents a Look at the TWIG and TWIG PRO Earbuds
Fall-Detecting Smart Insoles
These Insoles Analyze Foot Pressure & Movements to Detect Falls
Stride-Assisting Wearables
Evolve MVMT Can Improve a User's Gait
Health-Monitoring Activewear Fabrics
This Fabric Sensing System is Integrated with Electrodes
Smartly Designed Water-Resistant Speakers
Acer Recently Debuted the New Halo Swing
Haptic Navigation Wristbands
The Wayband is Hand and Eyes-Free for Intuitive Navigation
Transformative Textured Fashion
ANREALAGE SS 2024 Features Outfits That Change Color & Pattern
Customized Spatial Audio Headphones
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Have Immersive Audio
Singing Competition Audio Electronics
The Voice Electronics Take After the Hit ITV Studios Show
Cooling Outdoor Neckbands
The COOLIFY 2S Provides an Immersive Cooling Experience
Wireless Ergonomic Earbuds
Urbanears Presents the Boo and Boo Tip Tonal Headphones
Wearable Health-Management Sunglasses
The 'iSportWear' from 'ITRI' Monitors Physiological Data
Heart-Monitoring Earbuds
Sennheiser's New Innovation are Revolutionizing Audio Technology
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch Buds Smartwatch Has a 1.43-Inch AMOLED Display
Smart-Designed Fitness-Tracking Wearables
Xiaomi Unveils Its Latest Smart Band 8
PTSD-Aiding Wearable Technology
Bio Ware is a New Gadget that Helps with Treating PTSD
Wireless AI-Adaptive Earbuds
Sony Presents the New Noise Cancelling WF-1000XM5 Earbuds
Attention-Grabbing Hearing Aids
The Overtone Hearing Aid Fashionably Reimagines the Device
Headband-Style Wireless Earbuds
SWOTT Debuts the Advanced 'Neckon 102' Neckband Earphones
Tech-Equipped Eyewear Designs
Nautica Debuts a Collection of Smart Eyeglasses with Bluetooth Audio
Color-Changing Smart Fabrics
Researchers at UoW in Ontario Develop a Smart Material
High-End Lifestyle Earbuds
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 and Pi5 S2 Earbuds Elevate Audio Experiences
Smell-Oriented Virtual Masks
The City University of Hong Kong Designs a Wearable Smelling Gadget
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
Noise-Filtering Motorcycling Headphones
The 'Packtalk Edgephones' Allow For Streamlined Conversing
Cancer-Detecting Smart Bras
Kemisola Bolarinwa Pioneers a Smart Bra to Detect Breast Cancer
India-Exclusive Tech Accessories
pTron Launches a New Smartwatch and Earbuds Combination
Color-Changing Fall Fashion
Anrealage Unveils New Clothing Designs at Paris Fashion Week
Movement-Monitoring Smart Pants
These Pants Use Optical Fibers to Detect Wearers' Activities
Wearable Living Room Speakers
The Sony BRAVIA Theater U Wearable TV Speaker Immerses Viewers
Mixed-Reality Headgear Accessories
CASETiFY Presents a Look at the Bounce Vision Accessories
Stylish Voice Assistant Eyewear
The New Amazon Echo Frames Come in Seven Style Options
Fitness-Focused Sport Headphones
These Creative Outlier Headphones Come in Two Models
Facial-Tracking Sonar Glasses
Ruidong Zhang Works on a New Technology Dubbed the EchoSpeech
Wireless Effigy-Like Earbuds
Just Corseca Launches the New Wireless Earbuds with a Figurine Case