# Connected Children's Wearables The Brillar Smart Watch is Great for Both Kids and Parents By Joey Haar | Published 2016-09-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brillar References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/855945358/kids-wearable-fun-safe-engaging-and-connected-eco?ref=nav_search) & [gloglu](http://www.gloglu.com/) While the typical smartwatch-wearer is likely a connected thirtysomething businessperson with an interest in the tech industry, glo glu, a UK-based company, is looking to bring its 'Brillar' smart watch connectivity to an entirely different demographic: kids. The Internet- and mobile- connected wearable and platform gives [kids a fun and educational system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technology-products-for-children) that's also easy for parents to track on their own. The Brillar is packed full of functions: it's a watch, [mobile phone, walkie talkie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmd-xploraone), pedometer, GPS tracker and [gaming device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-watch) all in one. When connected to glo glu's 'Roodimentary' app, the Brillar offers a suite of educational games that encourage kids to get active. The wearable simultaneously tracks this activity, giving parents a great way to follow the play without sacrificing their kids' freedom. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Connected Children's Wearables:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more educational and interactive features for connected children's wearables to enhance learning and engagement. - **Multi-functional Smartwatches:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create smartwatches that combine multiple functionalities, such as a watch, mobile phone, walkie talkie, pedometer, GPS tracker, and gaming device, catering to various user needs. - **Parental Tracking Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build advanced parental tracking systems that enable parents to monitor their children's activities while providing them with freedom and independence. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Wearable Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative wearable technology solutions catering to the needs and preferences of different demographics, including children. - **Edtech (educational Technology):** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop educational technology platforms and apps that combine entertainment and learning, providing a seamless educational experience for children. - **Childcare and Parenting:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the childcare and parenting industry by creating tracking and monitoring systems that aid in ensuring children's safety and well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Child-Friendly Safety Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gizmo-watch-3-adventure.md) - [Cellular Child-Targeted Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xplora-xgo3.md) - [Advanced Kid-Friendly Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-bounce.md) - [Kid-Friendly Digital Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/littlebird-marlon.md) - [Customizable Child Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x6play-smartwatch.md) - [Kid-Friendly Sport Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weariq-kids-smartwatch.md) - [Educational Finance Child Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mellow-watch.md) - [Cellular-Connected Kids Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-bounce-2.md) - [Toddler Health-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/littlebird.md)