# Wearable Virus Detection Devices Estimote Created a Wearable for COVID-19 Contact Tracing By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-04-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contact-tracing References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2020/04/02/estimote-launches-wearables-for-workplace-level-contact-tracing-for-covid-19/) & [estimote](https://estimote.com/wearable/?gclid=CjwKCAjwpqv0BRABEiwA-TySwcEtR7PYgFM1QaRVbkn_qdjO8PcNKKi_qSoTZUu1yqWoVEmQgTeYRhoChG4QAvD_BwE) Estimote, a startup company that focuses on Bluetooth technology, created a new product that could help contact tracing efforts to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Steve Cheney, the co-founder of the company, puts forth his belief that the device could play a role in enhancing workplace safety for essential workers. The device is named ‘[Proof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verification-system) of Health’ and it features a passive GPS, as well as Bluetooth and an [ultra-wideband radio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eforthink), and built-in LTE. The device has settings depending on the user's health, which can be changed if they have been exposed to a potential infection. Following this, the device will be able to indicate the other people the user has come in contact with. Overall the device could help employers improve [contact tracing efforts at essential workplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personal-safety-devices). Image Credit: Estimote ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wearable Virus Detection Devices:** Estimote's 'Proof of Health' device offers contact tracing and workplace safety enhancements for essential workers. - **Bluetooth Technology:** Bluetooth technology is being leveraged to create wearable devices for COVID-19 contact tracing. - **Enhancing Contact Tracing Efforts:** Wearable devices like Estimote's 'Proof of Health' can improve contact tracing efforts in essential workplaces. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can benefit from wearable virus detection devices for enhanced contact tracing and workplace safety. - **Technology:** Bluetooth technology and wearable devices are disrupting the technology industry with innovations for COVID-19 contact tracing. - **Workplace Safety:** Industries focused on workplace safety, such as construction and manufacturing, can leverage wearable devices for improved contact tracing and employee health monitoring. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virus-Detecting Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virusdetecting-smartwatch.md) - [Breath-Tracking Face Mask Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebit.md) - [COVID-Monitoring Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visible.md) - [Health-Tracking Key Fobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portal-vital-monitor.md) - [Wearer-Analyzing Respirators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebcare-mask.md) - [Staff Health-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-healthcare-assistant.md) - [Virus-Detecting Breathalyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virusdetecting-breathalyzer.md) - [Employee-Focused Personal Safety Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personal-safety-devices.md) - [Location-Tracking Safety Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-protect-gps-tracker.md)