# Wrist Computers Glacier Computers W200 Is Like a Windows-Running Bracelet By Samina Esha | Published 2009-04-08 | Updated 2009-04-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-w200-wrist-computer-in-2009 References: [glaciercomputer](http://www.glaciercomputer.com/w200.html) Glacier Computers revealed their W200, a wrist-worn computer which runs on a Windows CE or Linux operating system. Can’t live without checking your email? You no longer have to depend on your [BlackBerry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q27) or [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-wristband) because you can wear the Glacier W200 computer like a bracelet. The Glacier W200 wrist computer has a 3.5-inch touch screen with backlit keyboard and a hot swappable battery pack. Also, “the wireless functions of the W200 ensure continuous connectivity regardless of the user’s location with plug and play Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS modules.” The hands-free usability makes it easier to use for any emergency purpose. The price and availability is unknown, but the Glacier Computers website has provided a toll free number and email for any further information. So, next time you think about buying a new laptop or Blackberry, you might want to consider the new hands-free W200 wrist computer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Wearable Technology:** The rise of watches and other wrist-worn wearable computers represents a trend of miniaturizing digital technology and providing hands-free usability and mobility to users. - **Mobile Computing:** The availability of wrist-worn computers running Windows CE or Linux brings computing into more hands and allows for continuous connectivity even in remote area. - **Internet of Things (iot):** The W200's plug-and-play Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS modules symbolize the growing number of devices that can be connected to the internet, enabling data collection and communication in all aspects of life. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** The wearable computer market is a rapidly growing sector within consumer electronics as customers seek portable, multi-functional digital devices. - **Healthcare:** The W200's hands-free usability makes it ideal for the healthcare industry, where doctors and nurses need quick access to information without being tied down to a computer. - **Logistics and Transportation:** The W200 and similar wearable computers are suitable for logistics and transportation industries, where workers need to be able to access information and stay connected while on the move. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wrist-Worn eSports Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/msi-gaming-pc-watch.md) - [Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handworn-smart-display.md) - [Watch-Like Smart Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wristphone.md) - [Wearable Tech Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-smart-wristband.md) - [Interchangeable Control Handheld Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mecha-comet.md) - [Neural Interface Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-wristband.md) - [Wearable Computer Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimo-planet.md) - [Virtual Reality Wrist Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vive-wrist-vr-tracker.md) - [Affordable Handheld PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/win600.md)