Wearable Satellite Communicators

The Global Hotspot is a Wearable Communication Device

The Global Hotspot by Somewear Labs is a satellite communicator that attaches to the user's outerwear. Somewear Labs' device is designed for remote exploration, whether it's skiing in the backcountry with your friends, road-tripping to visit family during the holiday season, or new year's family hikes.

The wearable device allows users to explore confidently and stay connected with loved ones while out of cell range. Its intuitive and simple design is highly dependable. The Global Hotspot uses a satellite communicator that pairs with the user's cell phone. It proves 2-way text messaging, location sharing, user tracking, weather reports, and many more valuable features. In addition to its phone pairing, the device acts as a stand-alone emergency transmitter; it enables 2-way communication with emergency response services.

Image Credit: Somewear Labs

Outdoor Communication
Developing innovative wearable communication devices that connect people in remote areas while exploring the outdoors.
Satellite Technology
Advancing satellite communication technology to offer more dependable ways to stay connected in areas with no cell signal.
Emergency Communication
Creating wearable communication devices that include emergency response services and two-way communication capabilities.

Who This Affects Most

Outdoor Gear and Apparel
There is an innovative opportunity in the outdoor gear and apparel industry to create more wearable communication devices that protect and connect people while in remote places.
Emergency Response Services
The emergency response services industry can innovate using wearable communicator devices to improve their offerings and provide more dependable communication capabilities in case of emergency.
Outdoor Adventure Tourism
The outdoor adventure tourism industry can create innovative packages that include wearable communication devices as an added safety measure to draw more customers looking for safe and reliable outdoor exploration opportunities.
SCORE
2.5 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 55%
Activity 10%
Freshness 11%