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Whether you see advances in wearable technology as a danger to privacy or an easier way to get a technology fix, there’s no denying that the move toward convenient, comfortable and classy gadgets is in full flow. ON looks at how technology has moved from the desktop to the body over the past 50 years. Google Glass, 2014 As well as being an even quicker way to communicate and stay up-to-date with current affairs, Google Glass can recognize real-world features, with its military standard head-up display.
Nymi Band, coming soon In a world of heightened security, the Nymi band avoids password problems by using the ECG of your heartbeat as activation. Password personalization just got real.
W200 Computer, 2009 More than just a personal gadget, the W200 brings an entire computer to your arm – handy for emergency services and security work where a hands-free system is essential.
Apple Watch, 2015 The Apple Watch is a complex sports watch which syncs with your smartphone to display notifications, make calls and send texts easily.
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Calculator Wristwatch, 1975 Now quite laughable, the Calculator Wristwatch became a true reflection of the futuristic spirit of the time; released with the hard-hitting slogan “For the man who had everything until just now…”
