Challenges in the Development of Wearable Devices

Aside from the device's affordable pricing, there are several challenges to overcome in the development of wearable equipment and its widespread adoption

Fremont, CA: Wearables are changing how consumers communicate, monitor, and share information and experiences. Devices that are smarter, lighter, and more useful are being developed. Brands have also started to make their products more relevant by focusing on fewer niches and high-performing features. Wearable technology is becoming more unobtrusive while simultaneously becoming more attentive to the demands of its users. While wearable technology continues to gain popularity, customers are wary of accepting it because it comes with some challenges.

Here are some of the challenges in wearable technology:

Battery life

One of the most pressing issues in today's wearable technology is battery life. Because battery space is restricted in wearable devices, good power management is required. As a result, optimal utilization of available battery life is critical in order for the gadgets to run for a fair amount of time. For this reason, most wearable gadgets communicate via Bluetooth rather than Wi-Fi.

Providing value to the customer

It's not easy for a brand to get folks to wear their goods. A person can only wear so many devices at a time, and there are many more things fighting for that space. Wearable devices with unique features, particularly in the healthcare and medical device industries, represent a huge opportunity that has yet to be completely realized. However, for individuals to rationalize wearing a device on their bodies, a product must provide compelling value.

Waterproof seal

Another difficult area for wearables is waterproofing. Wearable devices are exposed to water and perspiration for varying amounts of time. All of those situations necessitate varying levels of protection against water intrusion within the gadget. Sweat includes salts that can corrode metal, and many items have charging pins that are exposed to the elements. These pins can corrode if they aren't protected from sweat or air. Gold plating the contacts has a number of advantages, including the prevention of corrosion.

Safety and security

Lithium batteries can be toxic if misused or of poor quality, and wearable devices containing these batteries are always in close proximity to the body, posing a safety risk. There are also safety worries about the radiation emitted by wearable gadgets when they are in close contact with the body's important organs. Wearable device security and privacy issues are largely about user data being hacked and modified.