Title :
Wearable Computing: The New Dress Code [Guest editors´ introduction]
Author :
Starner, Thad ; Martin, Tom
Author_Institution :
Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA, USA
Abstract :
The articles in this special section focus on the new era of wearable computing technologies. Technology´s presence on the body expands our capabilities and opportunities. Smartphones, MP3 players, Bluetooth earpieces, and fitness trackers are increasingly part of today´s dress code. These devices empower us to communicate, relax, and work out more effectively. The new generation of “wearables” promises to go even further: new technologies will enable these on-body devices to sense and understand our environment and provide just-in-time information in ways that do not distract from the primary task, improving our efficiency and encouraging our creativity.
Keywords :
Bluetooth; smart phones; ubiquitous computing; Bluetooth earpiece; MP3 player; dress code; fitness tracker; on-body device; smartphone; wearable computing; Communication networks; Computer applications; Smart phones; Special issues and sections; Telecommunication services; Wearable computing; Google Glass; Wearable computing; augmented reality; head-up displays; pervasive computing; smartphones; ubiquitous computing;
DOI :
10.1109/MC.2015.176
