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What are 'wearables'?

Wearables are smart electronic devices worn on the body, often as accessories, that collect and transmit data. The Apple Watch is a well-known example, tracking fitness and health. This new screenless tracker would be another type of wearable, simplifying the technology to focus purely on health monitoring, aiming for longer battery life and a lower price point.

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