Michelle Maisto- Wearable Devices: 8 Myths Debunked

1. Wearables Are Just Another Smartphone Form Factor- The market spans multiple industries, applications and devices
2. Consumers Will Quickly Embrace Wearables- The public will need to be educated about wearables and understand what specific, unique benefits they can offer that no other device can
3. A Matter of Aesthetics- The industry is still seeking its first big consumer use case and contending with aesthetic issues about whether consumers find the looks of the devices appealing
4. Wearable Devices Are Stand-alone Products- Vendors need to build ecosystems of services and applications around wearables
5. This Is Something New- The first wearables arguably became commercially available in 1974, when the first wristwatch with a digital display was unveiled
6. Wearables Will Remain a Niche Market- Expect broad sets of products to be offered across various industries
7. Being First to Market Is a Can't-Miss Formula- Fashion is going to be a major consideration in the success of the consumer-driven wearables market
8. Power Consumption, Battery Life Won't Be Big Deals- Wireless charging could help users become more accustomed to setting devices on a charging pad on their desk or coffee table
9. Wearable Devices Are Secure- Security is going to continue to be a challenge, software updates will be a way to keep devices appropriately secured

Source: eWeek
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