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Connected wearable devices are gadgets that are worn or attached to the body while being used and have the capability to connect and communicate. The device communicates either directly to the network through inbuilt connectivity capability or through other devices such as smartphone, tablet, or a PC. Some of the smart wearable devices available in the market are Google Glass, Samsung Gear, Moto 360, and Nike wristbands. These devices find their application in various sectors such as Fitness, Healthcare, Lifestyle, and Entertainment.

The analysts forecast the Global Connected Wearable Device market to grow at a CAGR of 54.11 percent over the period 2013-2018.

The Global Connected Wearable Device market covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the Global Connected Wearable Device market for the period 2014-2018. To calculate market size, the report covers revenue generated by connected wearable devices. The report also provides the unit shipment during the forecast period.

The report's scope covers only connected wearable devices used by individual consumers; it does not cover those used by consumers in the Enterprise segment. For instance, the report does not include healthcare wearable devices used by hospitals. However, it does include healthcare wearable devices worn by individual users. The report also segments the market based on application into Lifestyle, Fitness and Sport, Healthcare, Entertainment, and Others.

The report, the Global Connected Wearable Device Market 2014-2018, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers North America, Europe, the APAC region, and the ROW; it also covers the Global Connected Wearable Device market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.

One major trend upcoming in this market is the decline in the cost of wearable technology because most of the wearable device manufacturers are trying to enhance the sales of such devices by making them affordable for a larger target consumer segment.

According to the report, one of the major drivers in this market is the enhancements in technology in combination with better aesthetics to match personal style as well as the convergence of technologies. In recent years, disruptive technical innovations have enabled the convergence of telecom, media, infotainment, IT, and internet-based applications into a single device.

This convergence of technology has become an essential part of the day-to-day life of individual users. In addition, the availability of converged user-friendly services on a mobile platform is enhancing the adoption of converged technology.

Key Topics Covered:

01. Executive Summary

02. List of Abbreviations

03. Scope of the Report

04. Market Research Methodology

05. Introduction

06. Market Landscape

07. Market Segmentation by Application

08. Geographical Segmentation

09. Key Leading Countries

10. Buying Criteria

11. Market Growth Drivers

12. Drivers and their Impact

13. Market Challenges

14. Impact of Drivers and Challenges

15. Market Trends

16. Trends and their Impact

17. Vendor Landscape

18. Key Vendor Analysis

19. Upcoming Vendors

20. Other Reports in this Series

Companies Mentioned:

• 270 Visin
• 4iiii Innovations
• 9Solutions
• Active Mind Technology
• Adidas
• Agent
• Atheer Lab
• Athos Works
• Atlas Wearables
• Avegant
• BEARTek
• BRAGI
• Basis Science (Intel)
• Bia Sport
• BioSensics
• Bionym
• BodyMedia (Jawbone)
• Brilliant Services
• Brother Industries
• Buhel
• Cambridge Temperature Concepts
• Carré Technologies
• Casio America
• Catapult International
• ConnecteDevice
• Cool Shirt Systems
• Cuff
• Cyberdyne
• DreamtrapCommercials
• Emotiv Systems
• Epiphany
• Epson America
• Evena Medical
• FashionTEQ
• Fatshark
• FiLIP Technologies
• Finis
• FitBark
• Fitbit
• Fitbug
• Fly Fit
• Foxtel Management
• GN Store Nord(Intelligent Headset)
• GOQii
• Garmin
• Geak (Shanghai Nutshell Electronic)
• GeoPalz
• GlassUp
• Google
• Heapsylon
• Hövding Sverige
• I'm
• Icedot
• Instabeat
• InteraXon
• Jaybird
• KMS
• Kapture
• Keryos
• Ki Life Solutions
• Kiwi Wearables
• LUMO Body Tech
• Lark
• MEMI
• META
• META
• Martian Watches
• McLear
• Melon
• MetaWatch
• Mio
• Misfit
• Moticon
• Motion Fitness
• Motorola Solutions
• Mushroom Labs
• Mykronoz
• Myontec
• NZN Labs
• Narrative
• Neptune
• NeuroSky
• Nike
• Nod
• O-Synce
• OMG
• OMsignal
• Omate
• Optinvent
• OrCam
• Owlet
• PUSH Design Solutions
• Pebble Technology
• Phyode
• Polar
• Qardio
• Qualcomm Connected Experiences
• RHLvision Technologies
• ReconInstruments
• Rest Devices
• Ringblingz
• Rufus Labs
• Samsung Electronics
• Sensible Baby
• SensoGlove
• Shot Tracker
• Snaptracs
• Somaxis
• Sony
• SpotNSave
• Sqord
• Suunto
• T.Ware
• Tarsier
• Taser
• iHealth Lab
• sWaP

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