Forrester wearables research - figure 1

Forrester: 21% of online adults use a wearable device

The high adoption of Fitbit and similar product within that group can be attributed to a combination of its hardware and software.
HealthTap Compass

HealthTap Compass service launches with Flex as its first client

The service acts as a hub for managing all employees' healthcare needs, from information to prescriptions and even lab test referrals and interpretations.
LifeTrak ZOOM

LifeTrak ZOOM is touted as the only amphibious fitness tracker

Thanks to the innovative flexwear technology, the wearable device provides continuous heart rate monitoring both in water and on land.
Froc - smart chair for toddlers

Smart Froc high chair for toddlers lets parents monitor their child’s weight

Designed by a team based in Slovenia, Smart Froc is touted as the world's first smart highchair, boasting weight sensors under the seat.
PinpointCare

PinpointCare raises $11M for its care coordination platform

The company's platform is designed to deliver personalized care planning, monitoring and communication, while reducing the need for outsourced call centers.
PerfectServe

PerfectServe raises $21M for its communication platform

The funds secured from strategic investors will be used for the growth and innovation of the company's flagship solution, PerfectServe Synchrony.
CVS Health

CVS Health teams-up with MassChallenge, Rock Health

With these deals, CVS is looking to collaborate with the most advanced and capable organizations to develop future-looking healthcare solutions.
LG Watch Urbane with LTE

LG Watch Urbane 2nd edition is the first Android Wear watch with LTE

The updated smart watch comes with a 1.38-inch circular P-OLED 480x480 pixels display, heart rate tracking, workout tips and stress level monitoring.
MedZed

MedZed raises $3.2M for its technology-enabled house call platform

The company will use the funds to enhance its technology and communications platform, and grow management and clinical teams.
lapka + Airbnb

Airbnb acquires connected sensor startup Lapka

Lapka CEO and creative director Vadik Marmeladov said that his company was never meant to build medical devices but rather build the most beautiful science ever.