Technology

During the entire 2015, vendors shipped a total of 78.1M units, 171.6% more than the previous year; top vendors are Fitbit, Apple, Xiaomi, Samsung and Garmin.

There's also improved heart rate monitor accuracy as well as updated Sleep Mode which disables the screen wake-up feature not to disturb you while sleeping.

What makes GOQii different than other fitness band makers is the fact that it integrates data tracking with personal coaching services.

The new healthcare tech called Smart Cabin controller can analyze vital signs, such as posture, heart rate, and brainwaves, to help with safe driving.

As part of the Autism Glass Project, researchers at Stanford are testing the device to help autistic children recognize and classify emotions.

Device shipments grew 10.3% year over year to hit 26.3 million units during the second quarter of 2017; smartwatches grew 60.9%.

The company, which some refer to as "Apple of China," is preparing to enter the smart band market with an affordable device of its own.

The device records continuous ECG, heart rate, heart rate variability, respiratory rate, temperature and activity data.

Woebot is dubbed an accessible, personalized, and affordable treatment option for the millions of people suffering from mood-based mental illness.

The setup includes a small device that fits into a pouch sewn in one side of the shirt to monitor heart, respiratory and movement activity.