Navigate Paris

Navigate Paris

Wearable tech innovations continue to dominate the spottings we receive from our Springspotter network (along with 3D printing examples and the Internet of Things). 2014 saw the introduction of a suit that enables wearers to pay for goods with a swipe of their sleeve and gym wear with embedded sensors that offer detailed and precise data about muscle growth and technique, to name just a few.

Another stand out innovation from this still relatively new field was the Navigate Paris jacket, which has been designed to help individuals navigate the streets without looking at their phone or a map. Wearers first sync the jacket to their smartphone, and then enter their desired destination into the companion app. The jacket will subsequently deliver small vibrations in each sleeve to let wearers know where to head. The innovation could prove to be more than a convenience, as it enables walkers to keep their eyes on their surroundings as they travel, potentially reducing the number of accidents on roadways.

Those interested in the booming wearable tech trend would also do well to take a look at Mbientlab’s small Bluetooth chip, which has been designed to help makers create their own wearable technologies.