There are many features that have transformed today’s wearables – such as advanced functionality, lighter and less bulky hardware, seamless user experience and improved connectivity.
That’s the word according to industry analyst CCS Insight, who states that the growth is being powered by smartwatches, with fitness trackers on the slide in the next four years.
CCS’ report states that 85 million smartwatches will be sold in 2019, increasing to 137 million in 2022, but that sales of fitness trackers will drop by 43 million this year to 39 million within those four years.
Of the 117 million smart wearable devices the analyst expects to ship this year, Apple will lead the way thanks to its popular smartwatch range.
The latest Apple Watch - the fourth generation - launched last month and CCS claims that it is the main driver in smartwatch adoption and subsequent interaction.
This is particularly evident in the sports industry where advanced sensors and gadgets are embedded in smart apparel to provide users with real-time feedback on their metrics, actionable advice to improve their performance, and useful insights to decrease the risk of injuries.