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This Mighty Exoskeleton Can Give You Superhuman Strength (Sort Of)

Anyone who wears this rugged exosuit will be able to lift heavy tools and objects like they're feathers.

By Kim Lachance Shandrow

Online Presence

Kim Kardashian Apparently Wants to Buy BlackBerry, and Thinks Twitter Is the New Google

The reality star professed her love for the BlackBerry Bold and her disdain for wearable tech. 'It's just not for me,' she says.

By Geoff Weiss

Tech

Fitbit Enters Smartwatch Arena, Replaces Recalled Device That Caused Rashes

The fitness tracking company, which boasts 70 percent of the wearables market, has announced the launch of three new wristbands.

By Geoff Weiss

Tech

As Wearables Get Hot, These 6 Industries Are Poised to Capitalize

The wearables revolution is coming. Here are the top industries that will cash in on the skyrocketing trend, according to a new report from PricewaterhouseCoopers.

By Kim Lachance Shandrow

Business News

Microsoft Finally Makes a Move in the Smartwatch Sector

It has been reported that in the next few weeks Microsoft will be debuting its smartwatch. But does anyone care?

By Laura Entis

Building a Business

Apparently You Can Become Addicted to Google Glass

Doctors have documented what they describe as the first reported case of 'Internet addiction disorder' involving the Google's computerized glasses.

By James Eng

Tech

Why the Gap Between Fashion and Tech Still Exists

If designers are willing to take the risk of pioneering 'smart fashion,' they could tap into multibillion-dollar industry.

By Gary Lipovetsky

Building a Business

This Wristband Delivers Electric Shocks When You’re Slacking

In a slump? Don't try harder. Electrocute yourself. Seriously.

By Kim Lachance Shandrow

Building a Business

Sorry, the Apple Watch Is No Game Changer

It's something new, but don't put it in the same league with the iPod, iPhone or iPad.

By Jason Fell

Building a Business

Why Business Can’t Risk Ignoring Crazy Technologies

Revolutionary technology is often introduced doing something so frivolous we overlook its potential.

By Duane Forrester

Tech

If Fashion Is Your Thing, This Smartwatch Could Be For You

Meta Watch starts shipments of its 'META M1' line of smartwatches.

By Jason Fell

Building a Business

Seeing the Future of Wearables in the Workplace

For HR, the promise of wearable technology offers huge possibilities, particularly for recruiting and hiring.

By Danielle Weinblatt

Tech

Today’s Wearables Suck and Why Tomorrow’s Won’t

Despite challenges, wearables are starting to gain traction. But when will they have mainstream appeal?

By Eddy Lee

Business News

Apple, Samsung and LG: Smartwatch Showdown Set for Early September

Samsung and LG have announced new smartwatch launches on the heels of reports that Apple will unveil a long-awaited wearable on September 9.

By Geoff Weiss

Building a Business

A Smart Helmet That Gives Riders Eyes in the Backs of Their Heads

Heads up, riders. This Android-powered skull protector is driving motorcycle safety into the digital age.

By Kim Lachance Shandrow

Tech

50 Cent Betting Heart-Monitoring Headphones Will Be a Hit

The rapper's headphone company, SMS Audio, is entering the white-hot wearables space alongside famed chip maker Intel.

By Geoff Weiss

Building a Business

Using Wearable Devices to Help Promote Employee Wellness

Wearable technology allows you to ensure employees are keeping active and sleeping well and may be the key to worker productivity.

By Lisa Evans

Building a Business

These Motorized ‘Rocket Skates’ Are For Real

Hoverboards? Jetpacks? Self-driving cars? So yesterday. Meet the motorized roller skate.

By Jason Fell

Building a Business

3 Unusual Ways Smart Tech Meets Fashion

At the convergence of fashion and tech there are many interesting and bizarre applications of wearable technology.

By Jason Fell

Business News

Watch Out: Smartwatches May Go Mainstream This Holiday Season

As software gets smarter and Apple enters the race, smartwatches may finally hit the mainstream later this year.

By Emily Price

Building a Business

A Device to Help You Sleep Better Raises Almost $500K in Two Days on Kickstarter

James Proud, a former Thiel Fellow, has come up with a sleep-tracking system that is getting lots of love from the crowd.

By Catherine Clifford