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Falling prices for core computing components, rapid advancement in speech recognition technology and head-worn display products are fueling a phenomenal growth in the wearable computer market. One impetus for sales is the ability of wearable computers to produce cost savings and improve customer service, triggering a quick and tangible return on investment. Their use has become most popular in distribution/warehousing, transportation, field service and military segments. However, wearable computers still have some hurdles to overcome for the boom to occur. Those surveyed cited three main reasons for not purchasing: high prices, the unavailability of a product that solved their application needs, or no perceived need for hands-free computing in their supply chain application.

Wearable computers: The new fashion-ware for the future
Frontline Solutions; Duluth; Dec 2002; Brian Albright

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