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wearable tech

American  

noun

  1. wearable technology.

    items of wearable tech.


Etymology

Origin of wearable tech

First recorded in 2000–05

Example Sentences

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Shares in the Franco-Italian eyecare behemoth slid Wednesday on the back of a media report that Apple is pouring more resources into developing its own AI-powered wearable tech, including smartglasses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

High schooler Peichl, however, doesn’t fear the surveillance aspect of wearable tech like the Meta AI glasses.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

The country is a potentially massive and lucrative market for wearable tech.

From Barron's • Dec. 3, 2025

Participants can choose either face-to-face group sessions or digital support, including wearable tech and access to health coaches and peer groups.

From BBC • May 29, 2025

Proposals for experimental usage of wearable tech much be submitted to the oversight committee by June 15.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 19, 2024