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From smartwatches to smart glasses, wearable technology continues to evolve and improve. These innovative devices give wearers new ways to monitor their health, boost workouts and explore the world around them.

In our latest whitepaper, we talk about the rise in wearables, the latest innovations and how EyeMed is continuing to bring smart vision technology to life. Here’s a preview of what’s inside:

Wearables are on the rise

Over the last few years, wearables have boomed in popularity.1 This technology is most popular with fitness consumers who use smart devices to track their workouts and real-time biometrics9. For everyday use, wearables such as smartwatches bring new convenience and health safety to everyday transactions2.

Some industry experts expect that wearables will soon be integrated into our clothing. These smart garments will be able capture more advanced bio-data on our health and lifestyles3. As technology improves, smart glass frame design will continue to be more lightweight, stylish and user-friendly4.

Smart glasses continue to evolve

AI glasses combine audio, camera and screen components to seamlessly perform everyday tasks5. AR glasses have the ability to project digital information directly into the wearers field of vision, enabling real-time learning and hands-free workflows6.

Integrating AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to enhance the potential and possibilities of wearables for users. This transformational technology can track bio-data, anticipate user needs and deliver interventions to improve user health based upon their vitals, medical conditions and lifestyle7.

Smart glasses that already incorporate AI will take their capabilities even further. Newer features will make built-in AI assistants more responsive, conversational and aware of their surroundings8.

About EyeMed

EyeMed Vision Care is a leader in vision insurance benefits. We deliver stand-out vision benefits centered around an outstanding member experience as America’s largest vision network.9 EyeMed is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Learn more at eyemed.com.

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  2. "How Digital Payment Innovations Have Shaped the Modern World”; Tech Funnel; techfunnel.com; July 2, 2024. 
  3. “Wearable Technology: Trends, Innovations, and Future Directions”; ACS Publications; axial.acs.org; July 9, 2024. 
  4. “Smart glasses’ appeal comes into focus at CES 2025; Computerworld. computerworld.com; January 14, 2025. 
  5. “The Best Smart Glasses to Augment Your Reality”; Wired; wired.com; January 29, 2025. 
  6. “AR Smart Glasses Case Studies: How AR enhances Field Work”; XR Today; xrtoday.com; February 5, 2025. 
  7. “The Wearable Revolution: Transforming Health Care with AI-Driven Insights”; American Enterprise Institute; aei.org; January 15, 2025. 
  8. “What’s next for smart glasses”; MIT Technology Review; technologyreview.com; February 5, 2025. 
  9. Based on the EyeMed Insight network and analysis of competitors’ largest networks via competitor data, 2024
  10. “Wearable Technology: Trends, Innovations, and Future Directions; ACS Publications; acs.org; July 9, 2024. 
  11. The Future of Eye Health and Optical Tech”; Vision Plus Mag; visionplusmag.com; April 9, 2025. 
  12. EyeMed, Nuance Audio, Ray-Ban and Oakley are owned by the same ultimate parent company, EssilorLuxottica.
  13. Based on the EyeMed Insight network and analysis of competitors’ largest networks via competitor data, 2024.