With the absence of a compelling use case for smartwatches outside of activity tracking, Strategy Analytics explores the ways in which the functionality of nascent hearables and emerging network connectivity will fundamentally alter how wearables are utilized by providing a decentralized, network-driven experience.
This report presents Strategy Analytics’ User Experience Strategies research into the needs, behaviors, and expectations of consumers regarding new and emerging wearable devices such as smartwatches and hearables. Recommendations are provided for delivering the most compelling experiences for devices in these categories.