The Dual Face of Smart Glasses: Health Benefits, Lifestyle Convenience, and the Hidden Challenges
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Smart wearable devices have transformed how individuals track health and manage daily activities, providing real-time insights into vital signs and convenient fitness monitoring. Yet, these advancements come with challenges, including data privacy risks, measurement accuracy concerns, and potential over-reliance for health decisions. This study aims to balance the promise of health benefits and lifestyle convenience against these challenges. Limitations include evolving data security standards and measurement technologies, suggesting that future smart wearables should prioritize user safety through enhanced security and more robust health metrics.
Author: Wentao Wu
Institution: The University of Adelaide
Language: English
Subfield: General Health Professions
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4404867167