Whenever there’s a new line of jewellery launched in the market, it’s a feast day for jewel-lovers. Whenever there’s a new smartphone or device launched in the market, it’s a party for tech-lovers. But, what happens when the two are married? Well, that’s when tech- and jewellery-lovers join hands to celebrate smart jewellery – those chic pieces of modern technology that also serve up the latest in fashion. Catering to your slender wrists, lovely necks, cute ears and even your dainty fingers, wearables in the form of jewellery are the ‘smart’ way to make a style statement. While they’re the perfect little things to help you pretty-up, they’re also the snazziest way to keep fit and even stay safe. Wonder what we mean? Read on…
Neyya: Imagine a ring that lets you control your smartphone, car and TV, while also helping you interact with social media and respond to calls and messages. These are some of the functions that ‘Neyya’ (earlier Fin) boasts. Basically turning your palm into a gesture interface, this smart ring even has an app that lets you do still more, including controlling your Roku and GoPro devices. A boon especially to the visually impaired, Neyya lets you change channels, navigate maps and a lot more, using just a finger or your thumb. With the ring, you can even set reminders about those important meetings or medications. Good things truly come in small packages!
Bellabeat Leaf: Very few instances of smart jewellery have been able to combine beauty, elegance and a wide range of functions like Bellabeat’s ‘Leaf.’ This device can be worn as a necklace, a bracelet and a stylish clip. But, what’s even more fascinating than the versatile ways in which it can be worn, is the plethora of functions that it boasts. Bellabeat’s Leaf, according to Digital Trends, tracks all the basic fitness metrics and the quality of your sleep, while also keeping tabs on stress levels, your reproductive cycles, and more. The Leaf also works alongside an app that acts as the information display for stats. Also, the company recently launched ‘Leaf Urban,’ a waterproof version of the Leaf, that tracks stress and helps resolve it through meditation.
First Sign: What does a hair clip do? Well, it holds your hair in place. But, what does a smart hair clip do? Meet ‘First Sign’ – a smart hair clip designed to help women tackle violence aimed at them. The clip is fitted with security sensors, and is designed to not only send out a cry for help, but gather up evidence to ensure the attacker is caught. Though small in appearance, this impact-sensing wearable has a three-axis accelerometer, gyroscope and Bluetooth module, working to detect impact to the head, in which case it sounds an alarm and sends data to a companion app. The app then sends the data to a central monitoring service – data that can be used by law enforcement and medics. And it’s a hair clip!
Ringly: Ok. The name is a bit of a giveaway. Welcome to a smart ring that apart from smart, can only be described as beautiful. ‘Ringly’ is a smart ring that wants to ensure you busy people never miss a notification or message ever again, all the while making sure you stay notified in style. Available in a wide range, with a variety of gemstones gracing them, these rings will alert you about calls, emails, texts, and even your Instagram notifications. But, Ringly isn’t done. The company has gone past rings and has also launched a collection of ‘Aries’ bracelets. These gorgeous, gemstone-adorned pieces of jewellery will count your steps, calories burned and distance covered, while helping you receive customised notifications. So beautiful and so smart!
SAFER: If there’s any Indian company that needs to be lauded for its efforts in marrying jewellery and women’s safety, it’s Leaf Wearables. The company’s captivating little pendants, keychains and bracelets have a rich stone that contains a small circular device called SAFER. This wearable works in two ways – you can tap it when a threat is perceived and thus, trigger the companion app; and the app sends alerts to your loved ones, while also using GPS to keep them informed about your whereabouts. You just need to enter your destination and departure time, and they’ll be able to track you. SAFER will also inform you about the nearest hospitals and police stations. Now that’s smart jewellery!
Misfit Shine: When it comes to a consistent, low-key and versatile wearable that doubles up as jewellery, few can match the ‘Misfit Shine.’ Capable of being worn as a pendant, a clip and a wristband, this device even comes as a fancy Bloom necklace. The waterproof Misfit Shine is a wearable that tracks your activity, exercise sessions and your sleep. You can even keep tapping the device to check the time in a unique display set-up, or to see how close you are to reaching your fitness goals. Working with an accompanying app, the Misfit Shine’s best feature is probably its ability to let you track your stats even while swimming. Walking, running, swimming or sleeping – the Shine has you covered.
Ring: Last, but definitely not the least, is the ‘Ring.’ No, not that creepy Naomi Watts starrer, but the classy piece of smart jewellery that wants to “Shortcut Everything.” The world’s smallest input device, the Ring puts gesture control and home automation right on your finger. The device can enable gesture controls, facilitate text input by drawing letters in the air, provide gesture-based authorisation for finalising payments, and transmit alerts from connected devices. In other words, it’s brilliant! The Ring works with preset gestures for common controls and lets you configure your own custom gestures using its companion app. You could even take a selfie with this thing!
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