The document discusses statistics about wearable technology users in America. It finds that 82% of wearable tech users believe it has enhanced their lives by improving health and fitness for 71% and personal efficiency for 61%. It also predicts that the number of wearable devices will grow from 22 million in 2013 to 175 million by 2018. Usage of health and fitness apps has increased 62% in the past 6 months and the wearable technology healthcare market is projected to exceed $2.9 billion in 2016, accounting for at least half of all wearable technology sales.

1. of wearable tech users in
America believe that it has
enhanced their lives.
71% said that it improved their health and fitness
61% claimed their personal efficiency improved
37% said it helped their career develop
13% never remove their device
source: trendblog.net
82%

2. of wearable tech users
in America believe that it
has enhanced their lives.
source: trendblog.net
82%

3. In 2013, there were
22 million wearable devices.
that is predicted to grow
to 175 million by 2018.
source: cisco visual networking index

4. In the past 6 months,
health and fitness
app usage has
increased 62%.
source: flurry analytics

5. in 2016, the market for wearable technologies
in healthcare is projected to exceed
$2.9 billion
this will account for at least half of
all wearable technology sales
Source: informationweek.com

6. top 6 activities for sports
& fitness wearables
75%
walking
39%
running
(outdoors)
48%
running
(indoors)
29%
gym class
40%
strength
training
25%
hiking
source: HIS Electronics & Media