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Separate a wearable’s everyday features from its health claims
A wearable may combine convenient notifications, activity information and health-related features.
Wearable Technology
Wrist-worn and other personal devices assessed through intended use, comfort, battery routines, compatibility and data handling.
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Understand Wearable Technology
Wearable technology places connected functions on the body, combining convenience with sensors, accounts and charging routines. This section distinguishes activity features and notifications from health-related measurement claims. Fit, purpose, evidence and data handling are assessed separately so confidence in one capability is not silently transferred to another.
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