The Market for Smart Fabric "Components" for Consumer Applications is Expected to Grow Over $700 Million by 2011
Summary
Central to many are the limited capabilities of existing battery and therefore power/performance solutions, management of the balance between electronic and apparel replacement cycles, and receiving proper product distribution and support from fashion retail outlets.As technical and commercial value chains have yet to fully evolve, organizations have relied on more of a turnkey approach to product development and only now are starting to evaluate opportunities to outsource non-critical functions.Initially hindered by cultural acceptance (Borg factor) and performance issues, the use of wireless headsets is increasingly becoming commonplace.Central to many are the limited capabilities of existing battery and therefore power/performance solutions, management of the balance between electronic and apparel replacement cycles, and receiving proper product distribution and support from fashion retail outlets.Currently, the largest segment of the wearable infotainment market is for Bluetooth headsets.Initially hindered by cultural acceptance (Borg factor) and performance issues, the use of wireless headsets is increasingly becoming commonplace.