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The Future of Wearable Devices
From digital display eye glasses, to fitness tracking wristbands and smart watches, wearable devices have taken off in popularity. Today, wearable technology is a multi-billion dollar industry, as both established tech companies and small startups are releasing products that could change our world. We speak with Joanna Stern, Personal Technology Columnist for the Wall Street Journal.
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