on-body electronics
[/ɒn ˈbɒdi ɪˈlɛktrɒnɪks/]
nounpl: on-body electronics
eletrônicos vestíveis / eletrônica corporal / dispositivos eletrônicos corporais
1. Electronic devices and systems designed to be worn on or attached to the human body for various purposes such as health monitoring, communication, or data collection
On-body electronics like smartwatches and fitness trackers have revolutionized personal health monitoring.
Eletrônicos vestíveis como smartwatches e rastreadores de fitness revolucionaram o monitoramento de saúde pessoal.
2. Miniaturized computing and electronic components integrated into wearable devices that maintain close contact with the body
The development of flexible on-body electronics has enabled new possibilities in medical diagnostics.
O desenvolvimento de eletrônicos corporais flexíveis permitiu novas possibilidades em diagnósticos médicos.
The term is increasingly common in Brazil as the market for smartwatches, fitness trackers, and health monitoring devices grows. In the USA and tech hubs, 'wearables' is often used as a shortened form. Portugal and European Portuguese markets use 'eletrónica portável' more formally. The technology represents a significant shift in personal computing and health awareness across both Portuguese-speaking countries and English-speaking regions.
NYC Slang
body tech / wearables
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