Wearables
Smartwatches in your classroom. Stay informed.
They're already here...
As a teacher, keep an eye out for the following smartwatches and stay ahead of the game. Ultimately, it's your decision whether or not to allow them in your learning environment, but here's a short list and their capabilities to help you decide whether they are of value or a villain in your classroom. They may not look like smartphones, but they can do almost everything a smartphone can.
The Apple Watch
- Syncs with iPhone to get any and all notifications from available apps
- Send sketches to others wearing apple watches; no record after disappearing
- Check email, texts, twitter feed, etc. with the simple raising of your wrist
- Has microphone, enabling the recording of voice messages
Videos:
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The Pebble Watch
Capabilities:
- Syncs with iPhone or Android to get any and all notifications from available apps
- Check email, texts, and compatible social media messages
- Some styles can reply
Video:
Pebble Time (one of three styles available)
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Android Wear
Capabilities:
- Works with Android phone or iPhone to receive notifications from various apps
- Say "OK Google" to ask any question or check off To-Dos
- Respond to messages right from watch
Videos:
Intro. to Android Wear-Developer Preview
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Samsung Galaxy Gear
Capabilities:
- Make and answer calls hands-free
- Check texts, emails, and updates from compatible Samsung Galaxy apps
Video:
Learn More:
What You Can Do
Device Box
Safe Zone
See & Take
Hudson City School Policies
Wearables & Education
Kristin Dages
Email: dagesk@hudson.k12.oh.us
Location: Hudson, OH, United States
Phone: 3306531312
Twitter: @KristinDages
Photo Credits
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