During a 2021 survey in the United States, it was found that only about 15 percent of survey respondents were likely to acquire wearable technology in the next 12 months, either as a gift or through purchase. Those in the age group of 18 to 34 were more likely than others to acquire wearable technology.
Likelihood to acquire wearable technology in the United States in 2021, by age
Sample matched to U.S. Census for age, gender and race
Method of interview
Online survey
Supplementary notes
This question was phrased by the source as follows: "How likely are you buy, or receive as a gift, wearable digital technology like smart watches (ex: Apple Watch) or activity trackers (FitBit) in the next 12 months?"
Scores go from one to five, where 1=not at all interested, 5= very interested.
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