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Sony throws SmartWig into wearable tech ring

27 November 2013 •

Vendor submits patent for hairpiece that gives directions and measures blood pressure

Sony is considering moving further into the wearable tech space by submitting a patent for what is thought to be the industry's first smartwig. The hairpieces are designed to be worn on top of u...

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