This report pretty much confirms what we already knew here in the forums: consumers are not ready to shell out very much money for wearable computing devices just yet. The folks at Juniper Research compiled the info from a survey, and their analysis indicated that only 1 in 5 customers are prepared to pay more than $175 for a wearable smart device.
Their research determined that folks need a more compelling reason to consider shelling out their hard earned moola for a wearable, and that fitness related features are the most compelling reason people do so. The report also revealed that Apple and Samsung dominate the public perception for these devices. That is hardly surprising considering they spend the most on marketing.
Here's a link to the full report: Apple Voted ‘Coolest Wearables Brand’ Even by Android Users, Juniper Survey Finds - Juniper Research