Could this shirt save your life?

We did warn you that wearable tech would be the biggest trend of the year. But don't you know that the "smart" shake-up doesn't stop at watches or other applied-science accessories, these computers are incorporating into your clothes.

Begin with some new body armour, the Hexoskin. This sensor-filled smart shirt tracks your performance, including heart rate and calories burned, while you wear it.

Instantaneous information is sent straight to your smartphone (or any Bluetooth-enabled device) so you can plan exactly how your workout will help you take over the world… or just lose that extra weight. It costs $399 (Rs 24,000), with the starter kit to monitor your stats.

In machine-washable, highperformance Italian fabric, Hexoskin features some 14 hours of battery life and doesn't require you to use its own proprietary analytics app — Open Data API allows you to download your own stats for use as you see fit.

Get ready for a wearable tech wardrobe where tracking your health data may be as easy as just getting dressed.