Qualcomm survey: AI agents are the next big selling point for wearables

Qualcomm surveyed more than 12,000 wearable users and potential buyers across 6 global markets. The results show AI agents are becoming the next key selling point for wearables, and Personal AI is now part of daily life.

About 60% of users use AI every week, and over 70% of smart glasses users use it often. Qualcomm envisions an 'Ecosystem of You,' where a personal AI agent connects watches, earbuds, smart glasses and smart rings, handling tasks and offering services like translation and health support.

About 70% of respondents are highly interested in this AI-powered wearable ecosystem. They want AI to manage devices and daily tasks through natural voice, and nearly half care about real-time translation and AI that acts on its own.

Privacy and security remain key. Nearly 60% of consumers want their wearable data kept private. Qualcomm says on-device AI, which handles data locally, is an important way to build user trust.