Wearables and transferable cores as base for ubiquitous computing

Ubiquitous computing is defined and described as a new paradigm for end users utilizing advanced computer technologies supporting them in their daily life and in their interaction with other persons. Wearable computing and transferable core processing are presented as two key ingredients of this emerging computer technology. Wearable computing offers hands free, voice activated operation and utilization combined with full capability to move for persons which are using computer technologies to assist them in their daily work and in their interaction within their environment. Transferable core processing provides the availability of computing power optimized to personal needs (Mobile Assistant®). Transferable core processors are connected to periphery optimized to environments covering the daily life such as activities at home, in the office, on the move and at leisure. Core processing units can be moved easily between these environments. Functions and applications are described and their potential is shown when using capabilities of wearable computing and transferable core processing as part of ubiquitous computing. The impact and auspices on the society is shown when working under this new computing paradigm.