The Hexiwear platform uses FreeRTOS, the Kinetis software development kit, as well as the Kinetis Design Studio integrated development environment. In addition, Hexiwear developers can access Kinetis Design Studio source files and complete hardware and software schematics, making the Hexiwear platform truly open source. The platform is designed for expansion with easy access to SPI, I2C and other serial interfaces for customization.
Developers can plug the Hexiwear device into its docking station and add from nearly 200 sensors through MikroElektronika click boards.™ Further expanding the functionality of the Hexiwear device, the Hexiwear smartphone application for Android and iOS allows developers to remotely access the readings from all of Hexiwear's sensors, and log the data into a cloud.
Hexiwear is available from Mouser Electronics as a single unit or as part of the Power User Pack, which includes the docking station. Also available are Hexiwear color packs—featuring a wristband, soft cover and front mask—and a standalone docking station with onboard programmer and support for up to three click boards. With the Hexiwear platform, developers can combine the style and usability of high-end consumer devices with the functionality and expandability of sophisticated development platforms, making Hexiwear suitable for IoT edge node and wearable markets.
