Intelligent electronics at every joint
At CES 2015, the wearable revolution finally came to light as manufacturers and entrepreneurs showed off refined and innovative products. In addition to refreshed versions of the classic smart bracelet and its younger, hipper cousin the smartwatch, there are now even devices for the lower limbs such as smart socks and anklets. The potential for better health and better fitness is limitless.
Fitbit: rebuilt from the ground up
A shining example of the rapid progress of the industry is the new Surge wristband from Fitbit. The original Fitbit Flex only had a few limited fitness functions, but the new model powers ahead with built-in GPS, a heart rate sensor, touch screen controls, Bluetooth synchronization, and a stunning 7-day battery life.
An integral part of any exercise program is monitoring body weight fluctuations. The Fitbit Aria smart scale connects to home WiFi to automate this process. Advanced functions allow it to track 8 peoples’ weights, along with long-term statistical monitoring of body fat percentage and BMI.
Garmin: a refined Classic
The classic brand Garmin offers a traditional fitness bracelet, the VivoSmart, which can be linked remotely to a chest belt for accurate heart rate monitoring. Improvements over older versions include a touch OLED display to keep you informed of your statistics and text messages, and the bracelet is configured for continuous wear.
Jawbone makes forays into fashion
The Jawbone UP3 helps you monitor your activity throughout the day, from counting steps to measuring the duration of your sleep. In addition, the attractive Netamo JUNE could easily pass as a piece of jewelry. The bracelet also contains sensors to measure UV radiation exposure, and with the integrated smartphone App, can suggest sufficient sunscreen SPF for the climate or whether you need sunglasses.
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Enhance your lifestyle
Explore the rising category of Smart Health products. Fitness is not a thing that you can attain in a day – it requires consistent effort and attention. With smart sensors and trackers, you can quantify and track your exercise accurately and attain your fitness goals in a way that was previously impossible.
