Koogeek BP2 Smart Blood Pressure Monitor - Unboxing & Review - General Accessories

This is the Koogeek Smart Blood Pressure Monitor
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Unboxing
The package comes with almost no accessories: 1x Micro-USB Cable (to charge the internal battery), 1x User Manual, 1x Quick Start Guide, 1x Quality Certificate, 1x Warranty Certificate and finally the Monitor (of course). Basically, most of the content is paper.
As regards the Build Quality, well it is as good as an old-style blood pressure tool, probably better than standard digital ones though. The main part of the device, where all the magic happens, is made of Aluminum for the External Chassis, and of course plastic for the internals. It feels really solid, and after many days of usage it is still as good as new.
On the upper side there is the main Power/OK button, a Power/Charging LED (flashes while charging, steady when full), a Reset Button and the Micro-USB port for charging.
As regards the arm strip, it is made of the classic fabric used for this kind of accessories, photos show everything, including what words can't even explain.
The Display is really sharp with a nice blue backlight and also easy to read thanks to the big size.
Usage
There are three ways to use this monitor.
1) Without BT/WiFi (so as a classic digital monitor).
2) Using BT that trasmits data to the Koogeek App in real-time.
3) Using WiFi that transmits data to the Koogeek Server in order to sync everything even without having access to the app or smartphone.
When it comes to the measurement, it is really smart. First of all it is necessary to configure the monitor for the first time using the Koogeek App, then everything is set for any future usage.
Luckily the app is really well-made (with an annoying advert when you start it though), available on the Play Store, and compatible with Google Fit.
This is the advert, or popup, i mentioned before, i don't get why they choose to show this when the app gets started considering that the app itself is made for this usage (lol).
There are lots of features, most of them related to other devices (weight monitor, etc...) but the amount of details shown for the Blood Pressure is not limited at all. There is an indipendent graph for each section, blood pressure and heart rate, and it is possible to start the measurement remotely.
Here you can see it in action.
Also, something that i consider a must, is the possibility to add multiple users, in order to share the monitor with different people in my family. It is much easier to use a single smart monitor for everyone so that it is possible to keep track of each other' health.
As regards the precision, well being FDA certified guarantees maximum precision, and also the internal hardware is not bad at all, with Texas Instrument chipset and some other nice hardware.
Conclusions
Living in a country where Smart Home/Health is still sci-fi, this is something that really makes the difference, transforming something necessary less annoying and smarter.
This monitor impressed me for the build quality, and i know it isn't the cheapest monitor that can be bought, i admit it, but i wanted something complete and reliable, so i went for this one.
After having used it for more than 15 days, i can recommend this product to anyone that would like to get into this smart home/health world.
Pros:
- Reliable
- Dual Connection BT/WiFi
- Excellent Koogeek App with Google Fit support
Cons:
- Koogeek App doesn't start automatically
Rating: 9.1
Packaging and Accessories: 7
Design and Materials: 10
Usage: 9.5
Price: 9 (based on Amazon price)
Official Product page: http://www.koogeek.com/smart-health-3076/p-ksbp2.html
You can find full-res images (I know, Quality isn't excellent) here: http://imgur.com/a/0v5KW​

Hi there,
1. Is somebody have found how to use wifi? And what for is it?
2. How to retrieve data through Google Fit (inside settings there are data sharing opption between them)
3. Might be somebody knows hot to set up in the report of blood pressure to show exact measuring time not ondly data.
P.S. Koogeg support is not answering.

Barcors said:
Hi there,
1. Is somebody have found how to use wifi? And what for is it?
2. How to retrieve data through Google Fit (inside settings there are data sharing opption between them)
3. Might be somebody knows hot to set up in the report of blood pressure to show exact measuring time not ondly data.
P.S. Koogeg support is not answering.
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1. I use it, it supports only 2.4GHz networks so be sure to have your smartphone connected to it in order to configure properly the feature. It is used to sync the measurement result to Koogeek servers when your device is unreacheable via Bluetooth.
2. As far as i know Google Fit doesn't support blood pressure
3. No

Thanks Alberto for the answers. My doctor is always asking me to send him blood pressure report with exact time stamp when measurement was done. That is why I have bought this device hoping that such a thing will be implemented in the report. It's sad that I have deceived by myself. And sad that Koogeek does not going in to support.

Barcors said:
Thanks Alberto for the answers. My doctor is always asking me to send him blood pressure report with exact time stamp when measurement was done. That is why I have bought this device hoping that such a thing will be implemented in the report. It's sad that I have deceived by myself. And sad that Koogeek does not going in to support.
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Let me try to provide this feedback to someone i know at the company, hopefully he can help you.

Oh my, Alberto I couldn't imagine that this is possible. Thanks from the high pressure blood heart for your efforts ?
How I can thank you?!

Barcors said:
Oh my, Alberto I couldn't imagine that this is possible. Thanks from the high pressure blood heart for your efforts ?
How I can thank you?!
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Hold on, I can see the time of the measurement if I click on it lol

Preview

During measuring, in measuring window - yes, but it is not in the report. Do for yourself data export to your email and you will see.

Barcors said:
During measuring, in measuring window - yes, but it is not in the report. Do for yourself data export to your email and you will see.
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Got it. Feedback forwarded!

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The new Sony watch: SmartWatch!

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It is called, simply, Sony SmartWatch (slightly unfortunate tagline: "Touch your world"), runs $149, and is supposed to come out in March. Here, I'll let it speak for itself for a moment.
Funnily enough, it lacks the one feature we most consistently associate with a watch—indeed, a feature we might consider indispensable: the continuous display of the time.
But in order to preserve battery life, the Sony SmartWatch only tells you the time when you "ask" it, by tapping once on the screen.
Tapping again calls up a range of apps on this Android-compatible device.
You can check your e-mail, texts, the weather, Facebook, Twitter. When a call comes in on your phone, you can reject or accept it via the watch (quite handy if you're wearing a headset).
And the thing is tiny, 36 millimeters by 36 millimeters, 8 millimeters thick, and weighing just 15.5 grams before you slap on a wristband of your choosing.
A few more details, for the spec-hungry: the watch uses Bluetooth to manage its commands to your Droid, and sports a multitouch color OLED display.
Sony's keeping somewhat mum on battery life, but CNET says about a week with low usage, half a week with moderate usage.
The watch is something of an update of Sony's LiveView watch, which was consistently ranked among the top handful of smart watches out there.
Why do smart watches matter?
I'll restate the obvious: they prevent you from having to fumble around in your pocket, constantly.
They stand to transform your wrist into something akin to (if a wee bit short of) a heads-up display.
It might seem like a minor point, but smart watch partisans call the experience transformative, and breakthrough technologies often arise through little ergonomic efficiencies like this.
(My one complaint is that these things will surely make the often oppressive feeling of constant connectedness even more oppressive and constant.)
EDIT: I have found a website selling the device, but I have no confirmation about it being geniune or not. Anyways, on own risk check it out, but I cannot be held responsible for making you buy fake items.
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AMAZON.CO.UK is doing a pre-sale already with as release date: February 29, 2012
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Generation-SmartWatch-Smartphone-Accessory/dp/B006RJR62I/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1329310313&sr=1-3
Some specifications about the Sony SmartWatch:
General
Platform - Android 2.0 and up
Dimensions - 36 mm x 36 mm, thickness: 8 mm
Weight - 15.5 g main unit, 26 g for watchband
Bluetooth™ General
Bluetooth™ core version - 3.0
Operating Range (m) - 10 (The LiveView had the same Range, but the connection dropped at around 8m already so this cannot be trusted.)
Communications
Messaging - Can read sms and email and calendar reminders on display
Social Networking - Services Facebook, Twitter
Calls - Reject and mute calls, pre-defined sms, take call and use headset
Power
Power consumption - Low usage, 1 week. Typical usage, 3-4 days, Heavy usage,1 full day. (Again, the LiveView had a very similar ammount, but did not make it one full day @ Typical usage)
Charging connector - USB cable (Probably MircoUSB)
UI/Wearing
Graphical display - Multi-touch color OLED display
Keys 1
Wearing Watchband and clip
Music player control Via display
Sales Kit
Kit contents:
SmartWatch main unit with clipBlack watchband
Watchband adapter
USB charger
User guide + warranty leaflet
Just hope you can manage spotify from it.
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using xda premium
The player should be universal. I have multiple BT devices and most of em can control Spotify, even if it's just the PLAY button.
It's an interesting dillemma, isn't it? The primary function of a watch is to be a reliable time teller but trying to preserve standby time means making less use of it.
To justify such a device, you would obviously need to constantly utilize it, but "heavy" usage of the device would mean having to recharge your watch every day if it makes it that far.
Not for me, personally, but I can see it being a hit with a niche group of users.
Very nice !!
Good to see someone trying a watch since ms's failure with the Timex some years ago.
The need is there given the right solution.
i think i'll prefer the Moto ACTV better
unless some one can hack this baby as well and root android on it
AllGamer said:
i think i'll prefer the Moto ACTV better
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Possibly, but $250 puts it into the same class as a smart phone. I think the pound price is about $125-$150 US.
Looks nice!!
Great
And the Price ?
TubeDrug said:
Great
And the Price ?
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Approx. $149 - 119Euro
AMAZON.CO.UK is doing a pre-sale already with as release date: February 29, 2012
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Generat...9310313&sr=1-3
very very interesting and useable item
http://www.imwatch.it/us-en/
Sorry, but I've got to support these guys. They definitely need my funds to keep up with the rent on their ultra-clean office facilities.
I just preordered one myself, so I did some research on various online shops and thought I'd share it here:
amazon.co.uk €120 to be released on feb 29
mobilefun.co.uk €91
clove.co.uk: €84 first stock in early march, not sure if this includes any wristband
cyberport.de €80
cyberport.at €81 for austrian customers only
All prices converted to EUR (17.02.2012)
I hope it won't be as disappointing as Sony's Liveview..it was a wste of money..
Well I use the first LiveView with the SGS2 and it works really good.
The new LiveView price is to high and I think it´s cause only "Sony" branded!
I have SGS2 and liveview, and it suck big time.. all the time broken connection
Amazon now have it listed as April, I've pre-ordered it as I don't like taking my phone out to read a message when I'm out.
All the things it can do are added by installing them to the phone, I've already seen someone is adding things that Sony missed like gmail
very Nice . But Expensive

SyPressure - Barometer [Pics]

Well, I was bored so I downloaded a barometric pressure app called SyPressure
It's actually pretty dang neat. For pressure noobs like me here is a quick fyi.
High - Clear Skies
Rising - Clearing or improving
Normal and Stable - Fair
Falling - Degrading
Slightly Lower - Usually Cloudy
Low - Rainy and Stormy
As a general guideline, think of 30 inHg (1016 millibar) as being a normal level. World records vary from a high pressure of 32.0 inHg in Siberia to 25.7 inHg during a typhoon (both readings are off the scale of most barometers). For the US, extreme levels can be considered as 30.5 inHg and 28.5 inHg.
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Barometric pressure varies with altitude. A higher elevation will have less atmosphere above it which exerts less pressure. To keep readings standard across the world, barometric pressure is to be indicated at sea level. Therefore, readings at elevations other than at sea level will require a correction factor which is based on the elevation and the air temperature (colder air weighs more and will require a greater correction).
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Well, I was bored so I downloaded a barometric pressure app called SyPressure
It's actually pretty dang neat. For pressure noobs like me here is a quick fyi.
High - Clear Skies
Rising - Clearing or improving
Normal and Stable - Fair
Falling - Degrading
Slightly Lower - Usually Cloudy
Low - Rainy and Stormy
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Finally a neat way to actually use the Barometer inside our phones.
Is this more accurate than a weather forecast though since its getting readings around you?
What other uses can the Barometer bring? I had read that the reason they included it in our devices was to get a much better accuracy on location when using GPS.
Is there a list of phones that have this barometer built in?
Found them, these at least.
Nexus
GS2
GS3
Im surprised it has taken this long for an app like this to make some proper use of the barometer given these sensors have been available on phones for more than a year now.
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And also does the weather icon change aswell? can anyone confirm?
I used this a while back on the Galaxy Note, and it's a fantastic piece of software, but it did kill my battery very quickly, so had to remove it
Finally, an app that can use that damn barometer!
Thanks!
Nice app.. I downloaded it. Once I get my Nexus 4 I will buy it (after making sure its compatible).
Pretty nice app! Thanks for sharing it! :good:
tzmueller said:
Nice app.. I downloaded it. Once I get my Nexus 4 I will buy it (after making sure its compatible).
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Tested on my Nexus 4, works fine.
Very nice app
Yeah... will try this out....
dodgem2012 said:
Is there a list of phones that have this barometer built in?
Found them, these at least.
Nexus
GS2
GS3
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GS2 (I9100) doesn't have barometer sensor. App will not work. Just a heads up
Surprised
My goodness I was very surprised at the accuracy of this app. Sent it up tied to a weather balloon(yeh, I was scared I would lose my device), and it accurately measured the pressure, so my surf report buddies and I included it in our weather/surf report, and true as nuts, the waves came as the pressure was dropping. Awesome app, will give all credits during next surf report to the developer. Hey bro, you got some super amped surfers all over Cape Town.
Looks nice but the TF101 doesn't have this piece of hardware if i'm right.
Some people commented the app, stating it gives false informations, maybe you should forbit the download for incompatible devices.
Regards
There's a few more barometer apps, I use one called Barometer Monitor, it lets you tell it how often you want to record the data, which helps with battery impact. There's another app that recently got some news called PressureNET which sends your data and location back to a server, and is being lauded as a way of distributed data gathering, similar to some research in using accelerometers in peoples cellphones to detect/predict earthquakes.
One interesting issue is that I work on the 23rd floor, so the pressure drops then rises again every few hours as I go back to ground level. It would be cool if you could tell an app that you are in this kind of an environment so it could "normalize" such sudden transitions.
I cannot get it from playstore, is it ok with the dev if someone attache for me the apk file?

Bluetooth Thermal Imaging addon Prototype

Hi everyone!
I've had some time to play around with the Prototype of the BT Thermal Imaging Addon for Android phones.
The Hardware and Software was designed by XDA Member "Mardaso", you can read about the begiinigs of the project in this thread.
Mardaso kindly sent me a prototype and allowed me access to the latest beta app for testing purposes.
I will attempt to show you what this device can do.
First some facts:
The Far Infrared Sensor built into this device is a Melexis MLX90620 16x4 Pixel Thermopile Array. It is a low resolution and low cost sensor. Despite the low resolution it is actually quite useful, 64 FIR Pixels can show up leaks around Windows and doors, find cold and hot spots and let you find your dog in the dark, especially in winter when the warm-blooded creature shines like a beacon...
A Model with two Sensors, doubling the resolution and giving you and aspect ratio of 16:8, is possible and might be available in the future. a trial run with a dual-sensor setup was succesful.
The device is currently powered by 3 AAA batteries, but newer prototypes work with 2 AAA batteries, making the unit smaller and lighter. The current revision uses BT 2.1, but the final device will be dual-mode BT with 4.0 support for future proofing and iPhone compatibility.
The Android App is currently pretty basic, offering Camera Overlay, framerates from 1-8Hz, Automatic or manual Temperature scales, Ironbow or RGB Color display and Screenshot capability.
I tested this with my Galaxy Nexus running Android 4.2.2 and it works quite well, a few bugs are still there, but they should be mostly solved by
the time this hits Google Play
So, let's look at some pictures:
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This is the current Prototype device, it's size and shape are far from final. The black thing next to it is the pouch for my Nexus. I attached the Sensor to my Nexus with a piece of Pugoo pad, this works really well.
This is my dog in TI vision. The resolution is no good enough for details. but still quite impressive for such a low-priced sensor.
This shows the real usefulness. You can clearly see how much warmth is radiated out through the old, double glazed wooden windows. The Yellow area does not quite match the windows area, this is due to the fact, that the sensor is not perfectly aligned with the Nexus camera. This should improve in newer revisions of the sensor and app.
This is a new and well insulated house, plastic windows with triple glazing. Windows, door and wall are mostly the same temperature.
Here you can see, that deven in a well insulated house there are warm and cold spots. This is the same door you saw above, but from the inside. To make the temperature differences visible I had to set the max and min temperatures by hand. Difference from warmest to coldest spot are minimal.
Last image for today: My dog at night with thermal overlay.
OK, this is just a start and a first impression. I'm planning to do more pictures, for example of the inside of my PC.
If you've got special wishes or questions, just ask and I'll try to answer.
Thanks for reading, I look forward to hearing your opinions and suggestions!
UPDATE:
I finally had some time to do a few more tests.
This shows that the CPU cooler is a lot...cooler than the VC chips next to the CPU socket.
This shot shows the GPU producing plenty of heat despite being idle
The "traditional" HDD gets a bit warm while the SSD keeps it's cool (hard to see on the picture, I know)
The temperature stays a lot cooler than the GPU and the VCs though...
And last but not least, here you can see that the case fan does it's job and blows the hot air out of the back of the case.
I hope you liked this little preview-review. Sadly there have been no responses so far, if anyone has questions, don't be shy to ask...
Thanks for the update!
See you having fun with the sensor.
Good work! I am currently trying to program my own interface with the MLX90620 but the 16Hz output doesn't look as good as yours - in fact, it's very noisy. Did you do some filtering or use a lower refresh-rate?
Also, how did you get the higher resolution? Interpolation?
@chnaideur:
I use 4Hz as a standard and 8Hz as a maximum at the moment.
The data is "noisy" because of the small temperature changes the sensor can detect.
In the last Android software I use a threshold between 0.5 to 1 degree Celsius to get a better picture.
Thus to filter out the noise.
The higher resolution is achieved by interpolation.
I remember following this project a ways back. Glad its came to fruition. Keep up the great work guys. Very interested in this.....STILL
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availability?
This is a great add on device. Are there any updates on its development or availability?
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This is a great add on device. Are there any updates on its development or availability?
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Hi,
why don't you send a PM to mardaso, he has built several versions and is selling them in Europe. Last I heard he was working on a USB-OTG Version.
If you live in the US you could get one of the "IR-Blue" devices that were up on Kickstarter. They are made for iOS Devices, but there is a free app by mardaso on the Playstore that should work fine with them.

[Video] [Images] Sony Smartwatch 3 First Look

Sony Smartwatch 3 First Look​
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Hey all
With IFA 2014 underway, we have more info on the Sony Smartwatch 3. Lets start with a hand on video​
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Sony Smartwatch 3 key features:
Design: Sony has taken a sporty look with its latest smartwatch, with its rubber wrist band that can be swapped by popping the center watch out of its strap. While there are several colors available, they are of all the same type, so its down to Sony if any other style will become available. Its design does open up a few other possibilities than just a wrist watch, SmartPocketWatch anybody? As with most of the new wave of Smartwatches, this has no camera, for me no big deal. The device features a bright 1.6" 320x320 transflective TFT LCD display.
Android Wear: With Google's big push to unite all wearables to one operating system, Sony has provided with the Smartwatch 3. Its built around voice command and simple gestures to help with the functionality of such a small screen. It allows functions such as the ability to reply to text messages, view Email or get directions, all from the wrist!
Fitness Monitoring & Walkman: Sony has introduced a service called lifelog, this helps users monitor and develop their fitness and well being. Sony is also rolling out a new Walkman app, this will enable the pairing of Bluetooth headphones to the Smartwatch.
Lets take a look at some images of the Sony Smartwatch 3.​
Looking forward to hearing members thoughts on this new design:good:​
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And Sony have just lost a customer.
I hate watches with none changable straps, plus it looks cheap compared to the SW2.
mitch1974 said:
And Sony have just lost a customer.
I hate watches with none changable straps, plus it looks cheap compared to the SW2.
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It's the strap that looks cheap. A full metal one is coming soon.
http://www.mobilefun.com/48552-sony-smartwatch-3-metal.htm
I hope they show it as soon as possible. Many people dislikes this watch because of the rubber strap (wich is great for sports and swimming).
Remember is the first IP68 and with GPS. Probably will be the first to fully support the extra features of Android Wear 2.
And Sony may have just regained a customer.
(Unless the LG G Watch R tempts me away, stupid name though, I may have to go for the Smartwatch 3, just because it would be a less embarrasing name to tell people if they ask what I'm wearing)
It seems is a "last minute" move from Sony.
The rubber strap gave a negative first impression in many websites and forum comments. A full metal watch+strap may atract more people.
I was Ok with rubber because it's perfect for swimming or sweating, but giving options is the right path to shine and sell more.
I'm also really looking forward to see in action the sport/multimedia features without the phone. This watch is the first of a new generation.
Bring IT ON!!!
Despite missing the heart rate sensor, in terms of specs and hackeability, this seems to be the best (specwise) smartwatch soon in the market.
The screen is transreflective, wich, for me is a plus.
Would like to know if I can buy the metalic bracelet version on the release day, or will have to buy after, but definitelly very excited about this smartwatch:
Memory
Flash 4GB eMMC
RAM 512MB
Sensors
Ambient light sensor Yes
Accelerometer Yes
Magnetometer Yes
Gyro Yes
Wi-Fi® Wi-Fi® enabled
GPS Yes
Bluetooth
Bluetooth specification 4.0
Transfer rate < 3Mbps
Power class Class 1
NFC Yes, to power on the SWR50 and start the Android Wear host
application
USB Yes, standard micro USB for charging and ADB installation
Battery
Type Li-polymer
Capacity 420 mAh
Charge time ≤ 1 hour
Usage time
Typical usage Up to 2 days
Standby time Up to 4 days
Environmental data
Operating temperature range -20°C to +60°C
Operating humidity range 5% to 99% RH
Storage temperature range -40°C to +85°C
Storage humidity range 20% to 95% RH
Charging temperature range 0°C to 45°C
Water and dust classification IP68*
Wi-Fi?
Where did you read it has Wi-Fi?
In official specs they don't say it:
http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/smartwear/smartwatch-3-swr50/specifications/
Edit:
Ok it's here: http://dl-developer.sonymobile.com/documentation/whitepapers/SmartWatch3_SWR50_WP_1.pdf
Wi-Fi "enabled", what does it mean? normal wifi?
If it has wifi opens the door for many more things like music apps downloading music without the phone or to sync exercices directly...
It's weird they don't talk about it in Sony website...
What do you think?
Fingers crossed for the Wifi thing!
Sony Smartwatch 3 Metal Black (exclusive)
Before someone asks: This is a real image.
Nice, really nice. Thanks for sharing.
First official ad video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEdIyFXxZ7w
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The screen is transreflective, wich, for me is a plus.
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I do not think it is a tranfectif screen.
Does anyone has already seen the sw3 ON without backlight?
It is confirmed in official specs. I don't doubt of that.
But wifi is only a spec in internal documents.
In public Sony website they don't mention it. That's a mystery at the moment.
In google play, it also mentions it's WiFi Ready!!!
Also Bluetooth 4.1
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=sony_smartwatch_3_black
Bluetooth 4.1 devices can act as both hub and end point simultaneously. This is hugely significant because it allows the host device to be cut out of the equation and for peripherals to communicate independently.
For example, whereas previously a smartwatch would need to talk to your phone to get data from a heart monitor, now the smartwatch and heart monitor can talk directly saving your phone’s battery and then upload their compiled results directly to your phone. This is crucial to the Internet of Things concept: peripherals become independent and can build their own networks before bringing the collation of all their data to you.
What does WiFi ready add in? I can't wait for this watch!
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It is unclear if its a mistake or not. Sony hasnt said anything about it. In the prototypes is not enabled.
We can only guess. But the potential is big. For example imagine a music service to download music before going running, or after the actitvity to sinc everything without using the phone...
Wa have to wait for the Andorid Wear 2.0 update...
Has the Nike ap already been tested? http://www.kdramastars.com/articles...-s-newest-smartwatch-release-date-october.htm

My review of the Miband 1S w/ pictures

I've used many different smartwatches over the past months but as they tend to have a rather weak vibration motor I started to look into a device to use along with it solely for notifications, and then I found the Miband 1S which seemed to fit my needs. I've positive experiences with Xiaomi devices in the past so I placed an order, I've now used the Miband for about a month and this is my review of the unit. Let's jump into it, shall we?
The Miband itself comes in a tiny little box that don't reveal all that much about the actual product, other than a Xiaomi logo on the front and on the back of the box there's some technical specifications that are related to the product. When you open the box, the first thing that you'll find is the actual "core unit" attached to a thick piece of cardboard, and below it is the accessories that are included with the product. There's not many accessories other than a special proprietary charging cable with a flat noodle-styled cable and a band made of some kind of rubber.
After removing the unit, I almost instantly felt that the item was made out of high quality as it feels very solid, and it definitely doesn't feel cheap in any way I could think of. The front of the core unit is covered by a plate made out of anodized aluminum and there's also 3 LED's, and on the back is the actual sensor that's used to measure the heart rate. On the side there’s nothing more than 2 pins that are made out of copper, that are used to charge the unit as it’s waterproof.
To fully take advantage of the MiBand 1S you’ve to sideload an application that’s available on the Chinese MIUI appstore, as the app for Miband that’s available on Google Play is heavily outdated and doesn’t support the heart rate monitor. After the app is sideloaded, the pairing process was very straight forward as the app is in plain English and guides you through the entire process.
So when it comes to the app for the product, I really like the fact that it’s easy to navigate and does display the data in a way that’s very easy to understand, and it’s also very easy to make changes to the settings of the band. I also like the fact that there’s a running mode and that you can manually measure the heart rate from there. However, there’s some major disadvantages with the app such as that it does not offer not many settings and lacks some features such as no proper notification support. However, with third party apps such this isn’t really a problem and those apps work along with the official app with no issues that I could find.
When it comes to the tracking the band does, I’m quite surprised by that it’s pretty accurate for the price that this unit comes in at. The statistics are pretty much the same as the ones that my other unit, Moto 360, counts while wearing both devices at the same time. The data isn’t very detailed but it does what it’s supposed to and make monitoring easy, and the added heart rate sensor is a nice bonus that bring additional value to the product.
The battery life isn’t as good as with the older generation of the Miband, but that’s primarily due to the added heart rate sensor that consume additional battery. For me, the Miband lasts about a week on a charge with all the settings enabled that are said to decrease the battery life but for me that’s not a problem as for me it’s a habit to put the device on the charger.
So conclusion time; the Miband 1S is one of my favorite smartbands out there due to its competitive pricing. The battery life is decent and the vibration is strong, and the data it collects are accurate. There’s no real reason not to buy this device and for the $26 that it costed me it’s certainly one of the better purchases I’ve made lately!
Bought my unit @ Everbuying.net for $26 and the link is:
http://www.everbuying.net/product1113384.html
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