Are you really looking out for a device that keeps a track of your complete health – whether it is about your heart rate, or sleeping pattern or your skin texture and so. If these are your demands, then you should definitely give Microsoft Band a try – it is designed to fit your health first.
So, you have been looking for a device that always keeps you updated about your current health status? What would be the best if your health tracking device is compatible with your latest iPhone 6? It will be definitely like an icing on the cake. Wouldn’t it be?
Microsoft has recently launched a health tracking band, which is very much compatible with the Apple’s iOS and comes inclusive with a dedicated OS X app for easy syncing. iYogi reviews the latest band from Microsoft and how it can benefit you in the long run. Take a look at it:
Hardware and Design
Microsoft Band is the first fitness and health tracking device, which sounds highly active at offering step tracking, heart rate monitoring, sleep monitoring and many more to name. The best and the most intriguing feature is the integration of GPS, which allows the band to keep a track of our outdoor runs without accessing our iPhone’s GPS.
The design of the Microsoft Band is tough in looks, but very comfortable on wearing it. It comes embedded with a 1.4-inch touchscreen that measures 11 mm by 33 mm, having a resolution of 320 by 106 pixels.
The band is designed to add up to your looks. It is comfortable on your wrist, while allowing you to adjust its tightness of the Band using a unique side-locking clasp.
The benefits of Microsoft Band
The first thing that needs to be cleared up is that Microsoft did not launch this band as a competition to Apple watch or Android Wear hardware. Instead, Microsoft has diverted its focus onto the fitness market where brands like Nike, Garmin, Fitbit, Jawbone and many others are in the competition list.
Here is the list of usage that stands the band out in the market:
- Apart from tracking heart rate, the band also keeps a track of our sleep, steps and movements, skin temperature, Ultraviolet light and many more things.
- It comes with a built-in GPS that allows easy outdoor monitoring of your health.
- Includes unique and selective guided workouts that are definitely going to be interesting.
At the same time, you will not have to face any issues regarding its battery performance as Microsoft clearly stated that the Band can last up to two days on a single charge. But, if it is used along with GPS, the battery time is expected to go down.
iOS Compatibility
Syncing and customizing the looks of the Microsoft Band through iOS App is very simple and convenient. Once, synced using the iOS App, the Microsoft Health app allows users to review their health related activities, such as runs, exercises and skin or sleep patterns.
With all these features, the Microsoft Health should definitely be proud of its comprehensive and detailed approach towards fitness. The health tracking capabilities and out-of-the-box easy support for Apple’s iOS definitely stands the device out in the crowd.
Conclusion
Priced at $200, Microsoft Band is clearly not focusing at the same market as the Apple Watch or Android Wear. The Band – a health tracking device from Microsoft is more focused towards the fitness market along with basic smartwatch functions.
So, if you have been looking for a health tracking device, then what else can fit your choice than the Microsoft Band.
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