Fitness bracelet Xiaomi Mi Band

The Xiaomi Mi Band wrist device created a real sensation in the world of small electronics and was particularly interested in activists, athletes, the male and female audience of fitness clubs. A fitness bracelet does not have a high price or a big name of the manufacturer, but it perfectly copes with its task of measuring steps, heartbeat, real-time display and a smart alarm clock.

The laconic, stylish form of a hand-held gadget attracts with its simplicity and the possibility of wearing in any circumstances and even in extreme conditions. The brand has released several fitness trackers, sales of the latest improved model have become the largest in the environment of fitness devices.

The Chinese brand Huami once launched the Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelet at an affordable price for just over $ 10. The accessory was liked by everyone who doubted the purchase of such a device and decided to purchase the most affordable device, the Xiaomi Mi Band 1.

Manufacturer Huami has created the world's first affordable fitness bracelet with a set of unique functions necessary for the formation and counting of your activity. The gadget works up to 30 days of use, the capacity of its battery ranges from 40 to 70 Ma-H depending on the release, but each of them works up to 20 days of continuous use. Among the features of the brand and its product, it can be noted that the "Xiaomi Mi Band" gadget can be bought cheaply only in China, and if the equipment is new, then it is pre-order. Resellers, and even the official seller increase the price to the beginning of the release and significantly lower at the moment when the hype subsides.

The main advantage of the brand Huami is the release of affordable and decent fitness tracker "Xiaomi Mi Band", which features the most important functions: a pedometer, heart rate monitor, alarm clock, call alert, SMS and events, a pulse counter and the ability to use the application to track activity, manage gadget and view statistics.

Fitness bracelet is a stylish and useful accessory for those who track their activity during the day and night. A smart gadget allows you not only to determine the time, but also to notify about the number of steps in kilometers, calculate the pulse, report incoming calls and messages, and even track activity statistics and heart rate rhythms based on special applications on the IOS and Android platform. A fitness bracelet is a smart alarm clock that tracks sleep phases according to the heartbeat and wakes up a person in fast sleep when they manage to wake up most easily. This is an indispensable tool in sports and daily activity in order to be aware of biorhythms and adjust their activity to the adopted algorithms.

The first version of the budget fitness bracelet is a device made of thermoplastic plastic, quite pleasant to the sensations of soft material. Among its functions are marked "smart" alarm clock, pedometer, calorie counter and notification of calls to the mobile due to a series of short vibrations. The bracelet is a one-piece design with a capsule in the middle, it is packaged in a simple uncluttered package of decent quality. Modular bracelet comes with:

• Charger;
• Chinese instruction.

Among the advantages of the fitness tracker "Xiaomi Mi Band black" of the first series it is worth noting:

• Water resistant. The manufacturer claims that the device can withstand immersion up to 1 meter in water, so that with a bracelet you can safely go to the shower and wash your hands without removing the smart gadget.
• Impact resistance. Tracker "Xiaomi Mi Band" will withstand a shock load from a height of up to 1 meter, for example, a bracelet can be dropped on the asphalt and nothing will happen to it.
• Applications. For a smartphone on the IOS and Android platform, several applications have been developed for working with a fitness bracelet, which allows you to track your activity on the screen, watch the statistics of distance traveled and calories burned, set the alarm during REM sleep. It is important that the smartphone has a version of Android 4.3 and newer, for the “apple” counterparts of the application are not so serious.
• Battery capacity is 41 Ma h, or 30 days of battery life.

"Xiaomi Mi Band 1 pulse" - an improved model of the first series of fitness tracker. From the name of the device it is clear that the addition was the function of measuring the pulse - an indispensable element of an active lifestyle. The new version has a tougher material and has become more reliable, despite the fact that the exterior design has not changed much. Several improvements of the Chinese brand, we note below:

• Battery capacity has become 45 Ma H;
• White LEDs appeared on the indicator (instead of three-color ones;

The basis of the bracelet is a thermoplastic silicone vulcanizer, the capsule is made of durable plastic and polycarbonate. Unlike previous versions, the bracelet of the new generation "Xiaomi Mi Band 2" has a capsular screen and a touch button. Now the gadget is a thin thermoplastic bracelet with a hole for the capsule module, which is simple to remove and put on. Description of the device kit "Xiaomi Mi Band 2":

• Module with LED-screen and touch button;
• Bracelet;
• Charging cord;
• Instructions.

Differences of the new model from the previous release are:

• Existence of the LED display with a quality matrix and the buttonsensitive to touch;
• Flat panel displayrecessed into the bracelet. By the way, now it is necessary to put on the module only from the inside of the bracelet, which will not allow losing or even damaging the device;
• The bracelet has become larger due to the increased size of the module and strapThe weight also increased to 7 g (this is not too noticeable when worn). The length of the strap can be adjusted from 155 to 210 mm;
• A modern heart rate monitor is located on the back of the device and has a high measurement accuracy;
• Charging for the gadget has changed - has become larger, so its previous version may not be suitable;
• Now you can synchronize the bracelet "Xiaomi Mi Band 2" with the Google Fit app;
• The battery capacity of 70 Ma H is almost twice the capacity of the first release.

As before, to use the official Mi Fit application for the Android or IOS platform, you must have Bluetooth 4.0 or higher and firmware 4.4 and 7, respectively.

The latest version of the Chinese fitness tracker, where high functionality and affordable price are connected. The novelty has not yet gone on sale to the Russian market, but its characteristics already know that:

• Offline gadget time will be increased;
• A full OLED display will appear;
• Pulsometer will work in continuous mode.

The principle of the fitness bracelets "Xiaomi Mi Band" of the Chinese manufacturer Huami is known and not complicated, but the most important thing is the accuracy of the data it provides. Modern versions of bracelets are improved to the extent that they allow you to see the actually passed number of steps (the first version of the gadget had an error of 10-20% in measuring the distance traveled).

On the back of the device (adjacent to the arm) is a pulse measurement sensor. The device measures the heartbeat in an active and calm state, you need to place your hand at heart level and sit for 7-8 seconds, the data will be displayed on a small screen (except for the model "Xiaomi Mi Band 1" without a heartbeat sensor).

According to the rhythm of the heart muscle, the intelligent device monitors the sleep phase and determines the fast phase when heartbeat increases. In determining the frequency of strokes, the work of the fitness tracker "Xiaomi Mi Band" is determined, by the way, the gadget tracks it perfectly and allows you to get enough sleep even for a short period.

To measure the activity when running, you need to synchronize the smart gadget with the official application, you will have to track the number of kilometers and statistics for several days on the smartphone screen.

• Instruction in Russian in combination with a fitness device allows you to solve several problems from rebooting the device to turning it on and off. The "Xiaomi Mi Band" bracelet can now be controlled using the sensitive button next to the panel;
• If the smartphone does not see the device, you must disable Bluetoth and restart the gadgets. Next - try to synchronize the program again by restarting the application on the phone;
• If you encounter problems with the recognition of the fitness bracelet, you need to configure the application on your phone, register an account or enter it again. You can turn off and turn on the mobile phone, update the official application;
• Step counter and other activity is usually reflected in the application on the smartphone, and this information can be managed: obnuv data, save, share with friends on social networks;
• You can charge a smart fitness tracker through a computer, laptop or connect it to an iPhone or other smartphone. It will be possible to charge the gadget in one night;
• To unbind a user account, you must use the Mi Fit application settings.

Sports gadget has several mandatory features that are in each model:

• A pedometer measures the number of steps taken per day and converts them into kilometers. You can adjust its work and set the rate that you plan to go through in a day or simply track your activity;
• Alarm clock. Classic alarm clock works at the set time - the tracker vibrates several times in a row. The “smart” alarm clock detects the phases of sleep, works in the phase of short sleep and literally selects a convenient time for quality waking up;
• Counting the twists on the press. Additionally, new models are able to track cycling. Now this type of physical activity will count.
• Pulsometer is in trackers 1s and 2, In the very first assembly of this function is not.
• Running track allows you to monitor the activity and rhythm of jogging using the application. The bracelet captures the data and transmits it to the smartphone.
• Notification of incoming calls and SMS comes with a short vibration signal, the gadget can notify about the lack of activity or any other event planned through the application. To use this feature, you must set the parameters in the application and turn on Bluetooth.

In order to start a full-fledged work with a fitness tracker, you need to install the official Mi Fit application on your smartphone on the Android or Iphone platform or select other suitable versions and have a personal account in them. This will allow you to keep statistics on your own activity and manage additional functions, and working on a full screen is much easier than on a small gadget capsule. After installation, you need to go through a simple registration, during which you need to specify data on the age, gender, weight of the owner. This information is necessary to calculate the calories expended, to determine the rate of heart rate.

Fitness bracelet can be worn without removing until 20-30 days of active use. You can take a shower in it, swim in the pool, run, sleep, in general, lead an active lifestyle. During sleep, a smart gadget monitors the activity of the heart and the sleep phase. You can set two types of alarm - regular and advanced.Normal will wake you at a specified time with a series of vibrations (usually 5), a smart alarm clock will work half an hour before the desired time and vibrate at the most favorable time - during the fast sleep phase. By the way, the compatibility of a smart gadget is possible with Microsoft, Android, IOS.

The strap cult tracker "Xiaomi Mi Band" is made of thermoplastic silicone vulcanizate. The plastic capsule consists of an alloy of magnesium and polycarbonate, which determines its noticeable weight (compared with the first version of the bracelet "Xiaomi Mi Band 1").

Silicone bracelet is pleasant to the body, plastic and durable despite the simple appearance. On the hand from looks stylish and concise. Accessories such as a strap and a removable capsule can be purchased separately: metal, iron, silicone in shades of lilac, yellow, and pink stand out from the unique designs.

Bracelets "Xiaomi Mi Band" have a stylish concise design and minimalist style. The only thing that can distinguish bracelets from each other is the main color of the gadget.

Black bracelet - the most popular. He is chosen by both women and men. He is on a par with the white tracker is considered versatile and is suitable for completing any image (including combined with the business style of clothing).

The color shades of the bracelets "Xiaomi Mi Band" are represented by blue, pink flowers, but the color of the accessories can be changed: you just need to buy a removable strap separately. You can buy a separate pendant for a capsule (it is traditionally black) and additionally diversify the design of the electronic gadget.

Waterproof fitness bracelet with heart rate monitor allows you to determine the rhythm of the heartbeat and to suspend physical activity or increase it.

Charging keeps as long as possible (up to a month) of active use, and reviews of real users confirm this fact.

In addition to the fitness gadget included:

• Replaceable strap black colored leather or silicic (blue, pink, lilac, green, white, yellow, blue);
• Replaceable capsule orange, black or other color;
• Cord for charging;
• Button-clasp in various shades.

You can distinguish a copy from the original fitness tracker using our recommendations. So, the original sports bracelet "Xiaomi Mi Band":

• It has a sleek square box with the Mi logo. The packaging on the front side has no other symbols;
• The box is sealed;
• Internal instruction has the logo of the company Mi;
• The bracelet capsule has the brand Mi logo on the left side, in the opposite - the serial number of the product (it is also indicated on the package);
• To verify the authenticity of the product, check the serial number of the fitness tracker. (located on the side of the capsule under the aluminum insert) with what is indicated on the box;
• White backlight (except for the first version of "Xiaomi Mi Band 1" - it has a three-color backlight);
• The original instantly connects to the official Mi Fit app under the name MIS1. Other found names of the bracelet do not allow to verify the quality of the fitness tracker and say that it is an analogue.

Fitness bracelet "Xiaomi Mi Band" replaces the wristwatches and the usual alarm clock on the phone. It is worn on the wrist, is adjustable in size and worn until the battery sits down.

Wearing a bracelet can not be removed until 20-30 days - the battery allows you to do this and track your own activity. It is not necessary to remove the gadget in the shower or when washing hands, however, when diving to a depth of more than 1 meter, it is recommended to remove it. You can sleep with a Chinese-made fitness bracelet - the device doesn’t interfere with rest at all and allows you to sleep; to do this, set the “smart” alarm function. You can wear it at a temperature of -20 to +70 degrees, regardless of the snow or rain.

Fitness bracelets "Xiaomi Mi Band" created a real sensation in the market of sports devices and were loved by even the most demanding activists. Of the advantages of the gadget, its extremely low price stands out for such a set of functions: a pedometer, a heart rate monitor, plus a smart alarm clock, and an application. In Chinese stores, a simple bracelet of the first series costs $ 13, the second will cost more - about $ 26. Of course, there are no such prices in Russia, and it turns out to buy a novelty abroad, firstly, it will be possible to find a cheap original only in China itself. The most realistic price for "Xiaomi Mi Band 2" is $ 60 from official representatives in Russia, on the well-known Chinese site Aliexpress the tracker is given from 2600 rubles.

Reviews of the "Xiaomi Mi Band" are very positive: the pedometer works perfectly and so reliably that one cannot doubt its quality. The “smart” alarm clock also creates good impressions: after a series of vibrations you get enough sleep, as it should be according to the instructions. Consumers celebrate the stylish exterior design of the gadget and the ability to choose colors from classic black to pink or blue. The electronic device works for a long time - up to 20 days of active use: daily alarm, calls, measurement of steps and running, heart rate monitor.