Smart bracelet
Recently, the smart bracelet has been particularly popular - an innovative new product in the world of electronic technology. The demand for smart bracelets is constantly growing. Many people dream to buy this fashionable device, especially those who are interested in high-tech devices and fashionable gadgets. In today's world, very few people can be surprised with a thin phone, a powerful gadget, an ultra-sharp image. Manufacturers of electronic devices are constantly inventing new technologies and programs that do not leave consumers indifferent.
Before you buy a smart bracelet, the buyer wants to know its features, advantages and basic functions. He is also interested to know which firm produces the best option and how it stands out against the background of others.
What is and why?
Wrist watches have already entered our daily life. Some use them as a way to find out the exact time, others - to complement the image. Every year, watches change the design and function. They can be equipped with a repeater, chronograph, power reserve indicator, calendar. But a big jerk in the world of modern technology has become a smart watch, they are also smart bracelets.
A smart bracelet is a wristwatch that has computer and phone functions. The number of functions depends on the model, modification and decision of the manufacturer. This gadget has a stylish and comfortable case, has many features and fits perfectly into almost any image.
A feature of the accessory is its need to work together with other devices. It can serve as a supplement to the tablet or phone. Smart watches are aimed at performing actions on the main device at a distance, i.e. remotely. You do not need to be in close proximity to the device, but to perform the necessary actions through a smart watch. Bracelets appeared on the technology market, which do not need to be connected to the main device and work independently.
Kinds
Smart watches are divided into several types. Each of them is made in a certain style and performs specific functions. To date, we can highlight men's, women's and children's gadgets.
- Fitness bracelet aimed at counting the number of steps for a certain time, the total length of the distance and the number of burned calories. This data is transmitted to a phone or tablet through a special application. It is possible to request a report for the period of interest of the owner. On the device there is a menu of products with their calorie content. If there are no products, you can add them yourself in the telephone application.
In addition to these functions, a fitness bracelet captures body movements during sleep. It can also set an alarm clock that will help you get up early in the morning. Some models can count the number of steps and are resistant to moisture.
- The men's bracelet is equipped with an electronic wallet function. Through it, you can control the system of "smart" home, drive a car. More simple models do not have a screen and any heaped features. As a rule, they have an alarm clock, an accelerometer, a Bluetooth module and a vibration motor. They can measure the pulse in the daytime and at night. Male accessory has a strict classical style.
- Women's bracelet differs only in color and design. Otherwise, it has the same functions as the men's accessories. He can inform the owner of the incoming call, SMS, with it you can listen to music.Some models suggest the ability to save the information you like through a button on the bracelet, which will appear in a special application on your smartphone.
- Children's bracelet aims to track the location of the child. With it, you can at any time request information about where the child is. It has two useful functions built in: automatic dialing and autodetection of the location of the owner. If the child does not answer the call within a few seconds, the device will automatically turn on the microphone and the parents will hear what the owner is busy with. This way you can make sure that nothing threatens him.
- A smart watch is a phone on hand. With it you can not only know the time, but also make calls and receive messages. It has a powerful speaker, through which you can communicate on the speakerphone. It has Bluetooth, a camera, a memory card and a SIM card slot. With it, you can view videos and images, listen to music, read books. Some models are equipped with a voice recorder.
How does it work?
In order to understand how smart watches work, you need to study the instructions in Russian. The instruction is attached to each device and you can find any information of interest to the buyer in it.
- First you need to read how to properly charge the device. Before you start using the gadget, it must stand on the charge for at least half an hour. To do this, you need to remove the bracelet module and insert it into the USB port of the computer. While the device is charging, the indicator will flash.
- To install the program, you need to download it through a special application on your smartphone. While using the program, the phone must be connected to the Internet via a mobile network or Wi-Fi. If the device is not connected, it is necessary to seek help from a specialist.
- Next, you need to create your account in the installed application. You can use the accessory in two modes: gesture control and finger touch. These features may change or be updated when software is updated.
- To connect the smartphone to the bracelet, you need to turn on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on both devices. A smart watch is connected via the phone, in which the device search mode is enabled. The whole process in detail and in the drawings should be set forth in the instructions.
- Manual syncing is not necessary.since this process occurs automatically at a specific time. If the owner wants to synchronize out of schedule, he can do it in the application. It is possible to set the time and alarm.
- Sometimes a person needs to untie a smart watch from a gadget.. To do this, enter the application settings on the smartphone that connects these two devices, and click the "disable" button. After confirming the operation, you can safely assume that the bracelet is disconnected from the smartphone.
If the device is broken, then you need to take it to be repaired, which, according to the guarantee, should be free of charge for some time.
Functions and specifications
Smart watches have quite a lot of different functions. Their quantity depends on the manufacturer and price. Of course, the smart watch for iphone must support software iOS, and therefore will cost dearly.
The main functions of smart bracelets:
- Thermometer, tracking the body temperature of the owner and the external temperature;
- Barometer designed to measure atmospheric pressure;
- Compass, allowing to determine the direction of the world;
- GPSwhich helps to determine the exact location. It’s hard to imagine a modern gadget without a GPS tracker.
- Chronograph;
- Stopwatch, helping to pinpoint the exact time;
- Calculator. It allows you to quickly perform mathematical calculations;
- Currency Converter it is intended to find out in real time the rate of a particular currency;
- Silent alarm clockwhich, due to the vibration, informs the owner that it is time for him to wake up;
- Time - This is the main function of a smart watch, which always helps to know what time it is.
- More expensive models are equipped with more advanced features. They can have a mobile network, access to the Internet, allow you to read e-books, receive e-mails and the ability to install entertainment applications.
- With this fashion accessory, you can track your own health. For older people, it is a necessary thing that controls blood pressure (blood pressure). And athletes through a smart bracelet can find out the number of steps and calories burned.
- The most important property of the gadget is to notify about calls and SMS. After all, it often happens that the phone is far from the owner or there is a silent mode on it. When the phone rings or SMS arrives, the bracelet vibrates.
Every year the accessory is improved and expensive models are equipped with a camera, player, payment system, voice recorder. Through them, you can join the personal video surveillance system and enable or disable the alarm on the car.
disadvantages
Any technique has its advantages and disadvantages. Smart watches are not ideal in all respects, since they have their drawbacks.
- The main drawback of the device is low power. Too long loads put the battery in, so it needs to be charged often.
- Another huge minus of the accessory is insufficient security. They will not withstand prolonged contact with water and will easily break if they hit the floor. But some expensive models are still provided with additional protection.
Which to choose?
On the shelves of electronics stores presents a huge variety of different smart bracelets from different manufacturers. They all have their advantages and disadvantages and stand differently. Therefore, going to the store or ordering the device in the online store, you need to carefully examine all the information about it.
- When buying a gadget, you must consider the presence or absence of the screen. Some functions work only through the screen, and you can perform much more operations in such an instrument than in an instrument without it. Of course, this directly affects the price.
- The size of the accessory should be such that it fits tightly on the hand, but it does not squeeze it. This is important because the strap of the bracelet, as a rule, is not intended to be regulated.
- It is best to choose a bracelet that works in conjunction with a smartphone or tablet. This will allow you to use the accessory continuously and update the software as it becomes available. A bracelet that works separately from other devices has fewer functions and often remains useless trash.
It is very important to choose the desired design and color of the accessory. It should look harmoniously in combination with everyday clothing.
- Ideal if the bracelet will work with an application that is available for download and is suitable for Ios and Android
- When choosing the best accessory you need to take into account its main features. If it is bought for sports, then it should have a pedometer, heart rate monitor, calorie counter and a list of exercises. If it is purchased as a means of communication, then it should have a hole for a SIM card, an Internet connection, a voice recorder and email. It is very good if the device is waterproof, because it is likely to wet it.
Do not overpay money for those features of the gadget that the buyer will not need. This can be watching videos and images, listening to music, showing world time, etc. The best accessory is equipped with useful properties and at the same time is inexpensive.
- If a person has purchased smart watches that are not protected from moisture, then they need to be removed before bathing. Water and cleaning products may adversely affect the material.
Review of the best gadgets
Many leading electronics manufacturers in the world are working to create smart bracelets. All of them are good in their own way and have a lot of advantages. But there are gadgets that are most popular among consumers and are in great demand.
- Innomdle Lab SNGL Headset - a unique device that allows you to talk on the phone through a finger that you need to attach to your ear. This has become possible due to the built-in device in the headset strap. It can be worn as a regular bracelet or used as a watchband. Such a combination has many advantages, therefore SNGL-the headset is very popular in the modern market.
Cost - 6500 p.
- "Onetrak Sport" - This is a smart device that controls daily activity, sleep and the number of calories consumed. You can get a report on the work done through the schedule, which records all the achievements. "Onetrak sport"defines the phases of sleep and captures the movement of the body during rest. It has a built-in alarm clock that will gently wake the wearer in the morning.
Cost - 4500 p.
- Shimaki - A device that controls the physical activity of a person during the day. It has a built-in function for receiving calls, which allows you to talk to the other person without a phone. It is made in a modern style, has a high-quality battery and durable materials, so it is not easy to damage. In Shimaki, there is a function to control the music of the phone at a distance of up to 10 meters.
Cost - 3900 p.
- Lenovo HW01 - silicone device with a metal buckle. It has a built-in function. Bluetooth, pedometer, heart rate monitor, calorie counter, alarm clock, notification of calls and SMS and music management. He has a large and clear screen, which displays all the necessary information. Bracelet is available in two colors: red and black.
Cost - 1600 p.
- "Xiaomi MiBand" - A stylish accessory that has a long battery life. It has a pedometer, calorie counter, alarm clock, notification of incoming calls or SMS and a reminder of scheduled tasks. The device works with any smartphone version Android 4.3 and higher.
Cost - 1200 p.
- Jawbone UP24 - the fashionable device having a rich color palette and the different sizes. It has an alarm clock, pedometer, calorie counter, workout program and sleep monitoring system. Charging is enough for several days. Minus Jawbone UP24 is a small instruction, which does not contain all the information about the capabilities of the gadget.
Cost - 6500 p.
- Fitbit flex - fitness tracker, which has a stylish design. It is equipped with the function of notification of incoming calls, sleep monitoring, calorie counter and control of physical activity. The device is not afraid of water and works with almost any smartphones or tablets.
Cost - 6000 p.
- "Garmin Vivofit" - a fashionable accessory that can work without replacing the battery for more than a year. But it lacks a GPS transmitter, and in order to calculate the heart rate, you will have to buy an additional accessory. AT "Garmin Vivofit"you can enter your weight data to monitor achievements. It has a pedometer and a calorie counter.
Cost - 5000 p.
- Samsung "Gear Fit" - a mini-smartphone that is not afraid of dust and moisture. It has a heart rate monitor, pedometer, accelerometer, gyroscope and notification of incoming calls and SMS. You can customize your own screensaver, menu background, font and watch style. The device works only with Samsung smartphones.
Cost - 3400 p.
- LG "Lifeband Touch" - smart watches that have a curved design and a touchscreen display. They have built-in vibration signals and notifications for incoming calls and messages. The device captures movement, distance traveled, calories burned and controls the music. Headphones can be purchased with the bracelet LGthrough which you can listen to music and measure heart rate.
Cost - 10,000 p.
How to distinguish the original from a fake?
Very often, on the Internet or in a store, you will come across a fake very high probability, so you need to check the bracelet before you buy it.
- First of all, pay attention to the screen. It should be clear and not glare in the sun. After you need to check the display.It should contain all the indicators stated in the instructions: pedometer, heart rate monitor, calorie counter, alarm clock.
- The strap must be made of quality materials.: skin or silicone. The original product does not rub the hand, has no chemical smell and does not stain the skin. The color of the strap and watch must match.
- The device must be Russian and GPS-module. The bracelet must be registered on the server of the international region.
- The original product is easy to turn on and work without interruption.. The main menu should consist of clear icons, not hieroglyphs.
- And the most important thing is the price. The original is much more expensive than a fake. Therefore, before buying it is necessary to clarify the exact cost of the accessory on the Internet, and in the store ask to see all the documents and issue a guarantee.
If smart watches are ordered from an online store, then it is best to do it on the official website of the store or the manufacturer itself.
Reviews
Smart bracelets quickly gained popularity, and a large number of people buy them. For most of them, this gadget is needed for playing sports, to measure your pulse and monitor your blood pressure. Demand with a simple interface without any frills is in great demand. These include Lenovo HW01which has a stylish design and is equipped GPS-Tracker and all necessary functions. This is the best accessory in the opinion of users, because it has a big screen and it keeps battery power for a long time.
Very much praise buyers children's smart watches. With him, parents always know where their child is and what he does. The advantage is that if the child does not answer the phone for 10 seconds, the bracelet will automatically turn on the speakerphone.
People who want to wear not just a watch, but a mini-smartphone on their hands, prefer to buy Samsung "Gear Fit". The only disadvantage of this device is that it will not work with phones of other brands. But the rest of the buyers speak about the device only positively.
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