More details on issues with the UP: > Instead of using a strap attached to a small pod containing the electronics, the hardware was placed throughout the lengt

More details on issues with the UP: > Instead of using a strap attached to a small pod containing the electronics, the hardware was placed throughout the length of the bendable wristband. Spreading the electronics out made the device look like a bracelet, which fit with Jawbone’s goal of making electronics that doubled as jewelry. > That created problems in manufacturing. In initial manufacturing efforts, the device’s electronics were destroyed when hot rubber was injected into the mold. Over time, the process improved, but not enough to convince everyone that the device was ready to be shipped to consumers. When devices broke, it was difficult to decipher the reason because the electronics were encased in rubber.