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I agree the Apple Watch is really useful this way. But can't an "independent" device do this? It does not need to be tied to a phone or an app ecosystem (andro
by ajoy 7y ago
I agree the Apple Watch is really useful this way. But can't an "independent" device do this?
It does not need to be tied to a phone or an app ecosystem (android or iOS) to work. It does need a cellular connection, and some logic on the device, but that's about it. This device would be cheaper and affordable to a larger set of people than spending upwards of $500(estimated) on an apple watch.
- Eric_WVGG 7y agoOne could also carry around a calculator that's cheaper than their cellphone. Not many folks under 60 walk around wearing heart monitors, fall detectors, and other health monitors. This is about those things becoming commonplace for everyone.
- selimthegrim 7y agoMy cousin was 53, vegetarian, biked and ran regularly. This gave him the chance to say goodbye.
- parsimo2010 7y agoThe independent devices do exist. There are a few products designed for the elderly that have automatic fall detection. Usually they are a necklace type product connected to a call center. I’m not sure whether they rely on a cell network or WiFi. So if you don’t want to buy a watch, then get a standalone product. But if you already have an Apple Watch, then this is a cool feature to have. Here is an article discussing them: https://www.medicalalertadvice.com/fall-detection/ https://www.medicalalertadvice.com/fall-detection/