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This is one emerging technology area that gets me beyond excited. I can't wait to strap on a wristband and then pull up the "Google Analytics" equivalent for my
by wmeredith 15y ago
This is one emerging technology area that gets me beyond excited. I can't wait to strap on a wristband and then pull up the "Google Analytics" equivalent for my body on my iPhone. I would love to geek out on that.
The Jawbone Up was the closest I've seen yet, but unfortunately the device had some inherent flaws. (I wore one for 2 months) No blue tooth syncing, not quite durable enough for 24/7 wear. Some ergonomic issues. But the price was right, the software was good and the hardware looked good enough to wear all the time.
Personal biometrics monitoring is coming in a big way, and I can't wait.
- replicatorblog 15y agoI totally agree. I think the Nike+ Fuel band has the best chance to be a cross over device that makes this "Quantified Self" idea mainstream. Technically, it seems to solve the data transfer/sync issues better than FitBit or Up did and with their marketing skill I think they can make a big push.
- AznHisoka 15y agoI think there's a difference between mobile health devices and mobile "wellness" devices such as the Jawbone Up. The first are used for clinical purposes and have much more potential to affect the health of people vs niche gadgets like Jawbone/Fitbit that rely on people having the discipline to use them.