Microsoft has revealed the fitness band that marks its entry into the wearable market. It is called Microsoft Band, while an accompanying series of fitness apps is called Microsoft Health.
Appearance
The 1.4-inch, classy and sleekMicrosoft Band may appear to be a smartwatch, but it actually is not a replacement to a smartwatch. It is a proper Bluetooth fitness band that has severaltypes of sensors to measure varied aspects of your health and fitness. This fitness band has sensors to measure heart rate, movement, runs, skin temperature, sweating, and ultraviolet and ambient light. The gadget is also installed with a microphone that helps you to use it on a Windows Phone with Cortana. Its touchscreen has a 320×106 resolution. You receive all alerts on this decently sized screen. Microsoft Band additionally has a vibration motor. The band is available in three sizes to fit every wrist. Additionally, MicrosoftHealth apps are decent for all types of users and have a simple user interface.
Performance
This all-platform fitness band performs nicely on any Bluetooth LE device that runs on Android 4.3 or later, iOS 7.1 or later on iPhone 4S and above, and Windows Phone 8.1 Update. The gadget has a 100mAh battery that can provide a good runtime of around two days on regular use. However, the use of GPS may reduce this time.You may completely charge the band in just 1.5 hours. On the other hand, Microsoft Health apps run smoothly on all iOS, Windows and Android smartphones.
Ease of use
It is simple to use Microsoft Health apps, which are accompanied by a cloud service that can provide intelligent health-related information and acts like a platform for other external apps. Microsoft Band is also an easy-to-use gadget that is stylish and comfortable to wear.
Usefulness
Microsoft Band provides all your tracked fitness information through regular notifications. You may receive text messages or calls that offer details on several health factors. While it may provide lucrative offers through external app partnerships, Microsoft has also introduced its own set of fitness apps in the form of Microsoft Health. These apps work like various other fitness apps and record your health factors for regular tracking purposes. You may gain some unique informationthrough these apps. This includes information about the required recovery time after an exercise session and most helpful exercises to burn calories. Thus, the band and apps are all very nice to be used as a complete fitness package.
Value for money
You may own Microsoft Band by paying $199. This seems to be a nice buy, well within the price range of similar products, and perhaps a good value with accompanying apps.
