Trainer on your wrist
The latest fitness trackers – wearable activity tracking devices – have an increasing number of capabilities that let wearers collect, analyze and track their health and fitness data. The high-tech devices are waterproof, and have a host of features such as touch screens, GPS, pulse oxygen sensors, and more.
TRACKING MECHANISM
Fitness trackers combine various tools to collect data about the user’s movements and his body. The most advanced devices, Head of Brands Unit at Mike Sport. Today’s fitness trackers follow movements in every direction, with some models capable of measuring rotation and orientation. Sensors also measure acceleration, frequency, duration, intensity and movement patterns. “Multiple sensors provide more accurate data,” said , Senior Sales Consultant at Samsung CTC. The user receives the collected data in the form of infographics and reports, through his phone or other devices. Most fitness trackers pair automatically and easily with iPhones and Android phones, according to , Multimedia and Electronics Senior Buyer at Virgin Megastore. Still, buyers should make sure that the fitness tracker they’re considering is compatible with the mobile device they own. Most fitness trackers also have their own apps, which give users access to their data.
