Microsoft's first play into the wearable segment is a device that needs a few more minutes in the oven. The ideas and execution work well together but it's the little things that keep the Band from being a truly remarkable device. The hardware is exc...
Published: 2014-11-11, Author: David , review by: theverge.com
Collects a tremendous amount of data, Guided workouts are awesome, Simple, easy navigation, Cross-platform support is crucial
Not enough battery life, No waterproof = no good, What am I supposed to do with all this data?, Big, bulky, and expensive
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Published: 2014-11-11, Author: Kamal , review by: techstage.de
Abstract: Heute Morgen haben wir unsere Freunde von Microsoft in Hamburg besucht. Neben vielen Windows-Geräten und Lumia-Smartphones hatte eine Produktmanagerin auch das brandneue Microsoft Band dabei. Der kleine Fitness-Tracker mit Smartwatch -ähnlichen Funktionen...
Abstract: We've based this Microsoft Band vs Fitbit Charge HR comparison on some hands-one time spent with the Microsoft Band, and the known details of the Fitbit Charge HR. This means we know a lot more about Microsoft's wearable than we do the new Fitbit activity...
Published: 2014-11-10, Author: Mario , review by: gizmodo.co.uk
Lots of built-in sensors that measure useful metrics. The band gives you deep readings of some vital signs. Guided Workouts are a feature that could really help a lot of beginners get into shape. Love having an at-a-glance heart rate reading all day. Pret
Overall, the touchscreen interface is a big disappointment. It's not very pretty to look at and notifications are almost more of a pain than they're worth. The band isn't waterproof, so tracking your swims will never be possible, even if a developer wante
Not now. Wait and see how many developers jump on the Microsoft Health platform to actually make use of all the sensors. Also, it's worth waiting to see if Microsoft irons out some of the early quirks with its user interface.The Microsoft Band tries to do...
Abstract: The Microsoft Band is a fitness watch that also has some smartwatch features bundled in. Let's look specifically at the fitness and health features of the Band. To see how the Band compares as a smartwatch, check our separate smartwatch review.Overall, th...
Clean and easy user experience, Good software and app integration, Easy setup
Pricey, So-so battery life, Awkward design
Microsoft's first jump into wearables is a good one: it has the software down, but the hardware has room for improvement, especially when it comes to size, style and display...
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Published: 2014-11-07, Author: Mario , review by: gizmodo.com
Lots of built-in sensors that measure useful metrics. The band gives you deep readings of some vital signs. Guided Workouts are a feature that could really help a lot of beginners get into shape. Love having an at-a-glance heart rate reading all day. Pret
Overall, the touchscreen interface is a big disappointment. It's not very pretty to look at and notifications are almost more of a pain than they're worth. The band isn't waterproof, so tracking your swims will never be possible, even if a developer wante
Not now. Wait and see how many developers jump on the Microsoft Health platform to actually make use of all the sensors. Also, its worth waiting to see if Microsoft irons out some of the early quirks with its user interface.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe...
Abstract: The Microsoft Band is the first fitness smartband from Microsoft and while it doesn't look super slick and sexy Microsoft has backed the band with more features and sensors than any other on the market. Yes 10 sensors to ensure the band tracks everything ...
