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a CENT NiSie Ce eee Getting fit and staying in shape is good for the body and mind, and with the prospect of warmer weather on the horizon it's time to get out and get moving with a smartwatch or fitness tracker. Words Adam Colby wristwatch — like the phone — has evolved beyond its sole function. Checking the time has now become secondary to a plethora of features that monitor, measure and log vital health and fitness metrics for analysis by an app. These clever devices count daily steps taken, measure heart rate, blood oxygen (Sp02) and stress levels, monitor how well we sleep, and keep track of our location via GPS. And pairing a smartwatch or fitness tracker with a phone brings the convenience of taking calls, messages and notifications directly from your wrist while on the move. It’s important to remember, however, that while smartwatches/fitness trackers are largely accurate in assessing your overall health and I: today's high tech world, the humble fitness levels, they're not intended to replace advice from a professional A focus on health and fitness during the pandemic has driven a huge uptake in wearable tech, and there is now an abundance of different makes and models out there to choose from. So, let's take a look at the prime points to consider when joining the wearable revolution Smartwatch or fitness tracker? While both keep track of daily activity and measure progress, steps, heart rate, Sp02, et al, the definition can be blurred. Each is basically defined by its feature set and functionality, so whichever you choose ultimately depends on your lifestyle, desired metrics and, of course, budget Smartwatches can feature bigger and brighter displays, more specialised tracking modes for a variety of I sports and outdoor | activities, and advanced = y location positioning. Consequently, they are likely to drain the battery faster than a fitness tracker with a low- power display and less specialised features Many fitness trackers feature smartwatch functionality, and many smartwatches are packed with fitness features, so you're likely to find the best of both worlds in one device. ° JBHEFI jbhifi.com.au
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