Asus unveils first fitness bracelet with pressure and ECG measurement
By ForGeeks Asus has unexpectedly become the first brand to release a fitness bracelet capable of measuring blood pressure and taking an electrocardiogram (ECG) – features that were previously only available in full-fledged smartwatches. The new VivoWatch 6 AERO is a compact and technologically advanced device that combines precise sensors, a lightweight body and a powerful set of health features.
The wristband weighs just 27 grams (along with the strap), and the display is a compact 1.1-inch AMOLED. The device has a 135 mAh battery that lasts for 5 days of normal use or up to 7 days in power-saving mode.
With a 135 mAh battery, you’ll be able to use the device for up to 5 days of normal use or up to 7 days in power-saving mode.
The main feature is the presence of PPG and ECG sensors embedded directly into the body using a special sputter deposition technology. In addition, the bracelet has a GPS, accelerometer, and can track blood oxygen level (SpO₂), heart rate, steps, calories burned, and sleep quality.
The main feature is the PPG and ECG sensors built right into the body using sputter deposition technology.
With built-in GPS, the VivoWatch 6 AERO can accurately track physical activity without the need to connect to a smartphone. The bracelet is also 5ATM water-resistant and powered by the new Asus Health AI 5.0 algorithm, which analyzes data in real time and makes quick recommendations to the user.
The gadget supports devices running Android 10 and iOS 13 or newer, and uses Bluetooth 5.0 for connectivity. There will be two colors to choose from – gray and black. Asus hasn’t revealed a price or launch date yet, but if we’re looking at the previous VivoWatch 5 AERO (which cost $130), we can expect a similar price tag.
