Microsoft has announced Microsoft Band, a heath-focused wearable device that comes with the tagline: “Leave your phone in your pocket, and miss nothing.” The device is only available in the US for now, it costs $199, and works on Android, iPhones, and Windows Phone devices alike.
The Microsoft Band has 10 sensors for 24-hour heart rate monitoring, calorie burn measurement and sleep quality tracking. It also includes “guided workouts” from Gold’s Gym, Shape, Men’s Fitness and Muscle & Fitness. Plus, the Microsoft Band offers at-a-glance notifications of incoming calls, emails, texts and social updates as well as access to Microsoft’s Cortana personal assistant.
In addition, people will be able to make purchases at Starbucks coffee shops using the Microsoft Band.
WEARABLE TECHNOLOGIES – Microsoft Band will track health, pay for coffee
