Microsoft Band
| Type | Smartwatch |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 29, 2014 |
| Price | $199 |
| Website | http://www.microsoft.com/Microsoft-Band/ |
Microsoft Band is a smartwatch and fitness band created and developed by Microsoft, and released in limited quantities in the US on October 29, 2014[1] for $199. Microsoft Band is in short supply, and was sold out online and in most locations on the first day released.[2] The watch incorporates ten sensors, such as an optical heart rate monitor, GPS, and UV sensor.[3] The Band battery can run for two days on a full charge.[2] The device partially relies on its companion app Microsoft Health, which is available for Windows Phone 8.1, Android 4.3+, and iOS 7.1+ if Bluetooth is enabled.[4] The Band features built in apps (called Tiles) such as Exercise, UV, Alarm & Timer, Calls, Messages, Calendar, Facebook, Weather and more.[5] If Band is paired with a Windows Phone 8.1 device, Cortana is also available, although for some features it is still necessary to use the phone directly.[6] You can also view the latest notifications on your phone by using the Notifications Center Tile. The device functions as a way to promote Microsoft software and license it to developers and OEM's. [7]
References
- ^ "Introducing Microsoft Band". Twitter. Microsoft. October 29, 2014. Retrieved October 30, 2014.
- ^ a b Popa, Bogdan (October 30, 2014). "Microsoft Launches Band, Smartwatch Wannabe for Windows Phone, iOS, and Android". Softpedia. Retrieved October 30, 2014.
- ^ Hachman, Mark (October 29, 2014). "Meet Microsoft Band, Microsoft's $200, fitness-focused smartwatch". PC World. Retrieved October 30, 2014.
- ^ "System requirements for Microsoft Band". Microsoft. Retrieved October 31, 2014.
- ^ "The tiles on your Microsoft Band". Microsoft. Retrieved October 30, 2014.
- ^ "Use Cortana with Microsoft Band and your Windows Phone". Microsoft. Retrieved October 30, 2014.
- ^ Rubino, Daniel (1 November 2014). "Why Microsoft Band is in short supply (it's not a marketing conspiracy)". WPCentral.