The second generation of Microsoft's fitness tracker or the Microsoft Band 2 is now having its price down from the original $250; it can now be purchased for only $200. This device has gained positive first impressions in the tech community.
According to Windows Central, Amazon is now offering the Microsoft Band 2 with a $50 discount which makes its cost down to just $200 total. The fact that this new version of wearable from Microsoft has just been out a short time ago, then, this can be considered as a good deal at all. In addition, the company is as well recognized for being active in instituting the latest features to its wearable.
This new fitness band from Microsoft comes with a compatibility with Windows Phone, Android and iOS devices. Moreover, a barometer, GPS mapping as well as a UV monitor are being offered on this new wearable as well, writes Tech times.
A report from PC Advisor says that the latest Band 2 boasts a VO2 Max sensor that has the ability to detect the maximum rate at which the user's heart, lungs and muscles can efficiently utilize oxygen when doing exercise. When monitoring and comparing the user's levels of fitness over time, the information provided by the VO2 Max sensor can be used to perform those.
It is said that the when the user has a higher VO2 Max, it indicates that the user has a better fitness level. According to the company, this is the only wearable that will be able to deliver an accurate estimation of user's VO2 Max levels on the market.
As for more of its specifications, the second generation wearable from Microsoft runs on Windows 10 along with a Windows Virtual Assistant, Cortana. Whenever a user has missed its scheduled workout, then Cortana will be the one to bug the user about its plan of going for a run or rescheduling it for a future date.
Furthermore, it provides a set of apps such as Facebook, Twitter and Uber in order to oppose those smartwatches where the health-related features and mobile features are also being provided.
The new Microsoft Band 2 that is now having a $50 discount has been actually unveiled just last October 26 in New York City. The Microsoft Band 2 reported to bring plenty of improvements compared to its forerunner. This new wearable is being described as a user friendly and comfortable device.
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