Headphones for sports and fitness – is a specific niche, provided the mass of different types of products. For the most part, belong to this category of devices designed to create a more comfortable alternative to the traditional “inserts” and “gag” that constantly fall out of the ears. Recently, an American startup FreeWavz presented his version of sports headphones that are capable of collecting biometrics user.
The idea of creating a gadget, which combines the functionality of a wireless music accessory and a fitness tracker, came up with the doctor Eric Hensenu. The novelty is compatible with smartphones and tablets for iOS and Android. Message is adjusted by means of Bluetooth.
Structural elements that help the user to stay up to date with the state of his health include a pulse oximeter and accelerometer. Basic monitoring functions FreeWavz – tracking periods of activity, measurement of heart rate and oxygen saturation, counting the number of perfect movements and distance traveled and calories burned.
Among the benefits of the new headphones FreeWavz should include ergonomic, sturdy mount, waterproof housing, as well as the construction of the speaker, through which the user can hear what is happening around. Currently, the project is presented in Kickstarter: FreeWavz cost is $ 179, and is essential for the start of mass production of $ 300,000 already collected nearly 190,000.
FreeWavz: wireless headphones, and a fitness monitor
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