Misfit Ray is a new wristband by the company Misfit that measures your life in style. It is a novel product in health monitoring wristbands, but in a way that is meant to look like something people would actually want to wear. To learn more about this product and what differentiates from similar products see the review below.
What Is The Misfit Ray?
It can be difficult for some to exercise without realizing what targets they are hitting. For others, they want to make sure that they are treating their body adequately in order to stay healthy. That is where the Ray comes into play.
The product tracks steps, distance, calories burned and also monitors the quality of sleep one has. To track progress, the product also includes a multicolor LED progress display, to make it easy to see if one is making their targets. It is waterproof, and the band that it comes with can either be purchased as a sports band, or a leather band.
Ray also is part of the larger movement of smart devices. It can be connected to a person’s phone to signal a call, a text, or an alarm.
It is also has a smart button to control other devices in one’s house that may also be powered by smart technology. Its only limitation is that it is non-rechargeable and the batteries last at best four months.
How Does The Misfit Ray Work?
Misfit has created the Ray to be a 24/7 device that a person wears, allowing it collect a lot of data, in order to maximize health benefits. It uses an accelerometer like most wristband devices to calculate movement. It also has the capacity to vibrate, both for phone feedback, but also to remind the consumer to move in order to meet their targets.
There is also an app that has been created specifically for Misfits products. The app adds further functionality to the product, including designating what type of movement one is currently doing.
The tags that are available include: running, swimming, walking, cycling, yoga, basketball, tennis, soccer and dancing. Each of these activities uses the body in a different way, and so by knowing what type of movement is being done by the user, it becomes easier to calculate calorie use.
Misfit Ray Pricing
Misfit Ray costs $99, for either the leather band or the sports band. The band also comes in six different colors, meaning that the consumer can pick the color that best suits their style and intention with the product. It can be found here at the manufacturer's website: https://misfit.com/products/misfit-ray
Misfit Ray Review Summary
Individuals looking to get a device that monitors their health through steps and functions as a smart device would probably enjoy this product.
As it is designed for style and functionality, the leather band may appeal to the casual walker, who wants to study their health in style. While the price is slightly high, the amount of features that the Ray offers makes it an enticing product.
