Re:Google I/O 2014
by Pxtl on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @01:40PM
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Depends on the context. I've started to bike to work and now I'm craving wearable computing.
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Re:Google I/O 2014
by elliottkember on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @01:42PM
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You should post an update here once you've worn one for a while. I had a Fitbit for a couple of months and just got bored of it.
There's something extremely magic about knowing who is calling you when you're cycling and therefore whether to stop or not to take the call.
Also, changing music or volume when on a bus without having to do that thing where you lift your bum to get your phone out of your pocket is, well, better than it sounds.
Re:Google I/O 2014
by gurkendoktor on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @02:32PM
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> changing music or volume when on a bus without having to do that thing where you lift your bum
Do Android phones still come without buttons on their headphones?
My Galaxy Note 2 came with buttons on the headphones.
Re:Google I/O 2014
by CJefferson on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @02:33PM
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I have been wearing a Fitbit for over a year, my wife for 6 months. I can't imagine life without it now. The Big advantage is it keeps me honest. I aim to always do 10,000 steps a day, 100,000 steps a week, and I can see if I am short at any time. It is easy to convince yourself you have done more walking than you really have.
Re:Google I/O 2014
by maxerickson on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @02:38PM
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It seems to be pretty hit or miss, people either really like them or just don't get into it.