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Re:Google I/O 2014 by Pxtl on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @01:40PM (#7945537)
Depends on the context. I've started to bike to work and now I'm craving wearable computing.
Re:Google I/O 2014 by elliottkember on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @01:42PM (#7945560)
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.
Re:Google I/O 2014 by bpp198 on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @01:56PM (#7945625)
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 (#7945878)
> 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?

Re:Google I/O 2014 by lmm on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @06:10PM (#7947045)
My Galaxy Note 2 came with buttons on the headphones.
Re:Google I/O 2014 by CJefferson on Wednesday June 25, 2014 @02:33PM (#7945883)
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 (#7945916)
It seems to be pretty hit or miss, people either really like them or just don't get into it.