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Fitbit Zip

Fitbit Zip

Includes

Replaceable batteryFree Fitbit.com membership

Gives you the ability to log and track activity, food, sleep, water, body mass, weight, etc...

ClipWireless sync toolRain, splash, and sweat-proof (not

waterproof)

What does it do?

Steps Stride length by height and gender Walk a distance at least 20 steps Divide distance by steps

Distance traveledCalories expended

Syncing Ability

You can wirelessly sync to your PC, Mac, and mobile smartphone (iOS/Android) via Bluetooth Still able to sync without Bluetooth by connecting

dongle into your computer

To sync you visit the fitbit.com website and go through the steps to set-up your fitbit

An application will then be downloaded on your PC, Mac, and/or smartphone

You must be within 20 feet for the sync to occur

PC or Mac Set-Up

Smartphone Set-up

Additional Characteristics

4-6 month battery lifeChrome and Firefox are the preferred

browsers Internet explorer and safari may work but do have

issues

You can wear it in your pocket, on your belt/waistline, or bra for women

Pros/Cons

Pros: Syncing capability Easy to use Portable Measures calories burned, distance, and steps Feasible

Cons: Can’t access all on-the-go features without a

smartphone Sleep pattern Can easily get lost or fall without noticing

Comments

Overall high feasibilityGreat for those who are wanting to begin exerciseFitbit membership is a great way to implement

adherence to positive health behaviorsBattery lifeDoes not measure heart rate & sleep efficiencyAside from testing the fitbit zip, this is projected to

be a great assessment of activity for what it’s supposed to do Biking, weight training, low vs. high intensity exercises?

References

http://cnet2.cbsistatic.com/hub/i/r/2012/09/17/5dd35fd1-84cd-11e3-beb9-14feb5ca9861/resize/620x/0acc0115c6a2c20c5e5291da7a6b9135/Fitbit_Zip_no_clip_5_colors_smiley_web.jpg

http://www.fitbit.com/zip/specshttp://www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/10/fitbit-

depth-review.html