High blood pressure is not always accompanied by symptoms or warning signs. Undetected and untreated for years, it can cause damage to blood vessels, leading to heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damage.
Although high blood pressure mostly affects people over the age of 50, many young people also have it without knowing it. “Measuring blood pressure can save lives,” say the doctors.
For those who prefer to try new gadgets Rather than get a classic blood pressure monitor, the Huawei Watch D is a good option. But is it really an alternative?
The smart watch from the Chinese electronics giant is not the first watch capable of determining blood pressure. Some Samsung Galaxy devices, for example, can do this too. But before the photoplethysmography-based optical sensor can accurately record changes in blood volume, Samsung watches have to be calibrated with the help of a classic blood pressure monitor.
This is quite cumbersome and also has to be repeated every four weeks. Similar to Galaxy watches with optical sensors is the Aktiia measurement bracelet, especially indicated for long-term analysis. However, this also requires regular calibration which is also quite complicated.
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Huawei takes a different approach for its Watch D, using a classic, inflatable but comparatively delicate cuff, which sits under the bracelet and is similar to a classic wrist blood pressure monitor from manufacturers such as Omron, Boso or Beurer.
According to Huawei, the maximum measurement deviation is three millimeters of mercury. In practical tests, the measured values came very close to the results obtained with the “classic” (upper arm) measuring device Boso Medicus X, which scored “Good” in a comparison by the German Foundation for consumer advice and product evaluation Stiftung Warentest.
Blood pressure measurements should be taken in a calm and relaxing environment, and the wrist should be held steady at the level of the heart. If the person is restless, the values will be incorrect. In the event that the software detects a deviation from the correct posture, the watch will send a notification with advice to sit better.
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The sophisticated mechanics of the Huawei cuff guarantee robust measurement results. However, it is also responsible for the fact that the Watch D is not exactly a beauty. The angular case is significantly thicker than an Apple Watch. In addition, the fabric cover of the measuring cuff protrudes slightly below the silicone wristband.
In return for this, the Watch D is a complete health all-rounder: like the latest Apple Watch, it can be used to perform a simple ECG and detect heart rhythm disturbances. It also registers atypical changes in skin temperature and may also indicate insufficient oxygen saturation in the blood. And with blood pressure measurement, the Watch D has a health feature ahead of the Apple Watch.
Those who want to use the Huawei watch for training will have 70 training modes at their disposal. The watch recognizes six types of daily training sessions: outdoor and indoor walking, outdoor running, indoor running, elliptical trainer, and rowing machine. In addition, the watch also “watches” its wearer while jumping rope or pedaling.
While the Watch D is dust and water resistant to IP68, Huawei recommends not wearing it while swimming or diving. The manufacturer also advises removing the watch before taking a shower. A downpour during the jogging session, however, does not affect the operation of the device.
Track recordings demonstrate how accurately the Watch D evaluates satellite data for location. The watch can receive not only the signal from American GPS satellites, but also Galileo (Europe), GLONASS (Russia) and Beidou/Compass (China) satellites.
Even so, the Huawei watch shows weaknesses in classic functions that are normally equipped with smart watches and are very practical on a day-to-day basis. With the Watch D, for example, contactless payments cannot be made.
Like other smartwatches, the Watch D has a voice assistant and can display messages or an alarm clock. Huawei’s device also offers an integrated weather forecast and music playback control. However, songs cannot be stored on the Watch D itself, so those who listen to music on the run should also take their phone with them.
The connection with the mobile is exemplary. Huawei’s health app is not only available for the company’s own devices or other Android phones, but also for the iPhone. Instead, Samsung Galaxy Watch wrist blood pressure monitors require the Health Monitor app, which is only available on a Samsung device. And the Apple Watch is only compatible with an iPhone.
Conclusion: the Huawei Watch D offers extensive information about the user’s health. For all people who depend on regular measurement of their blood pressure values, the new device is the first choice. It is also suitable as a fitness monitor, as long as sports activities are not carried out in the water.
As a leisure companion, the Watch D, with its boxy design, is less convincing. And since you can’t pay with it through Apple or Google Pay, its value on a day-to-day basis is limited. Plus, like many of its counterparts, it’s not exactly a bargain either. (YO)
Source: Eluniverso
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