Pebble Technology: Pebble Tracking

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Smartstraps are replaceable straps that can contain electronics, allowing a simple strap to bring in a new feature such as GPS tracking, NFC and more. The smartstraps connect directly to the Pebble Time using a simple magnetic charging port and data Exactly what effect Apple’s launch will have on Pebble remains to be seen, but with a strong track record, wide-ranging developer support and ambitions to elevate smartwatches beyond mere companion devices, Pebble has a better chance than most in fending The new hardware platform is “open”, meaning all developers, or “hackers”, are able to build on top of it, and then make device accessories equipped with functions such as GPS tracking that can be attached directly to a Pebble device. companies to build special “smart straps” for the Pebble Time and Pebble Time Steel. Straps could include heart rate monitors or GPS chips so that fitness enthusiasts can track their workouts, or have an extra battery embedded to prolong the watch Migicovsky offered an example: Imagine a smartstrap with a GPS chip or a heart rate monitor that transforms Pebble Time into a high-performance fitness watch. He also envisions a strap with a pollution sensor inside that keeps track of the environment You could add a heart rate monitor, for instance, or a GPS chip for improved run tracking and fitness powers; a spare battery to bump up the life of the Pebble to multiple weeks; or environmental sensors to tell you about air quality and temperature. .

Domino’s customers can now place and track their order via Pebble and Android Wear smartwatches. This marks the first time that Domino’s ordering is available on smartwatch technology. To utilize this new ordering feature, Pebble and Android Wear smart enhance and expand the functionality of Pebble Time and Pebble Time Steel in a variety of ways. Examples include, but aren’t limited to, adding GPS and NFC sensors, enabling fitness tracking or even serving as an ancillary battery pack. The company This innovative addition means users will be able to buy custom tech-toting straps for their smartwatches, adding features like heart-rate tracking or NFC support for mobile payments. The Pebble Time Steel is headed to Kickstarter today, and looks set to Alternatively, with a project like the Spark Electron, one could add 3G/4G connectivity to the Pebble directly, thus enabling Live Tracking or other scenarios. The strap would also give it flexibility to compete better with the likes of the Apple Watch. .