One of the vexing aspects of modern wearable electronics is that they are electronic. Hence, they require batteries, and batteries have finite capacities. We've all seen and read of the claims and counter-claims about this phone or that one's battery life, and in many cases have found that such claims are about as accurate in the real world as a Hyundai mileage sticker in the dealer's showroom.
Your mileage may vary indeed.
Microsoft today pushed out a new update to the Microsoft Band via the Microsoft Health app, taking it to version 2.0.4737.0.
Just a few months after the new Microsoft Band came out, the company is adding functionality with a small software update. The two biggest features of this update—music controls and inactivity alerts—contribute to the band's identity as part smartwatch and part fitness tracker.
"There has been 3 different devices by three different companies that are contending for this number one fitness tracker position, they are: Microsoft Band for the price of $199, Fitbit Surge price $250 and the Basis Peak priced at $199. All 3 of them promise to do heart rate tracking, not just while you work out, but 24/7 while you sleep, while you are doing normal everyday activities."
