Microsoft announces new Microsoft Band

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Microsoft has announced the second generation Microsoft Band, a smart wearable device featuring a significant redesign with a curved OLED screen protected by Gorilla Glass for improved comfort. This new iteration includes 11 sensors, notably a barometer, alongside built-in GPS, UV monitoring, and VO2Max calculation, offering comprehensive health and activity tracking. It also integrates Cortana for enhanced smart functionality and provides guided workouts and smart notifications. Developers can explore its capabilities for various applications, with the device available for pre-order now at $249 and launching on October 30.

Microsoft just announced a new Microsoft Band on a new product release event held in New York today. This new device is the second generation of the smart wearable device since the first generation announced around 1 year back(29 October, 2014).

The biggest change of the new Microsoft Band is that it has a whole new design with curved screen. It now can be better adept to our body structure. In addition to this, there are a few other features as well. Below is a list of the features this new Microsoft Band has: 

  • Curved OLED screen with Gorilla Glass 
  • Cortana integration
  • 11 sensors including a new barometer
  • Can track exercise and sleep quality
  • Built-in GPS
  • UV Monitoring
  • Calorie tracking
  • Guided workouts
  • Smart notifications
  • VO2Max -- Max volumn of oxygen calculation during exercise

The new Microsoft Band will be available on October 30 but can be pre-ordered now. The price is $249. Other details of the new Microsoft Band are to be unveiled later by Microsoft.

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