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January 2014
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The editors liked
Sleek and minimalist design
Water-proof up to 50m
It can be worn anywhere on your body with the included magnetic clasp and wristband
Tell time with lights on the front
Long battery life of around 4 months
So there is no need to charge it for a while
Waterproof
Wireless data transfer (when placed near device)
Can track swimming and cycling
Elegant aluminum design
Multiwear options from inconspicuously clipped inside clothing to "Bloom necklace" Tells time
Durable
Ondevice feedback to let you k
Sleek and attractive
Looks more like jewelry than tech
Very comfortable and easy to wear
Best looking activity tracker we've tested. Includes clip and wristband mounts. Functions as a watch. Fully waterproof for swimmers.
The Misfit Shine fitness tracker has a sharp design
Is compatible with a variety of wearable accessories
And lasts four months on a single battery
It's also waterproof and can be used for swimming
Smal
With slee
Minimalist desig
Tracks slee
Comfortable to wear
Easy to set up
Counts steps accurately
Has 6 month battery life
Consumer testers said it provided motivation for exercise
The editors didn't like
Android app lacks some functions compared to iOS app
The sleep tracker requires turning on before sleeping
Double tap on the front casing is not sensitive
Pedometer is not accurate when wearing on wrist
Overall
Misfit Shine is a good activity tracker
Sleep data is basic compared to the Jawbone UP series and Basis Peak unless you also buy the Misfit Beddit sleep tracking system
Shine attachment can come unsecured (can pop out of sports band
back of device is strongly magnetic
Causing it to be pulled
Tracks activity via vague "Shine points"
Tapping mechanism is frustrating
Not perfectly accurate
Limited data analysis. No integration with other services. No Web app. No syncing between iOS and Android apps. Dashboard lacks weight-tracking and calorie-counting
Minimal design doesn't display detailed data on the device
Currently only works with iOS
Needs to be held close to phone screen to sync
Currently has a closed app ecosystem
Doesn't track as much data as other fitness devices
Published: 2018-11-13, Author: Daniel , review by: yahoo.com
Abstract: I've tested dozens of these wrist gadgets, but I've never bought one for myself. Now, I think, it's time. But which one? The Apple Watch? A Fitbit thing?I decided to conduct a little reality-show competition on my arm. I resolved...
Abstract: The Misfit Shine Activity Monitor uses a three-axis accelerometer to track motion to create a fitness and sleep profile. Because it only uses an accelerometer, sleep and calories burned are estimates rather than exact data. It is not a dedicated sleep-tra...
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Published: 2015-05-21, Author: David , review by: yahoo.com
Abstract: I've tested dozens of these wrist gadgets, but I've never bought one for myself. Now, I think, it's time. But which one? The Apple Watch? A Fitbit thing?I decided to conduct a little reality-show competition on my arm. I resolved to take the winner of thi...
Waterproof, Wireless data transfer (when placed near device), Can track swimming and cycling, Elegant aluminum design, Multiwear options from inconspicuously clipped inside clothing to "Bloom necklace" Tells time, Durable, Ondevice feedback to let you k
Sleep data is basic compared to the Jawbone UP series and Basis Peak unless you also buy the Misfit Beddit sleep tracking system, Shine attachment can come unsecured (can pop out of sports band; back of device is strongly magnetic, causing it to be pulled
The Misfit Shine is tiny, sleek, and uniquely stylish, and tracks a good deal of activity. Out of all the trackers I've tried, I love the look of this the most -- it feels like I'm wearing a metallic stealth watch of the future. Shine is a glimpse into...
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Published: 2014-08-14, Author: David , review by: theverge.com
Abstract: I sit at a desk too much. I drink too much coffee. I don't sleep very well. I have an odd feeling those three things might be connected. This thing on my wrist agrees with that assessment.After a few months of wearing and interacting with a fitness tracke...
Sleek and minimalist design, Water-proof up to 50m, It can be worn anywhere on your body with the included magnetic clasp and wristband, Tell time with lights on the front, Long battery life of around 4 months, so there is no need to charge it for a while
Android app lacks some functions compared to iOS app, The sleep tracker requires turning on before sleeping, Double tap on the front casing is not sensitive, Pedometer is not accurate when wearing on wrist, Overall, Misfit Shine is a good activity tracker
Overall, Misfit Shine is a good activity tracker in the best design. Compared to smartwatches or other activity tracker, the Shine has some obvious advantages that you can't ignore like long battery life, simple app design, easy to use, comfortable to wea...
Published: 2014-07-26, Author: Jonathan , review by: trustednerd.com
Abstract: I've been aggressively testing the Misfit Shine activity tracker for about a month now and I must say, I love the design. It's small, elegant and sleek. But small and sleek doesn't mean it's the best, it does have issues currently.First of all, it runs of...
It should be noted that the Misfit Shine only works with iOS and Android mobile devices. There's no web application that you can log into or software available to to sync the Shine to a computer. So, this means you must have a smartphone or tablet to use ...
Abstract: This year's International CES showcased a variety of fitness trackers, including debuts from recognized brands such as LG and Epson to introductions from lesser known brands such as Misfit and Archos . While all of the designs introduced were sleek and ey...
