Smart watches for sports from Adidas

A well-known sports brand launched a unique device on the market - the Adidas miCoach Smart Run smart watch. The device is positioned as a personal training (miCoach) and does not need to be synchronized with a smartphone. All the functionality needed for training was able to accommodate 4 GB of memory in a small wrist accessory equipped with its own processor running Android OS.

Key features and equipment of smart watches

The Adidas smart watch is a compact device for carrying on the hand 48.4 wide, 15.6 mm thick and 261.3 mm long with a strap. The case is made of durable polymer with aluminum inserts, the strap is rubber with a metal clasp. Rectangular shape sports accessory color display protected Corning glass. The screen diagonal is 1.45 inches, and the resolution is 184x184 pixels. \

The device weighs 80.5 grams. To control some functions of the watch on the case there is a button mi. Navigate the screen by horizontal and vertical swipe on the touch screen.

The device is equipped with the necessary sensors for training.. The list of equipment includes:

• accelerometer;
• laser heart rate monitor MIO HR;
• gyroscope;
• GPS;
• light sensor.

The device uses a 410 mAh battery as an energy source. The watch is equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth adapters, a wireless mp3-player and a charging contact without a connector and plugs (for water tightness).

The functionality of the gadget

The clock does not only show time on the main screen, it works as a stopwatch and a timer. Their functionality is divided into sections and subsections.

1. Training screen. Here you can create a report on the workout week, use the functions of free running training or interval training, get acquainted with the training archive, schedules and all statistics.
   
2. Player screen. Control playback of music content — select songs, sound volume, etc.
   

3. Setup screen. Here you can see the battery charge level, set up Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, workout mode and functions.
   

Together with the watch on the strap, the manufacturer supplies a charger with a proprietary connector, a micro usb cord, and instructions.

Use in training

Smart watches Adidas is convenient to use in the training process, mainly for running. In the memory of the device manufacturer laid the basic points. To create a personal training plan, the user must use micoach.com (registration required). An alternative is to install the application of the same name on the smartphone (download from the app store). All created workouts in hours are downloaded via an Internet connection via Wi-Fi.

How to perform any exercise that causes difficulty can be viewed in the video clip right on the watch screen. The set of training programs for miСoach is quite wide, and you can choose for yourself the option with the optimal loads in accordance with age and physical fitness. A smart device, based on heart rate monitor data, monitors the state of the trainee and gives hints.

Important! Although the accessory is made in a case protected from dust and moisture, the manufacturer does not recommend taking a shower with the watch. Also, they can not swim and dive.

Pros and cons, cost

In the reviews, users note as positive points:

The flaws include the unstable operation of the GPS sensor, proprietary device and high price. In the Russian market, a smart device from Adidas can be bought at a price of about 17,000 rubles.