Newshot Dbrand launches Pulse Band, the first Google-certified third-party band for Fitbit Air, made from "medical-grade" silicone
IT Home, November 12 news: Accessory brand Dbrand has announced a collaboration with Google to launch Pulse Band, the first third-party band designed specifically for the Fitbit Air tracker, priced at $34.95 (IT Home note: roughly 233.7 RMB at current exchange rates).
The Pulse Band has a minimalist matte black look, with sweat-channeling grooves on the inside, a flat buckle, and a dual retention slot. The strap is made of "medical-grade" silicone, weighs 14.8 grams, and comes in molded pulp packaging. The product is offered in two sizes with multiple adjustment holes, fitting wrists from 130 to 210 millimeters.
For reference, Google currently offers several band accessories. The Performance Loop comes bundled with the $99.99 (roughly 668.5 RMB at current exchange rates) Fitbit Air health tracker. Google also sells the Active Sport Band separately for $34.99 (roughly 233.9 RMB at current exchange rates), and the Elevated Modern Band for $49.99 (roughly 334.2 RMB at current exchange rates).
For DIY-minded users, Google has previously published the Fitbit Air's 2D design drawings and hardware specifications, allowing users with 3D printing equipment and related crafting skills to design their own bands and accessories. However, because the Fitbit Air collects health data through sensors that contact the skin, Google requires third-party bands to keep the sensor on the bottom of the device exposed, and to ensure the band applies at least 35 mmHg of pressure to the wrist, so as to ensure data collection accuracy.