I have a Note 4 with Kit Kat 4.4.4
I am able to pair the Polar H7 heart sensor.
But it does not work on my Runtastic app.
Did anyone get it to work?
What other heart sensor will work on the Note 4?
Thanks!
chong67 said:
I have a Note 4 with Kit Kat 4.4.4
I am able to pair the Polar H7 heart sensor.
But it does not work on my Runtastic app.
Did anyone get it to work?
What other heart sensor will work on the Note 4?
Thanks!
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hi,
i presume that you're talking about the Polar H7 Bluetooth chest (strap) H/Rate sensor..?
If so, I have used it on my Note3 and also Note4 with my Gear 1 watch. I have the Runtastic pro app and also struggled to connect... manage to get it only once or twice connected.
I have then used another app BLE Hart rate (in app) Endomond, Polor beat fitness coach etc... they all work on my Note4, but its a hit and miss.. Then it works today, then next day it does not want to connect. Very annoying and frustrating...!
Also the chest sensor battery is quite heavy Regular use( about +- 1 month use) , then battery is flat, compared to the standard chest sensor battery life.. (i easy get about +- 3 mths use.)
So eventually i got fed up and now use the standard chest sensor. (I use my hart rate sensor x 4 times a week.. every week)
Yes the Polar H7 Bluetooth does work with certain H/ rate apps but for me its a hit and miss and not worth struggling to connect when you want to go for a run Just stick to the standard chest sensor..!
good luck
willcor said:
hi,
i presume that you're talking about the Polar H7 Bluetooth chest (strap) H/Rate sensor..?
If so, I have used it on my Note3 and also Note4 with my Gear 1 watch. I have the Runtastic pro app and also struggled to connect... manage to get it only once or twice connected.
I have then used another app BLE Hart rate (in app) Endomond, Polor beat fitness coach etc... they all work on my Note4, but its a hit and miss.. Then it works today, then next day it does not want to connect. Very annoying and frustrating...!
Also the chest sensor battery is quite heavy Regular use( about +- 1 month use) , then battery is flat, compared to the standard chest sensor battery life.. (i easy get about +- 3 mths use.)
So eventually i got fed up and now use the standard chest sensor. (I use my hart rate sensor x 4 times a week.. every week)
Yes the Polar H7 Bluetooth does work with certain H/ rate apps but for me its a hit and miss and not worth struggling to connect when you want to go for a run Just stick to the standard chest sensor..!
good luck
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Thanks for your reply.
Why is it a hit and miss? I cant even get it to connect to my Runtastic app. It does PAIR with no problem. I might have to return the Polar H7 chest strap sensor.
What is the standard chest sensor?
chong67 said:
Thanks for your reply.
Why is it a hit and miss? I cant even get it to connect to my Runtastic app. It does PAIR with no problem. I might have to return the Polar H7 chest strap sensor.
What is the standard chest sensor?
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hi ,
well thats how i label it ,one moment it will connect and work fine on a run ( with any of the above apps i mentioned, in my previous post ) and then next day ,it does not connect via bluetooth (.Yes ,i also had it paired ,) I suspect 'maybe ' its got something to do with the workings of bluetooth v 4.0 and bluetooth 4.1 compatibilty ???.I can remember when i use my Note3 with Polar sensor( my Note3 was still on bluetooth v4.0) and if i wanted to pair it or scan to connect ,it did not even show in my device /phone settings or listed .When Note3 via a later software update (got bluetooth v4.1) it showed ( to me it was"strange" that it did not show in my listed pair devices on v4.0 etc etc )
I suspect the whole problem is that it is not " fully /compatible " with our phone v 4.1 bluetooth ...even i think Polar claimed it to be v4.1 ??? ...not to sure.
I have not used bluetooth sensor H7 ,for quite some time due to this hassle !
I have also noted that Samsung has Ant+ technology ( ANT Hal service and Ant Radio service and Ant plugin installed on our phones ....eg Note3 and Note4 ..etc ).You can check you phone under "Application manager " in phone "Settings "it will be listed there, as installed .
I still want to rather buy a Ant+ chest strap and sensor and test it .i am sure it will work 100% better ..???( i noticed that these sensors is similar/basic same , in price than Polar ) Ant + is basic from what i understand an older technology, but very good .A fact to consider is why does Samsung " endorses/installsl it, on our devices /phone ? .....as it works "better" than bluetooth in this case ?
Standard sensor i meant ,the Polar watch and chest strap combo ( i have been using for years and for me the better option . ) I would suggest you look for Ant + technology chest strap ,and plse note
Runtastic and other apps ,i mentioned is not compatible/work with those Ant+ ( not sure )
You must look for an app that will work with it ??
Good luck( which ever way you go Ant+ or standard .)
I have Garmin HRM Chest Strap & Garmin Vivofit 2.
I both sync perfectly on my Note 4 N910H.
Garmin HRM chest strap is an ANT+ device, it's working perfectly using S-Health & Garmin Connect (through Vivofit 2).
Garmin Vivofit 2 is sync using Bluetooth 4.0
I never tried syncing using other Apps though.
ANT+ based HRM is better in battery life (I get almost 1 year of battery life before I have to change it's battery) & more mature in development way.
Bluetooth 4.X based HRM is in its infancy in development way.
So if you want something reliable for monitoring your heart rate better choose ANT+ based device....at least for now...especially Note 4 has a builtin ANT+ sensor.
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I have Garmin HRM Chest Strap & Garmin Vivofit 2.
I both sync perfectly on my Note 4 N910H.
Garmin HRM chest strap is an ANT+ device, it's working perfectly using S-Health & Garmin Connect (through Vivofit 2).
Garmin Vivofit 2 is sync using Bluetooth 4.0
I never tried syncing using other Apps though.
ANT+ based HRM is better in battery life (I get almost 1 year of battery life before I have to change it's battery) & more mature in development way.
Bluetooth 4.X based HRM is in its infancy in development way.
So if you want something reliable for monitoring your heart rate better choose ANT+ based device....at least for now...especially Note 4 has a builtin ANT+ sensor.
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hi,
yes, if i think way back ( a year or two ) i could not decided if i must buy the Garmin (Ant+) or the Polar (Bluetooth) I was holding both in my hands and was unsure... As bluetooth, was the in thing that time... i choose the Polar Bluetooth... bad choice !
I intended after my failed Polar bluetooth experience.. to get the Garmin (Ant +) cheststrap, never got round to it. Just carried on using Polar watch and standard combo .
S HEALTH, (from my experience) is not the answer for me . It's ok for basic hart rate and storing your data etc but i used it with my Note 3 and Note 4 + Gear 1 watch eg... pedometer , not really impressed.
I would also agree that using Ant + is the better option
good luck
willcor said:
hi,
yes, if i think way back ( a year or two ) i could not decided if i must buy the Garmin (Ant+) or the Polar (Bluetooth) I was holding both in my hands and was unsure... As bluetooth, was the in thing that time... i choose the Polar Bluetooth... bad choice !
I intended after my failed Polar bluetooth experience.. to get the Garmin (Ant +) cheststrap, never got round to it. Just carried on using Polar watch and standard combo .
S HEALTH, (from my experience) is not the answer for me . It's ok for basic hart rate and storing your data etc but i used it with my Note 3 and Note 4 + Gear 1 watch eg... pedometer , not really impressed.
I would also agree that using Ant + is the better option
good luck
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Actually I almost never use S-Health.
I only try it several times just to compare the result with my Vivofit (via Garmin Connect).
After that I never use it at all.
And now after I upgrade my tracker to Vivofit 2, it seems there's no reason to open S-Health other than Water counter
How does Runstastic and any other app know how much calories I burn? It guesstimate base on your height n weight and how fast you going? Does it matter? I just want to get a heart sensor thing because of this accuracy.
Runstastic does support Ant+ Whats the most popular Ant+ sensor? I want to strap to my chest unless there is a other choice.
I thought there are progress being made on BT.
chong67 said:
How does Runstastic and any other app know how much calories I burn? It guesstimate base on your height n weight and how fast you going? Does it matter? I just want to get a heart sensor thing because of this accuracy.
Runstastic does support Ant+ Whats the most popular Ant+ sensor? I want to strap to my chest unless there is a other choice.
I thought there are progress being made on BT.
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There are several factor to calculate calories outtake:
Age
Height
Weight
Heart rate
Steps
The result is a rough estimate that can be used to guide your day.
Heart rate data make it more accurate but still not laboratory accurate.
My suggestion for ANT+ HRM is Garmin & Wahoo.
Garmin is the most popular + reliable ANT+ HRM I know & it quite affordable too.
Wahoo is relatively new compared to Garmin but it supports both ANT+ & Bluetooth 4.0.
Other cheaper unbranded HRMs are available on eBay but I wouldn't recommend them as mine (yes, I bought one for around $25 to try it) broke after around 7 months.
Links:
Garmin HRM $60
Battery lasts around 3 years with 1 hr/day usage estimate.
Garmin Premium Soft strap HRM $69
Battery lasts around 4.5 years with 1 hr/day usage estimate.
Wahoo Tickr $59.99
Battery lasts up to 1 year.
I purchased that Smartwatch one week ago and i'm afraid that i have done a mistake by doing so.
The watch loses the connection with my phone (Samsung Note II) all the time and i have every time to start the application (Fundo Wear - android) and the bluetooth connection.
I have no problems with the functions of the watch the syncing with the application (Fundio Wear) works, also, i'm getting all the notification from the phone application.
F2 MTK2502 Smart Watch IP66 Water Resistant Heart Rate Monitor
Andreas Kimoulis said:
I purchased that Smartwatch one week ago and i'm afraid that i have done a mistake by doing so.
The watch loses the connection with my phone (Samsung Note II) all the time and i have every time to start the application (Fundo Wear - android) and the bluetooth connection.
I have no problems with the functions of the watch the syncing with the application (Fundio Wear) works, also, i'm getting all the notification from the phone application.
F2 MTK2502 Smart Watch IP66 Water Resistant Heart Rate Monitor
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I managed to solve my problem only partialy, by installing an appl fm google play "truly smart device". Now I have a more stable connection between my phone and the smartwatch, I can take phone calls on my wrist, I get notices of my applications (Facebook, Gmail etc. ).
However the Heart Rate Monitor and the Pedometer function works only on my watch .
Do you know a application that would work ?? since Fundo Wear has some very serious issues
I used the truly smart watch app from the Google play store. Watch is awesome and app connects it without fail....get this and be happy.
Zeblaze Cosmo
Hands-on & Review
Main Features:
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• Heart rate monitor: Monitor your heart rate, let you know about your heart rate at anytime and anywhere.
• Call reminder: When a call is coming, it will remind you and you can answer it directly.
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• Remote camera / music: Control your smart phone to take phones and play music on your wrist.
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Thank you
Looks great! Deserve more attention
Yellowflash99 said:
Looks great! Deserve more attention
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yes, this is true
in reality looks more beautiful
I ordered it. I'm eagerly waiting for it! It's gorgeous than the crystal
Sent from my Redmi Note 2
Yellowflash99 said:
I ordered it. I'm eagerly waiting for it! It's gorgeous than the crystal
Sent from my Redmi Note 2
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great !
please share you thoughts when you get it.
tnx
I won't certainly fail to do so! Sharing is caring
Yellowflash99 said:
I won't certainly fail to do so! Sharing is caring
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great
tnx :good:
I have had the Cosmos for a couple of months now.
I have had the Cosmos for a couple of months now and I am quite impressed with the quality of the build of this watch. I had problems at first with the watch disconnecting from the BT on my phone but after pairing the watch to my phone through the BT settings on my phone rather than the FunDo Wear and my phone asking if I wanted to make the watch a trusted BT device I have not had any pairing, connecting or syncing issues since. I have dumped the FunDo Wear app and tried a number of BT notification apps. The BT apps that have worked all where FunDo variations. I have ran the watch with out any BT notification apps at all but just by pairing to my phone with blue tooth alone. I was able to do things like stream music to the watch, make and receive phone calls and use the dialler on the watch all without any apps. The Cosmos hardware is capable of so much more than what can be done with the current FunDo variations. I can see this watch being able to do thing such as control my nest thermostat, control my Iluv led lights or even monitor my home security DVR if either android wear would support these watches or FunDo would step up their game and program a usable and stable sync app. As for the Cosmos watch itself, it is an impressive watch both in style and quality.
teverley06 said:
I have had the Cosmos for a couple of months now and I am quite impressed with the quality of the build of this watch. I had problems at first with the watch disconnecting from the BT on my phone but after pairing the watch to my phone through the BT settings on my phone rather than the FunDo Wear and my phone asking if I wanted to make the watch a trusted BT device I have not had any pairing, connecting or syncing issues since. I have dumped the FunDo Wear app and tried a number of BT notification apps. The BT apps that have worked all where FunDo variations. I have ran the watch with out any BT notification apps at all but just by pairing to my phone with blue tooth alone. I was able to do things like stream music to the watch, make and receive phone calls and use the dialler on the watch all without any apps. The Cosmos hardware is capable of so much more than what can be done with the current FunDo variations. I can see this watch being able to do thing such as control my nest thermostat, control my Iluv led lights or even monitor my home security DVR if either android wear would support these watches or FunDo would step up their game and program a usable and stable sync app. As for the Cosmos watch itself, it is an impressive watch both in style and quality.
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Thanks for your opinion
I also tried to connect the watch with old phone and it worked. but the phone had to find the watch first. anyway I agree with you when you say
that the Zeblaze Cosmo is good quality watch :good:
Just wanted to share findings the No 1 F4 smart bracelet will connect with DM98 smartwatch
You can use FunDo app and get all activity data from bracelet
Also App push notifications from watch to F4 bracelet and visa versa i.e find watch
It will also find FitBit charge HR not tested app
Does not find Bozlun B15P via bluetooth within H Band app but does pair within Bluetooth settings very odd as app does handshake via iPhone or android and works very well
Does anybody know of a good standalone app for snowboarding, that keeps track of speed, distance etc.?
I don't like to have my phone on me while snowboarding so it would be great If there was an app for the watch that keeps track of all those things and then synchronizes the data with the phone when reconnected.
(Android Wear 1.5; Sony SmartWatch 3)