by Tony Chen
In the past, we've talked about a "GlucoPhone" that can read and transmit blood sugar results. We've also talked about the wisdom of incorporating healthcare into everyday life (versus compartmentalizing healthcare as a separate destination). Well, here's one idea that aligns with that concept: a (prototype) wellness phone that assesses your stress level, measures your body fat %, takes your pulse, analyzes your breath, and gives you pep talks.
Still in prototype (and they're only testing it in Japan for now), but nonetheless, a great idea. See more pictures and more on how they fit it all in there here.
Sooner or later, someone is going to figure out how to make wellness un-annoying enough (or maybe even fun!). How great would it be if hospitals could be a part of that conversation?
Comments:
Wellness, sheesh what a horrible word.
An online BMI calculator from the LA Times told me I'm borderline overweight. When in reality I'm 6' tall, 175 lbs. I run every day, lift, eat right and have only dreamed about gaining weight(muscle). I have never been called overweight, on the other hand my nickname is chicken legs.
These computers don't take other components into account. I understand that it may read bloodsugar, but anyone letting their phone tell them they are stressed or overweight and analyzes their breath needs to sit down, relax, and count to 10.
If you're fat, you know it. If you are stressed, you should know it. I wonder if this phone will make girls worry more about their figure and weight.
Sorry to sound like Mr. Negative pants here, I really do like the blood sugar thing... that's useful.
I would like to know how I can get a wellness phone, or a contact who maybe able to
supply me with a couple of samples.
Regards
D.Watson