Apple Watch Series 1 vs Microsoft Band

Apple Watch Series 1 Microsoft Band
Model Apple
Watch Series 1		 Microsoft
Band

Basic Info
Suggested Price 299 199.99
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Release Oct 2016 Apr 2015

Reviews
BestBuy Rating 4.7 4.2
Walmart Rating 4.8 0.0

Overview
Top Features
  • Aluminum case with Sport Band
  • Dual-core processor
  • Splash resistant¹
  • Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz)
  • Bluetooth 4.0
  • Heart rate sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Ambient light sensor
  • OLED Retina display with Force Touch
  • Ion-X glass
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • Up to 18 hours of battery life²
  • Magnetic charging cable
  • Apple Watch requires an iPhone 5 or later.
  • Classic Buckle, Leather Loop, Modern Buckle, Milanese Loop, and Link Bracelet bands are not water resistant.
  • ¹Apple Watch Series 1 is splash and water resistant but not waterproof. You can, for example, wear and use Apple Watch Series 1 during exercise, in the rain, and while washing your hands, but submerging Apple Watch Series 1 is not recommended.
  • Apple Watch has a water resistance rating of IP67 under IEC standard 60529.
  • ²Testing conducted by Apple in August 2016 using preproduction Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch Series 2, and Apple Watch Edition, each paired with an iPhone; all devices tested with prerelease software.
  • All-day battery life is based on 18 hours with the following use: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use, and a 30-minute workout with music playback from Apple Watch via Bluetooth, over the course of 18 hours.
  • Battery life varies by use, configuration, and many other factors; actual results will vary.
  • TM © and 2016 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Microsoft Health helps you live a healthier lifestyle
    Get real-time wellness insights on your wrist. Learn which exercises burned the most calories during your workout, how much restful sleep you got last night and much more.
  • Stay informed with the Microsoft Health app and a full-featured Web dashboard
    The app lets you track progress toward fitness goals with easy-to-understand charts, and the Web dashboard provides insights unique to you in your favorite browser.
  • Built-in GPS lets you monitor your runs
    Measure the distance you’ve run and track your pace and route. Save your favorites to retrace your steps and challenge yourself later.
  • Get notifications at a glance
    Check incoming calls, texts, social updates, weather, finance and more on your wrist without pulling out your phone.
  • Cortana becomes your virtual personal assistant
    Cortana lets you reply to text messages, take notes or set reminders with your voice. Plus, get traffic notifications and stay on top of sports, stocks, weather and more.
  • Stylish design
    Capacitive full-color display in a thermal plastic band with an adjustable-fit clasp.
  • Compatible with most current smartphones
    Works with iPhone, Android and Windows Phone.

All Features
Countdown Yes
Alarm Yes Yes
Internet Connectable Yes
Calendar Yes
Case Width 1.4 inches 0.76 inches
Mobile Notifications Yes
Rechargeable Battery Yes
Charging Interface(s) Wireless USB
Model Family Apple Watch Series 1
Stopwatch Yes
Battery Size Not Applicable Custom, nonreplaceable
Vibration Alert Yes
Date/Time Display Date and time Date and time
Body Metrics Measured Heart rate Calories burned
Voice Activated Yes
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Parts 1 year 1 year limited
Text Messaging Yes
Clock Display Yes Yes
Color Space Gray Aluminum Black Thermal Plastic
Curved Screen No
Email Capable Yes Yes
Operating System Compatibility Apple iOS Android
Screen Size 42 millimeters 1.4 millimeters
Bluetooth Enabled Yes Yes
Wi-Fi Compatibility Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version 4.0 Other
Built-In Microphone Yes Yes
Battery-Strength Indicator Yes
Series Series 1
Band Material Other Other
Additional Accessories Included Sport Band (can be configured for either S/M or M/L length); 1m Magnetic Charging Cable
Screen Type Digital Digital
GPS Enabled No Yes
Touch Screen Yes
No-Contract Yes No
Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion
Processor Brand Apple
Sensors Accelerometer
Color Category Gray Black
Model Number MP032LL/A 4M5-00002
Product Name Apple Watch Series 1 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case Black Sport Band Band Smartwatch (Medium)
Case Length 1.7 inches 2 inches
Operating System watchOS Windows
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Labor 1 year 1 year limited
Brand Apple Microsoft
Music Player Yes
Water Resistant No Yes
Maximum Usage Time 18 hours
Case Thickness 0.4 inches 0.36 inches
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance 0 feet
NFC Technology No
Band Length 9.5 inches
Maximum Height of Shock Resistance 3 feet
Adjustable Band Length Yes
Band Width 0.76 inches
Shock Resistant Yes
Clasp Type Other
Watch Finish Satin/matte
Automatic Sync Yes
Adjustable Brightness No
Internal Memory 0 gigabytes
Phone No
Carrier Type Unlocked
Watch Memory (RAM) 0 megabytes
Data Plan Required No
Case Material Not Applicable
Wireless Syncing Yes
Processor Speed 0 gigahertz
Instant On Yes

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