Lenovo introduces Smart Band Cardio 2 (HX06H) at an affordable price

Lenovo has announced the launch of its latest fitness wearable in India, the Smart Band Cardio 2 HX06H, packing in all utility features at a palatable price tag of Rs. 1,499. This makes it the first branded fitness wearable in the industry to have set a new price benchmark in the hitherto expensive category.

Lenovo’s smart band comes with a 24-hour continuous dynamic heart rate monitor, a lithium-polymer 100 mAh battery that lasts upto20 days on one charge, and a 5ATM waterproof level, which means it can survive 50 metres of water immersion when a user is swimming or surfing.

Xie Senchu, General Manager, International Business at Shenzhen Aodishi Technology, Lenovo Beijing’s authorised Channel Partner for Sales in India, says, “Lenovo is pushing smart wearables as a category since last year and the launch of Smart Band Cardio 2 is a step in the same direction. The Indian fitness wearable market is poised to witness immense growth, and we have already captured over 8% of market share in the segment. There is a great deal of untapped potential for smart bands, especially in the affordable segment. By offering a unique health and wellness proposition through advanced features, we are confident of capturing larger market share in the price sensitive market.”

The Cardio 2 smart band sports a bezel-less, 0.87-inch OLED display, which will provide information about a variety of physical activities such as running, walking, cycling, while allowing the user to check text messages and voice call notifications directly from the connected device. The device’s Scientific Sleep Monitoring system can track the user’s state of sleep, whether deep or light, and help improve its quality.The smart band also has a Sedentary Remind mode, which reminds the wearer to get up and walk if they have been sitting for too long, along with a new step counting algorithm that promises enhanced accuracy.

The fitness device has a removable strap design, with a built-in USB charging port that can be directly connected to a computer or USB port, making charging smooth and seamless. The band comes with straps that are soft, skin-friendly wristband, and lightweight to travel with.

The band is compatible with iOS 8.0 and all Android devices above 5.0. The user can download the Lenovo Life app to connect to the band for a detailed record of weight loss, fitness plan and diet record. The Lenovo Smart Band HXO6H will be available for purchase exclusively on Amazon, starting July 4 is the exclusive service partner for the Lenovo Smart Band & Smart Watches in India.