On: Google I/O 2014

[elliottkember]

You should post an update here once you've worn one for a while. I had a Fitbit for a couple of months and just got bored of it.

[bpp198 → elliottkember]

There's something extremely magic about knowing who is calling you when you're cycling and therefore whether to stop or not to take the call.

Also, changing music or volume when on a bus without having to do that thing where you lift your bum to get your phone out of your pocket is, well, better than it sounds.

[gurkendoktor → bpp198]

> changing music or volume when on a bus without having to do that thing where you lift your bum

Do Android phones still come without buttons on their headphones?

[lmm → gurkendoktor]

My Galaxy Note 2 came with buttons on the headphones.

[CJefferson → elliottkember]

I have been wearing a Fitbit for over a year, my wife for 6 months. I can't imagine life without it now. The Big advantage is it keeps me honest. I aim to always do 10,000 steps a day, 100,000 steps a week, and I can see if I am short at any time. It is easy to convince yourself you have done more walking than you really have.

[maxerickson → CJefferson]

It seems to be pretty hit or miss, people either really like them or just don't get into it.