Koogeek S1 Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale Review

Basic Info for the Koogeek S1 Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale:

Works with iOS and Android. With the Koogeek app, you can set achievable goals, monitor weight trends and view individual health reports on your iOS 8.0 or Android 4.3 or later devices.

Recognizes up to 16 users Automatically. The scale automatically recognizes users on the scale. You can create user profiles for up to 16 people. You can invite your family and friends to enjoy the experience and choose to keep personal health reports private, or share.

Hold Your Baby While Weighing Your Baby Feature. New way to weigh your baby: Weigh yourself first, then step on the scale while holding your baby. Your baby's weight will be automatically calculated and synched to the Koogeek app. Launch the app to check your baby's weight trends.

Upload Measurements via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. All measurements automatically sync and upload to the Koogeek app via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth 4.0.

Sturdy & Stylish Design. Designed with a polished ITO tempered glass surface and a blue LED display, the scale is durable for everyday use. In addition, special oval corners protect the safety of both you and your family

Accurately Measure 8 Body Composition Health Data. Koogeek Smart Health Scale accurately measures: 

• Weight
• BMI (Body Mass Index)
• Body fat mass
• Lean mass
• Bone mass
• Total body water
• BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)
• Visceral fat

Body Statistics Smart Scale Overview:
When you step on most Smart body Fat Scales they will run a small electrical current through your lower body that goes in one foot and back out the other so they only really test out your lower body which for some people can be an area where they carry either more or less fat than in their upper body. This can give inaccurate full body readings already but the main reason why most smart scales are not accurate for all body types is because much of the Smart Scale body fat calculations are done based on data collected from other people who fall into your gender, age, height and weight. So if you have a failry "average" body type than the readings will be OK. But if you do not have an average body type, for instance if you have a high level of lean muscle mass because you weight train or body build than this is often not considered by the Smart Scale and it will assume the added weight is fat not muscle and may even consider a very lean person to be overweight and high in fat. Some scales have an athletic mode that takes some of this into account which will help get more accurate body analysis readings but even then, how can the smart scale truly know how much muscle you have versus fat?

So for the above mentioned reasons I do not take Smart Scale Body Statistics very seriously on most smart scales, even the ones that have an athletic mode option! And for the record the Koogeek S1 Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale does not have an athletic mode option so my body fat readings on the Koogeek S1 are double what my other iHealth Vista Smart Scale (with athletic mode) is telling me.

In terms of weight measurement the Koogeek S1 Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale seems ot be fairly accurarte and for many people this will be the most important measurement they will want to track and record.

Using the Koogeek App:
Overall I found the Koogeek App to be well laid out and easy to use, it is also setup to be used with their other health and fitness products which will show up alongside the Koogeek S1 if you also have them. Make sure to watch my YouTube video below where I show you around the Koogeek App on my iPhone.

Koogeek S1 Pros: 

• Very affordable price compared to other similar smart scales.
• Great looking and compact size will look great in most bathrooms.
• Can sync via Bluetooth or WiFi.
• Up to 16 people can use the same device.
• Can weigh your baby with it.
• Software is well laid out.

Koogeek S1 Cons:

• No Athletic mode for people that have a higher lean body mass than most people.
• Body fat readings seem to be purely based on an algorithm rather than using the sensors.
• Even though the Koogeek S1 stores your info in the cloud, there is no online way to view your account info.

Final Thoughts…
The Koogeek S1 is a well priced and great looking Smart Health Scale that allows you to view and document your weight journey over a period of time.

In terms of the body fat and other body analysis readings, I would not take them too seriously since I believe they are mostly based on algorithms derived from a database of what would be the average body type for a given gender, age, height and weight.

Keep in mind most of these body fat scales are not going to give you a super accurate body analysis since they only read your lower body and are not always setup for all body types.

If you are interested in purchasing your own Koogeek S1 Smart Scale then make sure to use the link below along with the coupon code provided to save additional money.

• US Link Use Discount Code R4LLSZB7
• UK Link Use Discount Code 8IUTKIU7
• Canada Link Use Discount Code FW8OOUPD

Getting Real Series - SMP Scalp Micropigmentation Final Results

About a year ago I had my first SMP (Scalp Micropigmentation) procedure and over the course of several weeks I had what would normally be my third and last session. After everything settled down I was not entirely happy with my results, the frontal hairline was not exactly the shape or sharpness I wanted and some of the SMP work had blown out causing dark enlarged spots rather than fine crisp hair-like dots.

The studio I went to (Studio Sashiko) was more than happy to continue working on my SMP until I was satisfied with the results. About the same time Studio Sashiko had just hired a new very talented SMP technician (Shannon Liddell - The Ink Barber) that I began working with to correct and adjust my Scalp Micropigmentation. I visited Shannon many times while he went over some of the trouble areas blending out the darker spots and also fine tuning my frontal hairline so that it was more natural and softer on the front edge. We even added some white pigment to a few of the darker spots to soften them and blend everything together.

My SMP journey for sure took a lot longer than I was expecting with way more visits to Studio Sashiko then we all had anticipated but the end result I feel is what I was expecting to get from the beginning and I can honestly say I have made some new friends over at Studio Sashiko.

My take away from all of this is that you really need to find a place that will stand behind their work and make sure that at the end of the day you are happy with your results. You also need to make sure that the you see before and after results from the actual SMP Tech that is going to do your Scalp Micropigmentation work, not just some photos the studio has on hand as you never know who actually did that work.

SMP can be a real life changer for a person that is conscious of their thinning hair and is looking for a permanent solution that looks great and is not going to break your bank account or cause you a lot of pain and suffering.

If you live in the Vancouver Fraser Valley area and are considering having SMP work done then for sure book a consultation with (Shannon Liddell - The Ink Barber) over at Studio Sashiko and tell him Mike from GetFitOver40.com sent you!

Koogeek Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale Unboxing

I recently received a Koogeek S1 Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale directly from Koogeek for the purpose of making a review for it. in this video I simply unbox the Koogeek S1 Scale and show you around it, I also show you how to pair the Koogeek Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale to your smart phone and connect it to Wifi for the first time.

One major advantage of the Koogeek Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale is it's price point compared to other similar products it competes with. It is about half the price and seems to compare in both features and esthetic to other higher priced Body Statistics Smart Scales on the market.

If you are interested in purchasing your own Koogeek S1 Smart Scale then make sure to use the link below along with the coupon code provided to save additional money.

• US Link Use Discount Code R4LLSZB7
• UK Link Use Discount Code 8IUTKIU7
• Canada Link Use Discount Code FW8OOUPD

Koogeek Bluetooth Wifi Body Statistics Smart Scale Main Specification:

• 8 Precision Body Measurements - Weight, BMI (Body Mass Index), Body Fat Mass, Lean Mass, Bone Mass, Total Body Water, BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) and Visceral Fat.
• Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Connectivity - Automatically upload your measurements via Bluetooth 4.0 or Wi-Fi, whether you are at home, or while on the road. Note: only be used on 2.4G network.
• Free Fitness APP - Lets you set achievable goals and monitor your health trends in charts and graphs whenever and wherever. (Available on iOS and Android). Use BIA method and "Step-On" technology.
• 16 Users Tracking Management - Through a simple set-up process, the scale can be programmed to automatically recognize up to 16 users.
• Weigh your Baby - Weigh yourself first, then step on the Scale holding your baby. Your baby's weight will be calculated and synced to the app automatically. Launch the Koogeek app to check your child's weight trend.

What I use to Track my Daily Activity and Workouts Apple Watch

This video is perhaps not so much a review but more of an overview of what I use in terms of Tech Fitness Gadgetry to track my activity and workouts day to day. Over the years I have had the opportunity to use a number of fitness tech devises from companies like Apple, Garmin, Polar, Fitbit, Jabra, iHealth, Mio, Skulpt and Atlas. At the end of the day you need to find a device that fits not only into what and how you do your fitness but also it needs to fit into your lifestyle and hopefully make that even a little better in some ways.

For a little over the past year I have been using a combination of hardware and software that are independent from each other but work fairly well together thanks to the flexibility of Apple's Heath Kit and Under Armours suite of Apps that offer connectivity with a host of other companies.

You really need to watch my YouTube video as I explain in detail how I use several independent hardware devices with some very flexible software to bring it all together and fit my fitness and lifestyle needs. Here is a list of what I am using with a short description of what each device and software program offers for me:

Apple Watch (Version 1):
My Apple Watch is great in terms of how it is kind of a personal assistant to what's going on with my iPhone. On top of that my Apple Watch tracks my steps and daily heart rate while acting as a go-between and heads up real time display for several of the fitness Apps I use on my iPhone.

Apple iPhone 7 Plus:
We all know what an iPhone can do, on the fitness side I primarily use Under Armour Apps for my fitness needs as I feel they offer me more detailed information and sharing capabilities than Apple's own fitness related Apps. I use the Under Armour Record App to track my daily activity and I also start and stop any workouts I do using the UA Record App. Since MyFitnessPal is also an Under Armour product both Apps share their information to each other so I can offset any food intake calories with exercise output activity which helps me stay on track when either maintaining weight, cutting weight or bulking.

Polar H7 Heart Rate Monitor (Chest Strap):
Most wrist based Optical Heart Rate Monitors at least for me do not work properly, they always end up missing my elevated heart rate activity so I miss this important information that is vital for tracking true calories burned during a workout. For this reason I can not depend on my Apple Watch's built in optical heart rate monitor to track my heart rate during a workout. My solution to this problems is to strap on my Polar H7 Heart Rate Monitor when I plan to do nay exercise where my heart rate will be elevated, this way I get very actuate heart rate readings and true calories burned during a workout. I have the option of pairing my Polar H7 to either my Apple Watch or directly to my iPhone, generally I pair the Polar H7 to my Apple iPhone since it is the most dependable.

Again make sure to watch my YouTube video below for a much more descriptive explanation on how I utilize all these products for fitness and day to day life.

Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbud Earphones Review

Features:

• Pair and play with your Bluetooth® device with 30 foot range.
• 6 hour rechargeable battery.
• Premium sound in a lightweight design with flexible earhooks.
• IPX4 Sweat and water resistant.
• Take hands-free calls and adjust music with no-slip-grip RemoteTalk™ controls.
• Dual-driver acoustics power music through each ear bud delivering Beat’s signature sound for a great listening experience. 

In the Box:

• Powerbeats2 Wireless earphones with RemoteTalk™ wrap around cable
• Hard shell carrying case
• Universal micro USB cable
• Cable management clip
• Four (4) pairs of multi-sized/shaped ear tips
• Quick Start guide

Difference between Beats Powerbeats2’s and Beats Powerbeats3’s:

• Slight cosmetic changes.
• 3’s use new Apple W1 technology for extra battery life and easy setup.
• 6 hours versus 12 hour battery life.
• Fast charge 15 minutes for 1 hour versus 5 minutes for 1 hour of playback time.
• Price 2’s can be found lower priced on clearance (I paid $79) versus 3’s are around $199.

Sound Quality:
I will not go on record as saying the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds are the best sounding earphones I have tested to date but they are up there in the rankings. the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds have a nice flat sound with not too much high range, just the right amount of bass not to get annoying and a pleasant amount of mid range to warm things up and bring out the vocals in your music. When you crank up the volume they can actually get a bit too loud bet even so they do not seem to distort at all so you keno the drivers are more than adequate for the job.

Fit:
Fit to me is just as important as sound quality, if a pair of earbuds do not fit correctly in your ear canals than you can lose a lot of bas and even low miss which will make the music sound thin. When the fit is good, your earbuds will sodden full and they will even block out a lot of the background noises. I found the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds to fit really well for me when I use the largest buds on them. Once I have put them in my ears I never need to adjust or even think about them again till I am finished using them. I am sure the flexible earhooks also help to keep the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds in place when being very active.

Overall Quality:
I have only been using my Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds for a few months but so far so good and they still work and look like new. They are light weight but well built and the rubber cord and overall exterior is holding up well from my gym usage.

Bluetooth Signal Strength:
I am very impressed with the Bluetooth signal on my Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds, I get fewer cutouts and better range than any other BT headphone I have tested so far. I can even go as far as 60 feet away from my iPhone and still hear my music as long as there is a clear line of sight.

Battery Life:
Battery life on the is about average, not great and not bad, I get about 3 workouts in before I need a recharge which for me is about 5 hours of usage, Beats claims the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds can get up to 6 hours but that would be stretching it a bit when listing to music with a decent amount of bass at higher volume levels. For me this is good enough, I usually recharge after every two workouts to be safe.

Controls:
The con are pretty standard on the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds, you have a power button on the left earbud to turn them on and off and there is also a remote control on the rubber cable that has a built in mic for hands free calling along with controls that allow for volume up and down. There is also the standard pause, answer button for controlling muscle playback and answering and hanging up calls. Strangely enough when I long hold the + and - buttons to skip or replay a track this feature does not seem to be present on the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds like it is on many other BT Earbuds I have used. Not a deal breaker for me since I can always use my iPhone music controls for that.

Conclusion:
So far the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds are my favorite earbuds I have used. I love the fit, I love the sound and I love the overall quality of them. Would I have liked to get the newer Beats Powerbeats3 Wireless BT Earbuds? Sure but at over half the price my Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds work great and get the job done in style!

Wacth my YouTube Video Review for the Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless BT Earbuds: