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Q: Questioni dont own a cell phone will this work with my laptop toshiba satelite?garmin vivofit with heart monitor

Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hello, The vivofit band will work with a computer. The system requirement are as follows: For Windows - Windows Vista or newer, Microsoft .NET 4 Client Profile (included) 1024 x 768 display, USB port and 1 GB RAM High speed Internet access (Not for use with dial-up, mobile or satellite connections) May require up to 13 GB free disk space If you have further questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. Thanks, Drew

  Answered 10 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionIs it compatible with any phone? I have a samsung galaxy

Asked 10 years ago by dana.

• A:Answer If you are able to download the apps the Garmin uses for these bands. connect and myfitnesspal

  Answered 9 years ago by KathyKlown

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Q: QuestionDoes this track activity level and calories burned while wearing only the wrist strap without the heart rate monitor?

Asked 10 years ago by JMorg.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - vívofit Fitness Band + Heart Rate - Teal

• A:Answer The vívofit will track steps taken and distance walked, as well as calories burned. The vívofit takes into account your Garmin Connect user profile (weight, height, age), the type of activity (running vs walking), and if a heart rate monitor is being used (which may give a more accurate calorie count). Vívofit also calculates both active and inactive (base metabolic rate) calories to show the total calories burned on a daily basis. ^DK

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Q: QuestionWaterproof? Know of a waterproof tracker?Can it be worn while swimming? Waterproof? Know of a waterproof tracker?

Asked 10 years ago by Jan515.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - vívofit Fitness Band + Heart Rate - Slate

• A:Answer The vívofit has a waster resistant rating of 5 ATM (50 meters). This is a high enough water resistance rating that it can be worn while surface swimming without causing damage. Surface swimming means the device can be used while swimming (no scuba diving) in fresh or salt water, but please rinse the device after use in salt water. -JPK

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Q: QuestionI know this is waterproof, but does it still track calories burned while swimming?

Asked 10 years ago by anon.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - vívofit Fitness Band + Heart Rate - Red

• A:Answer Though both the vívofit and heart rate monitor can function fine while submerged, the water will inhibit the ANT+ signal needed for the two to communicate. What this means is that the vívofit will continue to count "steps" from your repeated arm movements, but while underwater, it will not receive any heart rate information from the monitor. -JPK

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Q: QuestionI ordered the Vivofit without the heart reate moniote by mistake. Can I order the heart rate monitor separtely?

Asked 10 years ago by Tonyo.

• A:Answer I've seen the Heart Monitor sold separately. Here's one link - http://www.bestbuy.com/site/garmin-heart-rate-monitor/9062426.p?id=1218119809718&skuId=9062426

  Answered 10 years ago by KiserK

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Q: QuestionHeart rate monitor that comes with 169.99 bundleWhich heart rate monitor comes with the garmin vivo fit 169.99 combo? is it the elastic band heart monitor or the plastic monitor?

Asked 11 years ago by Robert.

• A:Answer It's both plastic and elastic. The monitor itself across your chest is plastic with a backing so that it's not uncomfortable against your skin. The band has some stretch to it and is adjustable to fit all body types.

  Answered 10 years ago by Robb

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Q: QuestionDo you have to sync it to your phone? Does it use Data?This is a present for my dad and he practically has no data every month for his phone (it's a wireless card he lives in the wilderness). Will syncing use his data and can he just use it without syncing to his phone?

Asked 9 years ago by Jen.

• A:Answer The Garmin vívofit Fitness Band does not use cellular data. It records data through out the day and it can be synced with a compatible smartphone or a computer to upload the data to a Garmin Connect account. When syncing with a compatible smartphone that is has a data plan, it will use data to upload the information to a Garmin Connect account. If he has a compatible computer, he can sync the vívofit with a Garmin program called Garmin Express. The vívofit can be used without syncing to a smartphone or computer, but it will have limited functionality. Please visit the Garmin FAQ link below to view more information about this limited functionality. • http://support.garmin.com/support/searchSupport/case.faces?caseId={986298f0-7f2a-11e4-5293-000000000000} {CW}

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Q: QuestionSamsung Galaxy StardustWill this device sync with the Samsung Galaxy Stardust Phone?

Asked 9 years ago by Henry.

• A:Answer Yes, this product is compatible.

  Answered 9 years ago by CommunityAnswer

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Q: Questionrecord of lowest resting heart rate during sleepI want to monitor my resting heart rate during sleep to know the lowest resting heart rate during the whole sleep period. Will this device provide this information and how do I go about this? If this device cannot generate this information, which other product will give me this information

Asked 9 years ago by Henry.

• A:Answer The vívofit, when paired with a heart rate monitor, can record your heart rate while you are asleep. An activity would need to be started before going to sleep. Once awake, you would stop the activity and sync to Garmin Connect. From here, you can review your activity to find the lowest resting heart rate. Because of the potential for your heart rate monitor to shift position while you are sleeping, this method is not recommended. For what you are trying to accomplish, we recommend looking at the vívosmart HR. It records your heart rate 24/7, even when you are asleep. Once your data is uploaded to Garmin Connect, you can then review your heart rate by time to determine the lowest heart rate. ^DK

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Q: Questionis there large or extra large chest straps available?I am in need of a large or extra large chest strap (65") is there one available for purchase?

Asked 10 years ago by coltsfan.

• A:Answer The chest strap is adjustable and very stretchy. I'm a big girl and I'm not even close to stretching it out to its max.

  Answered 10 years ago by lupiecat95

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Q: Questionwill this vivofit track my calories while I am doing crossfit?

Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes, this will work for that purpose.

  Answered 9 years ago by CommunityAnswer

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Q: QuestionIs there a watch <time> feature on this model?

Asked 9 years ago by daisey1117.

• A:Answer Yes

  Answered 8 years ago by Tbutterfly1Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionVivoFit w/Heart Rate Monitor can it log heart rate data?I'd like to overlay heart rate data over video captured with a gopro camera. Can this combo of VivoFit and Heart rate Monitor log heart rate data and save or export a "fit" file or GPX file compatible with the Garmin Virb Edit video editing software software?

Asked 9 years ago by videokahuna.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - vívofit Fitness Band + Heart Rate - Slate

• A:Answer Yes, it can. The vívofit can record an individual exercise (.fit file) separate from your daily activity tracking, but the timer is triggered only when it is paired to the heart rate monitor. Once the heart rate monitor is disconnected, it will end the recording. Afterwards, you can sync the vívofit to your Garmin Connect account and export the file for use in the VIRB Edit software. -LB

  Answered 9 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionFunctionsDoes it have caller ID, etc.?

Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer It does not

  Answered 8 years ago by STom40

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Q: QuestionDo I have to be carrying my iphone in order to count my steps?

Asked 10 years ago by Lareldi.

• A:Answer no the device tracks on your wrist and uploads to your phone through an ap or to your computer when you put it in sync mode.

  Answered 10 years ago by Chris

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Q: QuestionDoes it measure distance while swimming?I am looking for something that will measure how far I swim.

Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - vívofit Fitness Band + Heart Rate - Blue

• A:Answer The vívofit measures distance based on a natural walking movement. As different swimming strokes may skew the distance recorded, we do not recommend using the vívofit for this application. ^DK

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Q: QuestionWhich fitness bands read O 2Which bands read the oxygen level in your blood?

Asked 10 years ago by Ednito.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - vívofit Fitness Band + Heart Rate - Teal

• A:Answer Thank you for reaching out, I’m happy to assist you with this. While we don’t have a fitness band that reads your Oxygen level, we have products that provide a VO2 Max estimate, you can find more information and the models that are compatible at http://support.garmin.com/support/searchSupport/simpleCase.htm?caseId={464c3390-402a-11e3-f27b-000000000000}&kbName=garmin ~QKO

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Q: QuestionDoes this tracker work with the iPhone 6 Healthkit App?I'm really looking for an all in one solution so I don't have to use two or three different apps. I like the Apple Heathkit dashboard and I'd actually rather have a fitbit than an Apple product except I like the Healthkit app.

Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes... Easy to pair. You must first use a computer to setup.

  Answered 9 years ago by sirrobe

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Q: QuestionDoes it work when cyclingI like to bike, what does it record when I bike(cycle). Also will the newer models have a back light?

Asked 10 years ago by John.

• A:Answer Yes

  Answered 9 years ago by sirrobe

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