Withings is adding to its range of iPhone-connected health devices, as it has today announced the launch of two new blood pressure monitors, the BPM Core and the BPM Connect.
Withings BPM Core is the first over-the-counter device able to measure blood pressure, record an electrocardiogram (ECG) and listen to the heart via a digital stethoscope in one device, enabling users to detect serious conditions such as atrial fibrillation or valvular heart disease.
The Withings BPM Connect is an updated version of the classic Withings BPM, featuring an LED display and advanced sync options that make taking, viewing and sharing cardiovascular readings simpler than ever.
Withings BPM Connect
The BPM Connect is available starting today at Apple retail stores and in the Apple online store. Withings says the BPM Connect has been cleared by the FDA and is designed to provide accurate measurements of heart rate and systolic and diastolic blood pressure using color-coded feedback to provide instant information.
Unlike its predecessor, BPM Connect doesn’t require users to have their smartphone or any other smart device around to view and interpret the results. Readings are displayed directly on the BPM Connect via an LED matrix.
Additionally, data from the readings will sync with the accompanying Health Mate app via Bluetooth or WiFi, even when a device is not nearby. Sharing a design feature with Withings BPM Core, BPM Connect’s display also provides color-coded feedback glowing green for normal, orange for moderate and red for high blood pressure.
Withings BPM Core
The BPM Core is available today in Europe and will be launching in the United States once it has been cleared by the FDA.
The BPM Core is three-in-one device measures ECG used to identify atrial fibrillation
(AFib), the main form of irregular heart rhythm that is a major risk for stroke. It takes only 90 seconds to take all three readings.
The BPM Core features an LED Display and advanced syncing options to make it easy to take, view, and share cardiovascular readings.
Availability
Europe
Withings BPM Core is available now for €249.95/£229.95 and can be purchased exclusively at apple.com, select Apple Stores and Withings.com. Additional retailers availability to come during the summer.
Withings BPM Connect is available now for €99.95/£89.95 at apple.com, select Apple Stores, Withings.com, Amazon and at other retailers.
U.S.
Withings BPM Connect is available now at apple.com, select Apple Stores, Withings.com, Best Buy.com and Amazon for the price of $99.95.
