ASUS VivoWatch is a series of smart wearable devices that serve as a comprehensive personal health management platform for users through precise physiological monitoring.
In response to the needs of users, a new model in the series, the VivoWatch 6, was released in 2024, offering enhanced features. According to ASUS, the new VivoWatch continues the company's tradition of smart health watches equipped with two sets of medical-grade electrical and optical PPG sensors. The watch allows users to measure their blood pressure and ECG anytime and anywhere with just their fingertips.
The device can integrate and analyze various physiological and lifestyle data and provide personalized suggestions to improve health based on AI algorithms. In addition, the watch's hardware and software functions have also been improved to meet users' long-term health management needs.
Harnessing the power of technology to manage physical health has become a major trend for people and medical institutions around the world. A recent in-depth market study conducted by ASUS with nearly 1,300 users revealed that the group of people who are actively interested in their health is gradually expanding from the middle and upper age groups in the past to the lower age groups.
Today, users expect wearable devices to consistently and accurately record physiological data and provide insights about their health that integrate information from their entire lives. The survey also showed that wearable devices are gaining popularity among all types of users. Even if they already own traditional devices such as blood pressure monitors, more than 80% of people are willing to opt for wearable devices that can collect physiological data at any time to get a comprehensive overview of their body condition.
To meet the needs of users, the VivoWatch 6 has introduced a range of innovative functions. Firstly, body composition analysis has been added, which uses bioimpedance technology to accurately measure indicators such as body fat, water, and muscle percentage, providing more comprehensive data support for body health management.
In terms of sports monitoring, the VivoWatch 6 is equipped with a high-precision dual-frequency GPS that allows outdoor sports enthusiasts to determine their position faster and more accurately, making sports records more complete and reliable. The dual-frequency GPS can also be used to track the elderly and ensure their safety.
Family members can use the watch's GPS data to find out where the wearer is. In addition, the built-in fall detection function automatically sends alerts and location information to the predefined emergency contact as soon as it detects a fall so that medical assistance can be provided in the critical moments after the accident.
In terms of hardware, the VivoWatch 6 has a high-resolution AMOLED display that offers an excellent viewing experience. A new physical shortcut button on the side of the watch allows users to set and access frequently used functions with a single press.
At the same time, the VivoWatch 6 offers a battery life of up to 7 days with a variety of health monitoring functions turned on, which can be extended to up to 14 days in power-saving mode to ensure that users can keep an eye on the condition of their body. It is also worth mentioning that the blood pressure and ECG application software developed by ASUS has passed the TFDA medical software certification, earning users' confidence in their professional functionality.
Powered by proprietary hardware and software, the VivoWatch 6 demonstrates strong potential for cloud integration. Not only can the watch support industry players in the fields of healthcare management, clinical drug research, and occupational health and safety, but the data it collects can also be seamlessly uploaded to cloud platforms, offering a wide range of applications for healthcare providers and academic research institutions.
For example, medical teams can integrate the data from the VivoWatch 6 into their hospital's system to gain real-time insights into the health of their patients. In clinical pharmaceutical studies, the watch can be used to track long-term physical changes in test subjects before and after the administration of medication.
In the field of occupational health and safety, the VivoWatch 6 can help management objectively assess employee fatigue and prevent occupational safety accidents. These applications fully demonstrate the potential of the VivoWatch series on the commercial market.
Through intensive cooperation with various industries, the VivoWatch 6 is expected to become an important vehicle for innovative business models. For example, insurance companies can develop premium discount plans based on the personal health data provided by the watch, while health management service providers can use the device to deliver remote and customized health services, improving management efficiency and service quality.
In addition, ASUS has announced that its AI Coaching Platform, which will be officially launched in October this year, will be able to integrate users' physiological data and daily life information collected by the VivoWatch 6 to build a comprehensive and in-depth database of health data. The platform will use AI algorithms to analyze users' health patterns and potential health risks and make recommendations to improve their health, taking care of users' health in every way.
According to ASUS, the VivoWatch series has already shown promising results in overseas markets. In Southeast Asia, ASUS has joined hands with Thailand's renowned high-end health examination centers and elderly care providers to build an innovative model for digital healthcare services.
The health examination centers use the VivoWatch to collect long-term health data of the elderly to develop personalized health management plans and use the data to promote remote care. In Spain, ASUS has partnered with local healthcare organizations to integrate the VivoWatch into a medical metaverse blueprint. Physicians can use VivoWatch's remote health monitoring capabilities to fully track changes in patients' daily physical condition and enable more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
The VivoWatch 6 demonstrates ASUS' technological capabilities and innovative thinking in using technology for health management. In the future, ASUS will continue to work with partners in various fields to accelerate the implementation of the VivoWatch series into the smart healthcare ecosystem and bring more benefits to the health of the public.
In terms of hardware, the VivoWatch 6 has a high-resolution AMOLED display that offers an excellent viewing experience. Credit: Asus