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Table 6 Summary of pros and cons from reviewer opinions for the Jawbone Up24

From: A comparison of wearable fitness devices

Reviewer Name

Article Name

Review Date

Reference Site

Advantages (Pros)

Disadvantages (Cons)

Weebly

Jawbone Up24 review

8-Nov-14

[17]

1. Wireless syncing

1. Social sharing: can only add friends you already know

2. Can use in shower

2. No website interface, only phone app

3. Deep sleep and light sleep data

3. Hair can become stuck in cap button

4. “Smart Wake” alarms for naps

4. Overcounts arm movement as steps

5. Usable design

5. No screen

6. Holds battery charge for up to seven days

Jackson chung

Fitbit Flex vs. Jawbone Up : A comparative review

23-May-2013

[18]

1. Trendy and good design

1. Not accurate tracking

2. Mobile app is outstanding

2. Only for iOS devices

3. Battery lasts for 10 days

3. Felt awkward, especially when typing. 

4. Short time charging (only couple of hours)

5. Inexpensive

 

 

Matt Swider

Jawbone Up24 review

24-Mar-14

[19]

1. Wireless syncing added

1. No display for on-demand stats

2. Stylish and lightweight

2. Does not have a web app

3. Very soft rubber for comfort

3. Works with only 10 Android phones

4. iOS and Android compatible

4. 2.5 mm stereo jack for charging

Michael Sawh

Jawbone Up24 review

26-Mar-14

[20]

1. Bluetooth Smart support for real-time syncing

1. No built-in screen

2. Slim, stylish design

2. Shorter battery than Jawbone UP

3. Great silent alarm feature

3. App is sluggish at times

4. Not waterproof

Matthew Miller

Jawbone UP24 review

6-Dec-14

[21]

1. Well-designed band that fits comfortably, long battery life

1. No altimeter to measure stairs climbed

2. Flawless syncing via Bluetooth

2. Limited just to iOS for now

3. Integrated Microsoft Office software

3. Hangs up on jackets and long-sleeve shirts

4. Charges quickly

5. Great sounding front-facing stereo speakers

6. Expandable storage capability