Oppo Could Be Working On A Smartwatch That Can Measure Blood Pressure
An Oppo smartwatch that can measure blood pressure is in the works, and a new patent shows the company studying health behaviors.
An archived document recently made available for reading by China's National Intellectual Property Office, titled "Blood Pressure Monitor," is a wrist-worn device consisting of two separate bands.
Both appear to be connected to the main device, which may contain a small screen with two detection zones on the belt for measurement.
It's not entirely clear how this method works, but the bands can determine the reading by mimicking a regular blood pressure cuff and spitting on it.
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This system is already available on the Huawei Watch D, which adds an inflatable wristband to the strap, while Samsung devices such as the Galaxy Watch 5 can access blood pressure data after mounting the watch with an external sensor.
Of course, as with any patent, it's too early to tell how Oppo will implement the technology, and whether it will be offered as part of a standard smartwatch or as a standalone device.
We're seeing some of the biggest companies in the industry start offering more convenient ways to measure blood pressure, and smaller names like Vans released their first blood pressure monitor earlier this year, so it's no surprise. . Watch as Oppo unveils its plans.
However, this patent has yet to be applied for or granted, so we can't expect it anytime soon.
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By Connor Allison
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