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Sports & Health
Mobile Electronics
Buyers Guide
27 smart sports & health mobile electronics
from China suppliers 2
Sports watches
Health monitor wristbands
Earphones and headsets
Portable speakers

Next-gen industry trends 8


Chronos makes any watch smart
Whos buying smart watches?
Wearable shipments increase 172% in 2015
Samsung makes SoC for health-tracking wearables

Buyer demand trends 10


Medical & healthcare wearables
Sports & fitness wearables
Sports & health mobile electronics
from China become smarter
Arm strap holds iPhone 6 Plus, cards
The SA-013-1 model from Ching Hua Plastic Co. Ltd holds the
iPhone 6 Plus while wrapped around the users arm to free the
hands while running or working out. The product can also keep
cards and cash in its extra pocket.

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LED earphones
Dongguan Weiming Electronic Technology Co. Ltd released the
model WM601S earphones with built-in LEDs that synchronize
with the musics rhythm and volume. It serves as a safety warning
light for outdoor sports at night. The model adopts Bluetooth CSR
4.0+EDR, smart noise reduction and DSP technologies. It yields HD
audio stereo music and can be used to answer mobile phone calls.
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Controls music
Foshan Binshi Electronic Co. Ltds model SE1300 earphones can
pause, play and select music tracks on an iPhone. It has in-line
microphone and call answer features. The model works on 20
to 20,000Hz with 1013dB sensitivity. Impedance is 32ohm. The
model is fitted with soft gel earbuds, 12mm speakers, a 3.5mm
plug and 130cm cable. Extended length is 1.3m.
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Works with Android, iOS


The model Binshi-T1 dual-driver sports earphones from Foshan
Binshi Electronic Co. Ltd is compatible with Android and iOS
gadgets. The product has one dynamic and one balanced
armature driver, and a 10mm speaker. Impedance is 16ohm while
frequency ranges from 20 to 20,000Hz. Sensitivity is 933dB. The
model allows touch control for adjusting volume.

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Childrens smart watch counts steps
Designed for children aged 5 to 10 years old, Fujian Ruiven
Information Technology Co. Ltds model 8601 smart watch counts
the users daily steps. It can save up to 10 contact numbers that
can be called with just a single press in case of an emergency. It
has an integrated GPS and LBS module to help track the wearer.

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Doubles as pedometer
The model S360 smart watch from Guangzhou JQX Industrial Co.
Ltd doubles as a pedometer, and has a sedentary reminder, sleep
monitor and alarm clock. The unit pairs with an Android or an iOS
smartphone via Bluetooth 4.0. It can synchronize call logs and
phone directory. The smart timepiece connects to a USB port.

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Sweat-resistant
The model BS081RQ earphones from Layon International
Electronic & Telecom Co. Ltd are made of aluminum alloy that
does not get damaged over time by sweat. The 38x10.5x6.5mm
Bluetooth 4.1 model supports HSP, HFP, A2DP and AVRCP. It
allows the user to stop, pause and play music, and answer calls via
magnetic control. Operation range is up to 10m.
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Displays blood oxygen saturation


The colored OLED screen of Semitech Technology Ltds model
SE-PO-01 wearable pulse oximeter displays the wearers blood
oxygen saturation levels and pulse rate. The unit adopts an
advanced digital signaling processor algorithm to improve
accuracy. Visual alarm and real-time spot-checks are supported.

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Resists water up to 3m
Shenzhen Dodo Intelligent Technology Co. Ltds RO6 model is
a colorful watch that can be submerged in water up to 3m. It
is capable of GPS/AGPS/Wi-Fi/LBS positioning and works on
850/900/1,800/1,900MHz. The low-power watch has a camera,
240x240p screen and MT2502 platform. It comes with a free app.
The product can upload location points once per minute.

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MP3, heart rate monitor
Shenzhen Gimei Technology Co. Ltds model F58 smart bracelet
can measure sports and heart rate patterns, and monitor sleep. It
records calorie consumption and reminds the user to engage in
fitness activities when sedentary. The bracelet also plays MP3 files
and takes calls via Bluetooth. It can double as an alarm clock.

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Calorie counter for swimmers


The F69 model from Shenzhen Gimei Technology Co. Ltd is a
smart watch that can count calories burned when doing breast- or
backstroke, butterfly or freestyle swimming. It can also track heart
rate and remind when the user is sedentary. The smart watch
monitors seven-day movement and sleep quality.

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Step, distance, calorie counter


Shenzhen King Well Technology Co. Ltds model KW-SMD smart
watch counts and displays time, steps, distance and calories on
its 0.69in LCD. It can also function as a sleep monitor and reminds
through vibration or SMS to Android phones, or via QQ and
Weixin. It also gives alerts to prevent the users mobile phone from
being lost. The model is an alarm clock and activity/task tracker.
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With detachable earphone


Shenzhen King Well Technology Co. Ltd also offers the KW-SY7
model, a smart watch that features a detachable Bluetooth
earphone. The model works as a call reminder, sports/sleep data
recorder and a music player. The smart wearable is equipped with
a Nordic 51822 + CSR 6145 CPU, an ADI362/ST3DH sensor and
16MB RAM, and runs iOS 7 or Android 4.3.
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Bicycle speedometer
The M2 model from Shenzhen Mogubrothers Technology Co. Ltd
is a bicycle speedometer that features a real-time GPS tracking
function for theft prevention. When paired with a mobile app, the
product gives off alarms if the bicycle is out of the users set range.
It has an LED screen that shows the user their current position,
speed, mileage and calories burned.

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Tracks location, sports activities
Shenzhen Seglandis Technology Co. Ltds model SD-PH828
childrens smart watch doubles as a pedometer and suits
smartphones running Android and iOS. Besides tracking the
wearers location, the device can monitor and record various
sports activities. It supports a GPS and LBS module, and Wi-Fi.

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Collaborated with famous designer


The SD-PH829 model is a stylish wearable designed in
collaboration between Shenzhen Seglandis Technology Co.
Ltd and Scandinavia-based Jacob Jensen Design. Supporting
gesture control, the smart timepiece has a pedometer for
tracking the wearers sports activities. Features include SOS alert,
instant positioning, handsfree calls and selfie remote control.
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Supports altimeter, sleep monitor


From Shenzhen Suoyu Technology Co. Ltd, the model U8 smart
watch supports altimeter, barometer, sedentary reminder and
sleep monitor. Other functions include alarm clock, calendar and
calculator. The Bluetooth 3.0-enabled product runs on an
MTK-6261 chip. It is powered by a 230mAh battery that yields one
week standby time. A 128x128p display is adopted.
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Built-in heart rate sensor


Synergy Technologies Ltd offers the model SW1202H smart watch
with a built-in sensor that monitors the users heartbeat instantly. It
also supports pedometer, sleep monitor and sedentary reminder.
When a paired smartphone is located more than 10m away from
the smart watch, the model will give off an alarm to alert the user
of a possible theft. The unit is water-resistant.
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Pedometer, smart wake-up


Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, the model SW1605H
smart watch from Synergy Technologies Ltd works as a heart rate
monitor and a pedometer. The user can wake up the smart watch
by raising or shaking their arm. The unit can also be a notifications
hub, receiving alerts from social media sites such as Twitter and
Facebook. A 300mAh Li-polymer battery is adopted.

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Water-resistant smart watch
Another smart watch from Synergy Technologies Ltd, the
water-resistant SW1204H model utilizes a 1.22in IPS TFT capacitive
touchscreen. Running on an MTK2502C chipset, the IP65-rated
unit can track the wearers steps, distance, heart beat and calorie
consumption. It adopts a loudspeaker and a microphone.

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Built-in altimeter, pedometer


Synergy Technologies Ltds model SW1402 smart watch features
a built-in altimeter, pedometer and stopwatch. A variant with
a barometer is also available. The unit can receive and display
notifications from an Android phone. It runs on Bluetooth 3.0 and
is powered by an MTK6261D chipset. The smart watch can be used
to control a music playlist on a smartphone.
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Sand-, water-resistant speaker


Sun Cupid (Shenzhen) Electronic Ltd offers the Riptide RT1 model, a
water- and sand-resistant outdoor speaker that can be mounted on
bikes. The Bluetooth 4.0 unit allows handsfree calls with its noise-
cancelling microphone. Frequency response is 165Hz to 16kHz and
S/N ratio is 85dB. Transmission distance is 10m. The rechargeable
Li-ion battery yields eight hours play time.
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IP55-rated rugged speaker


Another product from Sun Cupid (Shenzhen) Electronic Ltd,
the model Wake W1 outdoor speaker, is fitted with two 10W
woofers and two 5W tweeters. Bearing an IP55 rating, the unit
suits camping, swimming, hiking and other outdoor activities. It
supports a USB port for charging devices. The unit can connect
with smartphones via Bluetooth 4.0.
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Built-in pedometer module


Unismart Technology Ltds model HS-S1 sports Bluetooth headset
has a built-in pedometer module, allowing the wearer to monitor
their exercise targets. Running on Bluetooth 4.0, the unit transmits
data within 10m. It supports 1 to 8GB eMMC. The 80mAh battery
yields nearly five hours talk, four hours play and 120 hours standby
times.

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Sports bra with heart rate sensor
The HRM305A model from Wiselink Technology Ltd is a smart
sports bra with a built-in sensor for monitoring the users heart
rate. Running on Bluetooth 4.0, the product has a transmission
distance of 100ft. It is compatible with iOS and Android
smartphones, and comes with free fitness apps.

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Smart belt counts burned calories


Wiselink Technology Ltd offers the model HRM-304D smart
belt that can count burned calories and monitor heart rate. The
Bluetooth 4.0-enabled product is fitted with a low-power lithium
battery. It works with most fitness apps, including Endomondo,
Runkeeper and Strava. Product dimensions are 58x30x7mm.

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IPX4 water resistance


Zhongshan K-mate General Electronics Co. Ltds model BTH090
Bluetooth 4.1 stereo earphones have an IPX4 water resistance
rating. The sports earphones adopt HSP, HFP, A2DP and AVRCP.
Voice prompts and wideband speech are also supported. Talk and
music playing time are up to eight hours. The 13.7x13.7x18.3mm
model runs on a 130mAh battery.
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Chronos makes any watch smart
Smart watches have their enthusiasts, as can be
seen from the successful crowdfunding campaign of
multiple Pebble watches and the estimated
7 million Apple Watchesout in the wild. Even so,
smart watch adoption has been slower than many
would like as consumers are waiting for something
with longer battery life, robust functionality and
beauty.Chronosseeks to alleviate this pain point for
some consumers by converting their current dumb
watch into a smart watch using a magnetic disc that Chronos is ideal for those who do not want to leave
sticks to the back. behind their most stylish traditional watch but would
also appreciate the functions of a smart band. Fitness
The Chronos acts more like a smart band than a tracking is an especially growing market with many
fully functional smart watch. It is capable of fitness dedicated devices, even ones like Jawbone that do not
tracking and vibration for notifications, and includes include a screen, available for just this task. The device
multicolored LED lights around the edge to give does add a little bulk under the watch, according
users visual cues about their notifications. Users to early reviews, but it apparently fits well onlarger
can select what colors correlate with which apps watchesand those withleather straps.
using the Chronos iOS app so they do not have to
guess what the notification is for. An Android app is There will no doubt be many manufacturers
expected by the time the device launches this year. attempting to emulate this kind of function for less
A simple push down on the watch will dismiss the than the $99 that Chronos is charging. Xiaomi appears
notification. It has all the necessities of a smart watch, to think it can offer a quality fitness tracker forabout
but users who want a touch interface or want to be $16. The key for Chronos and successful competitors,
able to give voice commands to their watch will find though,will likely be subtle and elegant hardware
it lacking. combined with smart and feature-rich software.

Whos buying smart watches?


About68 percent of smart watch ownersare surveyed, 67 percent of smart watch owners were male
between 25 and 49 years old, with notifications while 58 percent of smart band owners were female.
and health tracking as the primary usage drivers, This also means women are spending less money on
according to data compiled by Kantar Worldpanel. these wearables, as 70 percent of smart band owners
spent no more than $150 on their wearable.
The company surveyed nearly 11,000 people aged
16 and older, asking whether they owned smart Notifications and health tracking were the most
watches and how they used them. While the survey popular uses of smart watches and smart bands.
found that only 3 percent of the US population owns Men prefer using the devices for notifications much
a smart watch or a smart band, it also revealed some more, with 65 percent employing the feature daily
interesting demographic data about the buyers. compared with 48 percent of women. The latter
segment is more likely to use health tracking,
About 34 percent of smart watch buyers are 25 to 34 however, with 46 percent using the feature daily
years old and another 34 percent are 35 to 49. Smart versus 34 percent of men. Men were a little more
band owners skew a little younger, with 33 percent likely to use fitness tracking specifically, with a ratio of
in the 25 to 34 range and 29 percent in the 34 to 40 percent of men versus 37 percent of women using
49 range. It also turns out that women prefer smart it daily. It is also notable that 57 percent of owners
bands while men choose smart watches. Among those used their devices for mobile payments.
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Wearable shipments increase 172% in 2015
Wearable shipmentsjumped 126.9 percentyear-over- 258.5 percent in the fourth quarter and saw a 951.8
year in the fourth quarter of 2015, IDC reports. percent increase in 2015 overall.

Vendors shipped 27.4 million units in the said period, Xiaomis growth allowed it to narrowly beat out Apple
with gains from sales of fitness trackers and the in market share for the year, with 15.4 percent to Apples
Apple Watch. Throughout 2015, vendors shipped 14.9 percent. Fitbit had the most market share at 26.9
78.1 million units, an increase of 171.6 percent over percent in 2015 and 29.5 percent in the fourth quarter.
2014.
Once again, Xiaomi is showing thatlow-cost China
The new strong interest in wearables indicates more fitness bandshave a place in the wearables market. In
mass-market appeal than has previously been seen fact, low cost might be a feature of smart bands.
in this segment. It shows that wearables are not just
for the technophiles and early adopters; wearables For consumers looking for some very minimal
can exist and are welcome in the mass market, IDC activity tracking, the value proposition of more
research manager Ramon Llamas said. expensive wearable devices might not sound
appealing. Fitbit does occupy a middle ground,
The growth in fitness bands and activity trackers though, between the extreme budget devices from
follows previous trends showing the biggest interest Xiaomi and the expensive, premium Apple Watch.
in wearables is for health-tracking features. Still, some Fitbit trackers sell for under $100, which is
much less than the Apple Watch. It might not match
Consumers seem to be more open to trying out basic the $15 Mi Band, but the price could be perceived
fitness bands for a low price such as the Mi Band from as fair given Fitbits well-known brand and good
Xiaomi. The companys wearable shipments grew reviews.

Samsung makes SoC for health-tracking wearables


Samsung has created a kind ofsystem on a chip
for wearablesthat is able to track health data. The
product is called the Bio-Processor, and is now being
mass produced. It includes analog front-end or AFE
and power management ICs, an MCU, DSP and eFlash
memory. With everything embedded on a single
chip, it can process five different biometric signals,
according to vice president of marketing Ben K. Hur.
So Samsung has created a more efficient chip for
wearables that can monitor health without the need
for external processing parts.
temperature and stress level.
Do wearables need their own unique SoC? It could be
beneficial to have a base set of sensors used across This is another useful innovation but may take time
such devices. It could also mean more consistent for other suppliers to match. China chipmakers such
results if these chips become the norm. Samsung as Rockchip and Allwinner have been able to make
said the AFEs included arebioelectrical impedance headway getting their SoCs into cheaper devices,
analysis,photoplethysmogram,electrocardiogram, but they are still outcompeted in R&D by major
skin temperature andgalvanic skin response. industry players, including Qualcomm, Samsung and
These ICs are used to measure body fat, and MediaTek. It may not be long before China companies
skeletal muscle mass, heart rate, heart rhythm, skin start to produce similar chips, though.
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Buyer demand trends on GlobalSources.com

Medical & healthcare wearables


Buyer demand trends are taken from buyer and supplier activity in the featured product group on GlobalSources.com
in the month preceding publication of this magazine.
Buyer requests track total inquiries from our independently verified worldwide community of more than 1 million buyers.
Product profiles represent the total number of unique products available from export-ready suppliers in our easily
searchable catalogs.
New product postings indicate the number of new product profiles added to our website by suppliers during the period.
For these and thousands of other categories, visit Global Sources online and sign up for Product Alerts to receive the latest
supplier postings. Use the websites Product Search function to find hundreds of products and send inquiries directly to
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Top buyer requests Top product profiles Top new product postings
Health monitoring Health monitoring Health monitoring
wristbands 63.8% 50.7% 72.2%
wristbands wristbands
Activity & sleep Activity & sleep Activity & sleep
26.3% 20.7% 17.8%
trackers trackers trackers
Smart Strapless heart
Smart rate monitor
16.1% 4.4%
thermometers 4.5% thermometers watches
Strapless heart Strapless heart Chest strap heart
rate monitor 3.7% rate monitor 7.0% rate monitor 3.3%
watches watches watches
Chest strap heart Chest strap heart Smart
rate monitor 1.3% rate monitor 4.1% 2.2%
watches watches thermometers
Medical ID Medical ID
0.1%
necklaces bracelets 0.7%
Wearable pulse Wearable pulse
oximeters 0.1% oximeters 0.4%
Medical ID Heart rate
bracelets
0.1% monitor rings 0.2%
Heart rate Medical ID
monitor rings
0.1% necklaces 0.1%

Percent of all online activity for this product group


Buyer inquiries by region
Fujian Beijing
5% 1%

Guangdong
94%

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Buyer demand trends on GlobalSources.com

Sports & fitness wearables


Buyer demand trends are taken from buyer and supplier activity in the featured product group on GlobalSources.com
in the month preceding publication of this magazine.
Buyer requests track total inquiries from our independently verified worldwide community of more than 1 million buyers.
Product profiles represent the total number of unique products available from export-ready suppliers in our easily
searchable catalogs.
New product postings indicate the number of new product profiles added to our website by suppliers during the period.
For these and thousands of other categories, visit Global Sources online and sign up for Product Alerts to receive the latest
supplier postings. Use the websites Product Search function to find hundreds of products and send inquiries directly to
verified exporters.

Top buyer requests Top product profiles Top new product postings
GPS watch GPS watch GPS watch
trackers 72.7% trackers 43.7% 54.2%
trackers
Pedometer Headband Pedometer
20.8% headphones 27.1% 28.0%
sports watches sports watches
Headband Pedometer Wearable
6.1% 25.9% 8.5%
headphones sports watches smart socks
Wearable 0.2% Electric heated Headband
2.1% 7.6%
smart socks jackets headphones
Tech-powered Wearable
sports apparel 0.1% smart socks 0.6% Sensor footwear 1.7%

Electric heated
0.1% Sensor footwear 0.4%
jackets
Tech-powered
Sensor footwear 0.1% sports apparel 0.2%

Percent of all online activity for this product group


Buyer inquiries by region
Hong Kong
Fujian 5%
10%

Guangdong
85%

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