BodyMedia Fitness Armband Gets a Fashion Upgrade

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Andrea Smith
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BodyMedia Fitness Armband Gets a Fashion Upgrade

LAS VEGAS -- If you shy away from fitness trackers because you don't like how they look on your body or hanging from your clothes, you might take a look at the new BodyMedia Core 2.

It was on display at the International CES where we got to take a look at the new device. Now, with the addition of some new accessories, it looks more like arm candy.

Gwen Smith with BodyMedia says the face of the new sensor is smaller, about the size of an iPod nano, with an optional strap that has heart rate sensors in it.

There are interchangeable faceplates to choose from as well so you literally dress your tracker to match your style. They've also added a black face and strap to appeal to a more masculine audience. The BodyMedia, like other fitness devices, lets you upload data right to its app or online software. It also integrates with other fitness apps like Runkeeper and My FitnessPal.

There's no price for the new Core 2 monitor yet, but expect it to run between $119 and $149 when it launches.

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