BLE devices use Bluetooth technology to communicate wirelessly over short distances and are designed to consume very little power. They are commonly used in low energy-consuming applications such as fitness trackers and heart rate monitors, including Apple Watch, WHOOP, Wear OS watches, POLAR Heart Rate Sensors, GARMIN, and WAHOO Tickr. Check our support page for the full list of Vex Live supported devices.
Smartwatches typically use BLE to communicate with smartphones, requiring pairing between the two.
Heart rate streaming, a common feature in fitness trackers and smartwatches, allows BLE devices to stream heart rate data in real-time. To use this feature, the BLE device needs to be paired with a compatible device, such as a smartphone or tablet, that can display or store the data for later analysis.
BLE devices with HR streaming functionality can be a useful tool for fitness enthusiasts to monitor heart rate during physical activity and optimize their workouts for better health and fitness.