Technology & AI
Wyze moved the screen on its new smart scale to the handle so it’s easier to read at eye level
Source: The Verge · Published
The scale features a conductive indium tin oxide (ITO) coated glass surface so it can take BIA measurements no matter where your feet are positioned. | Image: Wyze Wyze announced a new version of its Ultra BodyScan smart scale that debuted nearly a year ago with additional electr
The scale features a conductive indium tin oxide (ITO) coated glass surface so it can take BIA measurements no matter where your feet are positioned. | Image: Wyze Wyze announced a new version of its Ultra BodyScan smart scale that debuted nearly a year ago with additional electrodes on a retractable handle, allowing it to provide a breakdown of various health metrics across your arms, legs, and torso. With the new Ultra BodyScan Plus, Wyze is introducing a redesign that moves the scale's 4.3-inch customizable color screen to the retractable handle so all the measurements are now displayed closer to eye level.
The Wyze Scale Ultra BodyScan Plus is available starting today for $149 through Wyze's online store in black or white color options. That makes it about $30 more expensive than the $119.98 Ultra … Read the full story at The Verge.
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