inPulse
Hardware
smartwatch
SHOW HN2011
How HN took it
18 positive, 42 neutral or asking, 5 mixed, 29 critical, out of 94 comments about the project. Thread score -0.07.
Idea: 9 for, 4 againstDesign: 1 for, 10 againstPerformance: 1 for, 6 againstExecution: 2 for, 2 againstPrivacy: 0 for, 3 against
The thread, comment by comment
Each row is a top-level comment and its replies, in HN's order. Select a cell to open that comment on HN.
positive neutral or mixed critical about another commenter or something else the maker
What HN said
What people liked
Cool hackable hardware, impressive small-scale manufacturing
From 3 comments
Awesome!!!! They even look good too. I might think about getting one and whip up an Android library for people to use. Question to anyone reading this. What would be a good use…
markszcz on HNI'm not purchasing one, but it's way cool that you got these things out there. I look at most stuff on HN and think "hey, I could build that!". I look at this and I think "wow,…
mrkurt on HNThis is mind blowing. Any plans for iOS support? Jailbreak or otherwise?
jonny_eh on HN
Attractive design and Bluetooth features
From 2 comments
Awesome!!!! They even look good too. I might think about getting one and whip up an Android library for people to use. Question to anyone reading this. What would be a good use…
markszcz on HNWow, I love it! Seems like a great gadget; I'll be purchasing one.
EricR9 on HN
Objections
Cloud compile service sends code to external server
From 2 comments
This is a very hacker-unfriendly device. I wouldn't buy one. The SDK's compilation tool doesn't invoke a compiler; it uploads your code to a service running off of…
cstone on HNSo is there a reason you have to send the code to an external server to compile it? Would like to be able to use this a year or so down the line if your server isn't around or is…
Bossman on HN
Only one button makes navigation hard
From 3 comments
Ok first question: Why only one button? Two would have been really nice for most things (like back and forward in powerpoint/itunes). Edit: Another one: Why don't you ship…
growt on HNFew comments: * Your 3rd video is the most presentable one and best intro, make it on top. * The screen seems not be a touch-screen since not mentioned in features. So seems like…
fuzzythinker on HNSeems pretty cool! I laughed though at "intuitive one button interface" where the guy pushes it a few times, then he holds it in to do another function.
ernestipark on HN
Shipping limited to US and Canada
From 2 comments
Ok first question: Why only one button? Two would have been really nice for most things (like back and forward in powerpoint/itunes). Edit: Another one: Why don't you ship…
growt on HNI've had this page bookmarked for months, waiting to be able to order it (back when it was just designed as a bluetooth extension to blackberry devices). Petty about US/CA…
corin_ on HN
Watch is too large and not stylish enough
From 2 comments
The devices look cool from a technical perspective. It could use a few more sensors (GPS, gyro/movement, temp, etc.) but I'm sure that will come. The only problem, I think, is…
rmah on HNFew comments: * Your 3rd video is the most presentable one and best intro, make it on top. * The screen seems not be a touch-screen since not mentioned in features. So seems like…
fuzzythinker on HN
Limited usefulness versus smartphones
From 2 comments
I'm puzzled to see such resoundingly positive feedback here. Props for the hard work on building this product out. However, in a world of smart phones I can't imagine ever using…
wpeterson on HNI don't really see the point of having a watch nowadays. I usually just look at my phone for the time. This watch seems to do some of the stuff a standard smartphone does, but is…
moomba on HN
Requests
Touchscreen option
From 2 comments
+ touchscreen for +$100 and I'd buy.
chbrown on HNFew comments: * Your 3rd video is the most presentable one and best intro, make it on top. * The screen seems not be a touch-screen since not mentioned in features. So seems like…
fuzzythinker on HN
Support for other countries
From 2 comments
Some love for Other countries, please
bgowttamen on HNhow can i get one in germany?
fxj on HN
iPhone/iOS support
From 3 comments
iPhone/iPad/iOS compatible?
tlrobinson on HNThis is mind blowing. Any plans for iOS support? Jailbreak or otherwise?
jonny_eh on HNI would buy this right now if it worked with iPhones. I love my iPhone, but Apple's restrictive policies are really starting to get to me.
modeless on HN
More buttons or sensors
From 2 comments
Looks very nice. If it had a couple more buttons, it would be great for a workout tracker. Give it more buttons and I'll buy it.
yummyfajitas on HNWhat are the dimensions? (I'd love an accelerometer - sure you guys are well aware of the possibilities)
samlittlewood on HN
Questions
Battery life
From 2 comments
Oh man, this looks /really/ cool. but the battery life? that's going to be a problem. I had a Matsucom brand OnHandPc back in the day, and it'd last a few weeks on a set of…
lsc on HNhmmm, I am interested in seeing more detailed battery life information including for more "active" use.
Rhapso on HN
Water resistance
From 1 comment
I didn't see this anywhere on your website: is the watch water-resistant? I know you're focused on the programmable aspects of the watch but to me this is important information.
Yeroc on HN
Bluetooth range
From 1 comment
Any idea how big the range of the bluetooth is? I'm curious how far away I can be from the other device I'd like to communicate with.
johnrob on HN
Alternatives named
EZ430 Chronos watch
From 1 comment
For comparison: Texas Instruments sell something called the EZ430 Chronos watch, which has a much lower-res display, a proprietary RF protocol with a USB transceiver, and a bunch…
JonnieCache on HN
Timex Datalink
From 1 comment
This is very cool. I own a few Timex Datalink watches which are also programmable. Timex recently discontinued the Datalink and they're already becoming very hard to find. I…
wvenable on HN
Sony Ericsson LiveView
From 1 comment
There is a similar product, Sony Ericsson LiveView, which can be worn as a wristwatch and paired with an Android phone:…
thisisfmu on HN
Dynawa
From 1 comment
I'm surprised nobody here has mentioned Dynawa, yet. http://www.dynawa.org/
gonzo on HN