lakala crosses boundaries smart bracelet becomes first step in intelligent hardware
Recently, the popular show 'Crossover Singer' has a segment that draws attention by testing the real-time heart rate of singers. For Chen Jianbin, whose heart rate spiked to 140, it was definitely an exhilarating journey. For someone who regularly wears a wristband, the question arises: which wristband is he using?
I really have to thank Codoon for letting me get my hands on this mysterious wristband—the Lakala Crossover Wristband (Business Edition). To be honest, when I received this wristband, I was already prepared to completely replace my Xiaomi Wristband Optical Edition. Touchscreen operation has become a popular trend for most wristbands nowadays. I've also experienced and used wristbands like Xiaomi 2, Bong, and Lifesense before, so I consider myself a beginner enthusiast for wristbands!
The Lakala wristband actually comes in various colors, which might be its unique feature compared to other wristbands. The colorful options give you more choices. The wristband I tested this time is the black business edition, which is relatively low-key. The color mainly changes on the wristband, and since it uses a detachable wristband, it offers more combinations.
Wristbands like Xiaomi and Bong require you to remove the chip for charging. Lifesense and Lakala, on the other hand, allow you to charge via USB by removing the wristband. This eliminates the hassle of charging cables; you can plug it directly into a computer or use a phone charger. The first time I tried to remove the wristband, it didn't come off easily, indicating its sturdiness. One side of the Lakala wristband is USB, while the other side requires a code input for binding.
The wristband screen mainly displays the following items: date and time, steps, calories, heart rate, and sleep time. You can display these by touching the yellow circle on the wristband, similar to Xiaomi 2. Wristbands like Bong display these data in a loop.
Additional Control Display
Besides the screen controls, the app allows you to set target steps, alarms, call notifications, and sedentary reminders (Xiaomi Optical can't set sedentary reminders). You can also view the data displayed on the screen. I don't see much difference here since the data is generally the same. However, I have to complain a bit about the Lakala wristband's screen display; the font color makes it hard to see in daylight.
The protection level reaches IP67, which means it can completely prevent dust and be used in water for over 30 minutes (non-pressurized). Although this isn't the wristband's biggest highlight, it shows Lakala's dedication to quality.
Each app has its own characteristics. For example, Bong mainly records sports data, while Xiaomi connects to other smart hardware and its own store. Lakala focuses more on its financial features, which I'll discuss next.
This is Lakala's biggest highlight and the main feature I want to discuss. Given its strong financial and credit capabilities, Lakala offers more than just sports tracking. Its crossover nature leverages its strengths.
With its strong financial background, Lakala's app includes a credit and financial section. It offers features like repayment, loans based on credit (including 'Repay for You', 'Easy Installments', and 'Employee Loans'), and financial management in collaboration with banks.
These features are built on a credit-based financial system, and more financial functions may be introduced in the future.
This is another highlight. Previously, mobile payments were popular, and now they've been integrated into smart hardware!
The public transport card function is excellent. I've lost or broken my transport card countless times, and replacing it is a hassle. With this wristband, you can bind your bank card to purchase a transport card (first purchase is free) and enjoy discounts like 20% off after spending 100 and 50% off after spending 150. I've only used the Beijing transport card, so I can't speak for other regions.
You can also bind your bank card for quick payments. Currently, I haven't seen places that accept Lakala payments. Due to the dominance of WeChat and Alipay in offline payments, Lakala's payment feature hasn't stood out yet. I know some places support JD Finance payments, so this is a competitive field!
Summary:After using this wristband for about three weeks, I find it has many highlights and performs well in the smart wristband market. One minor issue is the screen display, which isn't very clear for someone with poor eyesight. However, the crossover wristband leverages its strong background, making it worth looking forward to in the future!