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Not only does the HEM-780N3 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor utilize Omron’s patented IntelliSense technology, but it also features the innovative Comfit Cuff. The ComFit Cuff is pre-formed for a quick and proper fit that is perfect for both medium and large-sized arms (nine to 17 inches). It’s easy to apply the cuff to your arm without any assistance — simply wrap the cuff around your arm and press start. In seconds your blood pressure and pulse are displayed on the large digital panel. Proven time and time again, Omron’s IntelliSense technology ensures accurate, clinically-proven, and comfortable readings. And with a 90-memory recall with date and time stamp, you can track your blood pressure and pulse progress as your work towards a healthier lifestyle.

Product Features

* Cleared by the FDA to help detect morning hypertension
* IntelliSense monitor inflates cuff to the ideal level with each use
* Large digital panel displays blood pressure and pulse readings
* Cuff fits arms 9 to 17 inches in circumference
* Main unit measures 5.16 x 3.31 x 6.09 inches (WxHxD)

Customer feedback:

1. I haven’t had the chance to conpare this unit to the readings at the doctors office (taking them at the same time). But I have taken readings at the drug store and then 5 min later taking it at home. It does seem to give true readings. They has never been any really off readings. No wild swings.
It is very easy to use and comes with good instructions and a nice carrying case. Makes it easy to take on vacation with you. AC adapter makes it where you don’t have to worry about dead batteries.

2. Just received, put it together and checked BP without even readng the instructions. Compared to a manual reading, accurate with in 6mm hg. Even comes with batteries. Over all a great monitor and one I would recommend for my patients.

The lightweight, portable HEM-629 Portable Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor measures blood pressure and pulse from the wrist with completely automatic inflation and deflation. Operation is as simple as pushing a button. Simply wrap the cuff around your wrist and press the “START” button. In seconds, your blood pressure and pulse rate appear on the large, easy to read digital display. Cuff fits wrists 5-1/4 to 7-3/4 in circumference. Outer Dimensions - Approximately 1-1/2H x 3 x 3. Includes instruction manual, carrying case. Limited five year warranty

Product Features

* Fourteen memory storage
* Watch style design
* Powered by 2 AAA batteries (included)
* Battery Life - Approximately one year when used once a day for two minutes
* Weight - Approximately five ounces with batteries

Customer feedback:

1. A doctor and myself measured readings done manually and readings done by this little machine, and found either way to be only a couple of numbers different.
My mom loves it, and we found the same model on Amazon for alot cheaper than 100.00. I have had poor experiences with another wrist blood pressure monitor that was 39.99. This little Omron is quick, easy, and correct. Some of it’s features: If you move your arm while you take the blood pressure, it shows an E for error. The batteries last about three motnhs. On this model, there is no battery indicator. It stores over 10 blood pressure readings. It also measures the pulse. There’s no date or time stamp, but I didn’t have good luck with the model with that feature.
To me, every house should have one of these cuffs, not the cheaper priced cuffs that donot work. I’ve used it at home and at work consistently, and I will buy the exact same cuff again. I hope Omron doesn’t stop making them.

2. This is a great product. My stepfather has developed very thin skin as he has gotten older and has to have his BP taken frequently every day. The regular arm cuff has caused quite a bit of damage to his arm. This cuff is around the wrist where the skin is a little thicker, thus saving his skin and not having to worry about infections to his upper arm. Also love the large digits on the screen. He is much happier and more willing to have his BP taken now. Thank you, Omron!

Not only does the HEM-637 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor utilize Omron’s patented IntelliSense technology, but it also features the innovative Advanced Positioning Sensor (APS). With the APS system, this wrist unit will ensure correct cuff placement before your blood pressure is taken. The monitor is incredibly easy to use — simply wrap the cuff around your wrist, press start, and let the APS system guide the cuff to the proper placement at heart level. In seconds, your blood pressure and pulse are displayed on the large digital screen. Proven time and time again, Omron’s IntelliSense technology ensures accurate, clinically-proven, and comfortable readings. And with a 90 memory recall you can track your blood pressure and pulse progress as you work towards a healthier lifestyle.
There are several easy steps to taking your blood pressure with this monitor. First of all, avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement. Stress raises blood pressure, so avoid taking measurements during stressful times. Also, measurements should be taken in a quiet place. You should be in a relaxed, seated position with your feet flat on the floor. Before you take your measurement, rest comfortably in a relaxed environment for at least 15 minutes.

Product Features

* Automatic wrist monitor is the simplest way to take blood pressure readings at home
* IntelliSense monitor inflates cuff to the ideal level with each use
* Large digital panel displays blood pressure and pulse readings
* Cuff fits arms 9 to 13 inches in circumference
* Main unit measures 3 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches (WxHxD), not including wrist cuff

Customer feedback:

1. I’ve never needed to use a blood pressure monitor before so I was a bit unsure about it. Once I figured out the correct arm position, using this monitor is very easy.

2. I’ve never needed to use a blood pressure monitor before so I was a bit unsure about it. Once I figured out the correct arm position, using this monitor is very easy. It keeps a log of readings that I can take in to my doctor. The readings are very consistent. I would definitely recommend this product.

The Omron HBF-400 Fat Loss Monitor with Scale is the perfect way to track your weight loss goals, thanks to its fast, accurate measurement of weight, body fat percentage, and body mass index (BMI). Just step on the HBF-400 and in seconds you’ll have much of the information that’s vital to any weight loss or weight maintenance program.
The HBF-400 supports up to four personal profiles, so each member of your family can track their own measurements independently. Plus, an easy-to-read and large digital display makes it a snap to get the information you need. The weight display measures weight up to 330 pounds in .2-pound increments, while body fat percentage can be measured from 5 to 60 percent in .1 percent increments.
One of the keys to weight loss and management is tracking your body mass index, or BMI. The HBF-400 rates your BMI from 7.0 to 90.0 in .1 increments. BMI is classified at three levels: underweight, normal, overweight, and obese.

Product Features
Size: HBF-400

* Provides accurate measurement of weight, body fat percentage, and body mass index (BMI)
* Supports up to four personal profiles, so each member of your family can track their own measurements
* BMI classified at three levels: underweight, normal, overweight, and obese
* Provides measurements for people of nearly all heights (3′4″ to 6′ 6-3/4″) and nearly all ages (10 to 79 years)
* Measures 12.2 x 11.8 x 2.1 inches (L x W x H)

Customer feedback:

1. As a scale the Omron HBF-500 is excellent. It is consistent, in tests with my wife and I (who are more than 100 pounds different in weight) the scale gave the same weight each of 5 times in a row that we stepped on it. So it is consistent. I am a nurse and weighed myself on our calibrated scales and found that this scale weighed me 0.5 pounds heavier than the hospital one, which can be explained by the glass of water I drank when I got home. So it is both consistent and accurate.
So what about the body fat monitor: As to the accuracy of the monitor I cannot speak. However, it is very consistent, much more consistent than the experience that I have had with the handheld-only monitors from Omron. The scale will calculate your percent body fat & your percent skeletal muscle. It will also give you a reading of your visceral body fat, which is a better indicator of your health risk associated with body fat (visceral body fat is the fat which is inside your body surrounding your organs, which subcutaneous fat is the fat that we all see just under our skin). Using these calculations and the user-defined height, weight, and age data that you enter, it will give you your resting metabolic energy needs for the day to give you an idea of how much you should be eating to lose weight in a healthy manner.

2. I originally ordered a Tanita scale and it stopped working within two weeks. (Amazon, of course, took it back with no problems.) I was so glad when the Omron scale arrived. It costs less than the Tanita but the quality is much higher. The numbers on it are very large and easy to read. Also, it is much easier to place your feet properly than on the Tanita. I can’t wait to try all the features. By the way, I weighed myself over and over and my weight only varied .2 lbs. as promised. Great deal for the money!!!

The Omron HBF-306C Body Fat Analyzer measures your body fat with a gentle, micro electrical current — don’t worry, you won’t feel it. The key to long-term exercise success is accurate body fat composition measurement. This handheld body fat analyzer is an affordable and easy way to measure your body fat in the privacy of your own home. After inputting the data, a measurement can be started by simply holding the grip electrodes and pressing the start button. And since the analyzer is built with a nine person profile memory, each member of your family or team can track the success of their individual exercise routines.
The HBF-306C features two modes — athlete and normal — for accurate results. The device is a breeze to use, and it returns measurement results in seven seconds for both Bi method (Bioelectrical Impedance Method) and BMI (Body Mass Index). The unit displays the measured value of your body fat percentage through the BMI method, and indicates the body mass in for ranges from low, normal, high, and very high according to the BMI value.

Product Features

* Analyzer measures your body fat with a gentle, micro electrical current
* Two modes — athletic and normal — provide accurate results based on your exercise regiment
* Delivers measurement results for Bi method (Bioelectrical Impedance Method) and BMI (Body Mass Index)
* Delivers results in approximately seven seconds
* Features a nine person memory profile for the whole family

Customer feedback:

1. This is a great hand held body fat analyzer. Very accurate, consistent readings and very user friendly. It takes about one minute to set up the personal information that it needs and takes a few seconds to get the body fat readings, very fast.

2. If you’re trying to maintain a healthy weight - or reach one - then a fat monitor can be key. Being 150 pounds and 50% fat is much different than being 150 pounds at 20% fat! If you haven’t used an electronic fat monitor before, here is how they work. You enter your height and weight. This gives the monitor a rough idea of how long an electrical current should take to go in one end of you and out the other. Then you hold two plates in your hands, and it sends a quick electrical message in one hand and out the other. It doesn’t hurt at all - you can’t feel it at all. But by tracking the speed of the signal, the monitor knows how dense your body is. That tells it what percentage of you is fat, and what percentage is other stuff (muscle, water, etc.)
How is this helpful? Well, your aim as you lose weight is to be less and less fat. Fat is large, unhealthy and bulky. Muscle is slim and actively burns calories. Don’t think of gaining muscle as bulking up like Conan. Think of it as gaining lean active muscle like a ballerina or a dancer. It means you can climb stairs more easily, lift items more easily, and your overall shape will be much slimmer.

With the VOIP 321 you can make free Skype calls as well as normal landline calls. You can make and take calls on both networks from one single handset, and you can see who is on-line without going to the PC, just by looking at the display.

Features

* Free calls worldwide via Skype to any other Skype users: With Skype you can enjoy making free calls all over the world to any other Skype users. Skype, SkypeOut are trademarks of Skype Limited. Windows XP/2000 through Broadband. PC should be switched on and Skype connected.
* Direct Skype key to access your contacts list: With a single press on the Skype key, you can directly access your Skype contacts list. The list of the users currently logged on to Skype is displayed and you can see their online status. This Skype key also enables you to take the line (once the contact selected) and to make a Skype call (Skype & SkypeOut).
* Skype conference calls with several friends
* Make or take calls via Skype
* Make or take calls via landline
* Low rate call cost on standard phone numbers via SkypeOut
* Skype contacts list accessible anywhere at home
* As easy to use as a standard cordless phone

Customer feedback:

1. Great sound quality and even better range this phone works much better than I imagined. The phone has a feel of quality. The only thing wrong with this phone is that the computer needs to be on for it to run Skype and there are phones out there than run independent of the computer but their not for me because they make Skype the default connection over the landline phone.

2. I’ve had this phone for about 2 months and use it daily as my substitute for a phone. I only have a pay-as-you-go phone for a ‘real phone’ so I spend about 15-120 minutes daily on this VOIP phone using Skype. It has been spectacular. After the brief installation, it was set to go. I simply activate the software each time I boot up my computer (double-click on the icon I placed on the desktop), let the software and Skype start up for about 15-30 seconds, and then I’m off to call whomever I want with SkypeOut. [For reference, I’m running on Windows XP SP2.]
Sound quality has been excellent on both my ends, which has been my main issue with hardware with Skype. I have had 3 different microphones and one USB Skype phone for over a year prior to getting this phone and they offered a range of sound quality with the most notable differences on the other end (could they understand me or not? I could always understand them). With this phone, there haven’t been sound issues. It isn’t the best but it is at the higher end of the spectrum of what I’ve used.

The Philips VOIP841 is the first completely independent DECT cordless phone that lets you make Skype calls without a PC. And with the added flexibility of letting you connect your land line, this phone can take care of all your calling needs. The Philips VOIP841 is a self-contained unit that requires no installation of software or connection to a computer; simply plug the base into any power outlet in your house, connect it to your broadband connection, and you can start making free Skype telephone calls right away. (To make Skype calls, you must open a Skype account. A Skype account is not included with this phone.)
And by simply plugging your home telephone line into the VOIP841, this phone can double as your everyday landline, giving you the ultimate in convenience.

Technical Details

* Stand-alone cordless phone lets you make Skype phone calls without a computer
* Can also be used as a traditional phone with a landline for extra convenience
* Full-color display and 4-way directional pad makes navigation simple
* Handset can store up to 500 Skype phonebook entries
* Phone has up to 12 hours of talk time and 120 hours of standby on single charge

Customer feedback:

1. If you hate paying the phone company a ton of money for calls you probably aren’t going to make, Skype is a great service. You can make unlimited phone calls within the U.S. and Canada for just under $30. Out of country calls are extremely cheap. For example, I can call the U.K. for a bit over 2 cents per minute. So having a telephone you can count on to make reasonably good calls is critical. The Philips VOIP841 is not a perfect solution. The sound quality is somewhere between a cell phone and a land line. It’s a bit better than the former and not nearly as good as the latter.
But for making and receiving calls from family and friends, it’s great. And it will pay for itself quickly and save you a ton of money on your phone bill. I even use mine for business calls overseas and many times within the U.S. With Skype, you can make conference calls. So business users will find this of interest. Although the phone allows you to make Skype or land line calls, the land line is no better or worse than the Skype line. In fact, I believe the Skype calls may be somewhat better on this phone.

2. When I first got this phone, I had both a land line and Skype. I have since dropped the land line because I’m more than happy with the Skype service, especially due to how much $$ it’s saving me (a ton, by the way). As Skype will tell you, they recommend you keep a land line, because Skype does not work with 911. I have a cell phone which works with 911, so I’m less worried about that and I live in a condo with lots of people around me. If 911 service is of a concern, then you might want to keep the land line. When you place a call the phone will ask you if you want it to go through the land line or Skype. FYI, someone wrote that they were still asked that even though they didn’t have a land line, but I was able to change the settings and now the phone always uses Skype.

The GE28310EE1 phone comes with Skype P2P (peer-to-peer) software on a computer processor chip built into the base of the phone, enabling the system to function without connecting to a PC.The GE28310EE1 delivers full Skype support, sending and receiving Skype/VoIP calls as well as standard PSTN calls, while permitting conferencing of up to four VoIP users. The phone features DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless Technology), which delivers calls of exceptional voice quality without the static, pops, hiss and buzz which severely hinder the performance of most wireless home and small office telephones.The GE28310EE1 telephone has many enhanced features, which serve both traditional phone line and Skype calling. These include polyphonic + midi melody ringtones for custom ID of incoming callers as well as a 200-entry phone address book that can sync up with the consumer’s computer.

Technical Details

* Call Waiting/CallerID
* No PC rquired - Handset speakerphone
* Expandable up to 4 handsets
* Color LCD - Melody ringtones
* WiFi Friendly - Make standard & internet calls

Customer feedback:

1. I have owned this phone for about 3 weeks now, and my review is based on my experience with it in that time. First off, the setup was a snap. It took less than five minutes to get the phone up and running (and perhaps another 20 to complete the optional firmware update). Setup consists of connecting the base station to your internet router and to an electrical outlet, then configuring the hand unit for your Skype account. Additional tinkering was necessary to customize the features to my liking, but I found the interface fairly user friendly and this process was also easy.
While user friendly, the interface is definitely the weakest aspect of the phone. It is slow and a bit clunky. There are noticeable pauses while switching between screens and especially when scrolling through contacts. The refresh rate on the color LCD screen is slow enough that when it scrolls a long contact name across the screen, the letters become significantly blurred and almost impossible to read. Additionally, it requires several clicks to view missed calls and access voicemails (e.g. Menu -> History -> Voicemail -> Options -> Play).

2. We got this phone to get rid of our landline. Installataion was very easy. Speaker function works well! We love it! We don’t have to use our computer to talk people.

The Linksys CIT400 Dual-Mode Cordless Phone with Skype is part of the iPhone family of products that use the Internet to enhance the way you communicate. The CIT400 is a full-featured cordless phone that provides an easy way to take advantage of Skype Internet calling as well as place calls over your normal phone line (PSTN) from a single device. No PC required! Just sign into your Skype account from the handset, and your contacts and their availability are displayed on your color screen. Advanced DECT cordless technology won’t interfere with 802.11 wireless networks. Dual-Mode capability lets you choose whether to make calls over a standard telephone line or with Skype. Just select who you want to talk to from your contact list on your handset and get ready to talk.
The Linksys CIT400 also allows you to choose to make calls to other Skype users or over your existing standard telephone line. You’ll get the convenience of a cordless phone and all its features, plus the high-quality voice reception integrated right into your Skype handset–no computer is required.

# Model: CIT400
# Handset frequency bands: 1920-1930 MHz
# Standards: DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication Standard)
# Speech coding: 32Kbps ADPCM
# Distance range: 300 meters outdoor, 50 meters indoor
# Number of channels: 5 channels
# Standby/talktime: 120 hours/6 hours
# Display: 4K color LCD with 128 x 128 pixels
# Power: 2 x AA 750mAh NiMH rechargeable batteries
# Base station ports: Ethernet 10/100 (RJ45), Line (RJ11)

Customer feedback:

1. I always wanted to have the stand alone Skype phone, and the reason I waited and did not jump on the “mobile-like ones” was the battery factor and the issues aabout logging on other networks when you were away from home…
Now this one is just THE ONE !! plain and simple..
Installation could not be more simple. Take out of the box, plug at your cable modem (or a router like I do) and plug the power. Turn the phone on, input your skype account and password (or create a new one) and that is IT !
Ready to go…
It is quite light, has a plastic feel, but nothing that would take any credit out of it ! It is in fact quite “modern looking” phone. Better in my opinion to be a bulkier cordless phone like the ones everyone is used to nowadays. Sound got better (as if it have anything to improve from the CIT 200) in reality.. It is just like a regular phone !! All the time…

2. We’ve been using it for about a week and so far it’s really good. The best part is that with skype built in, it just plugs into my wireless router and I don’t have to have the computer on all the time. We keep the handset on it’s charger most of the time so I can’t comment on battery life. The sound is great; so far no complaints from us or from anyone we’re talking to (I’ve had a few people say it sounds better than when I call on my cell phone!). The user interface is simple and the phone looks nice too. You can add people to your contact list on the phone and it will update your skype contact list online as well, and vice-versa, if you update your contact list on your computer the handset will update too (I think it updates at night, but was able to have it update when I wanted by logging the handset off and back on. I have a skype-in phone number which came with voicemail and that works seamlessly with the phone. You can easily change your coicemail greeting on the phone. When someone calls and leaves a message a red light blinks on the top of the phone notifying you and checking messages is a cinch too.

Wrist blood pressure monitors are portable, accurate and simple to use. They provide a convenient choice for those who want a second unit for away from home or who have trouble placing a cuff on their arm. The Omron HEM-670IT Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor uses Omron’s patented IntelliSense technology, which inflates the wrist cuff to the ideal level with each use and offers fast, personalized, and automatic inflation for maximum comfort. No adjustments are required to select an inflation level–especially convenient for hypertensive users and for people with certain arrhythmia or heart disorders, because their blood pressure is more likely to fluctuate. And with the HEM-670IT’s 100-memory recall with date and time stamp, as well as averaging capabilities for the last three readings, you can track your blood pressure and pulse progress as your work towards a healthier lifestyle. The HEM-670IT also features a system that detects an irregular heartbeat as well as morning hypertension, giving you an even better understanding of your heart’s health. A built-in hypertension indicator lets you know if your readings indicate a high-blood pressure condition. Plus, you’ll have additional peace of mind knowing that the HEM-670IT comes with a 5-year warranty.

Product Features

* Includes A.P. S. (Advanced Positioning Sensor)
* Hypertension indicator according to AHA guidlines
* Detects Morning Hypertension
* 100 total memory with date and time
* Tru-Read averaging and on-screen graphing

Customer feedback:

1. I got this monitor to keep track of my blood pressure so that I could give the printed reports to my doctor. I have one that I got from Sharper Image that is easy to use but you can’t upload readings to a computer. The one from Sharper Image was also not very accurate when compared to using a regular doctor grade cuff with a stethoscope. The Omron monitor is much easier to use than the Sharper Image one, is easier to ensure the proper position and the uploading of the readings is very easy. I took the Omron monitor to my doctor to have her calibrate it against her measurements and the Omron monitor was nearly identical. Based on that and the printed reports, I was taken off my blood pressure medication!

2. This device is very simple to use. Read the instructions; you have to position your arm in a certain location close to the heart. The unit detects its proximity and starts working. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because all my machines run Vista and even though the OS recognizes the device, the Omron software does not “see” it as connected. Maybe they will fix this in the next release of the software. For this reason I cannot say anything about the software that came with it.