Ibands

Ibands is a line of wearable health monitoring devices designed to track a range of physiological parameters in real time. The product was first introduced in 2018 by the Japanese electronics firm Innovisio, a subsidiary of the larger Technova Group. Unlike many conventional wristbands, Ibands are engineered to be thin and flexible, allowing them to attach comfortably to various parts of the body, including the wrist, ankle, and torso, depending on the user's preference.

The devices employ a combination of photoplethysmography, accelerometry, and skin conductivity sensors to gather data on heart rate, blood oxygen levels, activity intensity, and stress indicators. The collected data is transmitted via Bluetooth Low Energy to a companion mobile application, where users can view trending charts, receive personalized health insights, and set goals. Data privacy is addressed through end‑to‑end encryption and the option for users to opt out of data sharing with third parties. In addition to consumer use, Ibands have been adopted by several clinical research studies, particularly those focusing on cardiovascular monitoring and sports physiology.

Ibands have received several industry accolades, including the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Innovation Award in the wearable tech category. Retail availability began in Japan and expanded to North America and Europe in 2020. The company has indicated plans to integrate machine learning algorithms into future firmware updates to improve predictive health analytics.