would this be easy to read or use a tablet while exercising?
1107974
Probably not the best bike for reading. You need to be holding onto the grips when riding. This will give you the best workout.
1107975
It would depend on how stable you feel on the bike...I do neither and pass the time watching TV or listening to music
1107976
Yes, I use a tablet everytime I use it. Make sure you put the cycle on carpet for this otherwise it will move a lot.
1017840
It is very simple to use and understand and would be great for use on long walks as you have to stop to check your heart rate. You can try to check it while moving but it will only work about half the time, it works really well when you are standing still to check
2219251
This isn't meant to take readings while exercising. It won't take your HR while on your wrist. You'd have to take it off, activate the screen, keep tapping the toggle button until you reach the HR / Sleep mode screen, swipe to activate HR reader, hold the Pulse between your fingers gently (holding it firm causes reading to fail) and wait about 7 seconds. This process is easy for me and I have taken my reading while running but I don't see most people having the patience.There are better waist fitting HR readers that give you a better experience.
602654
Yes it is very easy to read. I have to use reading glasses but not with this GPS
1216562
I don't have too much of an issue seeing the screen, unless you are pedaling with the lights out. I usually use one of the pre-programmed workouts and watch TV or listen to music while riding. But If I want to check stats the screen is visable enough.
805472
Negative. The watch already has a heart rate monitor. You can display real time info when using the exercise function.
1923525
Hi, there are different way to arrange the information on the screen and depending on what you want to monitor I think it is pretty readable.anyway it is not always the easiest thing to read while running but this watch does the trick perfectly for me.
228466
It's best if you download the app I believe. I am really enjoying it so is my personal trainer when we workout together
1345953
Yes, but the angle it creates is not that great for reading. Also, your stomach moves as you breathe, which make reading a little more challenging.
819247
No, it would not give you an accurate read. It is meant for running/walking.
1846861
Hi Cynthia, We have purchased two of these tablets. We had bought them mostly for emails. But my daughters had other ideas and use it for playing games and watching Netflix. Google Play is already on the tablet and you can just click on the app., set up an account, and it can be utilized to download other tablet apps. (Like the Netflix) The screen set on "Bright" can still be seen at an angle from either side. We have a computer screen that from the side "appears to disappear"--This does not do that. The screen is also sufficiently viewable on lower light settings which save battery power. We had some issues with battery drain and the ValuePad customer service is very helpful with all questions. One of the batteries drained within two days in the OFF setting. We began turning off the internet on it and unplugging the keyboard (if you have one) when we powered down. The battery then stayed at 100 per cent losing power in increments over a two week time. Of course if you use it more frequently, you will be able to keep track of your battery power and plug it up at intervals to refresh it. We are not high tech users, but I would say this tablet is well worth the money and again, the ValuePad customer service is there to help you!
1160169
There is a little ledge on the console; It is about 11 3/4 inches wide (the width of the console) and just under 1/2 inch deep; big enough to hold a magazine or a (not very thick) book, or even a Kindle or other tablet (not in a case), but it would block the electronic display screen. I would probably put a strip of something rubbery on the ledge if using any type of tablet, just for extra security. If you don't need to see the display screen throughout your workout, you could probably read something.
300593
I don't think this device is intended to be used during active exercise. It clamps gently on a fingertip and will give you pulse rate and oxygen level readings. There may be artifacts while you're moving and can easily be dislodged from the fingertip. You can use it intermittently when you pause or step off the treadmill. Comes with a cord to hang it around your neck for easy access.
2250026
yes seems to work pretty well, I usually only use it for reading scripts while I am shooting video and don't edit things while I'm doing that. I am not a frequent user of the tablet and don't like touch screens.
1625533
While I've never done the internet thing while exercising, I believe that it can be done, as I frequently read magazines and adjust my mp3 player. However, whenever you want to check your heart rate using the bike's electronics, you must have both hands on the grips - it takes about 45 seconds from the time you grip the sensors until you get a stable reading.
1092637
No. It is an e-reader not a tablet. Good only for reading or swatting flies.
1256805
I wouldn't recommend it. The arm is pretty strong, but since you are using it on a treadmill the vibration plus the weight of the tablet might bring the arm down.If you find a flat surface next to your treadmill you might have better luck.