Heartbeat Analytics by Firstbeat powers new Samsung products Gear Fit, Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo and Galaxy S5

Firstbeat technology is based on physiological research and advanced heart rate variability (HRV) modeling. Firstbeat creates a digital replicate of the user's physiology based on the heartbeat signal.

Firstbeat’s analytics in Samsung Gear provide personalized real-time information on the progress and results of your workout by deploying the device’s optical heart rate sensor. The feedback is also available when connecting the new Samsung GALAXY S5 with a heartbeat sensor.

"The technology analyzes how your body is actually working, and offers user-friendly feedback for improving your physical fitness, tailored to your own level. No more guesswork, the product will for example tell whether your exercise is sufficient to maintain or improve your fitness level," says Aki Pulkkinen, Director of Consumer Technologies at Firstbeat.

"For its flagship products, Samsung has chosen the best technology. The products will help you to exercise according to your individual needs. The Firstbeat analytics acts as a personal coach”, says Aki Pulkkinen

“The technology has recently gained popularity due to its robustness and capacity to provide rich and reliable personalized information. Today there are more than 25 Analyzed by Firstbeat consumer products in the market, ranging from heart rate monitors and wearables to smartphones and eBikes”, says Firstbeat CEO Joni Kettunen.

Please see the presentation enclosed to learn more about Firstbeat and our leading heart rate variability based technology.

Technologies will hold a press briefing at MW 2014 Barcelona at the Team Finland stand 5F31 on Tuesday 25th at 10am and 5pm. Mr. Joni Kettunen and Mr. Aki Pulkkinen will be present at the briefing. Welcome!