A:AnswerIt appears that it will track your steps while in your pocket. From my understanding, the devices uses multiple actions to determine steps count: like hand motion, the up/down motion while walking, etc.
A:AnswerHow do I return this? I tried to return to Best Buy on day 17, of course they wouldn't as it was past 15 days. Said I had to contact the MFG. I called Garmin and they said to try a few things and then call if it didn't work and I could get a refund. Called back a few days later and they now say they can't refund because I didn't buy it from them. This device is extremely uncomfortable, it bruises my wrist from the HR monitors sticking out (see picture), says I'm asleep @ 6 pm while I'm bowling even though I have my sleep time set for 11 PM. Stairs are always inaccurate..I want a refund! For the $150 price tag I am extremely unhappy with the product and now with Best Buy and Garmin for not fixing the problem. In the market for a different brand and from a different retailer!
A:AnswerNo, Garmin does not cover breaks such as a strap. They do not sell straps for watches such as the Vivosmart HR. I did the something and it is very frustrating
A:AnswerThe Vivosmart HR has four activity settings: walking, running, cardio, and other. I can't find out with the "other" tracks, but it probably just monitors you activity time and heart rate. The Vivosmart HR+ has GPS tracking which would work for cycling and hiking.
A:AnswerYes the Vivosmart HR will track weightlifting. I too weight lift and had my strap break! Garmin doesn't sell or replace broken straps.
I DO NOT recommend purchasing the Garmin watches. I would explore other options for a lifting activity tracker.
