A:AnswerThe FT7 has the added benefit of a feature dubbed the 'Energy Pointer'. This function displays on the watch face whether or not the user is in a fat burning or a fitness improvement zone. It also has the ability to download to our free web service, www.polarpersonaltrainer, via the Flowlink accessory (sold separately) - Mike @ Polar USA
A:AnswerBelow is a helpful link to Polar's website that details this further - Mike @ Polar USA
http://www.polar.com/us-en/support/does_my_polar_product_contain_nickel?product_id=7882&category=tips
A:AnswerThe closest Polar subsidiary to you would be in Signapore. I would recommend reaching out to them for more localized help. Below is a link to the contact page on their website. - Mike @ Polar USA
http://www.polar.com/sg-en/support/contact_us/email_polar
A:AnswerIt won't work as a HRM without the strap. Though you can use just the strap to get a heart rate on machines that can sync with Polar. Won't be able to get the other info without the watch.