Apple Watch 7

[Afibflipper]

Anyone who is interested

I purchased one last week for its ECG/ Heart beat - (I have persistent AF which was paroxysmal) - my cardiologist looked at the results of the recordings as a few said they had been Sinus Rhythm - it has got this wrong but AF ones were correct

It does join with other apps which can be useful eg BP entered manually and then all can be printed with the heartbeat/ECG to take to consultation

I was advised by consultant to use this at points when I feel unwell eg walking and feel symptoms and record to see what’s happening

One very useful tool I hope not to need is, if I were to fall either in or out of the house following a dizzy spell etc it would try to prompt me to press the I’m ok or if I don’t it will call emergency service & contacts I’ve entered eg; husband or son which could be a lifesaver to some

To me I feel it was a good purchase (be aware though that there are GPS or Cellular models - the latter are more expensive and don’t work on all net works (I got the GPS so as long as the phone is with you you can talk via the watch and do all the other things the cellular can do for less money)

[Ppiman]

That was a very informative post - thank you! I wouldn't be without my new Apple watch. It's such a useful invention and a lovely item to own and use. It has proved better than my Kardia at diagnosing AF. I'm surprised it reported NSR wrongly as that is indicated by a particular "blip" on the ECG which it should easily be able to detect.

Steve

[Afibflipper in reply to Ppiman]

I looked at the Kardia but decided I had more access to answering phone, messages and the distress fall callI was skeptical 🤔 re ecg/heartbeat but it does seem pretty accurate when I do check heartbeat - Apple store said they’re 98%accurate and at least I’m assured the ecg were correct for AF

Yes I like the product, I use the health, Nutra Check, Steps apps and do my own BP using Omron (beware that the BP can be offset on these when they encounter irregularities in heartbeat but I tend to know when it’s off by the way I feel

[Ppiman in reply to Afibflipper]

Much like me! I take my BP three times twice a day even I’m monitoring it and find the third is always the lowest.

Steve

[Afibflipper in reply to Ppiman]

The cardiologist checked both the NSR (about 7 of them) and the AF ones but once he explained the bit that was missing on the one that said NSR I do see what he means (Didn’t query this particular issue with Apple as when I bought it they told me they are about 98% accurate! So I guess it showed the 2% error on me)At least I already know I have AF and the watch isn’t giving too many of the NSRs which I guess would be dangerous and also makes me think so many of the cheaper versions misguide more so but obviously I can’t comment on that bit!)

[Ppiman in reply to Afibflipper]

Luckily, AF is quite an unusual thing for me. More often I get a racing heart or long runs of ectopic beats. I feel much the same though whichever it is - anxious and slightly breathless.

Steve

[Afibflipper in reply to Ppiman]

This has been my worst and prolonged gone from paroxysmal to persistent, BP was uncontrolled despite meds so more added now it’s over medicated and very low so all change again. I’d previously thought ok I’ve been ablated, meds working then out of the blue it went haywire - keeps you on your toes (or off them!)

[Ppiman in reply to Afibflipper]

Well said!

Steve

[Physalis]

Another thing that never gets a mention. I love the sports loop because it's so comfortable. "The size is fully customizable, which provides a perfect fit. It's so light that it feels like you're not wearing anything on your wrist."

I've never worn a watch before because I always found them uncomfortable, now I wear it all day and every day.

[Afibflipper in reply to Physalis]

I’ve just got the silicone one but you’re right they’re so comfortable (genuine Apple replacement straps are well over priced tho so not easy to change unless you go for compatible ones-if they did decent priced ones people would buy more of the brand)

[Physalis in reply to Afibflipper]

I've got the one that came with the watch. It goes in the washing machine from time to time.

[mav7]

a few said they had been Sinus Rhythm - it has got this wrong but AF ones were correct

Thanks for the informative post !

Please claify the above. The Apple Watch did not diagnose some in NSR but did properly diagnose AF ?

Thanks !

[Afibflipper in reply to mav7]

Hi, when the Watch did the ECG, at the end of the 30 seconds it says either AF, Sinus Rhythm or Inconclusive (it saves them all)When I saw the cardiologist I asked if I was still in Paroxysmal or Persistant AF as I’d had a few say NSR - he looked and said no the NSR ones were actually AF but he also checked the AF ones and said they were correct as AF

Hope that helps (ask again if I didn’t explain well enough)

[mav7 in reply to Afibflipper]

Understand, thanks again for the great Apple Watch 7 review.

[Hylda2]

I have an Apple Watch 4. First version with ecg. I fell the other day and my watch immediately asked me to push a button.

[Afibflipper in reply to Hylda2]

Excellent, it’s peace of mind

[sassy59]

Thank you for that. I might try and persuade hubby to buy me one for my 70th. Sounds really good. Xx

[Afibflipper in reply to sassy59]

I got mine through Argos, it was delivered to my local click and collect witching 12 hours (don’t forget there are 2 versions GPS & Cellular ( Happy Birthday on the day )

[sassy59 in reply to Afibflipper]

Thank you. I’m 70 at the end of the year but will probably celebrate in the summer. Nicer time of year. Thanks for your kind wishes. Xxx

[mjames1]

Thanks for your informative post. I'll just add that if you don't mind spending a little more, consider the cellular feature. If your phone should run out of battery, get damaged, lost or simply left at home -- the watch will in most cases function as a standalone phone. This can be a great back up and safety feature. I've left the house without my iphone (or run out of battery) more than a few times and having my cellular watch with me made me feel more secure and safe.

Another great feature of the watch -- either version -- is the workout mode. If you go into workout mode, you will get a real time, continuous heart rate reading, as opposed to the watch monitoring heart rate every few minutes. I find this useful not only when working out, but to check from time to time as an indirect check for an arrhythmia. For example, if the HR looks a little too high based on my activity level, then I will take an ecg.

Jim

[jlmnlm]

Has anyone checked out the issue of EMF when wearing an Apple Watch? This concerns me: techwellness.com/blogs/expe...

[Afibflipper in reply to jlmnlm]

I’m afraid it hadn’t crossed my mind tbh but I guess it’s similar to the mobile phone and all other equipment we nearly all useNow you’ve brought it to attention I’ll do my own research thanks for the prompt

[jlmnlm]

I also stopped using my wireless ear buds due to EMF in the ear and close to the brain (and I really like them). I use my iPhone on speaker when I can. I just found out the electric company put a smart meter on our home and didn’t ask or tell us. Some neighborhoods here in the U.S. are complaining because 5G has been installed without their permission.

[CyclistMark]

Hi.

I have the series 5 network enabled.

I often email my ECGs over to my EP to save going to the hospital in person. Although they’re not 100% accurate they seem to give a good indication of fast AF and are an acceptable trace of AF to him.

Wouldn’t be without it.