In Russia, there has been a consistent increase in demand for smart wearable devices. Previously, MTS reported a 50% increase in sales of smart watches and fitness trackers from January to June of last year compared to the same period in 2022.
In the first half of this year, Russians purchased 3.7 million wearable devices, amounting to 24.5 billion rubles. This represents a 22% growth in the market in terms of revenue, according to M.Video-Eldorado group.
Popular brands among buyers include Huawei, Samsung, Apple, Xiaomi, and Redmi.
The ability to monitor health conditions such as sleep tracking, pulse measurement, and even electrocardiography in advanced models has become one of the main factors driving the choice of these devices. Sports enthusiasts also rely on wearable devices to accurately measure activity levels, such as pace and calorie consumption, and track changes in health indicators during exercise.
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