counting steps

How long is a step for purposes of counting steps? Can this be changed?

Posted on Jul 17, 2023 4:55 PM

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Posted on Jul 17, 2023 5:00 PM

Step length varies, and is calibrated to match each individual user. Some is done based on user's physical height set in health parameters, and remaining calibration is done by measuring distance walked and steps made.

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