Technology Desk: Tech company Huawei has launched its first glucose monitoring device Huawei Sense G1 in the category of health monitoring wearables. This is a Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) device, which continuously measures glucose levels. It is pasted on the hand and its sensor can work for 16 days. The company has not yet disclosed its price.
How much does Huawei Sense G1 cost?
Huawei has introduced the Sense G1 as its first CGM device. However, the company has not yet given information about its price and date of start of sale. It is expected that these information can be announced in the coming days.
Keeps an eye on glucose level 24 hours
Huawei Sense G1 continuously monitors glucose levels 24 hours a day. It can send alerts to the user when glucose levels go above or below the normal range. The user can also check his glucose level information on his smartphone or smartwatch.
This device is round in shape and is pasted on the arm. Its design looks like Apple AirTag. The company has designed it for the use of a single user.
How does it work without putting a needle in the finger?
There is a small sensor installed below this device, which has a fine needle. It takes glucose readings from the fluid around the cells under the skin. In this way it keeps collecting information about glucose level continuously.
Traditional glucose meters usually require readings from a drop of blood by pricking a needle in the finger. This process is not required again and again in Sense G1. Its sensor can work for 16 days.
Approved as a medical device
According to the report, Huawei Sense G1 has been approved by China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) as a Class-3 medical device.
The company says that the testing of this device started in December 2023 and continued for about 35 months. At present, the company has not shared information related to its price, availability and launch in other markets.