"... a small price to pay for peace of mind at the pool, lake or even bathtub."
"It could be the best $99 you ever spend... This is for the parent who might be watching some kids at the pool and might be distracted by their phone or tablet – they're not going to be distracted anymore once they see that red light."
(Courtesy of Trevor Thompson/NBC News)
"... a great use of technology ... Love this idea... a small price to pay."
"iSwimband is a simple device with a lofty purpose. It’s a simple band that connects via Bluetooth to a companion app, and its sole purpose is to monitor how long someone is underwater, or if a non-swimmer is in the water. While you might think your own two eyes are enough, you’re wrong, and that’s why iSwimband matters. "
"Even with all the safety precautions, drowning remains a serious concern for parents when their kids are around the water. Nothing can replace being vigilant and keeping an eye on the kids, but having a smart backup assistant can help save the day."
"Every year there are far too many tragic deaths caused by accidental drowning, so it’s always good to report on products which are designed to prevent these sad events. The problem is especially acute at crowded public pools where it can be very difficult to keep track of small children from poolside... The whole concept is excellent."
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"An average of two children die every day from drowning. Danielle Sereno shows us a new water safety product that could prevent many of them."
"Your smartphone and small wearable devices can help keep your kids safe when they're in the water."
For the last three years Texas has led the nation in the number of child-pool drownings. Inventors of a new drowning detection system are hoping to change that.
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