World’s First Bluetooth Pregnancy Test Arrives

Believe it or not, I've never been pregnant. So, of course, I can't relate at all to the wide range, the incredible spectrum of emotion that must accompany taking a pregnancy test. That being said, it doesn't take first-hand experience to realize and acknowledge that--good or bad--it's got to be a rollercoaster of stress and anticipation.

Naturally, when the news arrives, it's time to take some course of action. Realizing this is a moment of panic, elation, surprise, and confusion, First Response created a Bluetooth-enabled pregnancy test. Per Gizmodo:

In terms of usability and form factor, the First Response Pregnancy Pro test looks and works like other pregnancy tests already on the market, sampling a woman’s urine to determine if they’re expecting. But the process is made less complicated through an accompanying iOS and Android app that walks the user through each step.

If the result is negative, the app will provide suggestions, tips, and other resources about getting pregnant, tailored to the user based on a series of questions they were asked at the start. If the test was positive, the app will calculate the baby’s expected due date, but also provide details on important follow-up steps like confirming the results with a doctor’s visit, and what diet or lifestyle changes should be made to help ensure a safe pregnancy.

This is a cool, incredibly interesting utilization of technology. Let's hope the trend of using technology to help us with our health continues.