We are already very accustomed to phones have invaded our daily lives, moving other objects that were used normally. It is now common to see people leaving their homes without their keys or wallet, as they can open their house door or pay with their cell phone.
Sales of digital cameras have been falling for years, especially non-professional ones, and car GPS units are not sold as accessories. Even those who integrated it are replaced in daily use by applications like Waze or Google Maps, which work on the smartphone.
And the finish was given by wearables, the ultimate smartphone accessory, courtesy of headphones. These smart bracelets and watches are the perfect complement to obtain data about our health that helps us have a better life, exercise and motivate us, in addition to being able to stay up to date with the notifications we choose, even so good advice is to disable almost all of them. .
But even with the help of these devices on the wrist, there are many things that even phones cannot do, which is why certain accessories become relevant. This is especially true when performing certain medical tasks, things that They can help although they will obviously never replace a doctor..
Microscope
We discovered the first of the inventions at this year’s MWC in Barcelona. This is an accessory that allows you to magnify the view of an element up to 1,000 times. In other words, you can use your smartphone as a powerful microscope. Its rotary dial allows you to change the magnification from 50 to 1000x.
It is an accessory that can be purchased on Amazon Europe at a price of 69.99 dollars. This, yes, It is only compatible with certain Ulefone smartphone models, the Ulefone Power Armor 18, 18T, 19 and 19T. The brand has thus positioned itself as one of the most innovative among the wide range of Chinese brands.
Breathalyzer
Drinking is one of the most common social acts In Europe. It’s strange to go out to lunch or dinner, or just dance, without drinking alcohol. This can be a problem when returning home. This is why having a breathalyzer in your cell phone can help you.
This device connects to the mobile charging port and, Thanks to its application, it offers an accurate reading of the amount of alcohol in our blood.
Ultrasounds
This accessory is not intended for the general public, but for professionals, mainly due to its price. The EagleView wireless probe type ultrasound scanner, allows you to perform ultrasound scans, but it costs around 3,000 dollars. These tests can be done to detect diseases or to see how a pregnancy is progressing.
It connects via the Wifi Direct protocol to the smartphone, allowing the patient’s image to be transmitted in real time. Charging is also done wirelessly, with a dock. This device includes 3 types of transducers: linear, convex and phase ultrasound probe.
Food detection
One of the most common health problems in recent years is related to diet. Every time digestion causes more inconvenience and devices like the Foodmarble AIRE attempt to solve it. It is a mobile accessory that can detect if a person has digestive problems with certain foods.
To do this, he has a device on which you have to breathe to measure the quantity of hydrogen in your breath. There is a more advanced model that even measures methane. Both are linked to the mobile phone to be able to offer calculations and conclusions. The company also sells sachets containing certain foods to carry out a more precise study.
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The next accessory isn’t strictly a medical device, but it can be something like a magnifying glass for your cell phone. This small support allows you to enlarge the smartphone screen when you are on a video call or when you are watching a series or a film.
In this way, people with vision problems will be able to use their phone more correctly, even in certain conditions. Additionally, if a mouse is connected via Bluetooth, it could even be used in other applications.
Medical check up
Another accessory related to medicine is this product capable of carrying out a medical check directly from your smartphone. It’s called BeamO and comes from the Withings company. From this device you can get information on different variablessuch as blood oxygen, temperature or heart rate.
In addition, this device You can check lung function with your digital stethoscope or perform an EKG. It is awaiting approval, but the price is not high. It should go on sale for around 249 dollars and its mobile application will allow you to keep track of all the tests carried out.
Stethoscope
This accessory comes from a Spanish company and allows you to use your cell phone to obtain the results of a test with a stethoscope. The eKuore Pro connects wirelessly on your mobile and record auscultations in the patient’s history. In addition, it has interchangeable bells that allow pediatric and adult auscultations.
The eKuore Pro has a battery almost a month in normal consultation, with 10 hours of continuous use without Wi-Fi and 7 with the wireless connection active. And if the doctors who will use it suffer from hearing loss, the company offers another model, the amplified eKuore Pro.
Endoscope
For testing the digestive system, there are few devices better than an endoscope. And that’s what this accessory offers. It has a 5 meter long cable and a 2 Mpx camera guided by 8 LEDs to illuminate the digestive tract.
It’s a device that displays the image on the phone itself, and it’s not expensive at all. It can be purchased on the Amazon page for less than 40 dollars. The camera has IP-67 water and dust resistance, so it can also be submerged if you want to use the camera to look for cracks or problems in dark places at work.
Digital thermometer
One of the simplest products on this list is this digital thermometer, which does not connect to the mobile via Wifi or Bluetooth, but simply does it with the charging port, so you do not need to charge the device nor put batteries in it. This way it is easier to use in an emergency.
It has a USB-C, microUSB or Lightning port so you can use it on any smartphone. In addition, it has a screen on which the temperature measured with an accuracy of 0.1 degrees appears, which is common in this type of device. And the price is ridiculously low, less than 10 dollars. There are also models with Bluetooth connection.
Electrocardiograms
For people suffering from heart problems, it is advisable to have an electrocardiogram from time to time. This accessory allows you to do them with your cell phone in a very simple way, simply by using an application and placing your fingers on the metal areas of the device.
The KardiaMobile 6L is a more advanced device that can measure up to six EKG leads (I, II, III, aVL, aVR and aVF) without cables or gels. This obviously does not replace medical checks, but it can complement them or quickly discover small arrhythmias or problems so that you can consult a doctor.
Glucometer
For diabetic patients, there is a device in the form of a patch that connects to the mobile controlled the body’s blood sugar. This way it is possible to be aware of possible peaks and drops. This device can be used for two weeks without interruption, even in the shower.
Of course, since it is not a medical device, It is important to follow the recommendations of a professional when it comes to controlling our health. The price varies between 95 and 320 dollars, and its duration is between 2 and 8 weeks.
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