A Study of Smart Wristband Usage for Health Monitoring to Develop “SAANSOOK Application” Digital Platform Prototype

This study aimed to examine the use of smart wristbands for health monitoring and develop a digital platform prototype, “SAANSOOK Application”. The research involved testing with 20 participants from 6 regions of Thailand over 7 days, utilizing both smart wristbands and wristband prototypes in conjunction with the SAANSOOK application, along with in-depth interviews. The findings revealed key factors for user acceptance: (1) functional requirements of smart wristbands, including water resistance and scratch protection, long battery life, easy visibility and operation, and convenient cleaning, with an appropriate price range of 1,000-2,000 baht, and (2) emotional requirements and value towards smart wristbands and SAANSOOK application, such as serving as a personal health assistant, creating pride in achieving goals, and facilitating family care through shared health activities. For the SAANSOOK application, participants found that features such as the health dashboard, healthy choices recommendations, and community health activities helped raise health awareness and motivation. Whereas improvements were needed in food logging systems, connection stability, and historical data display. The study also found that lifestyle contexts, local cultures, religious beliefs, and community environments significantly influence users’ health behaviors. Recommendations for future development include establishing a supportive ecosystem, implementing efficient health data management, and planning for sustainability through network partnerships.