Smart bangle delivers pregnancy tips to Asian wrists


  • TECH
  • Tuesday, 23 May 2017

COEL is a smart wearable bangle that provides pre-recorded messages for maternal health. Grameen Intel Social Business Ltd

MUMBAI: A high-tech bangle that alerts pregnant women to toxic fumes and issues audio tips promises to boost maternal health in South Asia, as smart devices deliver ever more services to remote communities. 

The colourful, lightweight bangle also bypasses phone-owning men – feeding information directly to expectant mothers – and is built to withstand the rigours of village life. 

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