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Raw data interface for all sensors

It would be helpful to have a basic interface to read raw, minimally-processed sensor data from the EDA, EKG, light sensor,temp sensor etc. This could be implemented like the accelerometer interface, i.e. the app reads single smaples or batches representing a basic physical quantity like current temperature.

Use cases: This type of raw data is very valuable for researchers using Fitbit. (we are a neuroscience lab using Fitbits for sleep research). It can also be used to  develop ladvanced algorithms for things like lucid dreaming (sensors can determine optimal time to wake a user) self-quantification (apps can provide finer-grained measurements of activities), exercise tracking, and meditation.

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Thanks for the feedback. You might find this site useful https://healthsolutions.fitbit.com/researchers/

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Some great health supporting application ideas are simply not possible without raw access.

Is there a commercial background why this data is not available for all developers or is it that Fitbit is afraid of medical claims?

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