Google seeks FDA approval to market Fitbits as medical devices
Google is looking to market Fitbits as medical devices in the US. It has submitted data to the FDA for
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Wearables are less accurate at tracking people with darker skin tones, new research
A systematic review of existing studies shows that fitness trackers, smartwatches and other wearables are less accurate at tracking the
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Study shows wearables such as Fitbits motivate older adults to walk more
A recent study shows that fitness trackers lead to small but significant increase in physical activity of older adults. Wearables
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Withings slaps a comprehensive Sleep Diary to its sleep tracking mats
To coincide with World Sleep Day (March 18, 2022), Withings has introduced yesterday a Sleep Diary feature for its Sleep
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Should you really aim for 10,000 steps per day? New research sheds light.
For those of us who never leave home without a fitness tracker, we are well aware that a daily target
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Qardio adds a smart oximeter & thermometer to its portfolio of products
Qardio has unveiled two additions to its ecosystem of smart products – a oximeter and thermometer. Both connect with the
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Smart scales that work with Garmin Connect
In this article we provide an overview of smart scales that work with Garmin Connect. You don’t necessarily have to
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Which smart scales are compatible with Fitbit?
Whichever Fitbit fitness tracker or smartwatch you own, you will be using the same software ecosystem. If you’re out to
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The best smart scales 2022: keep tabs on your weight & body composition
This article is our roundup of the best smart scales you can buy in 2022. Use one of these to
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Lumen slaps on detailed food log to metabolic analyser’s iOS app
The Lumen metabolic tracker is benefitting from an update which slaps on a detailed food log to the iOS app.
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Withings clinical study to determine efficacy of its scale in detecting small fiber neuropathy
Withings is about to enter a clinical study to detect whether its recently announced smart scale is able to screen
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EyeQue’s new app allows users to test for age related change in vision
EyeQue has introduced an app, today, that allows anyone to test their eyesight for presbyopia – a very common age
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The new HidrateSpark Pro is the largest connected water-bottle around
HidrateSpark have announced a Pro variant of its smart water bottle. It comes in a number of size options including
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New sweat sensor measures cortisol levels to detect stress
Scientists have successfully trialed wearable sweat sensors that can accurately measure cortisol levels in the body. The cortisol levels in
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The $259 Circular Smart Ring to open for pre-orders on February 27th
Circular is about to take Oura on with a $259 smart ring. The French-based company has announced today that it
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