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Wearables vs. Smartphone Apps: Which Are Better to Count Steps?
By Rachael Rettner published
Many smartphone apps are just as good as wearable devices at tracking physical activity, a new study suggests.
Withings Activité Pop: Fitness Tracker Review
By Rachael Rettner published
The Withings Activité Pop is a fitness tracker for people who don't want to look like they're wearing a fitness tracker.
Withings Aura: Sleep Tracker Review
By Bahar Gholipour published
The Withings Aura is a device that aims to track how long and how well you sleep, and also helps you fall asleep easier by shining calming lights and playing soothing lullabies.
New Wearables Track Your Stats on the Field
By Rachael Rettner published
Runners aren't the only athletes who can track their stats with a wearable device — a slew of new wearable sensors are aimed at sports players.
So Long, Ugly Fitness Trackers: Fashionable Devices Debut
By Rachael Rettner published
The era of ugly fitness trackers may be coming to an end. A number of the fitness trackers on display here at CES 2015 cater to those with an eye for fashion.
LifeTrak Brite R450: Fitness Tracker Review
By Rachael Rettner published
The LifeTrak Brite R450 is a new fitness tracker from Salutron that aims to provide a comprehensive view of health and fitness.
Basis Peak: Fitness Tracker Review
By Rachael Rettner published
The Peak is the latest fitness tracker from Basis, and the device aims to give you a number of insights into your daily activities, while motivating you to live a healthier life.
'InsideTracker' Review: Can a Commercial Blood Test Make You Healthier?
By Bahar Gholipour published
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