The Polar Ignite watch rekindled my fitness efforts and then doused them again

If you want a watch with in-depth fitness tracking, then the Polar Ignite is worth considering, but it may not be the best choice for a casual user.

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The best Apple Watch deals for Labor Day 2019

This Labor Day, you can find Apple Watches as cheap as $199 online, with GPS+Cellular versions as little as $30 more, some of the lowest prices we've seen.

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Best Buy Labor Day sale: Samsung Galaxy and Apple Watch deals

Best Buy is offering some decent price cuts on two of the most popular smartwatches on the market. Both the Samsung Galaxy Watch and Apple Watch have received $50 discounts for Labor day.

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Digital Trends Live: Possible iPhone vulnerability, Nike’s Siri-controlled laces

On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we break down the biggest tech topics of the day, including Google’s claim that iPhones were open to hackers and more.

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REI Labor Day sale: Electric bikes, smartwatches, and tents get big discounts

The popular outdoor retailer is having one of its biggest sales events of the year, with steep discounts on big brands like Patagonia, The North Face, and Garmin.

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The G-Shock Mudmaster may be smaller and lighter, but it’s as extreme as ever

Casio has made its G-Shock Mudmaster slimmer, lighter, and more wearable using a carbon fiber monocoque design while adding Bluetooth connectivity.

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FIGUR8 Raises $7.5M in Seed Funding to Help Clinicians Make Better Decisions through Human Movement Data

Biobeat’s Wearable Blood Pressure Monitors Receive FDA 501K Clearance

Best smartwatch deals for August 2019: Samsung, Fitbit, and Apple Watch sales

Smartwatches make life easier by sending alerts right on your wrist. Many also provide fitness-tracking features. If you're ready to take the plunge into wearables and want to save money, here are the best smartwatch deals for August 2019.

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Apple Watch Series 5: Everything you need to know about Apple’s next smartwatch

Apple's next event is set for September 10, and alongside the iPhone 11, we're also expecting to see the next Apple Watch -- called the Apple Watch Series 5. The new device will likely offer a few awesome new features.

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The Best Labor Day smartwatch deals: Fitbit, Samsung, and Apple Watch discounts

Labor Day has long been home to a ton of great tech deals, and this year we're expecting huge deals on TVs, smartwatches, and so on. We're also expecting some pretty sweet deals on smartwatches, like the Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, and more.

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Figur8’s sensors can track body movement with astonishing levels of accuracy

A new wearable smart sensor can track the movement of the body with unparalleled levels of detail. In doing so, it could be used to help diagnose diseases.

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iPhone 11 Pro? Here’s what to expect from Apple’s September event

Apple's September event is coming, and that means new hardware to check out. But what will be there? Here's what we expect to see on September 10.

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Save the date! Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch event is set for September 10

Apple is sending out invites for its annual iPhone and Apple Watch September event, which is confirmed for September 10 in Cupertino, California.

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Deaths from Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure Slowing the Progress in Fight Against Heart Disease

An Increases in deaths due to uncontrolled high blood pressure is slowing the progress in the fight against heart disease, according to a study published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association, reports NBC News.

While there’s been an overall decrease from deaths from heart disease in the last 20 years, the rate of that decline has slowed since 2010, the study found.

“In addition to rising rates of deaths related to high blood pressure, rates of heart disease deaths linked to obesity and Type 2 diabetes — once declining — have leveled off,” the NBC News report said.

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For their research, study author Dr. Sadiya Khan, a cardiologist at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, and her colleagues searched a public Centers for Disease Control and Prevention database for death certificates from 1999 to 2017

“The fact that we are not seeing that translate into improvement in death rates is concerning,” Khan said.

Heart disease remains the No. 1 killer of both men and women in the United States – claiming more than 800,000 lives each year, according to the American Heart Association.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can contribute to a person’s death in a number of ways. “Hypertension that is really out of control could lead to a tear in a blood vessel,” said Dr. Deepak Bhatt, executive director of interventional cardiovascular programs at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.

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“It could also lead to swelling in the brain, heart attack, stroke, and contribute to heart failure and kidney failure,” Bhatt, who was not involved in the current study, said.

Factors such as obesity and Type 2 diabetes could also lead to heart disease deaths. These factors have become more widespread in the past two decades.

The American Heart Association recommends several ways to lower your blood pressure and keep it in a healthy range. Those include:

• Eating a well-balanced diet that’s low in salt.
• Limiting alcohol to two drinks a day for men, one for women.
• Exercising about 30 minutes a day, five days a week.
• Quitting smoking.
• Losing weight if your body mass index is over 25.

With the advent of wearable technology, it is easier than ever to monitor blood pressure. Companies like Withings, Omron and Aktiia make wearable devices that deliver accurate blood pressure readings.

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Garmin’s Fenix 6 Series harnesses solar power for long-lasting adventures

Say hello to the new Fenix 6 Series, another winning lineup of outdoor adventure watches from navigation giant Garmin. The new Fenix 6 watches bring new maps, bigger and better displays and solar charging to the table.

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Accumold: Locking Features are Vital on Microscopic Molding

Get this renewed Samsung Galaxy Watch for $130 less on Amazon on Labor Day

The Samsung Galaxy Watch is our best smartwatch for Android of 2019. Get it for $130 less on Amazon this Labor Day.

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Insta360 Go is an incredibly small wearable camera with big image stabilization - CNET

Smaller than your thumb, the camera is ready to record shareable video clips with a single button tap.

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Isansys ‘Smart Patch’ Wireless Monitoring Platform Very Effective in Monitoring Patients with Advanced Liver Disease: Study

Fitbit Versa 2 vs. Fitbit Versa: All the differences explained

Find out exactly what sets the Fitbit Versa 2 and the original Versa apart. We explain all the differences between these fitness-tracking smartwatches and pick a winner.

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Fitbit Versa 2 adds Alexa and Spotify control, debuts Premium coaching program

The Fitbit Versa 2 is here, as well as a new subscription wellness service called Fitbit Premium, which starts at $10 a month or $80 annually.

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Humm Forehead Wearable Patch Is Designed to Improve Working Memory

In the race to protect our kids, we’re throwing privacy out the window

A growing wave of kid’s tech allows parents to spy on children, but they aren’t the only ones watching.

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Apple Watch and Fitbit Versa smartwatches get price cuts for Labor Day

Looking for a new smartwatch but don't want to pay full price? Amazon is dropping prices on some of the most popular wearables on the market.

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Amazon cuts 18% off the Garmin Forerunner 645 price tag for Labor Day

Refine your running performance with the Garmin Forerunner 645. Get one for as low as $327 on Amazon.

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The slim Fitbit Alta HR is down to $79 on Amazon for Labor Day

Set goals, monitor your active lifestyle, and know your body better with the Fitbit Alta HR. The small, black version is only $79 on Amazon.

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Smart Pill that Protects Athletes from Overheating to Be Trialed in Doha

Your body powers the Sequent SuperCharger 2 smartwatch, no battery needed

The Sequent SuperCharger 2 is a smartwatch that uses kinetic energy for power.

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Fitbit, Singapore Health Promotion Board Collaborate Public Health Project

American fitness wearables maker Fitbit has partnered up with Singapore government’s Health Promotion Board (HPB) on a population-based public health project in support of the country’s Smart Nation initiative. The HPB implements policy and programs to improve the health of Singaporeans. This is Fitbit’s first major integration of a digital health platform and wearables into a national public health program globally.

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The initiative, named Live Healthy SG, was uniquely designed for Singapore by Fitbit and the HPB to harness technology, behavior insights and analytics to help Singaporeans get healthier through meaningful and sustained behavior change. Live Healthy SG will engage people of all ages and levels of health using Fitbit devices and its new Premium service, which is launching to consumers in select markets around the world this fall, reports Business Wire.

Singapore is known worldwide for its efficient healthcare system – comprised of high-quality health services, world-class infrastructure and skilled healthcare talent. But, like many nations, the country is facing the rise of chronic conditions such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes and cancer.

Fitbit plans to incorporate artificial intelligence and machine learning to encourage physical activity, healthy eating and better sleep quality. The insights gathered can also help to enrich HPB’s health promotion programs, the report said.

“The area of population health presents an exciting opportunity for innovation. Increasingly, the Health Promotion Board has leveraged emerging technologies as well as behavior insights in the design of our programs, such as the National Steps Challenge – a nationwide program to keep active, to encourage Singaporeans to adopt healthy living and to affect behavior change. HPB will continue to embark on such nationwide programs to encourage and support Singaporeans in keeping active, adopting healthy living and affecting behavior change. At the same time, we intend to work with industry innovators, such as Fitbit, on additional efforts to use technology to provide Singaporeans with personalized health advice and nudges, so that they can take control of their own health,” said Zee Yoong Kang, CEO, Health Promotion Board.

In the partnership, the HPB will leverage its outreach channels to support Fitbit in encouraging participation in its program. When participants sign on to the Fitbit program, there will also be a clear and seamless consent process to indicate if they agree to share their data during the program with the HPB. Such data will, in turn, provide insights and contribute to more health promotion programs that will benefit many Singaporeans.

Related NIH, Fitbit Launch First Digital Health Technology Initiative BYOD Project

Singaporeans will be able to pre-register for Live Healthy SG starting mid-September, and the program will officially go live in late October 2019. Participants who enroll in and commit to one year of Fitbit Premium service will receive a Fitbit Inspire HR at no cost.

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It’s time to check out the best Apple Watch deals for August 2019

The Apple Watch has surged to prominence in recent years. If you're in the market for an iOS wearable, we've sniffed out the best Apple Watch deals available right now for all three models of this great smartwatch.

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Textiles and energy technologies for the future

Stanford Scientists Develop Fully Flexible Wireless Sensors for Tracking Health

Human Skin to Power Future Wearable Sensors

REI Labor Day sale drops deals on Garmin, Suunto, and Fitbit smartwatches

REI's Labor Day sale has begun, with markdowns of up to $150 on Garmin, Fitbit, and Suunto trackers.

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EDF Report Finds Big Demand for Chemical Monitoring Technologies

From couches and carpets to the clothes we wear, chemicals are the material backbone of these products. However, some chemicals can be harmful to our health. Personal Chemical Exposure Monitors (PCEMs) are a new entrant in the rapidly growing “monitored-self” market, joining a suite of available products designed to help people monitor and understand their individual health—from home-delivered kits that screen for genetic conditions to heart rate-monitoring watches.

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Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), a United States-based nonprofit environmental advocacy group has conducted a study to assess the market demand for technologies capable of detecting an individual’s exposure to harmful chemicals, reports EDF.

In their study, the group:

• Surveyed 616 individuals about their willingness to pay for PCEMs and the device features that matter most to them through a choice experiment.
• Conducted 16 expert interviews with stakeholders across the PCEM supply chain—ranging from investors and technology developers to industrial hygienists and potential institutional customers—to better understand the market challenges and opportunities that exist for these products.

Key Findings

The willingness to pay (WTP) choice experiment found a clear market for PCEM devices among general consumers:

• The highest WTP value for a single surveyed hypothetical device was $459.
• Nearly 40 surveyed hypothetical devices had a WTP between $100 and $300—a price range reflective of the actual price of other personal monitoring devices on the market today.

The most demanding features among consumers were getting data on a large number of chemicals and receiving immediate results.

Experts affirmed the demand for PCEMs both among consumers and in the workplace monitoring sector, identified future opportunities for PCEMs, and proposed solutions for existing and anticipated challenges in the marketplace

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“Done well, a device that provides information about the chemicals in our daily life will change consumer habits. If you can capture that change, you can monetize it,” said Marty Mulvihill of Safer Made, a venture capital firm.

This research show that demand for PCEMs exists today, and the researchers anticipate the demand to increase over time given the expanding market for health and wellness technologies and rising concerns about chemicals in the environment.

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Scientists Develop 3D interconnection Technology for Wearable Bioelectronics of the Future

Next-gen wearables that analyze your sweat could help diagnose diseases

Your sweat can reveal a surprising amount on dtails about you -- and a next-gen wearable skin sensor promises to help do exactly that.

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Casio’s newest PRO TREK smartwatch finally adds heart rate monitoring

Casio's PRO TREK WSD-F21HR is the company's first smartwatch with a heart rate monitor. The $500 WearOS watch tracks runs, cycles, and climbs via GPS. It can also log activity, outdoor conditions, and save trails for future treks.

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Garmin’s fitness smartwatches are the first to offer Amazon Music

Garmin owners can add some new music to their workouts thanks to the company's deal with Amazon, Select Garmin watch owners can download the Amazon Music app.

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The Suunto 5 sports watch looks durable, but the display doesn’t hold up

The Suunto 5 delivers on features, but its lackluster display holds it back.

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AliveCor Stops Selling KardiaBand, Its ECG Accessory for Apple Watches

Scientists Develop Wearable Vibration Sensor That Precisely Recognizes Your Voice

Stay on pace with the Garmin Forerunner 235, now $100 less on Amazon

Whether you’re a casual runner or working to become a marathon athlete, you need a GPS running watch to help you track, record, and analyze your stats. A solid option is Garmin's Forerunner 235, and it's discounted on Amazon.

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Scientists Develop Exosuit that Improves Metabolic Rate of Walking and Running

Blocks modular smartwatch project gets dismantled, leaving backers in pieces

The Blocks modular smartwatch project has ended in failure, after starting life on Kickstarter more than four years ago, and raising more than $1.6 million from just over 5,000 backers during its campaign.

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Elon Musk Unveils Neuralink Brain Implant, Connecting Human Brains to Computers

3-2-1 – Just some days left to submit your solution for free to the 11th IOT/WT Innovation World Cup®!

#NOWORNEVER! Time flies, and the deadline to submit your solution to the world’s leading competition in the area of IoT & Wearable Tech is approaching fast. Join the 11^th IoT/WT Innovation World Cup®, and compete to become the next top Innovator of the Year!

We at WT | Wearable Technologies, together with our partner the Innovation World Cup®, are looking for the best innovative Internet of Things and Wearable techpreneurs to take part in the following categories: Industrial | City | Healthcare | Home | Agriculture | Sports | Lifestyle & Transports.

The participation is FREE of charge. The submission deadline is on September 18^th 2019.

Submit your solution now to benefit from prizes worth 500,000$, a 10,000€ prize in cash (best IoT solution). Winners and finalists will additionally get:

• Speaking slots in leading tech events such as of WT | Wearable Technologies Conferences, MEDICA, Mobile World Congress MWC, and many more.
• Significant advice from WT | Wearable Technologies and international tech experts to support your business development: finding the right components, go-to-market strategy, and commercial launch, to mention but a few.
• Free use of productions labs and testing facilities.
• Free marketing packages and extensive media coverage at a global level.
• Free DevKits powered by Innovation World Cup® Series’ partners STMicroelectronics, Würth Elektronik, EBV Elektronik and Microtronics.
• Placement on the Hall of Fame of the IoT/WT Innovation World Cup®.

Every year, the Innovation World Cup® selects about 60 techpreneurs and disruptive solutions from hundreds of submissions to the Innovation World Cup® Series. These finalists will have the opportunity to pitch at leading industry events and get the support needed to take their solutions to the next level.

Further leading corporate partners STMicroelectronics, W.L. Gore & Associates, LOXXESS, AiQ Smart Clothing, Würth Elektronik, Gemalto, Microtronics, EBV Elektronik, VARTA Microbattery and we are excited to see who has the disruptive potential to rise above the others!

iBreve, GaitUp, Bonbouton, COBI, Sigfox, Sensoria and other top techpreneurs made history after debuting at the Innovation World Cup®. Your company could be next!

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Keep active and get a refurbished Fitbit Charge 3 on Walmart for 25% less

The Fitbit Charge 2 has long been the company’s bestselling fitness tracker. Affordably priced and filled with health features, it has now been upgraded through the Fitbit Charge 3, made better with a more refined fit, functions, and accessories.

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Humm forehead wearable may help you find your keys (but not your dignity) - CNET

The brain-buzzing forehead strip speeds up learning and improves memory, says its creator.

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Improve your golf game with the Garmin Approach S20 for 15% less on Amazon

Make golf more fun with a wearable that improves your form. Usually carrying a $170 price tag, you can get the Garmin Approach S20 to your next golf outing for 15% less, or $145, on Amazon.

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Casio’s newest PRO TREK smartwatch finally adds heart rate monitoring

Casio's PRO TREK WSD-F21HR is the company's first smartwatch with a heart rate monitor. The $500 WearOS watch tracks runs, cycles, and climbs via GPS. It can also log activity, outdoor conditions, and save trails for future treks.

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Get fit with Amazon’s 33% discount on the Garmin Vivosport

The Garmin Vivosport is more than the typical fitness tracker as it can double up as a smartwatch. It usually wears a $170 price tag but Amazon's 33% discount lets you own it for just $115. 

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Work out in style with this Fitbit Blaze smartwatch, now 21% less on Walmart

A lot of smartwatches are marketed as fitness trackers as well. Aside from receiving smart notifications, these watches boast robust fitness tracking that makes them essential devices for the health-conscious, like the Fitbit Blaze.

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Run with the Garmin Forerunner 645 Music for $70 less on Amazon

The Garmin Forerunner 645 Music is currently on sale for $71 less on Amazon. Usually priced at $450, you can leave your phone behind and run hands-free while tuned in to your music for just $379.

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Snap to Release Spectacles 3 AR Glasses with 3D Video Camera

Is the Apple Card any better than a regular credit card? We asked an expert

The new Apple Card is integrated with your iPhone and comes with a titanium backup card for places that don’t accept Apple Pay, but how does it stack up against the competition? We asked some experts to find out.

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Ekso Bionics Unveils Next Generation Neurorehabilitation Suit EksoNR

Ekso Bionics, a company that develops some of the most advanced exoskeletons out there, unveiled EksoNR, the next generation robotic exoskeleton. Designed primarily for stroke recovery, the intuitive exoskeleton device recreates the natural movement of the legs and helps patients re-learn how to walk, sit, and do all the things they used to do.

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The device now includes new features and software enhancements to help physical therapists and patients get even more out of each rehabilitation session.

A new touchscreen controller called EksoView allows therapists to intuitively adapt assistance to challenge patients using real-time feedback and perform outcome measures during use. Held in the palm of a therapists’ hand, EksoView provides visualization of various exercises beyond gait training, such as balancing, squatting from sit-to-stand positioning, lifting one leg, or standing in place, to actively engage patients and enhance the use of these beneficial features, Esko Bionics said in a press release.

The optimized SmartAssist software enables EksoNR to have a smoother and more natural gait path when transitioning between steps. SmartAssist also gives gait symmetry and posture feedback and allows therapists to track patient progress with the upgraded EksoPulse, a cloud-based analytics solution. EksoPulse now uses rehabilitation data to generate insightful metrics and graphs for therapists and administrators to monitor patient progress and outcomes.

“Ekso Bionics is committed to developing the latest exoskeleton advances for rehabilitation. We continue to innovate to ensure physical therapists have access to the latest tools to deliver better patient outcomes and superior care in neurorehabilitation,” said Jack Peurach, Chief Executive Officer and President of Ekso Bionics. “EksoNR is a full neurorehabilitation tool that is effective, intuitive, and differentiating. There is an increasing demand for adoption, as our technology sets rehabilitation centers apart.”

Related Designing Exoskeletons to Interact with Humans

EksoNR is cleared by the U.S. FDA for stroke and spinal cord injury rehabilitation. The device is also CE-marked and available in Europe.

Ekso Bionics will begin taking orders for the new EksoNR immediately. Existing customers will have the option to upgrade, the company said.

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Trim down and get big savings with Amazon’s 20% sale on the Fitbit Inspire HR

The Fitbit Inspire HR could just be the most affordable fitness tracker Fitbit has to offer priced at $100 but Amazon's 20% sale lets you trim down and get big on savings by making it available for only $80.

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It’s time to check out the best Apple Watch deals for August 2019

The Apple Watch has surged to prominence in recent years. If you're in the market for an iOS wearable, we've sniffed out the best Apple Watch deals available right now for all three models of this great smartwatch.

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Amazon swipes 32% off of Samsung Gear Fit 2 Pro smartwatches

While it usually sells at $200, Amazon reduced the price of the Samsung Gear Fit 2 Pro smartwatch by $65. The smaller variant is also discounted by $65, so you can purchase one at Amazon for only $135 instead of $200.

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Amazon drops the GPS and cellular Apple Watch Series 3 to its lowest price

The Apple Watch Series 3 is still an excellent option if you are looking to enter the world of wearables. It is similar to the Series 4 but lighter on the budget. You can even get a cellular model for only $229 on Amazon.

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Snag the Samsung Gear Sport smartwatch for 34% less on Amazon

Usually retailing for $300, you can wear the Samsung Gear Sport on your wrist for 34% less on Amazon. You can also qualify to knock off another $50 on top of the $198 sale price with your Amazon Rewards Visa Card.

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AUGUST 2019

Aktiia was founded in Switzerland in May 2018 out of a passion to create the best tool for diagnosis and treatment of hypertension. Aktiia’s founders, Mattia Bertschi (CEO) and Josep Solà (CTO), worked day in and day out for 15 years to research and understand the language of our heart signals and decode key markers to gain better insight into blood pressure. They built an incredible team of 15 employees and founded Aktiia to turn their years of pioneering work into a useful tool for people around the globe. ​

Aktiia’s technology combines common optical sensors and proprietary clinically tested algorithms to measure blood pressure at the wrist. The Aktiia team has developed this technology into an elegant and discreet bracelet that pairs with a smartphone app for 24/7 blood pressure measurements. Validated through extensive trials, its accuracy has received worldwide acknowledgement, and the team is hard at work iterating and improving on user experience before launching publicly. Once cleared to go to market, Aktiia will be proud to offer the most complete and user-friendly blood pressure companion to date. With one third of adults globally suffering from hypertension, this mission is more urgent than ever.​

Want to learn more about Aktiia’s complete blood pressure monitor? Come visit them at the WT | Wearable Technologies Show at MEDICA on November 18-21.

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Bonbouton Accepted into 2019 MetLife Digital Accelerator Powered by Techstars

Bonbouton, a cutting-edge health and technology company, has been accepted into MetLife Digital Accelerator powered by Techstars. MetLife Digital Accelerator is an accelerator program that focuses on innovating in the insurance industry alongside startups who are building insurtech ideas, especially those with plans to reach new customers, create next-generation products, and digitize processes.

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“Being accepted into this program is a pivotal next step for Bonbouton,” says Linh Le, Founder and CEO of Bonbouton. “The purpose of our technology is to generate better health outcomes, and working with insurance companies, and MetLife in particular, will help us reach more people who live with diabetes at a greater scale.”

Bonbouton is a New York-based startup that makes smart insole that detects foot ulcers, a common cause of diabetes-related amputations. Foot ulcers affect over 25% of all people living with diabetes and is responsible for an estimated 80% of the 70,000 amputation surgeries performed each year in the United States, reports Bonbouton.

“Our team has relocated to MetLife’s Global Technology Campus based in Raleigh-Durham. Since the kick-off, we’ve been working alongside eight other amazing startups in the class, the Techstars and MetLife teams, and dozens of mentors, coaches, and thought partners,” Bonbouton said in an email to WT | Wearable-Technologies.

Following clinical studies, Bonbouton will be submitting the technology for FDA Class I Medical Device Clearance to partner with established diabetic shoe and insole companies to sell under major health insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid.

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“We’re thrilled that Bonbouton is part of the 2019 Class,” says Mee-Jung Jang, Managing Director at Techstars. “Bonbouton is uniquely positioned to benefit from Techstars’ network and mentorship, while gaining invaluable knowledge from MetLife on bringing their product to insurance companies.”

Over the next three months, Bonbouton hopes to:

1) Strengthen their relationship with MetLife to explore and validate how their product fits into the insurance ecosystem

2) Receive strong support and expertise to advance customer discovery, product development, and company culture

3) Tap into mentor networks to build a team of clinical and business advisors

As an accepted startup, Bonbouton along with the eight other companies will receive a $120K investment, access to 300 perks values at over $1M+, and connections to invaluable mentors and peers to help move the business the right way forward.

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Cedars-Sinai Study Makes Strong Case for Virtual Reality for Pain Management

Fitbit Versa 2 will reportedly roll out September 15 with OLED display, Alexa

Leaked images confirm that the Fitbit Versa 2 will come with an OLED display and Alexa integration, with more than four days of battery life. A source claims that the Fitbit Versa successor will be released on September 15.

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Pick up Bose’s QuietComfort 25 headphones at their lowest price ever on Amazon

Bose is a name synonymous with quality, and its headphones are no exception -- especially its noise-canceling models. But that functionality doesn't come cheap (Bose's QuietComfort 35 II's for example), so when we see a pair of great noise-canceling headphones for under $200, we definitely want to let you know about them. Amazon is currently […]

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Best smartwatch deals for August 2019: Samsung, Fitbit, and Apple Watch sales

Smartwatches make life easier by sending alerts right on your wrist. Many also provide fitness-tracking features. If you're ready to take the plunge into wearables and want to save money, here are the best smartwatch deals for August 2019.

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Get yourself a cellular Apple Watch Series 4 for as low as $449 on Amazon

There’s much to say about the Apple Watch Series 4, but the bottom line is, it’s one of the most comprehensive, user-friendly fitness wearables on the market. You can get the cellular model today on Amazon for as low as $449.

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Wearable Motion Sensors Monitor Fetal Heartbeat, Could Save Unborn Babies

Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey have developed a wearable device designed to help expectant parents keep track of their child’s fetal heartbeat continuously at home. The non-invasive and safe device is potentially more accurate than any fetal heartrate monitors currently available in the market.

Related First Ever Wearable 5-Channel ECG Chip to Monitor Fetal Heart Rate and Mobility

The device uses the same commercial sensors used in smartphones. When the device is oriented horizontally or vertically, it records vibrations sent through a mother’s abdomen when her baby’s heart beats or when the fetus squirms and kicks. Lauded by physicians, the device could potentially reduce an estimated 2.6 million stillbirths per year worldwide.

“Almost a third of stillbirths occur in the absence of complicating factors,” said Negar Tavassolian, an associate professor who led the work at Stevens. “Our device could let a pregnant woman know if her fetus is compromised and she needs to go to the doctor.”

Many stillbirths are preceded by variations in fetal movement and heartrate, so affordable, lightweight monitors that detect vibrations generated from a heartbeat could be worn continuously in the final weeks of pregnancy to ensure that distressed fetuses receive prompt medical attention, reports Stevens Institute of Technology.

A vibration monitor offers important advantages over existing tools based on ECG or Doppler ultrasound technology, which require specialized knowledge to use, and can be bulky and expensive.

Researchers tested the sensors on 10 pregnant women and found the device detected fetal heartrate with similar accuracy as fetal cardiotocograms — a standard wearable technology for fetal monitoring.

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The current device uses commercially available sensors, but the long-term goal is to patent and market a custom-built device. Costing far less than equivalent ECG or ultrasound systems, such a device could capture a significant share of the global market for fetal monitors, which is expected to reach $3.6 billion by 2022.

The work is reported in the July 24 early access issue of IEEE Sensors Journal.

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Fossil Launches Nextgen Touchscreen Smartwatches with Wear OS and Extended Battery Life

Track your progress with this renewed Fitbit Versa Lite for $110 at Walmart

Fitness trackers provide you with a clearer understanding of your physical well-being. They can measure your vitals, step count, calories burned, and more. A great fitness tracker is the Fitbit Versa Lite, now $110 on Walmart.

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Get fit in style with Garmin’s Vivosmart 4, now only $100 on Amazon and Best Buy

Equipped with robust features you wouldn’t expect in an entry-level device, the Garmin Vivosmart 4 is more than just good looks. Kickstart an active lifestyle by ordering yours today on Amazon or Best Buy for only $100.

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Get moving with Garmin’s Vivoactive 3 multisport smartwatch for $220 at Walmart

Garmin is famous for making fitness trackers. One of its recent offerings, the Vivoactive 3, boasts a gamut of features geared towards the wellness-minded and is available at the reasonable price of $220 on Walmart.

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Amazon slashes the price of the Fossil Q Gen 3 Venture smartwatch by 32%

The Fossil Q women's Gen 3 Venture smartwatch usually wears a $255 price tag but Amazon's 32% discount gives ladies the opportunity to be armed with a sleek wearable for only $174.

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The Fitbit Blaze smart fitness watch is down to $155 on Amazon

Fitbit has dominated the fitness tracking industry for years, offering wearables with excellent features and stylish aesthetics. One of those is the Fitbit Blaze Smart Fitness Watch, and it’s currently discounted on Amazon.

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IFA 2019: Wearable Technology Will Be A Much Talked About Topic

IFA is the world’s leading trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances. Held each year in Germany, the event gives companies opportunity to showcase their products. Last year’s event was attended by over 250,000 people. A bigger crowd is expected at this year’s IFA which takes place from 6 September to 11 September, in Berlin. Like previous years, wearables will occupy a big part of the show.

Read more Best of IFA 2018: All the Major Launches, New Wearables, Smart Appliances and More

We’ll be there to bring you the latest news and highlights of the event. Here’s a preview of what to expect at the IFA 2019.

Garmin

Garmin has regularly introduced several wearables at the event So it wouldn’t be a surprise to see them presenting a wearable or two at this year’s show. After successful launch of Forerunner 45/45S, Forerunner 245/245 Music and Forerunner 945 and Fenix 5, the next one to arrive may be the Fenix 6. The smartwatch is expected to hit the market towards the end of August and it’ll reportedly come in several variants including 6, 6 Pro, 6s, 6s Pro, 6x Pro and 6x Pro Solar, reports Gadgets and Wearables.

Fossil

Fossil’s first 5th generation smartwatches – Carlyle HR and Julianna HR – are expected to be launched at the event. The watches come with a built-in speaker, longer battery life via smart battery modes, increased storage capacity and the Snapdragon 3100 processor.

Samsung

This year, Samsung launched Galaxy Watch Active 2, 6 months after the first one. The smartwatch features ECG, a touch-sensitive bezel, as well as an LTE variant. To coincide with the IFA event, fans can preorder the smartwatches starting 6th of September.

Read more Sleep Trackers Took the Center Stage at the IFA 2018 in Berlin

Huami

Huami has launched a boatload of devices in recent months. This includes the Amazfit Bip Lite, Amazfit Verge Lite, Amazfit Health Watch, Amazfit Smart Watch 2 and Amazfit GTR.

According to Gadgets and Wearables, the company is planning to unveil five new products at the IFA 2019. These new products will probably include most of the above, as they have only made their debut in China. Among these, the one that would really generate lots of interest would be an updated version of the Amazfit Bip.

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NeuroMetrix Restructuring Business After Q2 2019 Results Show Weak Performance of Quell Pain Relief Wearable

Amazon’s deal nets you the Fitbit Versa smartwatch for 15% less

If you're hesitant to get the Fitbit Versa smartwatch at its standard price of $200, then check out Amazon's deal that gives it to you for 15% less. Cash in $170 for a cool wearable and walk away with $30 in savings.

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Grab the Garmin Instinct outdoor watch for $31 less on Amazon

If you're quite the outdoorsy type, then the Garmin Instinct Outdoor Watch may just tick all the right boxes for you. Grab it for $31 less than the usual $300 price tag on Amazon.

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It has LTE and a voice assistant, but the DokiPal kid’s smartwatch is a disaster

The DokiPal smartwatch for kids is a feature-packed wearable that allows you to track and stay in touch with your children. It boasts support for LTE, video calls, and has its own voice assistant, but it's expensive and we had issues.

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The Apple Watch Series 3 is back down to just $199 at Walmart today

The Apple Watch Series 3 packs a lot of smarts and convenience in such a small unit, making it an ideal companion for everyday fitness tracking and connectivity. You can order the 38mm version today on Walmart for only $199.

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Fitbit’s Q2 Results Show Weak Smartwatch Revenue Due to Poor Versa Lite Sales

Misfit releases the Vapor X, its lightest, most comfortable smartwatch yet

The latest in Misfit's range of wearables is the Vapor X, a lightweight and stylish smartwatch aimed at those with an active lifestyle, but it's likely to appeal to everyone. Here's everything you need to know.

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It’s 2025. How has 5G changed our lives? We asked experts to predict the future

2025 is the year that mobile carriers say 5G goes mainstream. How will the technology change, revolutionize, or make obsolete the things we do today? We asked futurists to give us an idea of our future 5G connected world.

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A lot of power in a tiny space: CoinPower ensures durability for wearables and hearables

Nowadays, no-one needs a key to open or start a modern car. That’s the task of miniature computers, which are designed by car manufacturers to perform an increasing number of functions. These smart keys can do quite a lot more. For example, they provide information about the oil level, the distance that can still be travelled, the filling level of the petrol tank, the status of the doors and windows and the control of the fully automated parking and manoeuvring. In order to be able to complete all of these tasks smoothly, rechargeable lithium ion batteries with a high energy density and capacity are required, which also need to be very robust and reliable at the same time.

The provision of energy in a tiny space is playing a growing role in an increasing number of aspects of modern mobility and health. As well as cars, this is also the case with hearables, which are worn on or in the ear. They not only facilitate hearing, but also offer a wide range of other functions, such as listening to music, hands-free telephony, voice amplification or simultaneous translation. As well as classic hearing aids, hearables include over-ear headphones and wireless telephony earbuds.

From hearables and step counters in shoes to fitness trackers with vital data measurements, these devices are always only as good as their energy supply. Standards are high, as they need to be reliable and durable. This is where the CoinPower button cells from VARTA Microbattery often come in use for wearables, with their small size, high energy density and extraordinary mechanical stability. Short charging times, a high degree of reliability and a robust structure round off their profile. The smallest models, the CP 7840 and CP 9440, are just four millimetres thick and have been developed with headphones, fitness wristbands and smart keys in mind. However, they are also being increasingly used in medical equipment.

The form and high energy density of the CoinPower series makes these microbatteries the ideal solution for wearables and medical devices. They have an energy density that is up to 30 percent higher than comparable batteries available on the market. Miniaturisation is making constant progress, as Philipp Miehlich, General Manager OEM at VARTA Microbattery GmbH, explains: “In this segment, we have developed unique competitive advantages and are benefiting from the shift in technology away from cylindrical battery cells to coin format batteries. We have been supporting this change in technology for wireless headphones with our leading technology, and are setting the standards in the industry in this area with our stream of new innovations.” The CoinPower series will be produced using fully automated processes in one of the most state of the art European production sites in Ellwangen.

A video just recently produced by VARTA Microbattery tells you all you need to know about the wide range of uses of the CoinPower series.

About VARTA AG
VARTA AG, as the parent company of the Group, is active in the Microbatteries and Power&Energy business segments through its subsidiaries VARTA Microbattery GmbH and VARTA Storage GmbH. Today, VARTA Microbattery GmbH is already an innovation leader in the field of microbatteries, one of the market leaders for hearing aid batteries and is also striving for market leadership for lithium-ion batteries in the wearables sector, especially for hearables. Power&Energy focuses on intelligent energy solutions for tailor-made battery storage systems for OEM customers as well as on the design, system integration and assembly of stationary lithium-ion energy storage systems. With five production and manufacturing facilities in Europe and Asia as well as sales centers in Asia, Europe and the USA, the operating subsidiaries of the VARTA AG Group are currently active in over 75 countries worldwide.

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PlayerMaker: A Complete Coaching Tool for Football Teams

Amazon drops up to 35% off these Fossil smartwatches for men and women

Fossil continues to offer a full line of smartwatches for all types and budgets that complements every lifestyle. We've gathered here a few that are currently discounted by up to 35% at Amazon for you to check out.

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Walmart’s price cut on the Apple Watch Series 3 GPS+Cellular is gigantic

The Apple Watch is the best-selling smartwatch out there, with an impressive app ecosystem and a robust feature set. But cellular connectivity makes it so much better, and Walmart's sale on the Series 3 is the best we've seen yet.

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Wear the elegant Garmin Vivomove HR Hybrid smartwatch for 15% less on Amazon

Wearables are coming into their own and are looking less like traditional timepieces. While that's not bad, some people still want a smartwatch with a more orthodox façade, like the Garmin Vivomove HR, now $170 on Amazon.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 Rumors: Release Date, Price and Features

The best pet trackers for your furry friends

Caring pet guardians now use GPS, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth trackers to track a pet's location and monitor eating, sleeping, activity levels, and overall health and fitness. We've rounded up some of the best to help you keep your pets safe.

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Carnegie Mellon Researchers Develop Flexible Wearable Patch That Sticks to the Skin Like a Band-Aid

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) have developed smart wearable patch that can be worn like a band-aid. Their innovation, called ElectroDermis, represents new advances in electronic skin patches that are stretchy and conform to the body. The device can be used for a variety of medical, fitness, or lifestyle purposes.

“We envision a future where electronics can be temporarily attached to the body, but in functional and aesthetically pleasing way,” wrote the researchers.

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The project is a combined effort from engineers at Carnegie Mellon’s Soft Machines Lab and Morphing Matter Lab.

For the developers of wearable devices, the challenge has been finding a way to make these devices flexible. But the research team led by Eric Markvicka and Guanyun Wang, wanted to make a more complicated device, which involves components for signal processing, wireless communication and power. The CMU researchers made the wiring from copper sheets cut in a wavy form to make them bend more easily.

“Specifically, we achieve high functionality by discretizing rigid print circuit boards into individual islands,” the researchers explained. “The islands are then assembled on a spandex-blend fabric to increase robustness and reusability.”

They also concocted a multilayered fabrication method by putting fabric over TPU film, copper trace, z-tape, electrical components, and skin adhesive. This gives the wearer full mobility and makes it possible for the piece to be reusable, as the adhesive layer can simply be replaced.

Related Carnegie Mellon Researchers Develop Ultra-Thin Electronic Tattoos that Can Power Wearables

ElectroDermis patches can be made in less than an hour and last on the body for hours or days.

The scientists say their new device could be applied to monitor vital signs, track fitness markers, measure food consumption or make a smart wound healing bandage.

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Imagining a new normal in energy

by Janet Preus

Every so often I put the “energy” topic on the calendar. I’m fascinated with the idea that textiles of various kinds will be a critical part of new developments, especially for wearables and other small-scale applications, as well as transportable products. Solar energy seemed the most encouraging, with new photovoltaic fabrics and uses showing up regularly. Energy harvesting technologies and piezoelectric fabrics that could gather and convert kinetic and wind power have shown promise.

But something has happened between “this is a great idea” and “viable business model.”

Don’t get me wrong; I am still a big believer in alternative energy and the contribution that textiles can play in the larger picture. I also report regularly on progress in technology developments, novel applications and business growth—in short, telling you the success stories. My issue at the moment is that there are not enough of them. But why not? I reported on solar collecting curtains years ago. We know that energy harvesting using the body’s everyday movement is not a crazy idea. It can be done. Wind power goes without saying.

So, given what we know how to do, technologically speaking, why aren’t more people doing it? The numbers I expected to see by this time aren’t there. I know this is complicated, expensive and, as it’s forging new territory, requires leaping regulatory hurdles. In fact the technologies are so new that standards are just now being developed. (See “Progress in e-textile standards” and “Global standards for e-textiles” on this site.)

It may be true that “where there’s a will, there’s a way,” but this is so complex that no single research facility, no one group of entrepreneurs, or even one industry alone can affect the size of the change that is possible. Still, textiles could take the lead in transforming the way we think about, generate, and use energy. If we really wanted this, what could happen? Not just in research labs, but as a meaningful, healthy, sustainable, long-term growth industry.

In our feature “Energy for smart materials and systems,” by Marie O’Mahony, she describes the research underway that could integrate power and textiles in a way we’ve never seen before. She also notes the importance of “multiple stakeholders working together.” That’s in her discussion of electric vehicles, but one could say the same for any of the smart textile products and systems imagined for our future, a point that we’ve made in other features recently.

At the least, I encourage you to take an interest, speak up and share your ideas. Look at how your own businesses can participate in and support the inevitable movement toward new energy sourcing and usage. Textiles of some kind will be an integral part of this paradigm shift that will bring us closer to a sustainable energy future.

Janet Preus is senior editor of Advanced Textiles Source. She can be reached at jlpreus@ifai.com.

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Amazon trims the price on the Garmin Forerunner 735XT by 30%

The Garmin Forerunner 735XT may not be the latest fitness tracker out there but it is one the few equipped with Strava's Suffer Score. This triathlon watch usually rings in at $400 but Amazon trims down its price by 20%.

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Amazon is running a 20% sale on Fitbit’s latest fitness tracker, the Charge 3

Amazon is currently running a sale on FitBit's latest fitness tracker, the Charge 3 that brings standard price of $150 down by 20%. For $120, you get to arm your wrist with a slick wearable that you can take almost anywhere.

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Amazon discounts this snazzy Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch by 29% less

The Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch usually wears a $350 price tag but Amazon hands it over to you for 29% less. This is your chance to be pretty in pink (or rose gold for that matter) for the sale price of $246.

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It’s time to check out the best Apple Watch deals for August 2019

The Apple Watch has surged to prominence in recent years. If you're in the market for an iOS wearable, we've sniffed out the best Apple Watch deals available right now for all three models of this great smartwatch.

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bONE Tech’s IceBRKR is the First Ever Ski Goggles with Bone Conduction Audio & Bluetooth 5.0 MESH

Italian lifestyle brand bONE Tech has introduced IceBRKR – the world’s first ski goggles to integrate bone conduction audio and Bluetooth 5.0 MESH Intercom technology. The goggles are designed to make the skiing or snowboarding experience safer and more entertaining. The Kickstarter Campaign, which was launched on August 8 raised $46,265, surpassing its funding goal of $30,000 USD in just a few days.

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IceBRKR provides a comfortable fit with its patented bendable arms that pivot to assure gentle but constant contact between the transducer and the user’s ears. It delivers amazing sound for making calls or listening to music all while allowing users to hear what’s going on around them. The arms’ patented design is so flexible that users can also choose to place them directly over their helmet to give an incredible 360-degree sound experience (sound is delivered through the vibrations of the helmet shell). The audio perception is perfect, and in stereo without resorting to using headphones, earphones and external microphones, making the sound experience complete and comfortable, said the company in a press release.

“IceBRKR is the answer to staying as connected as you want to be on the slopes,” said CEO Marco Collini, founder of bONE Tech. “You can take calls, listen to music or podcasts, all without removing your gloves or mask or blocking out the sound around you.”

With its incorporated Bluetooth 5.0 MESH Intercom technology, IceBRKR recognizes compatible MESH devices that are paired together (from 2 to 18 devices) and easily connects with them at a radius of up to 1 mile. The pairing is intuitive, and once initiated, remains active lasting for 72 hours in stand-by and 24 in continuous use. When the system recognizes the devices, it will pair immediately.

Functions such as the control and the on/off button are located on the lower part of the goggles’ frame. Also located on the lower part of the frame are an App control key and the conference function activation key (with pairing modes).

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A light/sound feedback (blue/red LED) signals the connection and pairing active/dropped with other IceBRKR masks and/or devices. The incorporated bi-directional microphone is located near the vocal emission source.  The buttons are “invisible” but naturally accessible without having to remove the glove or look at the frame.

IceBRKR’s impeccable design features a magnetic, swappable dual lens with proprietary geometry that mimics the anatomical curvature of the eye to maximize peripheral vision and minimize distortion, as well as polarized lenses with an iridium coating to minimize glare and heighten contrast.

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Casio slims down latest sporty Edifice connected watch, adds desirable new tech

Casio's newest Edifice connected watch wraps some helpful Bluetooth-enabled features up inside a slimline case, which is 30% slimmer than its older models. Plus it adds desirable sapphire crystal over the face too.

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Fitbit Ace 2 review

Fitbit's Ace 2 fitness tracker encourages kids to get fit and stay fit. The affordable price tag and kid-centric design make the Ace 2 a must-have -- especially if you're already a part of the Fitbit family.

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Apple Joins Eli Lilly to Study How iPhone and Apple Watch Can Detect Signs of Dementia

Apple has been continuing its efforts to establish itself in the healthcare platform by adding health monitoring features to its iPhone and smartwatch. Now, the company has teamed up with Eli Lilly to see if data from Apple devices can help identify early signs of dementia. The results of the feasibility study showed that sensors from consumer-grade devices like iPhones, Apple Watches, iPads and Beddit sleep monitors can spot mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer’s disease.

Related German Researchers Develop Sensor-Packed Wristband to Improve Lives of Dementia Patients

“Over the past few years, we’ve seen how data and insights derived from wearables and mobile consumer devices have enabled people living with health conditions, along with their clinicians, to better monitor their health,” Nikki Marinsek, data scientist at Evidation Health and the study’s first author, said in a statement. “We know that insights from smart devices and digital applications can lead to improved health outcomes but we don’t yet know how those resources can be used to identify and accelerate diagnoses. The results of the trial set the groundwork for future research that may be able to help identify people with neurodegenerative conditions earlier than ever before.”

For the study, the team recruited 113 participants, of whom 31 were suffering from dementia and other cognitive impairments. The control group of 82 participants were free from any type of cognitive ailments. All participants were provided an iPhone, Apple Watch and Beddit sleep tracker and were asked to refrain from treating symptoms with medication during the test phase.

The researchers used sensors in the iPhone to track steps taken, while data was pulled from apps that incorporate typing functions. The handset was also used to conduct a daily survey. Apple Watch tracked movement, heart rate, workout sessions, app usage, breathe sessions, hours standing and other metrics, while Beddit was employed to measure a user’s circadian rhythm.

The study found that people with symptoms of cognitive decline typed more slowly, typed less regularly and sent fewer text messages than healthy participants. They also have a greater reliance on support apps and are less inclined to fill out surveys. Still, the researchers said there are limitations to the study, which didn’t draw any long-term conclusions because more analysis is needed.

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There’s also the risk of presenting results to patients because of the increased anxiety it can cause. Plus, the authors write, there’s not much people can do to stem the decline.

The study will be discussed on Thursday at a conference in Alaska.

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The future has arrived. Want proof? Check out these amazing robotic exoskeletons

Sci-fi is full of amazing wearable robots which can be used by humans to increase their capabilities. But real life is fast catching up. Here are some of the best real robot exosuits.

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The best Apple Watch cases

The Apple Watch face is plenty sturdy, but if you're out working or on a rugged adventure, there may be a shockproof, waterproof Apple Watch case in your future to protect against drops, bumps, and moisture. We suggest a few good ones.

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Form Introduces Augmented Reality Swim Goggles that You Can Wear Underwater

Sports Tech company FORM Athletica launched its Form Swim Goggles with an augmented reality display, which enable athletes to see performance metrics they need in the moment. The goggles can be worn underwater.

The device is soft like a combination of Google Glass-style AR heads-up display and Fitbit-style tracking. It is meant specifically and exclusively for swimming.

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The smart display delivers metrics like split times, distance, and more—intelligently, as you swim. Developed in collaboration with top competitive swimmers and coaches, the FORM Swim Goggles are the missing piece in every swimmer’s swim bag, according to FORM.

The googles work on either eye, you just need to turn them over (and flip the display orientation).

“Head to a pool and the only thing you need to do is tell the goggles the width of the pool you’re jumping in to. There are pre-selected options for the most common sizes, 25 meters, 25 yards, 50 meters or 50 yards, or the option for a custom size. You pick if you’re planning to do laps or drills, and you’re ready to swim, in the care of the system and its algorithms, designed to detect your swimming style,” reports EndGadget.

The see-through smart display is built right into the goggles’ lens, delivering metrics without obstructing your vision.

The premium design features a hydrodynamic profile and high-grade materials, with 5 included nose bridge sizes for a watertight seal and an optimal fit.

About durability, the goggles are said to have FDA-certified silicone eye seals and the same permanent, chemical-resistant anti-fog used in diving masks. They’re also covered under a one-year limited warranty.

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Along with the googles, the FORM Swim App is also available to download for iOS and Android. The app lets you customize the metrics displayed in the goggles, review your swims out of the pool, and share your workout stats with your coach. The app can be downloaded for free from the iOS App Store and Google Play.

The goggles can be ordered via www.formswim.com for $199, and shipping is free across the U.S. and Canada.

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Get the uber-chic Michael Kors Access Sofie smartwatch for $178 off from Amazon

Michael Kors is known for making ready-to-wear clothes for the sophisticated woman. His company has branched out into making wearables, including the uber-chic Michael Kors Access Sofie smartwatch, which you can get for $217 on Amazon.

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Huawei reveals HarmonyOS, an operating system that’s not for phones — yet

Huawei has finally unveiled its own, long-discussed operating system, called HarmonyOS. It's designed for tablets, wearables, computers, cars, and smart screens; but crucially it won't be coming to smartphones -- yet.

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University of Houston Researchers Develop Super Thin Wearable That’s Barely Noticeable to the Wearer

With the growing popularity of medical wearables, demand is rising for thin wearables that can be used to collect and store important health information about the wearer. Devices currently available in the market are bulky to wear, offer slow response times and suffer a drop-in performance over time. Researchers at the University of Houston have now developed a wearable device that is so thin it’s barely noticeable to the user and lighter than a Band-Aid but can track and record important health information.

Read more Soft Wearable Health Monitor Continuously Measures ECG, Breathing, Heart Rate

The device allows the wearer to move naturally and is less noticeable than wearing a Band-Aid, said Cunjiang Yu, Bill D. Cook Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Houston and lead author for the paper, published as the cover story in Science Advances, reports University of Houston.

“Everything is very thin, just a few microns thick,” said Yu, who also is a principal investigator at the Texas Center for Superconductivity at UH. “You will not be able to feel it.”

The new device can be used as a prosthetic skin for a robotic hand or other robotic devices, with a robust human-machine interface that allows it to automatically collect information and relay it back to the wearer.

“What if when you shook hands with a robotic hand, it was able to instantly deduce physical condition?” Yu asked – as well as for situations such as chemical spills, which are risky for humans but require human decision-making based on physical inspection.

A metal oxide semiconductor on a polymer base, offers manufacturing advantages and can be processed at temperatures lower than 300 C.

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“We report an ultrathin, mechanically imperceptible, and stretchable (human-machine interface) HMI device, which is worn on human skin to capture multiple physical data and also on a robot to offer intelligent feedback, forming a closed-loop HMI,” the researchers wrote. “The multifunctional soft stretchy HMI device is based on a one-step formed, sol-gel-on-polymer-processed indium zinc oxide semiconductor nanomembrane electronics.”

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Under Armour Edition: Everything you need to know

Samsung and Under Armour have announced the new Galaxy Watch Active 2 Under Armour Edition. Able to connect with Under Armour's HOVR series of connected running shoes, Samsung's watch is the first wearable to be able to do so.

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Withings Move review

Withings goes back to the basics in the right way with the Move fitness watch. It's one of our favorite affordable fitness watches thanks to its colorful design and competent fitness tracking.

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AlterEgo: Wearable That Lets You Give Voice Command by Reading Your Unspoken Thoughts

What if Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant could read your mind and act according to what you are thinking? That may soon be possible with a new gadget called AlterEgo, created by MIT Media Lab graduate student Arnav Kapur. The device could help a person with speech impediment or be used to dictate words for a computer to read out.

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“Our idea was: could we have a computing platform that’s more internal, that melds human and machine in some ways and that feels like an internal extension of our own cognition?”, said Kapur.

Kapur’s device resembles a jawbone hooked around the ear and attached to the user’s face between lip and chin. AlterEgo Uses a bone conduction system to hear and respond to the wearer’s internal voice via electrodes attached to the skin.

Although it doesn’t actually read the electrical signals from your brain, AlterEgo lets you silently ask questions, and then either have the answer fed back to you via bone-conduction technology. For a person with a speech impediment, it could also be used to dictate words for a computer to read out, reports Digital Trends.

Kapur envisions it as a new form of computer, which can be used in a way that is less demanding of your attention than tapping and swiping on a smartphone and more intimate than giving commands at Alexa. Though the device is still just a prototype, he imagines it being helpful in our everyday life.

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“Throughout the history of personal computing, computers have always been external systems or entities that we interact with: desktops, smartphones, artificial intelligence tools, and even robots,” Kapur told Digital Trends. “Could we flip this paradigm? Could we augment and extend human abilities and weave the powers of computing and machine intelligence as an intrinsic human cognitive ability.”

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Global Smart Contact Lenses Market 2019-2026: Size, Share, Top Vendor, Trends and Demand

A new report by MRS Research Group on Smart Contact Lenses market studies the intense structure of the Smart Contact Lenses market. The report breaks down the business from a 360-degree point of view from the essential market information and moving to various critical aspects which empowers the user to gain details of the ecosystem of the Smart Contact Lenses market. This report provides a full prediction of global Smart Contact Lenses market based on CAGR which offered report in terms of % for the forecasted period. This will help the users to make definite decisions based on prediction chart, reports Industry Updates.

This report evaluates the growth drivers, restraining factors, and opportunities at length. The examination of the prominent trends, driving forces, and the challenges assist the market participants and stakeholders to understand the issues they will have to face while operating in the worldwide market for Smart Contact Lens in the long run.

The report values Global Smart Contact Lenses market at USD XX million in 2016 and is expected to reach USD XX million by the end of 2022, growing at a CAGR of XX% between 2016 and 2022.

The key players covered in this study – Sensimed AG, Google, Samsung, Sony, PEGL, Research Institute, KAIST, Ghent University, Belgium.

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Geographically, this report is segmented into several key Regions, with production, consumption, revenue (million USD), market share and growth rate of Smart Contact Lenses in these regions, from 2012 to 2022 (forecast), covering:

• North America
• Europe
• China
• Japan
• Southeast Asia
• India

On the basis of product, this report displays the production, revenue, price, market share and growth rate of each type, primarily split into

• Disposable Type
• Frequent Replacement Type

On the basis on the end users/applications, this report focuses on the status and outlook for major applications/end users, consumption (sales), market share and growth rate of Smart Contact Lenses for each application, including

• Medical Field
• Military Field
• Social Entertainment
• Others

Additionally, the Smart Contact Lenses report provide insights on the existing laws, policies, along with guidelines which makes the document useful for managers, analysts, business consultants and different key individuals to study and understand market trends, drivers and market challenges.

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Best smartwatch deals for August 2019: Samsung, Fitbit, and Apple Watch sales

Smartwatches make life easier by sending alerts right on your wrist. Many also provide fitness-tracking features. If you're ready to take the plunge into wearables and want to save money, here are the best smartwatch deals for August 2019.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Under Armour Edition: Everything you need to know

Samsung and Under Armour have announced the new Galaxy Watch Active 2 Under Armour Edition. Able to connect with Under Armour's HOVR series of connected running shoes, Samsung's watch is the first wearable to be able to do so.

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Get the Fossil Gen 4 Venture HR women’s smartwatch for $96 less on Walmart

Smartwatches have proven to be great gadgets that help us stay connected. Walmart has slashed $96 off the $275 price tag attached to the Fossil Gen 4 Venture HR Women's Smartwatch. 

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Amazon drops huge discounts on Kate Spade, Fossil, and Michael Kors smartwatches

Today’s smartwatches are a far cry from the bulky, rubberized devices of yesteryear. Fashion-forward brands like Fossil and Kate Spade have joined the trend as well, and we found some models that are discounted on Amazon.

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How to watch Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked August 2019 event live this afternoon

The Galaxy Unpacked event for August 2019 is almost upon us, and Samsung's biannual event is set to really pack in the reveals. But how do you watch it live? Here's how to watch Galaxy Unpacked.

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Snag a renewed 46mm Samsung Galaxy Watch on Amazon for an unbelievable 47% off

Samsung has branched out into making wearables, launching the Galaxy Watch in 2017. The Galaxy Watch looks unmistakably high-end. Amazon is offering the 46mm Galaxy Watch for $210.

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Note 10 Plus? Here’s what to expect from Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked on August 7

Galaxy Unpacked is Samsung's major event for big reveals, and this year's August event is going to be no different. From the Galaxy Note 10, to further information on the Galaxy Fold, here's everything to expect.

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Fossil Introduces Gen 5 Smartwatches with Wear OS and Preloaded Cardiogram

Soft Wearable Health Monitor Continuously Measures ECG, Breathing, Heart Rate

Continuous, long-term monitoring of health is important for treatment process; it provides doctors with subtle information about the patient’s health. However, children, elderly, and people with various conditions often have difficulty wearing body-worn sensors. Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed a wireless wearable device that can be worn on the body for long-term to measure a range of physiological signals.

Related Wireless, Soft, Flexible Sensors Show Promise in Monitoring Premature Babies

The soft and conformable monitor can measure electrocardiogram (ECG), heart rate, respiratory rate and motion activity data as much as 15 meters to a portable recording device such as a smartphone or tablet computer. The electronics are mounted on a stretchable substrate and connected to gold, skin-like electrodes through printed connectors that can stretch with the medical film in which they are embedded, reports Georgia Tech News Center.

“This health monitor has a key advantage for young children who are always moving, since the soft conformal device can accommodate that activity with a gentle integration onto the skin,” said Woon-Hong Yeo, an assistant professor in the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering and Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. “This is designed to meet the electronic health monitoring needs of people whose sensitive skin may be harmed by conventional monitors.”

Because the device conforms to the skin, it avoids signal issues that can be created by the motion of the typical metal-gel electrodes across the skin. The device can even obtain accurate signals from a person who is walking, running or climbing stairs.

“When you put a conventional electrode on the chest, movement from sitting up or walking creates motion artifacts that are challenging to separate from the signals you want to measure,” he said. “Because our device is soft and conformal, it moves with the skin and provides information that cannot be seen with the motion artifacts of conventional sensors.”

The monitor uses three gold electrodes embedded in the film that also contains the electronic processing equipment. The entire health monitor is just three inches in diameter, and a more advanced version under development will be half that size. The wireless monitor is now powered by a small rechargeable battery, but future versions may replace the battery with an external radio-frequency charging system.

“The monitor could be worn for multiple days, perhaps for as long as two weeks,” Yeo said. “The membrane is waterproof, so an adult could take a shower while wearing it. After use, the electronic components can be recycled.”

Related UC-Berkeley Researchers Develop Flexible Sensor to Map Blood-Oxygen Levels Across the Body

The researchers developed two versions of the monitor. One is based on medical tape and designed for short-term use in a hospital or other care facility, while the other uses a soft elastomer medical film approved for use in wound care. The latter can remain on the skin longer, the Georgia Tech report said.

“The devices are completely dry and do not require a gel to pick up signals from the skin,” Yeo explained. “There is nothing between the skin and the ultrathin sensor, so it is comfortable to wear.”

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MIT’s AlterEgo system gives wearers an A.I. assistant in their heads

Imagine having an A.I. assistant in your head, capable of feeding you information without you needing to say a single word? That perfectly describes the AlterEgo wearable. Here's how it works.

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Amazon slices 35% off select Fossil Men’s Gen 4 Explorist HR smartwatches

Fossil just launched its fifth-generation smartwatches, which means we'll begin to see great deals on last year's models. Amazon has once again dropped the price of the Gen 4 Explorist HR, cutting another $20 off the price from previous sales.

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Ticwatch E Smartwatch gets an awesome $48 price cut on Amazon

If you are still searching for the best smartwatch to wear, you’re in luck. Amazon has stripped $48 away from the normal $160 price of the Ticwatch E Smartwatch. Now you can get your very own for the lovely price of only $112.

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Want a robotic tail? Well, Japanese scientists built one for you anyway

Ever wanted a robot tail? Developed by researchers at Keio University in Japan, this artificial biomimicry-inspired tail is designed to help improve the balance of wearers. Here's how.

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Walmart drops a massive price cut on the Garmin Fenix 5X Sapphire smartwatch

There are still a few more days left to enjoy summer. What better way to spend it than to do some outdoor activities? Track your fitness journey with a fitness tracker such as the Garmin Fenix 5X.

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Researchers Find Neuro Biomarkers to Create Smart Brain Stimulators for Parkinson’s Treatment

Note 10 Pro? Here’s what to expect from Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked on August 7

Galaxy Unpacked is Samsung's major event for big reveals, and this year's August event is going to be no different. From the Galaxy Note 10, to further information on the Galaxy Fold, here's everything to expect.

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KIST Researchers Develop Hydrogel-Based High-Performance Sensors for Wearables

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 vs. Apple Watch Series 4: Specs comparison

Samsung has refined and upgraded with the Galaxy Watch Active 2, but how does it compare to smartwatch leader, the Apple Watch Series 4? We pit the two against each other in several categories to find out which is best for you.

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It’s time to check out the best Apple Watch deals for August 2019

The Apple Watch has surged to prominence in recent years. If you're in the market for an iOS wearable, we've sniffed out the best Apple Watch deals available right now for all three models of this great smartwatch.

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Amazon has the best deal on Apple Watch Series 4, now discounted $50 off

The Apple Watch Series 4 has everything you could want in a smartwatch - great aesthetics, unparalleled functionality, seamless operation, and enhanced fitness tracking. Get it for $50 less on Amazon for $349.

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Amazon deal offers the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier smartwatch for just $164

Amazon is offering a renewed version of the Samsung Gear S3 for $164 but you can opt for one that's new for $280. Samsung typically sets the price of this smartwatch at $300, so you get a good deal no matter the cost.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 vs. Watch Active: Spec comparison

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 offers a raft of improvements over its predecessor, but it also costs more. We take a look at precisely what sets these smartwatches apart and highlight the pros and cons in this spec comparison.

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