Tag: Health & Fitness
Trump’s Health Secretary RFK Jr. wants every American to wear a fitness tracker and “take control of their health” – but we have questions
US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says every American should own a wearable The plan could bring major benefits, but also comes with risks We don’t have much information about what the plan entails The best smartwatches and other fitness wearables offer huge potential when it comes to helping…
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This self-driving golf trolley wants to replace your caddy with AI – using video analysis to improve your swing
The Robera Neo is an autonomous golf cart that follows you using AI A built-in camera can record every stroke for instant video analysis It’s already raised more than $300,000 on Kickstarter Golf is no stranger to tech. From the best GPS golf watches to launch monitors, the game has…
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These ‘autofocus’ glasses could soon make bifocals obsolete – by tracking your eyes in real time
French startup IXI is working on glasses with autofocus lenses Built-in sensors track eye movements Liquid crystal lenses adjust focus to match what you’re looking at Squinting to see a sign, tilting your head to look at someone, peering down your nose to read a menu: for millions of far-sighted…
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Nooo! Samsung confirms it’s ‘considering’ following Garmin by adding a premium subscription tier to its Health app
Yes, Samsung is considering a premium subscription tier for Samsung Health This is no rumor – it was confirmed in an interview with Samsung’s Head of Digital Health Advanced coaching features would be included free in new watches, while being locked behind a paywall for older models In these cash-strapped…
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I loved the Whoop MG, but didn’t love the price: that’s why I’m excited about this mysterious new fitness band from a major Garmin rival
Polar is launching a screenless band, confirmed in a recent press release It’s a distraction free wearable set to launch on September 3 Very few details are available, but it will definitely be subscription-free I first learned about Polar when searching for alternatives to the best Garmin watches, but Polar…
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I haven’t even worn the Garmin Venu X1 yet, but it’s already telling me a lot about how the company is changing
Garmin seems as though it’s in the midst of a major course correction, and 2025 is a pivotal year. As someone who’s been reviewing fitness technology, including the best Garmin watches, for many years, there’s certainly been an increase in dramatic shifts in direction for the company in the past…
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