Tag: Fitness Tracking
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Pebble Round 2: Pebble’s Bold Comeback at CES 2026
Introduction: Pebble’s Quiet Return to CES 2026 After years of steady evolution, Pebble re-emerged at CES 2026 with a design that nods to its classic Time Round heritage while embracing contemporary smartwatch expectations. The Pebble Round 2 isn’t just a fresh coat of paint on an old model; it’s a deliberate reinvention that aims to…
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Pixel Watch 4: Why It Restored My Love for Smartwatches
From Indifference to Interest: A Personal Reawakening For years, my wearable story was simple: an analog watch for style, a Xiaomi Band 6 for basic steps, and occasional curiosity about what a smartwatch could really offer. I never felt the pull to upgrade to an Apple Watch, and I didn’t want my life to revolve…
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Top Non-Apple/Samsung/Google Smartwatches Readers Loved This Year
Why non-big-brand smartwatches gained traction This year, thousands of readers chose smartwatches from brands outside the tech giants named in the headline. The appeal isn’t just price — it’s a combination of robust health-tracking features, strong battery life, and practical software experiences that don’t force a proprietary ecosystem. ZDNET experts put each model through rigorous…
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Wyze Introduces Segmented Body Composition Scale with Retractable Handle
Wyze Expands Its Smart Scale Family with Segmented Measurements Wyze has announced a notable upgrade to its lineup of budget-friendly smart scales. The new device takes a step beyond traditional body weight tracking by offering segmented body composition metrics for the arms, legs, and torso. The key differentiator is a retractable handle that enables stable,…
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Is Your Fitness Tracker Failing to Reward Your Real Effort? How to Read the Data Better
Introduction: The Frustration of Accurate Reward Many fitness enthusiasts, like Locky Warner, rely on devices such as Garmin watches to quantify effort, sleep, and daily activity. The promise is simple: the more you move, the more you earn in terms of calories burned, steps counted, and overall progress. Yet in practice, trackers can misrepresent your…
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Why Your Fitness Tracker Isn’t Rewarding Your Effort: Understanding Inaccuracies and How to Improve
Why Your Fitness Tracker Isn’t Rewarding Your Effort For many active people, a fitness tracker is more than a gadget — it’s a trusted badge of daily effort. But what happens when the numbers on your screen don’t align with how hard you’ve worked? From sleep quality to runs and gym sessions, trackers like Garmin,…
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Fitbit Still Has a Place in the Smartwatch Era: Lessons from the Apple Watch SE 3
The smartwatch era isn’t a one-brand race The release cycle for wearables has long looked like a tug-of-war between ecosystems. Apple’s dominance in the mainstream market is undeniable, but Fitbit—now more integrated than ever—continues to carve out a strong niche. The Apple Watch SE 3 model, positioned as an accessible entry point into Apple’s ecosystem,…
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 Review: Power, Durability, and New Features
Overview The Apple Watch Ultra 3 arrives as the rugged pinnacle of Apple’s wearable lineup, continuing the Ultra tradition of pushing performance, endurance, and outdoor readiness. Priced at $1599—the same as last year’s Ultra 2—the Ultra 3 confirms Apple’s commitment to premium, purpose-built smartwatches for athletes, explorers, and professionals who demand reliability in extreme conditions.…
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AirPods Pro 3 Review: Battery Life Trade-Off Revealed
Introduction: A flag-ship upgrade with a caveat Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 land with a familiar promise: industry-leading noise cancellation, health-oriented features, and a seamless Apple ecosystem experience. After a month of daily use, the improvements are clear, but the trade-offs aren’t invisible. This review digs into the real-world performance, especially the battery life paradox, fit…
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AirPods Pro 3 Review: Balancing Battery Life and Better Tech
Introduction: A polished upgrade with a revealing trade-off Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 arrived with the fanfare you expect from a device that sits at the intersection of music, fitness, and everyday tech. After a month of daily use, the positives are clear: smarter noise cancellation, deeper integration with health features, and a sturdier build. The…