Marko Maslakovic, Author at Gadgets & Wearables

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New report demonstrates value of automated health tracking

December 27, 2016 Marko Maslakovic 1 min read

A new research study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, suggests consumers tracking their health data are more likely

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Fitbit drops Jawbone patent challenge

December 25, 2016 Marko Maslakovic 2 min read

The on-going legal saga between Jawbone and Fitbit seems to be simmering down. Fitbit has decided to withdraw a year-old

Qube: low cost LED smart bulb that syncs with your Fitbit

December 23, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Crowdfunding, Wearables 2 min read

The idea of a smart home has existed for some time, but the high cost of implementation has deterred most people from taking the

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Market research firm slashes growth forecast for wearables

December 22, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Smartwatch 2 min read

Heading into 2016 the wearable device market was all the rage, but it seems fitness trackers and smartwatches are not exactly

Naptime: the first smart eyeshade with EEG technology

December 21, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Crowdfunding, Health tracker, Sleep tracker 2 min read

Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right

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Shoppers look to Fitbit and Apple for their first wearable tech

December 20, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Smartwatch 2 min read

Fitbit and Apple top the wishlist for first time shoppers of wearable tech according to a new survey from YouGov,

Wynd: the smart portable air purifier

December 19, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Air quality, Crowdfunding 3 min read

Air pollution has become an inevitable part of daily life for many of us. Microscopic particles much too small to see

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Four great Pebble Watch alternatives

December 17, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Smartwatch 5 min read

If you’ve been reading the news over the past few weeks, you know that Pebble is no more. Fitbit’s acquisition

Felcana: the smart cat & dog health monitor

December 16, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Crowdfunding, Pet tracker 2 min read

Pet owners are increasingly turning to activity trackers to monitor their animal’s health. This shouldn’t surprise anyone since dogs and

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Pebble says its watches will continue to work in 2017

December 15, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Smartwatch 1 min read

Existing owners of Pebble products will be happy to know their watches will continue to work in 2017. There has been no

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Interview: Cut through the noise and discover calm with Spire

December 15, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Health tracker, Stress management 7 min read

Everyone feels stressed from time to time. Some people may cope with stress more effectively, others may not find it as

Pomo Waffle: GPS smartwatch for kids

December 12, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Crowdfunding, Kids wearable 3 min read

If you are thinking about buying your kid a smartwatch, it is important to do some research before deciding on a device. There

Insulog: your automatic insulin tracker

December 9, 2016 Marko Maslakovic Crowdfunding, Health tracker 2 min read

Diabetes is on the rise. According to the World Health Organization, the number of people with the condition has risen from

Wearables still suffering from high abandonment rate

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Flex 2 gets gets low-battery notifications and goal celebrations

Image source: Fitbit[/caption] If you are the proud owner of a Flex 2, you'll be happy to know that from today, your fitness tracker is a little bit smarter. Fitbit has just released a software update that introduces a couple of free upgrades. First off, the budget tracker now offers additional functionality to its Reminders to Move. This is a feature that notifies you 10 minutes before the hour if you haven’t taken 250 steps. With today's tweak, it will also notify you when you hit that step goal by vibrating and flashing magenta and white lights. The second update puts the days of worrying about battery life behind you. The Flex 2 has enough juice to run between 5 and 7 days, depending on use. Now you can know how much battery life is left just by looking at your wrist. If a single red light flashes after your Flex 2 displays your goal progress, it means your device is at 20% battery life. If all features appear to be disabled, tap your Flex 2 twice. If a red light flashes, your battery has been drained. [caption id="attachment_11057" align="alignnone" width="1000"]

Image source: Fitbit[/caption] The Flex 2 is the San Francisco manufacturer's slimmest tracker yet, and for the first time for a Fitbit device is water resistant. The wearable is now 30% smaller than the original model and features a removable core unit and interchangeable slim, classic fitness bands in seven colors. A LED display uses color-coded lights to show progress toward your daily goal, and keeps you connected with call and text notifications. Essential reading: Choosing the right Fitbit tracker More importantly, this is Fitbit’s first swim-proof wristband. The device is water resistant up to 50 meters. Whether you’re in the shower, pool or ocean, it automatically tracks your pool swims including laps, duration and calories burned in the Fitbit app. The Flex 2 is probably one of the best options right now for those on a budget. If you are after a no hassle, discreet tracker that covers the basics, and has a comprehensive app to go along with it, the Flex 2 is a great option.

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