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CES 2017: Polar’s new wearable is a smart shirt for athletes

Let’s face it. The wrist is probably not the best place to stick a bunch of sensors. Not if we

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Will smartwatches save the Swiss watch industry?

January 2, 2017 Marko Maslakovic Smartwatch 2 min read

The Swiss watch industry has been facing challenging conditions since 2015. Exports of mechanical watches fell in 2016 to their lowest

Wearables to expect at CES 2017

December 30, 2016 Marko Maslakovic CES 2017, Smartwatch 3 min read

CES is the world’s largest tech convention. Held annually in Las Vegas, this is the place to be if you are

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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

Google to release two smartwatches in early 2017

December 23, 2016 Ivan Jovin Smartwatch 2 min read

Despite a difficult year for smartwatches, Google is forging ahead with its plans to release two flagship wearables in the first

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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

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Six Fitbit Charge 2 upgrades no longer under wraps

December 20, 2016 Ivan Jovin Firmware update 2 min read

Your Charge 2 activity tracker is a bit better from today. Fitbit has just released a software upgrade which adds six new

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Fitbit style Pokémon Go tracker to hit the market soon

December 20, 2016 Ivan Jovin 1 min read

Pokémon Go was widely expected to come to the Apple Watch before the end of 2016, but with just a

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Under Armour’s new shoes know if you are too tired to run

December 16, 2016 Ivan Jovin Smart clothes 2 min read

We have come to associate fitness trackers and heart rate monitors with devices you wear on your wrist or strap around your chest.

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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

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Fossil expands portfolio with Diesel, Armani and Kate Spade hybrid smartwatches

December 14, 2016 Ivan Jovin Smartwatch 1 min read

Fossil Group officially unveiled today plans for three more brands to join its smartwatch lineup. The Diesel, Kate Spade and the Emporio

US government launches wearable alcohol monitor competition

December 13, 2016 Dusan Johnson 1 min read

Nearly 90,000 people in the US die annually from alcohol related issues. Drunk driving alone leads to more than 9,900 deaths.

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Flex 2 gets gets low-battery notifications and goal celebrations

December 8, 2016 Ivan Jovin 2 min read

If you are the proud owner of a Flex 2, you’ll be happy to know that from today, your fitness

Wearables still suffering from high abandonment rate

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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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