Garmin has introduced the Cirqa Smart Band, its first screenless wearable designed for health and fitness tracking without display distractions. Priced at $200, it offers 10-day battery life, tracks over 80 activities, and monitors various health metrics via the Garmin Connect app.
Women are increasingly using fitness trackers, such as Oura rings, to detect early signs of pregnancy and miscarriage, often before traditional tests. While offering early insights, this trend is also leading to significant anxiety and obsession with data, prompting experts to caution about reliability and the need for more research.
This guide reviews the top smartwatches for Android and Samsung users, fitness trackers for beginners and classic watch enthusiasts, and specialized devices like heart rate monitors. It also covers the best walking pads for various needs and a range of massage guns, from budget-friendly options to advanced models for athletes, highlighting features, pricing, and discounts.
Lumysi has released a new fitness tracker disguised as a stylish, screen-free metal bracelet. It measures heart rate, blood oxygen, skin temperature, and movement, syncing data to a smartphone app that provides 'plain language insights'.
A review of 17 power banks tests their ability to charge various devices, from smartphones to laptops. Key specifications like wattage, voltage, and capacity (mAh) are crucial for compatibility. The article highlights top picks for overall performance, budget, portability, and specific device charging needs.
The Fitbit Air challenges the subscription-based fitness tracker market with a one-time $100 cost, offering core features without extra fees, unlike competitors like Oura and Whoop.
New research suggests individuals with lower cardiorespiratory fitness need 30-50 more minutes of weekly exercise than the fittest to achieve the same reduction in cardiovascular risk. The study analyzed UK Biobank data, finding that while 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity offers protection, optimal benefits require higher volumes for the deconditioned.
Mumbai Indians suffered an eight-wicket defeat to Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk in IPL 2026. During the match, Tilak Varma was struck on the wrist by a delivery from CSK pacer Jamie Overton, causing his WHOOP fitness tracking band (worth approximately Rs 28,000) to dislodge. After receiving medical attention, Varma resumed batting. CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad scored an unbeaten 67 to guide his team to victory, while Mumbai Indians continue to struggle with just two wins in nine matches.
The pet fitness tracker market is projected to grow to $450m (£333m) by 2035, but veterinary experts are divided on their value. While owners like Bryan Becker credit the devices with helping manage his anxious dog's medication dosage, Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux of the British Veterinary Association warns they are costly and could cause needless worry. Supporters argue pets hide pain instinctively and trackers enable early intervention, while critics emphasise that day-to-day observations and veterinary expertise remain essential.
