Tattoos can interfere with the sensors in smartwatches and fitness trackers, leading to inaccurate heart rate readings and wrist detection issues. While device makers acknowledge the problem, current workarounds are not ideal, and further research is needed to improve sensor technology.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed SpiderCam, a new 3D camera inspired by jumping spiders' vision. It uses less than one watt of power and estimates depth by comparing image focus differences, potentially enabling battery-powered robots, drones, and wearables.
This article reviews the best sleep trackers and wearables for various sleeper types, featuring devices from Oura, Whoop, and Eight Sleep. It highlights Oura's new Ring 5, emphasizing its smaller size, lighter weight, and AI health coach features.
Clair Health, a startup founded by Stanford graduates, has raised $11.6 million to develop a wearable device and AI-powered voice analysis for tracking women's hormonal health, aiming to provide insights into cycle irregularities, perimenopause, and hormonal fluctuations.
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon revealed the company is developing over 40 AI wearable devices, signaling a shift beyond smartphones. New platforms, Snapdragon Reality Elite and START, aim to power advanced mixed reality and AI-ready devices, including smart glasses.
Snap has launched its augmented reality glasses, "Specs," priced at $2,195. These standalone glasses feature dual displays, two Snapdragon processors, and up to 4 hours of battery life, with a charging case providing an additional 20 hours. Preorders are open now, with shipping expected this fall in the US, UK, and France.
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel unveiled the company's new AR Specs, priced at $2,195, featuring a wider field of view, improved battery life, and a slimmer design. These glasses aim to usher in a new era of computing with contextual AI assistance and a catalog of developer-made AR Lenses.
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon revealed the company is developing over 40 AI-powered device designs, including smart glasses and wearable pins. He predicts AI agents will become the new 'center of gravity' for digital life, shifting focus from smartphones and fundamentally changing user interaction with apps.
El auge de los wearables como Apple Watch o Garmin plantea dudas sobre su fiabilidad científica frente al marketing. Métricas como la frecuencia cardíaca en reposo, HRV y pasos tienen respaldo, pero otras son estimaciones algorítmicas con margen de error. Se recomienda priorizar sensaciones y datos sólidos.
Apple Watch users often face daily charging, prompting a search for alternatives. This report highlights wearables like the Whoop 5.0, Garmin Venu 4, Amazfit Bip 6, CMF Watch 3 Pro, Withings ScanWatch 2, and Oura Ring 5, offering extended battery life from a week to over a month, albeit with varying features and subscription models.
University of Texas at Austin researchers created a wearable jacket using a special textile to harvest water from ambient air, producing 400-900 mL of drinkable water daily, with potential applications in emergencies, medical response, and outdoor activities.
Sharp has released a teaser image on the official AQUOS smartphone website, announcing a new product launch event on June 16, 2026. The event will unveil not only a new smartphone but also a wearable device, hinting at the expansion of Sharp's display and power-saving technologies into new product categories.
England's exam watchdog Ofqual is scrutinizing the use of AI in coursework and warning about new wearable tech like smartglasses and invisible earpieces escalating cheating. Head Ian Bauckham stated the qualifications system is at risk of being undermined.
Wearable health-tech startup Ultrahuman confirmed a data breach on March 27, where hackers accessed customer wellness data after stealing an employee's credentials via malware. Approximately 700 users' data was accessed, though no payment or password information was compromised.
Microsoft showcased two AI-driven hardware concepts: a portable desktop cube and a wearable access badge. These devices aim to provide quick access to AI agents for workers, informing future product development.
Sony has released the REON POCKET 6, a wearable climate device worn around the neck to cool or warm the body. The new model features enhanced cooling duration with its "DUAL thermo module" and improved temperature control, reaching up to 2 degrees Celsius lower than previous models. It also boasts a redesigned, more flexible neckband and integrated exhaust parts for better fit and efficiency.
Consumer sleep trackers are evolving from passive data collection to AI-driven coaching, offering personalized recommendations for healthier habits. This guide reviews top devices like the Oura Ring, Whoop, and Eight Sleep Pod, evaluating their accuracy, comfort, and app features, with a focus on actionable insights over prescriptive directives.
Engadget reviews a high-end ASUS dual-screen laptop, Google's new Fitbit Air fitness tracker, GoPro's advanced Mission 1 Pro action cam, and Sony's premium Collexion headphones. Also covered are Chinese telephoto smartphones, Sennheiser's Momentum 5 Wireless headphones, XGIMI's Titan Noir Max projector, and the Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite gaming headset.
Oura unveils Ring 5, a 40% smaller smart ring designed for sleep, stress, readiness, and heart health, as it moves toward an IPO later in 2026. Priced from £399 and £5.99/month, the company touts continued growth and a global footprint alongside new health software features.
Oura introduces the Ring 5, 40% smaller than its predecessor, with redesigned components, improved health tracking, and new features like Health Radar, AI-powered medical advice, and enhanced data management, available for pre-order at $399-$499.
Google's new Fitbit Air is a tiny, strap-free tracker that syncs with the redesigned Google Health app, featuring an AI Coach powered by Gemini. While the tracker offers basic health metrics and impressive charging speeds, its battery life is shorter than competitors. The AI Coach shows promise in logging data and offering insights but has occasional glitches and requires careful handling regarding medical advice and nutrition suggestions.
Finnish health tech company Oura has confidentially filed for a US IPO, aiming to list on Wall Street. Valued at $11 billion after a recent funding round, the smart ring maker is transitioning to a US parent company.
Araştırma, günlük yürüyüşlerin süresinin, toplam adım sayısından daha önemli olabileceğini gösteriyor. En az 15 dakikalık kesintisiz yürüyüşler yapanlarda ölüm riski %83, kardiyovasküler hastalık riski ise %68 azalıyor.
Bee, an AI wrist gadget acquired by Amazon, records, transcribes, and summarizes conversations. While useful for professional engagements and organization, its extensive data collection and privacy concerns make it potentially too invasive for personal use.
