Dan Bracaglia
Dan Bracaglia covers fitness and consumer technology with an emphasis on wearables for Tom's Guide. Based in the US Pacific Northwest, Dan is an avid outdoor adventurer who dabbles in everything from kayaking to snowboarding, but he most enjoys exploring the cities and mountains with his small pup, Belvedere. Dan is currently training to climb some of Washington State's tallest peaks. He's also a big photography nerd.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
The Amazfit Helio is my favorite smart ring — here’s why its sudden price drop is a problem
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Helio Ring is now just $199 with no subscription costs. Here's why that may be a bad thing
Amazfit Helio Ring review: I may never track my sleep with a smartwatch again
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Amazfit Helio Ring is a more affordable alternative to the Oura Ring Gen 3 and Samsung Galaxy Ring, and nearly as good.
We've tested the best smart rings for tracking your health without a watch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We've tested the best smart rings available right now to help you find a finger-based tracker to record your steps, sleep, and skin temperature.
I’ve never bought a smart ring, but the Oura Ring 4 might make me change my mind
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
5 reasons why the Oura Ring 4 may be the first smart ring I buy.
Sleep apnea detection finally comes to Apple Watch — here's how to set it up
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Apple Watch finally has sleep apnea detection, here's how to use this important health feature.
iOS 18.1 will bring this handy Apple Intelligence feature to your Apple Watch — and you can try it right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
You’ll also need an iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence, though
Google is slowly killing Fitbit — should you still buy one?
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Google is shuttering Fitbit.com and ending the popular Versa and Sense smartwatch lines. Here's what you need to know about Fitbit's future.
Oura's app is getting a major update — here's what's new
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
A fresh-faced Oura app is here and you don't even need the latest Oura Ring to try all the new features and insights.
Apple Ring — everything we know so far about the rumored smart ring
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Here's what we know so far about the rumored Apple Ring, including what to expect in terms of design and features.
Garmin's best-looking smartwatch finally gets the feature we really want
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Garmin Lily 2 Active sports a GPS for just $50 more than the standard Garmin Lily 2.
I hiked 9 miles with the Apple Watch SE vs. Pixel Watch 3 vs. Garmin Forerunner 165 — 5 things I learned
By Dan Bracaglia published
With the help of two friends, I hiked nine miles and up 2,000 feet to test the accuracy of three popular smartwatches.
Best running watches of 2024
By Jessica Downey last updated
Our runners spent time with dozens of the best running watches to find the best models for you and your training.
Best bike lights in 2024: Tested and reviewed
By Dan Cavallari last updated
The best bike lights we've tested, including the best front and rear bike lights to keep you safe, as well as the best bike light sets.
Samsung Galaxy Ring vs. Oura Ring — which smart ring wins?
By James Frew, Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Ring and Oura Ring are the two most popular wellness-tracking smart rings in 2024. Here's what sets them apart.
Apple’s new tool for ocean lovers is free on your Apple Watch —here’s how to use it
By Dan Bracaglia published
watchOS 11 brings Apple's awesome tide-tracking app the Apple Watch models. Use it to catch a crispy wave or snap that perfect sunset pic.
Apple Watch 10 vs. Pixel Watch 3: Which smartwatch wins?
By Dan Bracaglia published
Who made the better smartwatch this year, Apple or Google? Here's how the Series 10 and Pixel Watch 3 compare across multiple categories.
The best Apple Watch in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
What is the best Apple Watch? Here’s everything you’ll want to consider when choosing from Apple's present lineup.
Apple’s best tool for world travelers is now on your Apple Watch — here’s how to use it
By Dan Bracaglia published
watchOS 11 supports on-wrist translations for 20 languages; here's how to use the Translate app on your Apple Watch.
The best Apple Watch apps in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
These are the best Apple Watch apps for getting the most out of your smartwatch.
How to pause Activity Rings on your Apple Watch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Pause your Apple Watch Activity Rings or adjust your goals in five easy steps.
Apple’s best safety feature is now on your Apple Watch — here’s how to use it
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
watchOS 11 supports Apple's Check In safety feature. Here's how to use it on your Apple Watch.
I biked 9 miles wearing the Pixel Watch 3 vs. Galaxy Watch 7 — and the results surprised me
By Dan Bracaglia published
I tested the latest Android smartwatches on a weekend bike ride around Seattle.
Google Pixel Watch 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: which Android smartwatch should you buy?
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Google Pixel Watch 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: Which Android smartwatch should you get? We have answers.
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