Dan Bracaglia is the Tom’s Guide editorial lead for all things smartwatches, fitness trackers and outdoor gear. With 15 years of experience as a consumer technology journalist testing everything from Oura Rings to instant cameras, Dan is deeply passionate about helping readers save money and make informed purchasing decisions. In the past year alone, Dan has assessed major product releases from the likes of Apple, Garmin, Google, Samsung, Polar and many others.
An avid outdoor adventurer, Dan is based in the U.S. Pacific Northwest where he takes advantage of the beautiful surroundings every chance he gets. A lover of kayaking, hiking, swimming, biking, snowboarding and exploring, he also makes every effort to combine his day job with his passions. When not assessing the sleep tracking and heart rate accuracy of the latest tach gadgets, you can find him photographing Seattle’s vibrant underground music community.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia

3 reasons the Galaxy Ring 3 (probably) won’t debut at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Don’t get your hopes up for a Galaxy Ring 2 anytime soon. Despite the original model launching in 2024, the universe suggests an update isn’t in the cards anytime soon.

Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 — all the leaks and rumors so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 may boast better battery life, a comfier design and new health sensors, but its release date is unclear at this time.

Best Apple Watch in 2026: each model tested and rated by our experts
By Jane McGuire last updated
Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Ultra 3 vs. SE 3: Based on our team's tests and reviews, these are the best Apple Watch models for fitness, battery life and value.

I walked 5,500 steps with the Garmin Forerunner 570 vs Amazfit Active Max — and it's not even close
By Dan Bracaglia published
Can a budget running watch take on Garmin's legendary Forerunner series? I decided to find out.

Garmin Instinct 4 wishlist: 3 upgrades I want most in my favorite outdoor adventure watch
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Instinct 3 is a near-perfect rugged smartwatch, but there’s room for improvement. Here are the three biggest upgrades I’m hoping for in a Garmin Instinct 4.

5 reasons this cheap smartwatch could be a Garmin Forerunner 55 killer
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The $169 Amazfit Active Max has the makings of a Garmin Forerunner killer. Here are my top five reasons to consider buying one.

Forget the Apple Watch — your next wearable could be an AI-powered Apple pin
By Dan Bracaglia published
Apple is reportedly working on an AI-powered pin that's the size of an AirTag and packed with mics and cameras. It could also ship as early as 2027.

I walked 7,500 steps with the Apple Watch SE 3 vs Amazfit Active Max — and there's a clear winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
I tested the fitness tracking accuracy of the new Amazfit Active Max versus the Apple Watch SE 3. And I’m genuinely impressed by the results.

7 hidden Apple Watch features I swear by
By Dan Bracaglia published
Here's how to unlock your Apple Watch’s best secret features, from safety and productivity tools to photography hacks and more.

How to wax a snowboard at home — 7 simple steps for a slicker ride
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
It may seem complicated, but you don't have to be Shaun White to grasp the basics of how to wax a snowboard at home. In fact, the process is kind of fun.

I walked 65,000 steps with the Garmin Venu 4 — 5 things I learned
By Dan Bracaglia published
I wore the Garmin Venu 4 for four days while covering the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Here’s what I learned about myself and the smartwatch.

I got barefoot at CES to test the Withings Body Scan 2 — and unlocked tons of longevity insights in just 90 seconds
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Withings BodyScan 2 measures 60 biomarkers to help you better understand your cardiovascular, metabolic, and cellular health, all in the name of longevity.

I just went hands-on with the Aivela Ring Pro: a premium health-tracking smart ring with innovative gesture controls
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Aivela Ring Pro combines health tracking with programmable gesture controls for all your favorite tech gadgets.

Gesture controls, haptic feedback and lawsuits — 7 things that will happen with smart rings this year
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
I just got back from CES 2026, and after seeing over a dozen new smart rings, here are the trends that will dominate this product category for the rest of this year.

I let the Longevity Mirror scan my face at CES 2026 — and it predicted my long-term health outlook in just 30 seconds
By Dan Bracaglia published
I tested the viral ‘Longevity Mirror’ at CES 2026, allowing it to perform a 30-second selfie scan. The results: A set of insights into just how well (or not) you're aging.

I just went hands-on with the RingConn Gen 3 — and it beats even the Oura Ring 4 in several crucial ways
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
RingConn's new flagship has two cool new features and plenty of spec bumps. Here's my first impressions from the CES 2026 show floor.

Best Garmin watch 2026 tested and rated: Top picks to hit your fitness goals this year
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
We put Garmin's best fitness and adventure watches to the test, and these are our top picks for runners, hikers, marathoners, triathletes and casual exercisers alike.

I just went hands-on with the Luna Band fitness tracker — and it beats the Whoop 5.0 in 3 big ways
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Luna Band is a wallet-friendly, subscription, and screen-free fitness tracker that gives the Whoop 5.0 a serious run for the money.

These are the 7 coolest wearable tech gadgets I tried at CES 2026
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
From the latest in smartwatches, smart glasses, and smart rings, to affordable-ish electric-powered exoskeletons.

Best running watches 2026: which one is right for you?
By Jessica Downey last updated
We’ve quite literally done the legwork to find the right watch for your training. Here's our guide to the best running watches in 2025.

My favorite product of CES 2026 is a rideable (and ridiculously fast) electric-powered cargo wagon
By Dan Bracaglia published
I tested Navee’s new electric-powered camping cart at CES 2026 — and I was seriously tempted to ride it right out of the show and back to my hotel.

I just went hands-on with the HoverAir Aqua — and it solves one of my biggest gripes with modern drones
By Dan Bracaglia published
The HoverAir Aqua is a bright orange drone, built for outdoor adventurers and designed to land on water.

I just test rode the ‘Rolls-Royce’ of electric scooters — and I’ve never had so much fun
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Navee UT5 Ultra X is an electric scooter inspired by supercars with a 43mph top speed, disc brakes, dual suspension, and even traction control.
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