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Best smart scales: A photo of a woman stood on a smart scale

Best smart scales 2023: Body composition scales for at home use

By Jane McGuire last updated 22 November 23

These are the best smart scales for weighing yourself at home and collecting health and fitness stats, according to our in-house testers.

Fitbit Inspire 3 on the same wrist as an Amazfit Bip 5.

I walked 2,800 steps with the Fitbit Inspire 3 and Amazfit Bip 5 — this one was more accurate

By Dan Bracaglia published 15 November 23

I pitted two popular sub-$100 fitness trackers against each other in a showdown of the steps counted.

G-Shock Move and Fitbit Inspire 3 on the same wrist.

I walked 3,000 steps with the Fitbit Inspire 3 and G-Shock Move — and one was more accurate

By Dan Bracaglia published 13 November 23

In our Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. G-Shock Moves tests, one fitness tracking devices came within 15 steps of perfect accuracy. Can you guess which one?

I'm running a half marathon this weekend — here's the GPS watch and shoes I'm wearing

By Mike Prospero published 11 November 23

The GPS watch and the running shoes I plan to use when running a half marathon this weekend.

A leaked image of the new Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 tracker.

Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 just leaked — what we know so far

By Dan Bracaglia published 9 November 23

Can Samsung's new Galaxy fitness tracker take on popular models from Fitbit and Garmin? Time will tell.

Vivoactive 5 smartwatch in cream gold and ivory

Garmin Vivoactive 5 review: Is it ready to take on the Apple Watch?

By Sam Hopes published 27 October 23

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 has notable upgrades to screen design, size and sports features. It also includes comprehensive sleep and stress tracking to take on the Apple Watch.

Best cheap fitness trackers in 2023

By Jane McGuire last updated 23 October 23

The best cheap fitness trackers under $100 have all of the features you want for running and working out.

a photo of the fitbit charge 6 and the fitbit charge 5

Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Fitbit Charge 5 — here’s the biggest upgrades

By Jane McGuire last updated 12 October 23

Should you buy the Fitbit Charge 6 or the Fitbit Charge 5, and what are the main differences between the two fitness trackers?

The Galaxy Ring could give the Oura Ring (above) a run for its money.

Samsung Galaxy Ring: Everything we know so far

By Mike Prospero last updated 6 October 23

Samsung could be launching a new wearable with the Galaxy Ring. Here's what we know, and what we think.

How to move your Fitbit account to a Google account

By Mike Prospero published 6 October 23

If you're planning on buying a new Fitbit Charge 6, you'll need to switch your Fitbit account to a Google account. Here's how to do it.

Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 get a new double-tap gesture — here’s how it works

By Jane McGuire published 12 September 23

What is Apple's new double-tap gesture and how does it work on the Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2?

Fitbit Charge 5 update is bricking the fitness tracker — what you need to know

By Jeff Parsons last updated 12 July 23

Fitbit Charge 5 owners are flocking to the company's forums to report the latest firmware upgrade is bricking their devices.

A photo of a running watch and phone showing calories burned

I turn off every Apple Watch fitness notification — here’s why

By Jeff Parsons published 26 June 23

Fitness wearables like the Apple Watch deliver a constant stream of notifications to keep you on track. I turn them all off.

How to sync Fitbit with an Android phone

By Jeff Parsons published 16 June 23

Quickly learning how to sync Fitbit with and Android phone will help you make sure your Fitbit tracker or smartwatch stays updated

Apple’s next big fitness feature could be an AI-powered coaching service

By Tom Pritchard published 26 April 23

Apple's next big health and fitness feature could come in the form of an AI coach.

How to add music to your Garmin watch

By Mike Prospero published 7 April 23

You can download music from Spotify, Amazon, Deezer and your computer to your Garmin watch. Here's how to do it.

Fitbit Sense vs. Fitbit Versa 3: Which smartwatch is best for you?

By Mike Prospero last updated 21 March 23

Fitbit Sense vs. Fitbit Versa 3: Which smartwatch should you buy?

I'm ditching Fitbit for the Apple Watch after 10 years — here's why

By Jeff Parsons published 21 March 23

As the Fitbit brand gets subsumed by Google, the real winner is the Apple Watch

Best smartwatch: Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Apple Watch SE (2022) shown on wrist

Best smartwatches in Australia 2023: Top picks for every budget

By Kate Kozuch published 8 February 23

Here are the best smartwatches available for iPhone and Android users based on our testing and reviews.

Fitbit Charge 5 vs. Fitbit Charge 4: Which fitness tracker should you buy?

By Kate Kozuch last updated 3 February 23

This Fitbit Charge 5 vs. Fitbit Charge 4 face-off can help you decide which fitness tracker to buy.

The best blue light blocking glasses in 2023

By Kate Kozuch last updated 11 January 23

The best blue light blocking glasses protect your eyes from long-term computer use damage. Here are the best blue-light-blocking glasses you can buy.

Withings U-Scan is a $500 device that tests your pee

By Mike Prospero published 4 January 23

The Withings U-Scan is an at-home smart urinalysis kit that can test for ovulation, vitamin levels, and more, and send the results to your smartphone.

Fitbit Versa 2 vs. Fitbit Charge 4: Which Fitbit should you get?

By Kate Kozuch last updated 21 November 22

We compared the Fitbit Versa 2 vs. Fitbit Charge 4 to help you decide which fitness tracker is right for you.

Fitbit Sense 2 watch just hit lowest price ever in Amazon Black Friday deal

By Jane McGuire published 4 November 22

The Fitbit Sense 2 just crashed to $199 in this early Black Friday deal - here's how to get it while you can.

Purple Mattress FAQ: Pricing, sizes and how to buy

By Diana Kelly Levey last updated 24 October 22

Here are some answers to all your questions about Purple, its proprietary cushioning technology, and what to expect from a Purple mattress.

a photo of the Fitbit Inspire 3 vs Charge 5

Fitbit Inspire 3 vs Fitbit Charge 5: Which fitness tracker should you buy?

By Jane McGuire published 14 October 22

Should you buy the Fitbit Inspire 3 or the Fitbit Charge 5? We put the two popular fitness trackers side by side.

a photo of the screens on the fitbit inspire 3

Fitbit will require a Google account — what you need to know

By Malcolm McMillan last updated 26 September 22

Google announced that starting in 2023 it will require Fitbit users to switch to a Google account if they get a new Fitbit device or want to take advantage of new features.

Garmin Forerunner 55 review: The best running watch for beginners

By Jennifer Rizzuto last updated 7 September 22

Editor's Choice

Functionality updates bring this smartwatch from basic fitness tracker to expert coach

a photo of the Garmin Vivosmart 5 on the wrist

Garmin Vivosmart 5 review

By Jane McGuire last updated 7 September 22

A review of the Garmin Vivosmart 5 - Garmin's latest fitness tracker. Here's what our fitness editor thought of the Garmin Vivosmart 5

Period-tracking apps respond to Roe v. Wade ruling

By Alan Martin last updated 25 August 22

Period tracking apps Flo and Clue try to calm concerns of users who fear their data could be used against them, now Roe v. Wade has been overturned.

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