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
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Best Garmin watch in 2024
By Jane McGuire, Dan Bracaglia last updated
We put Garmin's GPS-equipped smartwatches to the test and these are our top picks for runners, swimmers, triathletes and more.
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The Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4 just got a massive free software upgrade — here’s what it unlocks
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Fitbit’s latest firmware update unlocks new features, improves tracking accuracy, and provides more sports profiles.
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Google Pixel Watch 3: Everything we know so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
What will Google bring to the table in the next generation of its Wear OS showcase? We look into the crystal ball for the Google Pixel Watch 3.
![REI sale items on a colorful background including a green rain jacket, red thermos, blue headlamp and orange sun hat](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f8h3TrZcdd7FZGrt3mAwef-320-80.jpg)
15 REI summer sale deals I’d buy right now starting at $7
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Take as much as 53% off my favorite outdoor gear and apparel during REI’s summer sale.
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How to pause Activity Rings on your Apple Watch
By Dan Bracaglia published
Pause your Apple Watch Activity Rings or adjust your goals in five easy steps.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 review: impressive AI health tracking in an affordable smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is a modest upgrade over its predecessor, but the new AI-powered insights turn this wearable into a great fitness and wellbeing watch.
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Best hiking boots in 2024 — tested and rated for walks and trails
By John R. Quain, Dan Bracaglia last updated
These are the best hiking boots to in 2024, including the best waterproof hiking boots and the best hiking boots for bad weather.
![Close up of a Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Garmin Forerunner 165 on a user's wrist next to each other with a lime green bike in the background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/af29Y7d8TXEKVutXiGRVsc-320-80.jpg)
I biked 9 miles with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs. Garmin Forerunner 165 — this one won
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Galaxy Watch 7 and Forerunner 165 are both new for 2024. Here's how their fitness-tracking chops compare.
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We've trained with the best sports watches for tracking your outdoor workouts
By Jane McGuire last updated
The best sports watches we've tested have GPS built-in, long battery life and plenty of fitness and heart-tracking sensors to record your training.
![Garmin Forerunner 265 on a wrist with pink flowers out of focus behind](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KjaVBL4SVGGTByGqqLvmeR-320-80.jpg)
Hurry! Prime Day 2024 is over but 5 of my favorite Garmin smartwatches are still reduced
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar, Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 955 are all marked down.
![Fitbit Sense 2 on a user's wrist with a blue Prime Day logo to its left](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tw6yPyodZeF7PjVS7pwFWU-320-80.jpg)
These last-chance Prime Day Fitbit deals slash up to $80 on my 5 favorite fitness trackers — but time's ticking
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Fitbit makes some of the greatest fitness trackers on the market. Here's how to score one for well under retail while the deals still last.
![Apple Watch SE 2022 on a user's wrist with a pink screen and blue Prime Day bade](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DQzJkNqnBQ45Wrr5WE4iT8-320-80.jpg)
I review smartwatches for a living — these are the 9 best Prime Day deals on Apple, Fitbit, Garmin and Samsung
By Dan Bracaglia published
Whether you want a full-blown smartwatch or something more fitness-focused there are still Prime deals to be had.
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Oura Ring Prime Day deal — save big on the Oura Ring 3 before it’s too late
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Oura Ring is rarely on sale, but for Prime Day, you can save 19% off the third-generation smart ring.
![Five pairs of Asics running shoes that are on sale on a colorful background with a Prime Day logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b3eK4cQHuijLXPeNxcyd7G-320-80.jpg)
Prime Day Asics sneaker deals — 7 running shoes I’d buy at up to 57% off
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Asics makes some of the highest-performing running shoes on the market and tons of cool, comfy styles are on sale for Prime Day.
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Amazon Prime Day New Balance deals — 9 sneaker and apparel deals I’d buy right now at up to 55% off
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
New Balance sneakers and apparel are deeply discounted for Amazon Prime Day, including men’s and women’s options.
![Fitbit Charge on a user's wrist with an orange strap and light blue background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FdQZzcsBbziiKa2j4cKoie-320-80.jpg)
Run, don’t walk! My favorite Fitbit is $60 off for Prime Day
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Fitbit Charge 6 is not only one of the best fitness trackers for most people, it's also my go-to device.
![The Apple Watch SE on a green and grey cloth strap showing details from the new Vitals app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zBcdr2JxFdfeu2abbFKkSn-320-80.jpg)
watchOS 11 public beta — I tried the new Apple Watch Vitals health app, here’s how it works and first impressions
By Dan Bracaglia published
I fired up the new Vitals app available on the watchOS 11 public beta. Here’s how it works and what it can tell you about your health.
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What can you get under $100 on Prime Day? Here’s what’s on our wish list
By Alex Wawro last updated
You can get a lot for a little
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Best bike locks in 2024: Tested and rated
By Dan Cavallari last updated
We hacked and cut our way through a bunch of the best bike locks to find which is the most capable of protecting your bike.
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Forget Prime Day deals — 7 great buys from Lululemon’s ‘We Made Too Much’ section
By Dan Bracaglia published
Amazon isn’t the only place you’ll find epic savings on high-end workout apparel.
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Sorry, iPhone users — the new Samsung Galaxy Ring is Android-only
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Apple isn't the only brand with an exclusive walled garden.
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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.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: Price, specs, features, and more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Samsung’s first tough-built, super-premium Galaxy smartwatch takes direct aim at the Apple Watch Ultra series in more than one way.