Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
I powered around CES 2026 with some help from an ultra-lightweight exoskeleton
Exoskeletons are getting smaller, lighter, and more comfortable. And I'm here for it.
I finally splurged on a pair of Apple AirPods Pro 2 — and I'll never wear cheap earbuds again
Apple announced the AirPods Pro 3 just a month before I purchased the AirPods Pro 2. Here's why I'm completely satisfied with my purchase.
7 Apple Watch apps to help you get the most out of your new smartwatch
My favorite third-party apps for Apple Watch will help you meditate, blaze new trails, run faster, and navigate more efficiently.
How to set up and pair your new Apple Watch
Just got a new Apple Watch? Here's how to set it up and pair it with your iPhone in a handful of quick and easy steps.
Just got a new Oura Ring? Here's how to set it up like a pro
Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get your new Oura Ring paired with your phone and track your health in just a handful of easy steps.
7 Apple Watch features to try first — from wellness tools to gesture controls
Your new Apple Watch is absolutely jam-packed with handy features to help you stay connected, safe, healthy, and organized. These are my favorites as a smartwatch reviewer
I walked 5,500 steps with the Apple Watch 11 vs Apple Watch SE 3 — And the results are surprising
Is the Apple Watch 11 or the Apple Watch SE 3 a better fitness tracker? I wore one on either wrist and sauntered about to find out.
5 wearable tech predictions for 2026 — from futuristic Fitbits to the ever-elusive Apple Ring
From likely releases from Apple and Fitbit to long shots, these are the smartwatch and smart ring debuts I'm hoping for most in the new year.
I've tested the best smart rings for tracking your health — and these are my favorites
Forget a smartwatch or fitness tracker, the future of discreet, at-home wellness tracking is smart rings. I've tested every major model from Amazfit to Oura, and these are the four I recommend.
5 reasons to choose the Apple Watch Ultra 3 over the Apple Watch Series 11
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is twice the cost of the Apple Watch Series 11. Here are the five biggest reasons to buy the higher-end model.
How to shop for your first smart ring in 2025 — and start your health-tracking journey
Oura Ring or Samsung Galaxy Ring? Subscription or subscription-free? Here's everything you need to know about buying a smart ring.
5 reasons why the Apple Watch SE 3 is the smartwatch I recommend most
Don't knock Apple's entry-level model. The Apple Watch SE 3 is a better bang for the buck than the Series 11 or Ultra 3. Some may even find it comfier.
How to use the Oura Ring sizing kit to ensure a perfect smart ring fit
Here's how to make the most out of Oura's sizing kit, including advice on scoring one for free.
The Pixel Watch 4 now supports two of my favorite Apple Watch-like gesture controls
The Pixel Watch 4 just got two new gesture controls; ‘smart replies’ also got a major overhaul.
Best fitness trackers: These are the 6 fitness trackers I recommend after testing dozens
I've spent hundreds of hours testing the best fitness trackers and have whittled the list down to my favorite six, including models from Fitbit, Garmin and Amazfit.
The new Pebble smart ring has a built-in mic and costs just $75 — here’s why I can’t wait to try one
Old-school smartwatch maker Pebble is back with a revolutionary take on the smart ring. Meet the Index 01.
Garmin vs Apple — who makes the better smartwatch in 2025?
To help you choose whether the Apple Watch or a Garmin smartwatch makes more sense for you, I've compared the two brands across eight categories.
Apple Watch SE 3 vs Apple Watch SE 2022 — Is the new model worth the upgrade?
I've run an Apple Watch SE 3 vs. Apple Watch SE 2022 comparison across seven categories to help you choose a smartwatch.
Garmin’s 2025 fitness report is out — and one activity in particular exploded in popularity
Based on data from millions of users, Garmin has put together a trend report for 2025, and these activities are surging in popularity.
These 5 smartwatches are still on sale — including the latest from Apple and Garmin
The latest smartwatches from Apple, Garmin, Google, and Samsung continue to sell for their lowest price ever.
I'm tracking the best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals LIVE! Biggest discounts on Apple Watch 11, SE and Ultra 3 right now
I'm vetting the Best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals as they drop, helping you save big on the Apple Watch 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch SE 3 and more.
11 best Patagonia Cyber Monday gorpware deals worth shopping right now
Patagonia staples like jackets, fleeces, puffers, pull-overs, and more are all deeply discounted right now. As an outdoor gear tester, these are my 11 top picks.
RIP Fitbit? 5 alternatives to Fitbit’s best trackers and smartwatches
These are the best replacements for popular Fitbit products like the Inspire 3, Charge 6 and Versa 4.
