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
We've tested the best cheap fitness trackers available right now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We put the best cheap fitness trackers to the test to help you cover the essentials like sleep tracking, steps, and heart rate without breaking the bank.
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.
Apple Watch 10 — 5 ways Apple can beat Pixel Watch 3 and Galaxy Watch 7
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Apple Watch 10 may debut soon. Here are five ways it can one-up the competition with better features and specs.
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.
Best Garmin watch in 2024
By Jane McGuire, Dan Bracaglia last updated
We put Garmin's best fitness and adventure watches to the test, and these are our top picks for runners, swimmers, triathletes and casual exercisers alike.
Garmin Fenix 8: release date, price, specs and features
By Nick Harris-fry last updated
The Garmin Fenix 8 has now launched, with AMOLED and solar charging options in the range, and there’s also a cheaper Fenix E watch to consider.
5 things Apple Watch 10 can learn from Pixel Watch 3
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Apple Watch 10 is coming. Here's what Apple can learn from Google to make it a hit.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 — this one upgrade would convince me to buy one
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The design of the Apple Watch Ultra series isn’t very inclusive but a smaller option might widen its appeal.
L.L. Bean’s massive end-of-season sale is here — 13 deals I’d buy starting at $17
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
L.L. Bean's best sale of the season is happening now. Save up to 66% off some of my favorite techy outerwear.
Smartwatch design is boring — 5 ways Apple, Garmin, Google and Samsung can make it exciting again
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Circle or square? Smartwatch design is dreadfully dull. Here's how brands can shake things up.
5 reasons why I’m excited for the Google Pixel Watch 3
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Google Pixel Watch 3 has a lot of big improvements. Here are the five I'm most jazzed about.
Garmin Fenix 8 images leak alongside a mysterious new model
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
New high-end Garmin smartwatches are expected to be announced soon, including a possibly budget-friendly Apple Watch Ultra 2 alternative.
I finally found the perfect bike helmet for riding at night — and I don’t look like a total dork wearing it
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Lumos Ultra Fly Pro bike helmet boasts a comfortable lightweight design, the latest safety features and support for the brand’s awesome modular lights.
Google Pixel Watch 3 vs. Apple Watch 9: Which smartwatch will win?
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Google Pixel Watch 3 vs. Apple Watch 9: Which smartwatch reigns supreme?
Google just made Fitbit’s best 'premium' feature free for all Pixel Watch 3 owners
By Dan Bracaglia published
Pixel Watch 3 owners won't need to pay for a Fitbit Premium account to access some of the best training tools.
Google Pixel Watch 3 vs. Pixel Watch 2: Which smartwatch should you buy?
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Google Pixel Watch 3 comes in two sizes and boasts a brighter screen with new training tools. Here's how it compares to its predecessor.
Google Pixel Watch 3: Everything you need to know including price, features, sizes and more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Google Pixel Watch 3 XL boasts a 40% larger screen than any Pixel Watch prior.
Pixel Watch 3 unveiled — Google's flagship smartwatch finally comes in two sizes
By Dan Bracaglia published
Google’s new flagship smartwatch boasts a brighter screen, a smaller bezel and new fitness training tools.
Google Pixel Watch 3 — 5 things it needs to convince me to upgrade
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is expected to launch next week; here’s everything I’m hoping for from Google’s latest wrist candy.
I walked 5,600 steps with the Polar Grit X2 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra— this one won
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Polar Grit X2 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra are both built like tanks and packed will adventure-tracking tech. But rugged smartwatch which is more accurate?
Arc’teryx just launched $5,000 e-powered hiking pants — here’s why they're a gamechanger
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Arc'teryx's $5,000 MO/GO pants are here to help you hike longer, better, faster, stronger.
Oura Ring vs. Helio Ring — which smart ring wins?
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
How does the Oura Ring 3 stack up against the new Amazfit Helio Ring? We compare price, features, design and battery.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs. Galaxy Watch 6: Which smartwatch is best for you?
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 boasts an impressive list of refinements over its predecessor, the Galaxy Watch 6, even if the two look nearly identical.
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