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
Apple Watch 10 and Ultra 3 launch — legal woes might kill this major upgrade
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
A major health update to the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch Series 10 devices may not come to fruition due to ongoing litigation.
Forget Patagonia — 5 Outdoor Research Jacket deals (almost) too good to be true
By Dan Bracaglia published
Outdoor Research is having a massive winter sale, and you're invited.
I walked 3,300 steps with the Fitbit Charge 6 and Amazfit Bip 5 — this one was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia published
How does the $85 Amazfit Bip 5 hold up against the $130 Fitbit Charge 6? We found out.
Carhartt winter sale — 5 great deals I'd buy right now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Stay warm and cozy all winter long with savings on Carhartt’s most high-tech cold-weather wear, from hoodies to jackets.
How to wax a snowboard at home — 7 simple steps for a smoother ride
By Dan Bracaglia published
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.
7 Arc’teryx, North Face and Patagonia insulated jacket deals too good to pass up
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
A high-quality synthetic insulated jacket is the secret to staying warm this winter. And, as luck would have it, three of the best are on sale right now.
Apple Watch import ban resumes in the US — what you need to know
By Dan Bracaglia published
Apple will start selling modified Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches with the blood oxygen monitoring feature disabled.
The Samsung Galaxy Ring is real — your move, Apple
By Dan Bracaglia published
The age of the smart ring is at hand. And Samsung is looking to advance its presence in the wearables market, while Apple faces tailwinds.
5 smartwatches to watch in 2024: Apple Watch 10, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and more
By Dan Bracaglia published
With no shortage of major releases on the docket, 2024 is likely to be an exciting year in the world of smartwatches.
CES 2024: This AI-powered exoskeleton can help you trek further, run faster and carry more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Think of it as an electronic assist for your legs. The Hypershell ProX is designed to help outdoor adventurers trek further, run faster and carry more.
Patagonia winter sale — the best insulated jacket I’ve ever owned is 40% off
By Dan Bracaglia published
Patagonia’s winter sale is chock-full of discounts on some of our favorite outdoor gear, especially jackets and vests.
Apple Vision Pro — 7 things that surprise me most about this new spatial headset
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Apple Vision Pro headset will begin shipping on February 2nd. And it won’t be cheap.
Apple Watch ban — how claims of stolen tech forced Apple to pull Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Apple will halt sales of the popular Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 by week's end. Here's what you need to know.
This 4-in-1 gadget could revolutionize at-home health monitoring
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Withings Beamo ‘multiscope’ provides four useful health-monitoring tools in one convenient package.
The Minitailz AI smart collar can track your pet’s heart rate, breathing, location and more
By Dan Bracaglia published
With comprehensive location and biometric tracking, the new Minitailz smart collar wants to be your pet’s new best friend.
Casio G-Shock Rangeman unveiled at CES 2024 — and it could be the toughest smartwatch on earth
By Dan Bracaglia published
The new Casio G-Shock Rangeman GPR-H1000 is jam-packed with health and navigation sensors and built to take on seriously tough adventures.
Garmin’s 2023 fitness report is out — and this intense workout is booming in popularity
By Dan Bracaglia published
Millions of users recorded their workout sessions in 2023 using Garmin’s Connect app. And now we know exactly which activities were most popular.
The most popular running watch in 2023 is this 8-year-old classic
By Dan Bracaglia published
According to 120 million Strava users, an eight-year-old running watch is just fine. We disagree. Here’s what runners gain by upgrading to a modern wearable.
5 trends that will define wearables in 2024 and beyond
By Dan Bracaglia published
Other than better battery life and brighter screens, which trends will most impact tech wearables in 2024? Allow us to be your crystal ball.
This Patagonia Sun Mask is keeping me warm and cozy this winter — and it's just $16 right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
Warm and stylish, my favorite Patagonia gaiter is on sale for just $16 right now.
Your fitness tracker is filthy — start the new year off right with a 15-minute deep clean
By Dan Bracaglia published
Fitness trackers are made to get dirty, but the occasional scrub-down ensures consistent performance and longevity.