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Why I Ditched the Apple Watch for the Fitbit Charge 2

By Monica Chin published 18 August 18

How a simpler, cheaper fitness tracker proved better than a fancy smartwatch.

Your DNA for Sale: 23andMe, Drug Giant Make $300 Million Deal

By Paul Wagenseil published 26 July 18

DNA-test firm 23andMe to share customer gene data with drug co. GlaxoSmithKline for $300 million. Privacy advocates sad but not surprised.

Fitbit Eating Your Cellular Data? Here’s What to Do

By Caitlin McGarry published 11 July 18

The Android version of this fitness-tracking app is burning through data and draining users' phone batteries.

16 Best Alexa Skills for Weight Loss

By Monica Chin published 16 June 18

Alexa makes a great weight-loss coach. Check out these skills for finding a good workout, tracking your calories and sticking to your weight-loss plan.

Fitbit Versa Review Roundup: What Critics Love (and Hate)

By Don Reisinger published 15 June 18

The Fitbit Versa is a great fitness-focused smartwatch for an affordable price, but it’s not perfect. Here’s the pros and cons based on the top reviews.

How Much Fortnite Is Too Much for Kids?

By Bahar Gholipour published 14 June 18

Is Fortnite just having a moment, or is it more addictive than previous games?

First Look: Garmin Adds Music to Vivoactive 3 Smartwatch

By Caitlin McGarry published 13 June 18

Garmin is bringing offline music playback to more of its devices with the launch of the $300 Vivoactive 3 Music.

Acer Leap Beads Bridges Gap Between Spirituality and Tech

By Sherri L. Smith published 11 June 18

Acer has found a way to bring spirituality into the 21st century with its Leap Beads

What Is Sweatcoin, and How Does It Work?

By Don Reisinger published 2 June 18

Sweatcoin is the hottest workout app yet because it pays you for taking steps and getting exercise. Here's what you need to know before you try it.

14 Best Road Trip Gadgets

By Mark Spoonauer, Don Reisinger published 26 May 18

Keep everyone entertained, connected and safe on your next road trip with our top picks.

Plantronics BackBeat Fit Boost Edition Review: High Price, Mixed Performance

By Alex Bracetti published 13 May 18

The Plantronics BackBeat Fit Boost Edition offers steady bass and ergonomics but not much else to warrant its high expense.

Here Are the Most (and Least) Secure Fitness Trackers

By Caitlin McGarry published 8 May 18

Fitness trackers are finally taking security and privacy seriously, except for a little-known band from Lenovo that you should avoid.

Fitbit Versa Now Tracks Periods, Diabetes On Your Wrist

By Caitlin McGarry published 7 May 18

Fitbit’s new smartwatch features let you log periods, manage medications and respond to texts via your Android phone.

Fitbit Versa vs. Apple Watch: Which Smartwatch Wins?

By Caitlin McGarry published 21 April 18

Fitbit takes aim at Apple with the Versa, a lower-priced smartwatch with an Apple Watch-like design. But cheaper doesn't necessarily mean better.

Garmin Forerunner 645 Review: Paying a Premium for Music

By Caitlin McGarry published 13 April 18

Garmin’s running-focused device just got a whole lot more versatile, with support for onboard music storage.

Fitbit Ace Kid Fitness Tracker: Everything You Need to Know

By Caitlin McGarry published 23 March 18

Fitbit has made a $100 fitness band for kids 8 and up. Here's what it does, and when you can get it.

Apple Watch Can Accurately Detect Irregular Heart Rhythm

By Caitlin McGarry published 21 March 18

A study of more than 9,000 people shows that fitness trackers and smartwatches with optical heart rate sensors can predict atrial fibrillation with 97 percent accuracy.

Fitbit Versa Is the Cheap Apple Watch I Really Want

By Caitlin McGarry published 13 March 18

Fitbit’s new Versa smartwatch has a familiar face and health features just for women.

Under Armour Hovr Sonic Connected Review: These Smart Shoes Upgrade Runs

By Caitlin McGarry published 16 February 18

Under Armour's Hovr Sonic won't replace your fitness tracker or smartwatch, but these smart shoes offer extra insights about your runs that you can't get from many activity bands.

Garmin Speak Plus Review: Alexa Meets Dashcam

By Mike Prospero published 15 February 18

The Speak Plus is a triple threat, giving you a dashcam, directions and Alexa in one, but it's on the pricey side.

First Look: Music Takes Garmin's New GPS Watch to Next Level

By Caitlin McGarry published 10 January 18

Garmin finally put offline music storage in a running watch, so I had to try it out.

Don't Laugh: Why You'll Want to Buy Peloton's $4,000 Treadmill

By Caitlin McGarry published 10 January 18

Peloton's connected treadmill aims to swap your gym membership for live-streamed classes. Your wallet won't like it, but your waistline might.

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music vs. Apple Watch vs. Fitbit Ionic

By Caitlin McGarry published 8 January 18

Garmin’s new GPS running watch finally gains music, but it’ll cost you.

Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Vivoactive 3: Which is better for you?

By Caitlin McGarry published 10 December 17

The Garmin Forerunner 235 is a runner's dream, but the Vivoactive 3 is more versatile.

I Took a DNA Test to Shape Up, But It Didn't Work Out

By Caitlin McGarry published 30 November 17

Lose It promises to to help you eat and exercise better based on an analysis of your DNA, but right now, the app's advice is too generic for the steep cost.

This Health Monitor Wants to Live in Your Undies

By Philip Michaels published 16 November 17

The Spire Health Tag attaches to your clothing, can go through the wash and runs for 18 months on a charge so you never have to think about taking this health monitor on or off.

Garmin Vivosport Review: A Good GPS Watch Alternative

By Brian Eastwood published 7 November 17

The Garmin Vivosport is a GPS-enabled activity tracker with features you typically find on higher-priced sports watches.

Garmin Forerunner 25: Good Basic Running Watch