Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
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 are the best smartwatches we've tested that I actually recommend for Android and iPhone
We're obsessed with testing smartwatches, from wallet-friendly Amazon models to the best smartwatches for iPhone and Android users.
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.
I just tried the ‘thermometer of the future’ — here's why this at-home health monitor could save you a trip to the doctor
The Withings Beamo is a 4-in-1 health scanner that measures body temp, ECGs, and heart/lung health. While seriously simple to use, it is a tad pricey.
I walked 5,000 steps with the Garmin Venu X1 vs Apple Watch 11 — the winner is clear
Who makes the better square smartwatch for fitness tracking, Apple or Garmin? I decided to find out.
I had a long, frank conversation with an AI 'fitness coach' — and it wasn't nearly as weird or awkward as I expected
I chatted with Fitbit's new Gemini-powered virtual fitness trainer for nearly 20 minutes, and it wasn't nearly as weird as I anticipated.
I've trained with the best sports watches for tracking your workouts — here are my top picks
The best GPS sports watches are not only accurate trackers, but can also actually help to improve your performance, making them an essential tool for athletes of all levels.
I've tested dozens of models — and these are the best cheap fitness trackers in 2025
Keep tabs on your fitness, sleep, and overall wellness, all without breaking the bank. These are the best cheap fitness trackers in 2025.
