Dan Bracaglia
Dan Bracaglia is the Tom’s Guide editorial lead for all things smartwatches, fitness trackers and outdoor gear. With 15 years of experience as a consumer technology journalist testing everything from Apple Watches to instant cameras, Dan is deeply passionate about helping readers save money and make informed purchasing decisions. In 2024 so far, Dan’s tested dozens of wearables, including the latest devices from Apple, Google, Garmin, Fitbit and Samsung.
An avid outdoor adventurer, Dan is based in the U.S. Pacific Northwest where he takes advantage of the beautiful surroundings every chance he gets. A lover of kayaking, hiking, swimming, biking, snowboarding and more, he also makes every effort to combine his day job with his passions. When not assessing the GPS and heart rate accuracy of the latest Fitbit, you can find him photographing Seattle’s vibrant underground music community.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
7 reasons why I’m finally an electric bike believer
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
After years of poo-pooing, maybe ebikes aren’t so bad after all. Here's why I've finally come around to the motor-assisted life.
TikTok’s favorite camera just got a refresh — and it's nearly impossible to get your hands on one
By Dan Bracaglia published
The highly anticipated Fujifilm X100VI is finally here. Good luck finding one.
I’ve biked 50+ miles in the new Abus GameChanger 2.0 and it’s now my favorite helmet
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Abus GameChanger 2.0 is a lightweight road biking helmet built for safety, comfort and speed.
Garmin Forerunner 165 vs. Forerunner 265 — which running watch wins?
By Dan Bracaglia published
How does the new Garmin Forerunner 165 stack up against the costlier Forerunner 265? We've got answers in this Garmin vs. Garmin showdown.
E-bike riders aren’t wearing helmets — and head trauma cases are through the roof
By Dan Bracaglia published
E-bike-related injuries increased at an alarming rate from 2017 to 2022. At the same time, helmet usage declined, according to a report in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Garmin Fenix 7 vs. Polar Vantage V3: Which rugged GPS smartwatch wins?
By Dan Bracaglia published
Garmin Fenix 7 versus the Polar Polar Vantage V3 — which GPS-equipped, rugged smartwatch is the best for you? We have answers.
I walked 3,300 steps with the Fitbit Charge 6 and Garmin Forerunner 165 – this one was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia published
In this head-to-head showdown, the ever-popular Fitbit Charge 6 takes on the newcomer Garmin Forerunner 165 in a battle for step-count supremacy.
Smartwatch water resistance ratings explained
By Dan Bracaglia published
Smartwatch water resistance ratings are confusing and misleading. We're here to help clear things up.
Strava for dogs is here — let the Fido fitness games begin
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Strava users can now track their pup’s fitness goals and see how they rank against other canines.
I biked 9 miles with the new Garmin Forerunner 165 to test GPS accuracy — and I’m impressed
By Dan Bracaglia published
Garmin's new lightweight fitness tracker shows promising signs for GPS and heart rate accuracy in our initial assessment.
Polar Vantage V3 review
By Dan Bracaglia published
A review of the Polar Vantage V3 - an advanced fitness tracker for those who want class-leading metrics and insights. Read our full Polar Vantage V3 review here
Not a typo! My favorite Merrell rain jacket is on sale for just $69
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Merrell’s lightweight and packable rain shells are heavily discounted, just in time for the upcoming rainy spring season.
How to waterproof a jacket like the pros — and never get soaked again
By Dan Bracaglia published
For about $25, you can add serious H2O protection to your favorite outerwear. Here's how to waterproof a jacket in four easy steps.
These $20 earbuds are my new favorite winter sports accessory
By Dan Bracaglia published
The JLab Go Air Sport earbuds cost less than lunch at the ski lodge and provide a full day of tasty tunes to make turns to.
Forget the Apple Watch – 5 smartwatches with blood oxygen monitoring I’d buy right now instead
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Apple Watch 9 and Ultra 2 no longer monitor blood oxygen saturation levels. But these smartwatches do.
I test tech gadgets for a living – it's time to talk about proprietary charging cables
By Dan Bracaglia published
I’m mad as hell about proprietary charging cables, and I’m not going to take it anymore.
7 reasons why the Polar Vantage V3 may be the ultimate snowboarding smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia published
This flagship fitness watch boasts a tough-built design with best-in-class location and altitude tracking, making it a top choice for snowboarders.
Shred the gnar — 7 snowboarding essentials I pack for an epic day of mountain fun
By Dan Bracaglia published
When we talk snowboarding essentials, we're not talking about the obvious, like gloves or helmets. These are the extra items that make a good powder day great.
Oura CEO interview: Here’s how they plan to stay ahead of the Galaxy Ring
By Dan Bracaglia published
We chatted with Oura CEO Tom Hale about the competition, AI integration and what Oura Ring customers can expect in 2024.
Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Fitbit Versa 4: Which fitness tracker is right for you?
By Dan Bracaglia published
Choosing between the Fitbit Versa 4 and Charge 6 comes down to much more than big screen vs. small screen.
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.
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.
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