This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) is moving deeper into the evolving wearable fitness market, with Google developing a screenless fitness band under its Fitbit brand that could be released later this year, according to a person familiar with the matter. The device is expected to follow a hybrid model, charging for hardware … Read more
In an update on its blog, Valve says its goal is still to ship the Steam Frame, Steam Controller, and Steam Machine in the “first half of the year.” But it also indicates that specifics around pricing and launch dates are in flux, saying that “limited availability and growing prices” on storage and memory are … Read more
In a move that has provided temporary relief to millions of fitness tracking enthusiasts, Google has granted Fitbit users additional time to migrate their accounts to the tech giant’s ecosystem, postponing what many have called an inevitable digital reckoning. The extension, which pushes the original deadline further into 2025, represents both a reprieve and a … Read more
Now it seems there is a smidgen of good news for Fitbit Premium subscribers. Though Fitbits are free to use after purchase and can be used to track basic health metrics that can be viewed in the app, the £7.99 per month Premium subscription unlocks full functionality. This includes guided workout videos in the Coach … Read more
Title: Smartwatches and Genes: A New Frontier in Early Psychiatric Diagnosis In the burgeoning world of wearable technology, smartwatches are no longer just fitness trackers. They’ve evolved into sophisticated health companions, providing real-time insights that could transform mental health diagnosis and treatment. Researchers at the University of Barcelona have pushed this boundary even further, tying … Read more
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Fitbit Fined Millions for Lax Safety Reporting Raise Concerns About Smartwatch Safety Fitbit is facing a hefty $12.25 million fine from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) for failing to promptly report overheating risks associated with its Ionic smartwatch. The penalty highlights the crucial role of timely reporting in consumer product safety and raises … Read more
Google’s Fitbit Settles Burn Hazard Case, Pays $12.25M Penalty Google’s wearable tech giant, Fitbit, has agreed to a $12.25 million settlement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over a significant defect in its Ionic smartwatches that led to severe burns for some users. The issue, which persisted from 2018 to 2020, resulted in … Read more