Login7 settings I change on every Apple Watch for a 'calmer, clearer, and more useful' experience
1 February 2026 at 14:30
From Live Activities to Notifications, these are the 7 settings you should change on your Apple Watch right out of the box.
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- Fitbit users have been given more time to migrate their accounts over to Google
Fitbit users have been given more time to migrate their accounts over to Google
31 January 2026 at 16:30
Fitbit logins were originally set to expire in 2025, but now you've got even more time to take care of the job.
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- ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from Samsung teasing a major S26 upgrade to Garmin's leaked Whoop clone
ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from Samsung teasing a major S26 upgrade to Garmin's leaked Whoop clone
31 January 2026 at 11:00
Here are the biggest tech news stories from Whoop, Netflix, Samsung, OpenAI, and more for January 31, 2026.
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- 5 surprising benefits of cold plunges, according to research – and how to make the most out of them, whether you're out on a wild swim or at home doing a 'James Bond shower'
5 surprising benefits of cold plunges, according to research – and how to make the most out of them, whether you're out on a wild swim or at home doing a 'James Bond shower'
25 January 2026 at 09:00
I deep dived the research with the professionals to get you the best tips on how to use cold plunges to improve your health in many ways.
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- ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from LG's massive OLED TV news to glorious Whoop clones
ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from LG's massive OLED TV news to glorious Whoop clones
24 January 2026 at 14:23
Here's the top news stories from Sony, LG, Spotify and more for January 24, 2026.
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- ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from LG's massive OLED TV news to glorious Whoop clones
ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from LG's massive OLED TV news to glorious Whoop clones
24 January 2026 at 14:23
Here's the top news stories from Sony, LG, Spotify and more for January 24, 2026.
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- This reduction would 'offset the initial cost of the device': New research argues for health services giving out Apple Watches to patients for free — here's why
This reduction would 'offset the initial cost of the device': New research argues for health services giving out Apple Watches to patients for free — here's why
23 January 2026 at 15:29
Science confirms what we knew all along: smartwatches are literal lifesavers.
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- I tested this budget, subscription-free fitness tracker and it actually offers Whoop some serious competition – especially in terms of value
I tested this budget, subscription-free fitness tracker and it actually offers Whoop some serious competition – especially in terms of value
22 January 2026 at 13:05
We tested the Amazfit Helio Strap in the wild, and found it every inch the Whoop competitor at a very reasonable price.
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- Polar Loop review: The screen-free fitness tracker is good on heart rate, but a software let-down
Polar Loop review: The screen-free fitness tracker is good on heart rate, but a software let-down
21 January 2026 at 15:16
We tested the Polar Loop, the subscription-free Whoop alternative.
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- Polar Grit X2 review: the Grit X2 Pro in a smaller, cheaper package
Polar Grit X2 review: the Grit X2 Pro in a smaller, cheaper package
19 January 2026 at 23:00
A feature-packed fitness watch let down by limited smartwatch functionality and a clunky companion app.
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- Yet another Whoop rival has appeared at CES 2026 — this time from AI gym company Speediance
Yet another Whoop rival has appeared at CES 2026 — this time from AI gym company Speediance
8 January 2026 at 19:21
CES has no shortage of new health tech — there are even multiple Whoop-style fitness trackers.
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- Yet another Whoop rival has appeared at CES 2026 — this time from AI gym company Speediance
Yet another Whoop rival has appeared at CES 2026 — this time from AI gym company Speediance
8 January 2026 at 19:21
CES has no shortage of new health tech — there are even multiple Whoop-style fitness trackers.
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- Forget fitness trackers — external brains are the hot new wearables at CES this year
Forget fitness trackers — external brains are the hot new wearables at CES this year
8 January 2026 at 18:00
We've run out of ways to improve our fitness — so wearables at CES are now taking the strain off our brains.
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- I've got wide feet and struggle to find good running shoes — but these Altra shoes with unique lacing system are a supremely comfortable all rounder
I've got wide feet and struggle to find good running shoes — but these Altra shoes with unique lacing system are a supremely comfortable all rounder
8 January 2026 at 14:58
Altra's Timp 5 Boa trail running shoe feature a unique lacing system for easy micro adjustments, and a supremely comfortable fit with wide toe box
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- Pebble unveils Pebble Round 2 — and fixes all the original's major pitfalls
Pebble unveils Pebble Round 2 — and fixes all the original's major pitfalls
2 January 2026 at 19:30
Pebble Round 2 is official — we can't believe we have to wait until May for this huge do-over.
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- Apple Fitness+ is kicking off 2026 with new workout programs — and there’s a lot to like
Apple Fitness+ is kicking off 2026 with new workout programs — and there’s a lot to like
2 January 2026 at 15:00
Apple Fitness+ is kicking off 2026 with new workout programs aimed at encouraging users to jump into – or jump back into – yoga, strength, or HIIT.
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- This vibrating light-therapy wand is the best part of my skincare routine — and it’s already helping my acne
This vibrating light-therapy wand is the best part of my skincare routine — and it’s already helping my acne
30 December 2025 at 11:29
Nanoleaf’s light-therapy treatments are a great, cost-effective way to stimulate your skin, and I think the 6-in-1 light wand is the best of the bunch.
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- Luna Ring (Gen 2) review: a subscription-free Oura rival that’s solid but not standout
Luna Ring (Gen 2) review: a subscription-free Oura rival that’s solid but not standout
26 December 2025 at 13:30
An updated version of the Luna Ring with a slimmer design, better battery and useful tools – but nothing game-changing in a crowded smart ring market.
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- Coros Nomad review: No, it’s not a Garmin, but it might even be better
Coros Nomad review: No, it’s not a Garmin, but it might even be better
21 December 2025 at 10:00
Coros is going from strength to strength, and the Coros Nomad keeps that winning streak going. In fact, this might be one of the best value rugged smartwatches around.
Pebble unveils Pebble Round 2 — and fixes all the original's major pitfalls
2 January 2026 at 19:30
Pebble Round 2 is official — we can't believe we have to wait until May for this huge do-over.
