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Samsung launches Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker in Australia
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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Samsung Electronics Australia has launched the Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker, retailing at AUD $149, featuring a wider display and advanced health monitoring.
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Evolt & EGYM alliance ushers new era in fitness tech
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Evolt, a body composition analytics firm, has forged a strategic partnership with digital fitness company EGYM to integrate its technology into the fitness sector.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Charge 6
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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The Charge 6 comes filled to the brim with features, including more than 40 different exercise modes, built-in GPS, and an ECG heart health reader.
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Zepp Health to launch Amazfit Active Edge smartwatch in Malaysia
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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Zepp Health gear to launch the rugged yet stylish Amazfit Active Edge smartwatch in Malaysia on 22nd Dec 2023.
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Forecasted 15% CAGR for Wearable Bands Market during 2023-33
Wed, 25th Jan 2023
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The industry will grow from its expected USD $42.09 billion market share in 2023 to an estimated USD $170.31 billion market share by 2033.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Watch Fit 2 and Huawei Band 7
Fri, 19th Aug 2022
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Huawei releases new Watch Fit 2 and Band 7, offering affordable smartwatch and fitness tracker options for summer.
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Wearables market to reach 344.9 million shipments in 2022, lead by sports and fitness trackers
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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Wearable shipments are predicted to continue rising, with the global market projected to reach 344.9 million shipments in 2022, a growth increase of 13.2%.
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Bigger display for new Apple Watch Series 7
Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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Apple has today announced the Apple Watch Series 7, featuring a reengineered Always-On Retina display with significantly more screen area and thinner borders.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Ace 3 - Fitbit’s newest fitness tracker for kids
Fri, 30th Apr 2021
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The Fitbit Ace 3 is a great, sleek way to motivate children to exercise and to be healthy. It's well worth the investment.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Band 6 and FreeBuds 4i
Thu, 29th Apr 2021
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Huawei's Band 6 and Freebuds 4i offer a plethora of features, comfortable wear, and quality sound at a competitive price.
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Fitbit's Ace 3 encourages kids to keep moving
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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The tracker features more animated clock faces and accessories, in addition to popular features like step counts.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Sense
Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
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This year, Fitbit surprised its fanbase with a brand new watch, the Fitbit Sense. Is it any better than the Versa 2 or 3? Is it worth the new, hefty price tag?.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Inspire 2
Tue, 3rd Nov 2020
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Fitbit’s range of smart watches and fitness trackers is now so broad that you could say there’s something for everyone.
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Work it: Apple's new Watch series puts huge focus on health & fitness
Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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It’s time… for new additions to the Apple Watch series, with the announcement of the Apple Watch Series 6 and the Apple Watch SE, and the new Fitness+ app.
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Hands-on review: The Fitbit Charge 4
Wed, 20th May 2020
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With inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay in a reasonable $270 device, I appreciate the insights it provides for the sake of my mental and physical health.
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Fitbit's Charge 4 features inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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Fitbit’s renowned Charge fitness tracker is welcoming the fourth iteration to its product line – the Charge 4.
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Hands-on review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Versa 2 upgrades battery life, display, and adds Alexa
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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We look at whether it holds up as the all-day companion for the modern tech-savvy consumer – and that’s a space it does really well in.
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Fitbit launches Versa 2 with Amazon Alexa, announces new subscription service
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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Fitbit unveils the Versa 2 smartwatch with Amazon Alexa integration, Spotify control, and advanced sleep features, alongside a new subscription service.
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Hands-on review: The Fitbit Ace 2 activity tracker for kids
Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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Fitbit's Ace 2 activity tracker brings vibrant kid-friendly designs and engaging features, transforming daily routines into active, healthy habits for children.