AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatar1 day agoThe principles of wearable etiquetteverified_publisherThe Verge - Victoria SongFirst adopters are ambassadors for the future. Glassholes need not apply. On my wedding day, I took off all my wearables. I had many reasons why. I didn’t want any distractions. It seemed ridiculous to squeeze in a workout on my big day just to keep my streaks going. As a wearables reviewer, I didn’t …
AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatar4 days agoGoogle to Drop Third-Party Apps, Watch Faces From Fitbits in the EUverified_publisherPCMag - Emily PriceGoogle plans to remove them in order to comply with the DMA Fitbits in the EU are about to get a bit less customizable. Google has announced plans to …
AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatar5 days agoThe best wireless earbuds right nowverified_publisherQuartz - Dua Rashid / GizmodoThe best pair of wireless earbuds do more than sound great. They’re supposed to be comfortable, offer intuitive controls that are easy to navigate, sport an efficient mic, and have a battery that lasts sufficiently long. This is just the bare minimum. Features like water and dust resistance, noise …
AvatarMatt MagnusonFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logo5 days agoBuying a cheap smart ring? Here's everything you need to know, including the riskstechradar.com - By Becca CaddySmart rings are connected devices with sensors designed to collect lots of data about you, like your steps, sleep and heart rate. They’ve been around …
AvatarMatt MagnusonFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logo5 days agoI’m living with the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4, and they beat Bose, Apple and Sony in one crucial areawhathifi.com - Andy MaddenUsually, the more you live with a product, the better you understand its pros and cons, quirks and nuances. But it took just one morning commute with …
AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatarMar 22Fitbit To Get AI Coach Powered By Google's Gemini, Premium Users First In LineMashable - Rahul VermaGoogle embarks on a groundbreaking venture, developing a new Large Language Model (LLM) tailored to health features, poised to serve as a personalized coach for Fitbit users. The innovative service, driven by Google Gemini AI, will initially debut for premium subscribers before reaching a wider …
AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatarNew page on Apple’s website helps users find product manuals and guidesverified_publisher9to5Mac - Filipe EspósitoWith the help of the Apple Support website, users can find a lot of information about the Apple devices they own. This includes things like technical specifications, guides, and support articles. However, all this information used to be spread across multiple pages – but Apple is changing that with …
AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatarThe Evie Ring is cleverly designed but has some first-gen quirksverified_publisherThe Verge - Victoria SongThere are a lot of ideas and promise packed into this smart ring, but it’s not all the way there yet. In the run-up to CES 2022, I was chatting with Movano CEO John Mastrototaro about his big, ambitious idea for a smart ring that would one day monitor chronic illnesses. The renders showcased a sleek …
AvatarMatt MagnusonFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoApple Watcher Says AirPods Vendors Are Prepping For 'Record Setting Run' With Upcoming Launchbenzinga.com - Ananya GairolaApple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has reportedly been gearing up for a significant AirPods launch, with its suppliers preparing for a “record-setting run.”What …
AvatarMatt MagnusonFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoI reviewed a smart ring designed just for women. Should you buy it?verified_publisherDigital Trends - By Christine Romero-ChanThe market of wearable health tech is constantly evolving. It started with fitness trackers and smartwatches on the wrist, but the most recent boon …
AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatarAirPods Not Sounding Great? This Might Fix Your iPhone Audio Issuesverified_publisherCNET - Nelson AguilarThis hidden iOS accessibility feature can amplify soft sounds and adjust certain frequencies.
AvatarMatt MagnusonAvatarAvatariOS 18 to include new ‘hearing aid mode’ for AirPods Pro, report saysverified_publisher9to5Mac - Chance MillerAirPods today offer a handful of different features related to hearing health and Accessibility. A new report today, however, says Apple has big plans for iOS 18: a new “hearing aid mode” for AirPods Pro. AirPods Pro with iOS 18 In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark …