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I never expected to love the Apple Watch Ultra 2 so much, and now I'm in trouble

I've tested the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for the past few months, and it's changed what I want from smartwatches. Worse, it's made me a fan of the squircle.

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I wore five smartwatches to Mount Diablo's peak. These brands were best for elevation accuracy

Once again, I wore way too many smartwatches to help you figure out which watches will give you accurate results when it comes to your next trail hike or climb.

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Samsung's most intriguing fitness tech of 2024 isn't Galaxy Ring or Watch 7 — it's Galaxy AI

Samsung has slacked on fitness since the days of the Galaxy Watch Active 2, but its 2024 lineup is full of fitness tech, new AI tricks to make their health results more reliable, and the potential for even bigger changes.

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Garmin made some epic feature updates while you were distracted by CES

Some long-requested features like the ability to undo accidental lap presses or switch from one sport to the next automatically are now available, if you're willing to download the beta.

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Those annoying smartwatch move alerts will save your life. Only one brand gets them right.

All of the medical studies show that standing every hour doesn't actually counterbalance the serious issues with sitting for eight hours a day. You need to actually move throughout the day, and only one fitness brand pushes you to do that.

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Lenovo should've used ChromeOS instead of Windows with its latest hybrid device

Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid has an obnoxious name, but besides running Windows, it's the perfect multi-OS device. Now, I just have to hope for a version to be released with ChromeOS.

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First 14 things to do with your new Fitbit

If you bought a new Fitbit and aren't sure how to take full advantage of it and the new app, we're here to help you get started.

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Lenovo combined a Windows laptop and Android tablet into one epic device — and I've tested it

Lenovo gave Android Central an hour to test its ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid, a detachable laptop/tablet with both Windows 11 and Android 13. And while it's not perfect, it's not nearly as gimmicky as you might think.

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Garmin needs to make its indoor workouts as compelling as its outdoor ones

Garmin is the only brand we know of that tracks individual exercise moves like push-ups or deadlifts, with thousands of options. But it doesn't do nearly enough with this concept.

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Only one Android phone could tempt my partner to switch from an iPhone

Back in 2021, I switched from iOS to Android to see which I preferred. This December, I gave my partner the one Android foldable that might make her switch too, but it was a more difficult battle.

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What I want to see from smartwatches and wearables in 2024

Get ready for the AI watch wars, an explosion of smart rings and glasses, and a make-or-break moment for brands like Fitbit that need a real win to stay in the wearables game.

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Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Charge 5: Should you upgrade?

The Charge 6 offers a few key upgrades over the Charge 5, but if they're enough for you will depend on whether or not you liked the last-gen fitness tracker — because they're basically twins.

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In 2023, smartwatches tried to become fitness watches and vice versa

Google, Apple, and Samsung all tried to brew the perfect mix of smarts, health tracking, and fitness tools, while dedicated fitness brands tried to add mainstream smarts.

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Michael Hicks' Top 10 of 2023

Our senior wearables editor looks back on the highs and lows of his year with Android Central, from step tests to attempted cat-murder.

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A decade later, Zombies, Run! and its new Marvel Move expansion are as great as ever

Whether you're a new or experienced runner, Zombies, Run! and Marvel Move are two great tools for keeping you distracted, entertained, and motivated.

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Beefy Garmin Venu 3 update adds skin temperature, glucose watch face, and more

Garmin ends 2023 on a high note by making some major upgrades to the Venu 3, Vivoactive 5, Forerunner 255/265/955/965, and all of the high-end Fenix and Epix watches, starting with skin temperature readings.

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One of Garmin's oldest metrics needs a serious revamp

Garmin watches can tell you so much about how fast and fit you are. Now, imagine it could tell you exactly when your body gets too tired to keep running. That's exactly what Garmin's "Performance Condition" metric SHOULD do, but it doesn't.

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The latest Garmin Forerunner update is a boon to sleepy, stressed runners

You no longer need to download beta software to get the coolest Venu 3 tricks on your new Forerunner watch.

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COROS Heart Rate Monitor review: A seamless band I didn't know I needed

If you want accurate heart rate data, either to replace or augment your smartwatch, this affordable heart rate strap sits comfortably on your arm and gives you dozens of hours of activity per charge.

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Why I'm not waiting until New Year's to start my fitness resolutions

I can't think of a worse time to start your body's self-improvement than January 1. That is, unless you've already spent December getting a running start on your fitness goals.

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Shokz OpenFit review: Wireless earbuds for runners who hate bone conduction

Bone conduction headphones are popular with runners and cyclists, but they don't deliver the strong audio of traditional earbuds. The Shokz OpenFit try to deliver the best of both worlds.

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Garmin Venu 3 review: A tightrope walk between casual smarts and serious fitness

The Garmin Venu 3 costs more than your typical smartwatch, with the same health sensors and functionality but fewer apps and "smarts." Should you leave your Galaxy or Pixel Watch behind for it?

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Google confining Fitbit makes sense, but it's a portent of doom

Google has removed Fitbit from sale in nearly 30 countries, in order to "align our hardware portfolio to map closer to Pixel’s regional availability." And it has us worried that Google doesn't know what it's doing with Fitbit.

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Garmin GPSMAP 67i review: I'm not smart enough for this handheld GPS

This handheld mapping tool comes built in with dual-frequency GPS and satellite functionality, so you never get lost and you can send an SOS or message even when there's no cellular signal.

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Here's how Fitbit can make the Charge 7 a better fitness tracker for runners

From better safety features to improved training recommendations, here's where Fitbit needs to evolve before its next fitness tracker.

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