We may earn a commission from links on this page. This week Garmin launched the Cirqa, its first screenless smart band, for $199.99. Right out of the gate, Garmin leaned into marketing the Cirqa as a Whoop alternative that does not require a subscription. However, that “subscription-free” promise is already under fire. Within these first […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 was released at the July Unpacked event on the 22nd, showcasing the popular wearable’s extended battery life, improved outdoor performance, and a lighter design, putting it on the wishlists […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. AirTags can be exceptionally useful trackers. These tiny devices passively beam their locations to any passing iPhone, iPad, or Find My-enabled device, which makes it possible to track items like keys and bags when they go missing. They’re not difficult to set up and use: […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. An app has launched that detects whether the people around you are using Meta and other kinds of smart glasses. Antizuck Smart Glasses Scanner, available for iPhone and designed by Albert Pariente Cohen, detects nearby Bluetooth signals that match Meta glasses, Snap Spectacles, Meta Quest […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. When I first reviewed an Ultrahuman ring (the Ring Air, last year), I wrote that my biggest complaint was that I found the app overbearing. To give an example of but one of the things that annoyed me about it, it scored me on a […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you’ve browsed fitness trackers lately, you’ve probably noticed the name Amazfit popping up more and more. Before you ask, Amazfit has nothing to do with Amazon—the brand is made by Chinese company Zepp Health (formerly Huami). Amazfit is angling to be the budget-friendly alternative […]

Apple just released the second public betas of both iOS 27 and macOS 27—only a week after the launch of public beta 1—so anyone signed up for the beta program can now test the latest public version of the software on their compatible iPhones and Macs. The biggest features coming to iOS 27 and macOS […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. A cozy, nearly idyllic small town full of an ensemble of quirky characters, grounded in the loving but frequently spiky relationship between single mom Lorelei (Lauren Graham) and Rory (Alexis Bledel). I doubt that Gilmore Girls creator Amy Sherman-Palladino was trying to create a formula, […]

Finding yourself locked out of your Google account for whatever reason is a stressful situation to be in—what with all your emails, documents, photos, and other data suddenly out of bounds—but there’s now a new way to prove your identity and regain access: a simple selfie video. It’s always wise to have multiple sign-in methods […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Creatine is best known as a supplement for people who hit the gym: Take a scoop of creatine powder every day, and you may find yourself able to work a little harder. But creatine is also being studied for its mental health benefits. Is it […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Most people who read e-books do so on a phone or a Kindle, and that’s fine. But for the more exacting (if not adventurous) digital reading enthusiasts out there, I recommend exploring life outside of Amazon’s ecosystem—and I particularly recommend doing so with one of […]

This morning, Garmin announced it has acquired TrainingPeaks and TrainHeroic. These platforms are major players in the endurance and strength-training world, primarily for the quality of their training plans. This news is already sparking a lot of speculation—and skepticism—among athletes and coaches who’ve built their training around these tools. Here’s what this acquisition might mean […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Samsung announced five new products during its Galaxy Unpacked event. Three of those are the new flagship smartphones: the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8. Samsung already has […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. House of the Dragon is getting so good, I’m flirting with calling it a more satisfying watch than Game of Thrones. After two seasons of thrilling political maneuvering, betrayals, and the occasional dragonfire massacre, the story has really clicked into place, and I’ve found myself […]

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Roborock threw its hat into the wireless robot lawn mower game this month with the AI-powered Roborock X120H robot lawn mower. If you’re still spending precious time pushing a mower around on hot days, […]