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#wearable-devices
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Oura's CEO wants its smart ring to be the doctor in your pocket

Oura Ring delivers accurate health insights, functioning well within its claims.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 months ago

I finally found a smartwatch with a timeless analog look - and the features I need

The Scanwatch Nova combines luxury design with advanced health tracking features, enabling meaningful health insights for users.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Your Oura Ring Readiness Score is getting an update

Oura's new Readiness Score accounts for menstrual cycle fluctuations to provide more accurate health insights.
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Apple Watch turns 10: A look back at its 10 most transformative health features

The Apple Watch has transformed health technology over its 10-year journey, integrating seamlessly into daily life.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

The 10 Apple Watch features that convinced me to switch to the wearable full-time

The Apple Watch revolutionized health tech with boundary-less integration of physical and software design.
It has significantly impacted users' health and daily activity through innovative features.
Wearables
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

I Was Skeptical Of The Oura Ring At First. Now That I've Worn It For Months, I Understand The Hype.

The Oura Ring tracks over 20 biometrics to provide personalized health insights.
The ring's effectiveness may surpass that of previous health gadgets.
Skepticism about wearable tech exists, but Oura aims to differentiate itself.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Oura's CEO wants its smart ring to be the doctor in your pocket

Oura Ring delivers accurate health insights, functioning well within its claims.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 months ago

I finally found a smartwatch with a timeless analog look - and the features I need

The Scanwatch Nova combines luxury design with advanced health tracking features, enabling meaningful health insights for users.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Your Oura Ring Readiness Score is getting an update

Oura's new Readiness Score accounts for menstrual cycle fluctuations to provide more accurate health insights.
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Apple Watch turns 10: A look back at its 10 most transformative health features

The Apple Watch has transformed health technology over its 10-year journey, integrating seamlessly into daily life.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

The 10 Apple Watch features that convinced me to switch to the wearable full-time

The Apple Watch revolutionized health tech with boundary-less integration of physical and software design.
It has significantly impacted users' health and daily activity through innovative features.
Wearables
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

I Was Skeptical Of The Oura Ring At First. Now That I've Worn It For Months, I Understand The Hype.

The Oura Ring tracks over 20 biometrics to provide personalized health insights.
The ring's effectiveness may surpass that of previous health gadgets.
Skepticism about wearable tech exists, but Oura aims to differentiate itself.
#fitness-tracking
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Whoop MG With Medical Grade ECG Readings Launched Alongside Whoop 5.0

Whoop unveiled two advanced wearables: Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG, featuring upgraded sensors and 14+ days of battery life.
fromGSMArena.com
8 hours ago
Wearables

Pebble Halo Smart Ring arrives with a digital display, stainless steel design, and a sub-$100 price tag

Wearables
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Whoop MG With Medical Grade ECG Readings Launched Alongside Whoop 5.0

Whoop unveiled two advanced wearables: Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG, featuring upgraded sensors and 14+ days of battery life.
fromGSMArena.com
8 hours ago
Wearables

Pebble Halo Smart Ring arrives with a digital display, stainless steel design, and a sub-$100 price tag

#ai-in-healthcare
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago

NHS rolls out AI app to predict and prevent falls that could land patients in hospital | Computer Weekly

Artificial intelligence is being employed to predict and prevent falls in home care, enhancing patient safety and reducing hospitalizations.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 month ago

Google AI better than human doctors at diagnosing rashes from pictures

Google's upgraded AMIE chatbot improves diagnostic accuracy for medical imagery and patient interaction, surpassing human doctors in several tests.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 months ago

How Google is using AI to improve its medical advice reputation

Google is utilizing AI to revolutionize healthcare, providing more accurate information and tools for better patient outcomes.
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Predict your future health? Ultrahuman's new AI tool says it can - for $800/year

Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago

NHS rolls out AI app to predict and prevent falls that could land patients in hospital | Computer Weekly

Artificial intelligence is being employed to predict and prevent falls in home care, enhancing patient safety and reducing hospitalizations.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 month ago

Google AI better than human doctors at diagnosing rashes from pictures

Google's upgraded AMIE chatbot improves diagnostic accuracy for medical imagery and patient interaction, surpassing human doctors in several tests.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 months ago

How Google is using AI to improve its medical advice reputation

Google is utilizing AI to revolutionize healthcare, providing more accurate information and tools for better patient outcomes.
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Predict your future health? Ultrahuman's new AI tool says it can - for $800/year

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Whitehall's ambition to cut costs using AI is fraught with risk

Artificial intelligence and data science can save money and improve public services in the cash-strapped Labour government of the UK.
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

VA needs to better plan appointment scheduling modernization, watchdog says

VA medical facilities use various tools to schedule appointments, causing difficulties for veterans and agency staff due to a complex system environment that needs simplification.
DevOps
#cgm
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago
Wearables

I tested an AI-powered glucose monitor against a traditional monitor for two weeks. Here's my verdict

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Wearables

I compared an AI glucose monitor with a traditional monitor for 2 weeks. Here are my results

fromZDNET
3 weeks ago
Wearables

I tested an AI-powered glucose monitor against a traditional monitor for two weeks. Here's my verdict

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Wearables

I compared an AI glucose monitor with a traditional monitor for 2 weeks. Here are my results

#blood-testing
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
NYC startup

Elizabeth Holmes' partner reportedly fundraising for new blood-testing startup | TechCrunch

fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Ultrahuman's new AI tool can predict your risk for cancer, fatigue, and more - here's what it costs

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
NYC startup

Elizabeth Holmes' partner reportedly fundraising for new blood-testing startup | TechCrunch

fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Ultrahuman's new AI tool can predict your risk for cancer, fatigue, and more - here's what it costs

fromSun Sentinel
2 weeks ago

A Father's Day gift: Great-grandfather beats lung cancer with help of robots

Dr. Stephen Milan highlighted the significance of early detection, saying: "An ION robotic bronchoscopy allows me to go after nodules that are less than a centimeter in size. That is where survivorship is best, because you are catching cancer at the earliest possible stage."
Alternative medicine
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Shop exclusive discounts with clever solutions to make life easier, up to 60% off

Transform any room with realistic flameless candles. Luminara's patented flame-effect technology creates the most lifelike flicker, adding warmth and ambiance without the risk of open flames.
Gadgets
#apple-watch
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 months ago

The next Apple Watch likely won't include this popular health feature

Apple's blood oxygen monitoring feature is currently disabled due to a patent dispute with Masimo.
The return of the feature on future Apple Watches remains uncertain.
Existing hardware on Apple Watches could support blood oxygen monitoring, but legal issues hold it back.
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 months ago

The next Apple Watch likely won't include this popular health feature

Apple's blood oxygen monitoring feature is currently disabled due to a patent dispute with Masimo.
The return of the feature on future Apple Watches remains uncertain.
Existing hardware on Apple Watches could support blood oxygen monitoring, but legal issues hold it back.
NYC startup
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

As a DOGE Bro Sets Up Shop at Treasury, His Wife's Finances Invite Scrutiny

Corcos's appointment at Treasury raises serious conflict of interest concerns due to his family's undisclosed financial ties to healthcare and foreign entities.
#nutrition
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 month ago

I tested a $49 OTC continuous glucose monitor for two weeks; it's not just for diabetics

Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) provide deeper insights into health than traditional meal-tracking apps, tracking real-time blood sugar fluctuations.
Growth hacking
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Buzzy AI health startup Superpower is making another acquisition to power its food-as-medicine push

Superpower is expanding its focus on nutrition care by acquiring Base, an at-home lab testing company, to enhance its health AI super app.
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 month ago

I tested a $49 OTC continuous glucose monitor for two weeks; it's not just for diabetics

Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) provide deeper insights into health than traditional meal-tracking apps, tracking real-time blood sugar fluctuations.
Growth hacking
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Buzzy AI health startup Superpower is making another acquisition to power its food-as-medicine push

Superpower is expanding its focus on nutrition care by acquiring Base, an at-home lab testing company, to enhance its health AI super app.
#wearables
Wearables
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The Whoop MG Tells You How Fast You're Aging

Whoop band is a unique fitness tracker with specialized health features, including blood pressure measurement and improved coaching.
Wearables
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The Whoop MG Tells You How Fast You're Aging

Whoop band is a unique fitness tracker with specialized health features, including blood pressure measurement and improved coaching.
#ai
Wearables
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Scientists Want You to Ink an Electronic Tattoo On Your Forehead So Your Boss Can Detect Your Mental State

Researchers developed a wireless e-tattoo to monitor mental strain, potentially transforming workforce health monitoring.
#emergency-services
Wearables
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Pixel Watch 3 gets FDA clearance for Loss of Pulse alerts

Google's Pixel Watch 3 gains FDA clearance for a critical health feature that detects loss of pulse and calls for help if needed.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Pixel Watch 3 gets FDA clearance for Loss of Pulse alerts

Google's Pixel Watch 3 gains FDA clearance for a critical health feature that detects loss of pulse and calls for help if needed.
#startup
NYC startup
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Everything we know about Haemanthus, the blood-testing startup from Elizabeth Holmes's partner

Billy Evans is raising funds for his startup Haemanthus, a blood-testing company that emphasizes no connection to Theranos.
NYC startup
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Everything we know about Haemanthus, the blood-testing startup from Elizabeth Holmes's partner

Billy Evans is raising funds for his startup Haemanthus, a blood-testing company that emphasizes no connection to Theranos.
#fitness-trackers
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Whoop is reportedly replacing defective MG trackers

Whoop is replacing unresponsive fitness trackers, even those that appear to be working, as customer complaints rise.
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Fitbit is dying a slow death

Google is phasing out Assistant on Fitbit devices, signaling a shift in functionality and user experience.
The introduction of Gemini could replace Google Assistant with enhanced features for smartwatches.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Whoop is reportedly replacing defective MG trackers

Whoop is replacing unresponsive fitness trackers, even those that appear to be working, as customer complaints rise.
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Fitbit is dying a slow death

Google is phasing out Assistant on Fitbit devices, signaling a shift in functionality and user experience.
The introduction of Gemini could replace Google Assistant with enhanced features for smartwatches.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Music lamp concept is a sleeping aid concept for the best (worst) insomniacs - Yanko Design

The Light Player - Aid-Sleeping Music Lamp combines calming light and soothing sound to create an ideal sleep environment, offering three distinct modes for relaxation.
Gadgets
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Biotechnology company Regeneron buying bankrupt 23andMe for $256M

Regeneron's acquisition is aimed at enhancing 23andMe's mission of helping individuals understand their DNA, while ensuring compliance with privacy protocols.
Marketing tech
#nhs
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 month ago

NHS England hospitals cast doubt on Palantir use case

Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust raises concerns regarding the functionality of NHS England's Federated Data Platform provided by Palantir.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 month ago

NHS England hospitals cast doubt on Palantir use case

Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust raises concerns regarding the functionality of NHS England's Federated Data Platform provided by Palantir.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

New Adaptive Radiation Therapy at Maimonides reduces length of cancer treatment

Maimonides Cancer Center introduces Adaptive Radiation Therapy for quicker and more effective cancer treatment.
#cervical-cancer
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Serena-backed health tech lands first FDA approval for home cervical cancer test | TechCrunch

FDA approves first at-home cervical cancer screening device, Teal Wand, enhancing access and comfort for patients.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Serena-backed health tech lands first FDA approval for home cervical cancer test | TechCrunch

FDA approves first at-home cervical cancer screening device, Teal Wand, enhancing access and comfort for patients.
Artificial intelligence
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Eldercare robot helps people sit and stand, and catches them if they fall

The U.S. population is aging rapidly, prompting innovative robotic solutions like E-BAR to assist the elderly in mobility and fall prevention.
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 month ago

These 3 new Fitbit Labs AI features aim to demystify your health and medical records

Fitbit's new AI features aim to enhance user understanding of health and medical data.
The Medical Record Navigator simplifies complex medical reports into clear summaries.
Symptom Checker provides insights on health symptoms to help inform medical decisions.
Unusual trends notifications alert users to potentially significant changes in their health metrics.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

South African equities steady, jobs data awaited - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

South African equities are poised for further gains, shaped by positive market breadth and easing global concerns around U.S. tariffs.
Tech industry
#wearable-technology
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Your Google Pixel Watch 3 is about to get a life-saving update - for free

The Pixel Watch 3's Loss of Pulse Detection feature provides life-saving capabilities by alerting emergency services in cases of cardiac arrest.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Galaxy Watch 8 May Be Able to Measure Antioxidant Levels in Your Body

The Galaxy Watch 8 will likely feature an Antioxidant Index for tracking beta carotene levels via non-intrusive measurement.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Your Google Pixel Watch 3 is about to get a life-saving update - for free

The Pixel Watch 3's Loss of Pulse Detection feature provides life-saving capabilities by alerting emergency services in cases of cardiac arrest.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Galaxy Watch 8 May Be Able to Measure Antioxidant Levels in Your Body

The Galaxy Watch 8 will likely feature an Antioxidant Index for tracking beta carotene levels via non-intrusive measurement.
fromNature
2 months ago

My 'woke DEI' grant has been flagged for scrutiny. Where do I go from here?

AI models are extraordinary, but they can also fail for some groups of people: if a model is trained only on data from men, for example, it might perform poorly when looking at women.
Artificial intelligence
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Electronic patient records to launch in Germany from end of April

Germany will launch nationwide electronic patient records on April 29th, improving healthcare efficiency and access.
The electronic patient record will be mandatory for clinics starting in October.
#innovation
Gadgets
fromwww.latimes.com
2 months ago

Bossed around by an algorithm? Inside LA's first full-scale AI powered gym'

Fred Fitness is the first AI-powered gym in Los Angeles, personalizing workouts through integrated AI software.
Gadgets
fromwww.latimes.com
2 months ago

Bossed around by an algorithm? Inside LA's first full-scale AI powered gym'

Fred Fitness is the first AI-powered gym in Los Angeles, personalizing workouts through integrated AI software.
#apple
Apple
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Apple Quietly Working on AI Agent to "Replica" a Human Doctor

Apple is developing "Health+", an AI-powered health service to enhance its Health app by integrating features like personalized recommendations and tracking.
Gadgets
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Apple reportedly revamping Health app to add an AI coach | TechCrunch

Apple is developing an AI coach feature for its Health app to improve user health advice.
The update to the Health app could be released in 2026 with iOS 19.4.
Apple
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Apple Quietly Working on AI Agent to "Replica" a Human Doctor

Apple is developing "Health+", an AI-powered health service to enhance its Health app by integrating features like personalized recommendations and tracking.
Gadgets
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Apple reportedly revamping Health app to add an AI coach | TechCrunch

Apple is developing an AI coach feature for its Health app to improve user health advice.
The update to the Health app could be released in 2026 with iOS 19.4.
London startup
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Alphabet's Isomorphic Labs raises $600M in first funding round for AI drug business

Isomorphic Labs raised $600 million to enhance AI-driven drug development, aspiring to revolutionize disease treatment and accelerate medical breakthroughs.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Oura's AI health coach is live for everyone - here's what it can do for you

Oura app introduces a personal health assistant, Oura Advisor, enhancing user engagement through biometric data insights and personalized guidance.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 months ago

I found a subscription-free smart ring that rivals Oura - and it's discounted at Walmart

The Ultrahuman Ring Air offers more niche fitness features without a subscription, appealing to health enthusiasts while being discreet and durable.
#23andme
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
3 months ago

How to delete your 23andMe data and why you should do it now

23andMe's financial collapse raises significant concerns about the security and future of its customers' genetic data.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
3 months ago

How to delete your 23andMe data and why you should do it now

23andMe's financial collapse raises significant concerns about the security and future of its customers' genetic data.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
8 months ago

How to set up and and use your phone's lifesaving emergency features

Smartphones serve as modern medical alert devices, providing important health information in emergencies.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

The Electric Nose Frida Pro relieves infant congestion with hospital-grade snot sucking

The NoseFrida SnotSucker comes highly recommended in parenting communities, but it's a finicky device that requires a lot of manual suction and - more often than not - two adults to get the job done.
SF parents
#wellness
Wellness
fromWhoWhatWear
3 months ago

IMO, These Editor-Vetted Wellness Tools Are Well Worth the Investment

Prioritizing health is challenging but can be made easier with innovative wellness tools.
Therabody offers various products that support health and wellness routines.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 months ago

This OTC glucose monitor encouraged me to change my eating habits - here's how

Insulin resistance impacts a significant portion of young adults; lifestyle changes and monitoring glucose can help manage it.
OMG science
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Scientists create the world's first 3D-printed PENIS

Scientists have developed a 3D-printed penis implant that may provide a long-term solution for erectile dysfunction, showing promising results in animal tests.
Wearables
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Why you probably don't need a trendy glucose monitor to track your blood sugar if you're not diabetic

Continuous glucose monitors may overestimate blood sugar levels in non-diabetics, questioning their value for health-conscious individuals.
Health
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Apple launches wide-ranging health study to help develop future features

Apple launches the Apple Health Study to explore diverse health data from its products, aiming for insights in both physical and mental health.
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