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#smart-tvs
Digital life
fromCGMagazine
2 hours ago

The Living Room Is Tech's Next Battleground

The living room is evolving into a strategic digital space, with TVs becoming integrated platforms for media, commerce, and user engagement.
Exercise
fromCNET
6 hours ago

Do Walking Pads Improve Your Fitness? I Tested 2 While I Worked

Walking pads are effective for maintaining step count while working from home, offering speeds up to 6 mph.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Fitness tracker for Fido? Experts split on benefits of pet wearable tech

Pet health trackers are growing in popularity, but experts warn they may cause unnecessary worry and should not replace veterinary expertise.
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

A top doctor doesn't use fitness trackers, but is obsessed with one health metric

Fitness trackers are generally unnecessary, but tracking step count can encourage daily activity.
#ai-integration
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
19 hours ago

Claude can now connect to lifestyle apps like Spotify, Instacart and AllTrails

Anthropic expands Claude AI's capabilities by integrating with various third-party services for enhanced personal task execution.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
2 days ago

AI + human ingenuity: Where creative and technical teams meet | MarTech

Balancing AI adoption with maintaining a human brand identity is crucial for successful marketing.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
19 hours ago

Claude can now connect to lifestyle apps like Spotify, Instacart and AllTrails

Anthropic expands Claude AI's capabilities by integrating with various third-party services for enhanced personal task execution.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
2 days ago

AI + human ingenuity: Where creative and technical teams meet | MarTech

Balancing AI adoption with maintaining a human brand identity is crucial for successful marketing.
#google
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Watch out, Whoop: I'd switch to Google's new Fitbit tracker if these features are true

Google is set to launch a screenless fitness tracker, potentially named Fitbit Air, in collaboration with Steph Curry.
fromwww.gsmarena.com
3 weeks ago
Mobile UX

Google teases its Whoop competitor

Google is launching a screenless Fitbit wrist wearable with a subscription service for advanced health tracking features.
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Watch out, Whoop: I'd switch to Google's new Fitbit tracker if these features are true

Google is set to launch a screenless fitness tracker, potentially named Fitbit Air, in collaboration with Steph Curry.
#robotics
Science
fromwww.npr.org
8 hours ago

'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?

Robotics scientists in Switzerland are advancing robots' ability to perform complex tasks through new adaptive learning methods.
Roam Research
fromNature
1 day ago

Daily briefing: This AI-powered robot is a table-tennis master

A robotic arm outperforms elite ping-pong players, while new findings reveal astrocyte networks in mice and soil-eating behavior in Barbary macaques.
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Watch Sony's elite ping-pong robot beat top-ranked players

Sony's Ace robot can compete with and occasionally defeat top-ranked human table tennis players.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
8 hours ago

'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?

Robotics scientists in Switzerland are advancing robots' ability to perform complex tasks through new adaptive learning methods.
Roam Research
fromNature
1 day ago

Daily briefing: This AI-powered robot is a table-tennis master

A robotic arm outperforms elite ping-pong players, while new findings reveal astrocyte networks in mice and soil-eating behavior in Barbary macaques.
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Watch Sony's elite ping-pong robot beat top-ranked players

Sony's Ace robot can compete with and occasionally defeat top-ranked human table tennis players.
#ai
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

How AI may reshape elderly care

AI has the potential to assist caregivers of older adults and those with dementia, but ethical considerations and design challenges must be addressed.
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

How AI may reshape elderly care

AI has the potential to assist caregivers of older adults and those with dementia, but ethical considerations and design challenges must be addressed.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Hands on with X's new AI-powered custom feeds | TechCrunch

X launches Grok-powered Custom Timelines for personalized feeds, enhancing user engagement while discontinuing X Communities due to declining usage.
#meta
fromArs Technica
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta will use employee-tracking software to help train AI agents: Report

Meta will track US employees' mouse movements and clicks to improve AI training data.
Wearables
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.
Wearables
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.
France news
fromEngadget
6 hours ago

The Morning After: Polymarket and a hairdryer

Polymarket faces scrutiny over betting irregularities, including a soldier's arrest for using classified information to profit from bets.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Best Pool-Cleaning Robots for Every Budget and Backyard

Robotic pool cleaners, especially battery-powered models, simplify pool maintenance and enhance the swimming experience.
NYC startup
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Dry January, but for Your Smartphone

Participants in Month Offline trade smartphones for lower-tech devices to reclaim time and reduce dependence on technology.
E-Commerce
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Online Brands That Ignore This Type of AI Will Lose Customers

Agentic commerce allows AI agents to autonomously manage the entire online shopping journey for consumers.
Remote teams
fromOur Weekly
1 day ago

The Future of work

The future of work is defined by automation, AI, and remote work, presenting both challenges and opportunities for workforce transformation.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

RX Pros and the Rise of Digital Healthcare Access

RX Pros connects patients with healthcare professionals and pharmacies to streamline access to medical treatments, particularly for weight loss.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

When I finish my classes, I feel sad': why fitness fanatics are up in arms about a tweak to gym music

GLL's decision to cancel its music licence and play royalty-free songs from the Power Music app has sparked outrage among instructors and gym members, who feel it is killing the energy in workouts.
Music production
Running
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

A CEO and busy mom of 7 said sprint workouts helped her get fitter than ever with less time in the gym

Maria Colacurcio balances a tech career, parenting, and fitness, emphasizing that 'doing it all' requires intentional prioritization and sacrifices.
Fashion & style
fromColumbus Ledger-Enquirer
1 day ago

Popular clothes rental service makes bold new AI move

Rent the Runway is expanding its business model to include a marketplace and advertising platform to adapt to changing consumer preferences and increasing competition.
#smart-home
Apple
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Will a new CEO realize Apple's smart home potential?

John Ternus may revitalize Apple's smart home platform with new hardware after years of stagnation.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Public health

How my smart home became my best defense against brutal spring allergies - and pollen

Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 days ago

I compared Thread, Zigbee, and Matter - here's the best smart home setup for you

Thread, Zigbee, and Matter are key protocols for smart home connectivity, each serving different functions in device communication.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The Smart Home Gadgets to Amp Up Your Curb Appeal

Smart home products like birdhouses and outdoor lights enhance both functionality and aesthetics in residential spaces.
Apple
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Will a new CEO realize Apple's smart home potential?

John Ternus may revitalize Apple's smart home platform with new hardware after years of stagnation.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Public health

How my smart home became my best defense against brutal spring allergies - and pollen

Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 days ago

I compared Thread, Zigbee, and Matter - here's the best smart home setup for you

Thread, Zigbee, and Matter are key protocols for smart home connectivity, each serving different functions in device communication.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The Smart Home Gadgets to Amp Up Your Curb Appeal

Smart home products like birdhouses and outdoor lights enhance both functionality and aesthetics in residential spaces.
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Meta's CTO Claims He Rarely Feels Stressed Out - Here Are His Top Strategies to Stay That Way

"I don't feel stressed out that often. It happens to me four or five times a year." Bosworth identifies his stress triggers as a packed schedule, which leads to concerns about prioritizing important work.
Mental health
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Move More, Stress Less

Parkinson's disease affects millions globally, with symptoms including motor and nonmotor issues, and may be managed through exercise and dietary changes.
#wearable-technology
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago
US news

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

Wearable technology helps individuals track health metrics, providing insights that can enhance conversations with healthcare providers.
Wearables
fromgizmodo.com
2 days ago

Sleep-Tracking Earbuds Didn't Fix Me, but They Did Open My Eyes

Wearable technology, including EEG-equipped earbuds, is evolving to help improve sleep quality with minimal effort from users.
Wearables
fromgizmodo.com
2 days ago

Sleep-Tracking Earbuds Didn't Fix Me, but They Did Open My Eyes

Wearable technology, including EEG-equipped earbuds, is evolving to help improve sleep quality with minimal effort from users.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
3 days ago

Why AI-Enabled Training Is Becoming A Business Imperative Across Many Industries

Organizations face a significant skills gap, with only 5% of hiring managers reporting sufficient talent to meet project demands.
Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

3 Biohacks High-Performing Entrepreneurs Are Using to Outlast Burnout

Founder performance relies on engineered energy rather than just personality or ambition.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
4 days ago

Tesla is sending its humanoid Optimus robot to the Boston Marathon

Tesla's Optimus robot will appear at the Boston Marathon to engage with spectators and promote the brand without advertising costs.
Marketing
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Peloton, stay in your lane

Peloton is attempting a rebrand with celebrity endorsements and a focus beyond just fitness technology.
Exercise
fromGSMArena.com
1 day ago

Ultrahuman ring app now supports Les Mills workouts

Ultrahuman's app now integrates Les Mills workouts, offering personalized training recommendations based on user goals and recovery data.
Wearables
fromWIRED
1 day ago

How to Pick the Right Fitbit for Your Goals

Fitbit, now under Google, remains a leading user-friendly fitness tracker brand despite increased competition.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 week ago

How Online Fitness Coaching Saves You Time and Money

Online fitness coaching saves time by eliminating the need to commute to a gym. Workouts are accessible anytime and anywhere, allowing exercise to fit into your schedule.
Alternative medicine
Roam Research
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Robot Vacuums Cleaning My Three-Story Home for Me

Robot vacuums automate cleaning tasks, offering features like mopping and self-emptying, making them efficient tools for maintaining cleanliness in homes.
fromTNW | Health-Tech
23 hours ago
Healthcare

How AI Is Reshaping Workers' Compensation Claims and Healthcare Operations

Workers' compensation is a significant yet often overlooked part of the healthcare ecosystem, facing unique challenges and requiring focused innovation.
#health
Apple
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Wearable health tech might be Tim Cook's greatest legacy

The Apple Watch has significantly influenced modern health technology and is a key part of Tim Cook's legacy at Apple.
Running
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 days ago

A humanoid robot beat the human half-marathon record at a Beijing race. But what did it actually prove?

A humanoid robot named Lightning completed a marathon faster than the human record, but faced significant operational challenges during the race.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What my zen week with a virtual power-washer taught me about gaming and life | Imogen West-Knights

Simulation games have surged in popularity, with a market growth from $4.86bn in 2020 to an expected $21bn by 2030.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Bond, a new social media platform, wants to use AI to help you kick your doomscrolling habit | TechCrunch

Bond is a new social media platform designed to reduce screen addiction by encouraging real-world experiences through personalized recommendations.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Best Way to Have a Beach Body?

Body image improvement requires changing perceptions rather than the body itself, emphasizing self-acceptance and care for one's body.
#smartthings
Gadgets
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Samsung brings SmartThings integration to IKEA's Matter devices

Samsung expands SmartThings to include IKEA products for seamless integration and enhanced home automation.
Wearables
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Samsung announces seamless integration of IKEA smart home devices into SmartThings

Samsung now allows direct connection of IKEA smart devices to SmartThings hub, simplifying smart home setup.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Ikea and Samsung promise glitch-free SmartThings integration

Samsung's SmartThings platform has resolved issues with Ikea's Matter-over-Thread devices, enhancing compatibility and functionality for smart home integration.
Wearables
fromTNW | Launch
1 week ago

Samsung SmartThings update adds elderly care monitoring with ambient sensing and AI

Samsung's SmartThings now includes family care features for monitoring elderly relatives using connected devices and wearables.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Samsung brings SmartThings integration to IKEA's Matter devices

Samsung expands SmartThings to include IKEA products for seamless integration and enhanced home automation.
Wearables
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Samsung announces seamless integration of IKEA smart home devices into SmartThings

Samsung now allows direct connection of IKEA smart devices to SmartThings hub, simplifying smart home setup.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Ikea and Samsung promise glitch-free SmartThings integration

Samsung's SmartThings platform has resolved issues with Ikea's Matter-over-Thread devices, enhancing compatibility and functionality for smart home integration.
Wearables
fromTNW | Launch
1 week ago

Samsung SmartThings update adds elderly care monitoring with ambient sensing and AI

Samsung's SmartThings now includes family care features for monitoring elderly relatives using connected devices and wearables.
#humanoid-robots
Running
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Robot runner handily beats humans in half-marathon, setting new record

Humanoid robots surpassed human world records in a half-marathon, showcasing advancements in speed and autonomy in robotics.
Running
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

China's robot half-marathon broke an important record and made for plenty of laughs

A humanoid robot from Honor completed a half-marathon in 50 minutes, surpassing the human world record, amidst chaotic and humorous moments.
Running
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Robot runner handily beats humans in half-marathon, setting new record

Humanoid robots surpassed human world records in a half-marathon, showcasing advancements in speed and autonomy in robotics.
Running
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

China's robot half-marathon broke an important record and made for plenty of laughs

A humanoid robot from Honor completed a half-marathon in 50 minutes, surpassing the human world record, amidst chaotic and humorous moments.
#ai-training
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Meta will record employees' keystrokes and use it to train its AI models | TechCrunch

Meta is using employee data, including mouse movements and keystrokes, to train its AI models for improved efficiency.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Meta will record employees' keystrokes and use it to train its AI models | TechCrunch

Meta is using employee data, including mouse movements and keystrokes, to train its AI models for improved efficiency.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Google now lets you have full conversations with Gemini for Home

Google upgrades Gemini for Home with a 'continued conversations' feature, allowing natural discussions without repeated wake words.
Exercise
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Why Every Fitness-Related Business Needs a Fitness App

The fitness industry must adopt mobile solutions to remain competitive and meet the growing demand for personalized digital fitness experiences.
Digital life
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Your Business Already Has the Most Valuable AI Asset. You Just Haven't Extracted It Yet.

Business leaders using AI often feel satisfied but lack competitiveness, highlighting a gap that needs addressing for sustained success.
Wearables
fromEsquire
1 day ago

I'm Hopelessly Addicted to AI-Powered Sleep

Vivid dreams and improved REM sleep result from using Eight Sleep's Pod 4 mattress topper after experiencing postpartum hormonal changes.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Beatbot's Sora 30 Looks Fun, but It's All Business in the Pool

The Sora 30 is an effective pool cleaner with a 95% debris coverage rate, but struggles in sharp corners.
Wearables
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The future of brain sensing is now

Market leaders shape consumer expectations for new technology, as seen with heart rate monitoring and brain sensing.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 days ago

There's a right way to wear your Apple Watch - and it affects your data

Wearing a smartwatch tightly improves the accuracy of health data capture, particularly for heart rate monitoring.
Wearables
fromMail Online
6 years ago

Amazon is selling a bracelet that give you an electric ZAP

The Pavlok wrist strap uses electric shocks to help users break bad habits like smoking and overeating.
#smartwatches
Wearables
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.
Wearables
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.
Wearables
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.
Wearables
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Running London Marathon? Ditch the watch! Wearables HINDER performance

Smartwatches can hinder athletic performance by distracting runners from tuning into their bodies during races.
Gadgets
fromSlashGear
3 weeks ago

10 Smart Gadgets To Help Upgrade Your Home Office - SlashGear

Investing in smart gadgets for a home office can enhance productivity and organization for remote workers.
Apple
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Apple is scaling back plans for new AI-based health coach service

Apple scaled back its AI-powered virtual health coach Mulberry, choosing to roll planned features into the Health app amid leadership changes and competitive pressure.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Bargain hunter: 11 wellness deals to save you money on workouts, supplements and gadgets

January might be coming to a close, but the focus on wellness doesn't have to die with it. If anything, it's a good time to check in with those 2026 goals and see what you want to prioritise for the rest of the year. To that end, we've gathered some of the best deals we've seen in the past few weeks that will help you tick off every good intention you set this month.
Wellness
Wellness
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Five ideas to elevate fitness and wellness coaching with AI - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI human generators can enhance personalized digital fitness by adapting programs, tracking habits, creating engaging content, and balancing efficiency with authenticity without replacing human trainers.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The Fort Strength Training Wearable Tracks Your Sets

We use the IMU sensors to detect which exercise the user is performing and identify the period engaging in concentric, eccentric, or isometric hold. These are the three main types of lifting exercises; you might know them as contracting, lengthening, or static exercises. The Fort uses the wrist as a proxy for bar velocity, and the company is seeking FDA clearance and will also be pursuing large, third-party studies from independent labs.
Wearables
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

This AI-Powered Home Gym Acts As Your Own Personal Trainer

I felt too intimidated to try weight lifting again on my own, but wanted to experience the benefits those gym workouts provide, which is quite different to my typical routine of pilates, tennis and pole. Simultaneously, I've been working toward a solid home gym situation (while understanding my limited space in a one-bedroom in Queens). I began investigating full out home gym tech, and AEKE stood out as the most exciting of the bunch, because it most similarly aligned with having a personal trainer. I tried out the AEKE Smart Home Gym K1 with the Bench.
Gadgets
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Smart Homes Are Terrible

All of the appliances and systems are brand-new: the HVAC, the lighting, the entertainment. Touch screens of various shapes and sizes control this, that, and the other. Rows of programmable buttons sit where traditional light switches would normally be. The kitchen even has outlets designed to rise up from the countertop when you need them, and slide away when you don't.
Gadgets
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