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Smart rings are shockingly good at step counting, with one critical flaw

We tested our favorite smart rings from Samsung, Oura, Amazfit, Ultrahuman, and RingConn and compared their step-count accuracy against our favorite smartwatches from Samsung, Garmin, Google, and others. Here's what we learned.

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This is what it'll take to make esports a real Olympic event

Video Games and the Olympics don't sound like a great match, but VR games bridge the two worlds in a way that's a perfect match.

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Racing Olympians at home is hilariously impossible. Everyone should try it at least once

I challenged some of my favorite American Olympians' times at my local track. Not because I'm especially fast or think I could ever win, but because it makes training a little more meaningful — and you should try it, too.

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The SF Half Marathon controversy is exactly why a good running watch matters

The San Francisco Marathon organizers royally screwed up the course distance for at least one of its races, and it's a reminder of why a smartwatch with proper dual-band GPS is so important for runners.

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OnePlus Watch 2R review: Budget substance over style

The OnePlus Watch 2 was a powerful and stylish watch. The OnePlus Watch 2R trims away the stainless steel style while keeping the internals. That makes it one of the few affordable Wear OS watches, but should you buy it?

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra vs. Watch 5 Pro: Should you upgrade?

If you own the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, you may be ready for an upgrade. But the Galaxy Watch Ultra will be a major transition for anyone used to the Pro, and despite the Ultra's many upgrades, you may not want to switch.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra review: Stronger than expected

After almost two months with the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, we're very impressed by its quality across the board. Now that Samsung has fixed its battery drain issue, it's easier to recommend, too. Just make sure to find a good trade-in deal, given how expensive the Ultra is compared to…

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The OnePlus Watch 2R blew my low fitness expectations out of the water

The OnePlus Watch 2 had issues with health and fitness accuracy. After running with the Watch 2R against a Garmin watch for HR and GPS accuracy, I think OnePlus has solved those issues, and the Watch 2R could be a fitness watch worth buying.

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The Galaxy Watch Ultra (mostly) lives up to Samsung's lofty fitness promises

I've spent the last year gently bashing Samsung for not taking fitness as seriously as its rivals. The Unpacked reveal that the Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra had revamped HR accuracy and dual-band GPS dialed up my hype for the watches to 11, but I needed to test these upgrades…

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Smart rings vs. smartwatches: Every key and hidden difference, from features to accuracy

It's obvious what smartwatch features a smart ring can't offer, like notifications or phone calls. But are there any smart ring perks that a smartwatch can't offer? Let's run through the list!

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Ultrahuman's Ring Air is terrific — here's what I want to see in the Galaxy Ring

I used a smart ring for most of 2024, and I think it has the potential to redefine wearables. With Samsung set to launch the Galaxy Ring soon, here's what I want to see in the brand's smart ring.

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I lost 30 pounds in a year. These are the apps, tech, and tools I used to stay on track

After gaining over 20 pounds despite an active lifestyle, I decided to make a point of losing weight, without resorting to dieting trends. Within a year, I'd shed those pounds and lost another 10 (and counting). Here's the basic tech I used to pull it off.

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My new favorite outdoor hobby might force me to switch phones

As much as I love hiking, I don't love how most phones can't handle a few hours of GPS mapping before they're running on empty. It's making me wonder whether I need to switch to a larger phone, just to get that battery boost.

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Heart rate tracking on earbuds was probably a mistake

Heart rate tracking built into earbuds is an intriguing idea, but it's apparently one that's difficult to execute. Based on my test results, the data isn't especially trustworthy.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch FE vs. Galaxy Watch 6: Downgrade or bargain?

The Galaxy Watch FE is a slightly revamped Galaxy Watch 4, with two primary upgrades and a trimmed-down price. Does that make it tempting enough to buy, compared to the frequently discounted Galaxy Watch 6? Let's look at every key difference between them.

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WWDC 2024 should kick off a new AI fitness war between Apple, Samsung, and Google

Leaks suggest Apple will reveal 'Apple Intelligence' (aka AI) at WWDC 2024, and that it'll bring major feature updates to Apple Fitness. Samsung has its own AI plans for Samsung Health this summer, and it's the beginning of a new era.

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Global Running Day 2024: How to race other runners, limited-time rewards, and tips

Global Running Day 2024 is a fun way to jumpstart your love of running. Here's how to race virtually (or in person) with other runners.

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Smart rings will stay niche until they add these missing features

Smart rings are getting more popular by the year, but there are a few things keeping them from really breaking into the mainstream. Here's my wishlist for what these smart rings could really use.

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Samsung could leapfrog Apple and Google with new Galaxy AI fitness tools for Galaxy Watch 7

The Galaxy Watch has trailed behind the Apple Watch and Pixel Watch for fitness in recent years. On Wednesday, Samsung announced new personalized fitness tools that could help it not only catch up to its rivals, but even surpass them.

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Annual Wear OS version upgrades will make each one a lot more boring, and that's okay

Samsung could release a Wear OS 5 beta soon, and it got me thinking about how much less exciting Wear OS updates will be moving forward.

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I used to think I wanted an LTE smartwatch. Now I know better

Cellular on a smartwatch lets you leave your phone at home and take calls, stream music, check directions, or send an SOS during an emergency. But there's a reason why most people don't bother to buy LTE, and it's not just cheapness or laziness.

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Month-long Garmin Venu bug represents a worrying trend across fitness watches

Garmin has faced criticism from loyal users over bugs that have taken months to resolve. But it's not just a Garmin problem. Most fitness brands have started focusing on updating their watches with new features as much as possible, and it's leading to problems.

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Polar Vantage V3 review: The tip of the iceberg

The Polar Vantage V3 is one of the top fitness watches, alongside the Garmin Forerunner 965 and COROS APEX 2 Pro. Here's what you need to know about it.

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Only one running watch brand admits its VO2 Max and recovery estimates aren't perfect

Smartwatches take weeks to give you accurate health and fitness data, and even then, they're not always right. One brand lets you take matters into your own hands, and it's all the better for it.

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