Health

Withings has just launched the BodyFit smart scale. It is equipped with a comprehensive set of features and promises high-precision body-fat analysis with the help of multiple electrodes.

With its smartwatches, Garmin clearly targets ambitious athletes who follow structured training plans. There's currently a lively discussion about the accuracy of race time predictions - with users sharing a wide range of experiences and practical tips.

Midjourney is moving beyond AI image generation with a planned full-body ultrasonic scanner that promises MRI-like 3D imaging in under 60 seconds. Developed with Butterfly Network, the project aims to debut in a San Francisco spa before seeking FDA approval.

The Poco X8 Pro Max features a modern AMOLED display with 12-bit color depth and a 120 Hz refresh rate. However, behind these specifications, temporal dithering—a color simulation technique—may be at play; for some users, this technique is associated with eye strain, headaches, or rapid fatigue.

Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at a rumored July 22 event alongside new folding phones. Two smartwatches with model codes SM-L3550 and SM-L7150 have appeared in China's 3C certification database, both rated for 10W charging, unchanged from the Watch8 series.

Garmin’s latest running report analyzes activity data from its device users, showing weekly mileage patterns, age-based pace averages and country-level speed differences. The data also links higher running volume to lower resting heart rates and highlights a rising trend in hybrid training.

Google has published official design guidelines for the Fitbit Air, including exact dimensions, tolerance margins, and 2D CAD files to enable users to 3D print custom bands and accessories. This makes the Fitbit Air a more open, customizable wearable compared to rivals, with the tracker also standing out for offering core biometric tracking without a mandatory subscription.

An independent developer has released an open-source project called Goose that pulls health data from Whoop fitness trackers without an active subscription, using Bluetooth interception and a local-first architecture to keep data entirely on-device. The pre-alpha proof of concept, currently iOS-only and limited to Whoop 5.0, signals growing consumer pushback against biometric data being locked behind mandatory monthly paywalls.

Strava has paywalled its API, requiring a paid subscription for all developers starting June 1. Wearable integrations like Garmin and Amazfit are unaffected. However, free and open-source tools built on the API face quite an uncertain future.

Researchers are keeping the brains of deceased people partially functional using artificial support systems to test drugs. While Bexorg, the company behind the project, describes this as medical progress, Reddit is reacting with shock.

Hypershell has unveiled the X Ultra S, X Max S, and X Pro S exoskeletons, revised X-series exoskeletons with a faster HyperIntuition motion-control system providing up to 1000W of powered walking assistance. Free units are available to worldwide Search and Rescue (SAR) teams through the Hyperlift program.

Bambu Lab is offering a new filament that is also intended to meet higher health protection requirements. The corresponding tests are said to have been carried out on finished prints as well, though there are still several things to keep in mind.

A study examined the measurement quality of a specific Garmin smartwatch. The results are mixed. Although the study has certain limitations, it also allows some recommendations for use.

The Withings BodyScan 2 Insider Program is now open in Europe. The scheme will provide a limited number of customers with the ability to purchase this health tracking device ahead of its global launch, and to share feedback with the company.

As spring signals a season of renewal, personal wellness brand Bluvol is rolling out a new lineup of tech-driven grooming and recovery products designed for busy, on-the-go consumers. The April launch introduces three flagship devices—a neck massager, curling tool, and compact hair dryer—targeting urban professionals, travelers, and remote workers seeking spa-level performance at home or on the move.

It appears the FDA has cleared blood pressure monitoring on select Galaxy Watch models as Samsung has announced the feature is now available for users in the US. It will also add support for passive monitoring later this year.

Samsung has released a new app that it says helps with motion sickness. The free app, which is called Hearapy, plays a sound at a particular decibel and frequency, which then helps a user to improve balance.

The era of generic "Dr. Google" searches might be over. For the first time, Perplexity AI can analyze your actual bloodwork and heart rate to give personalized advice.

MIT engineers have developed a groundbreaking method to inject liver cells alongside protective gel particles, creating functional "satellite livers" that may one day eliminate the need for major transplant surgery.

The Fitbit personal health coach is receiving several upgrades. Google has announced that this app-based feature, currently only available for some users, is gaining improved sleep tracking accuracy and the ability to link medical records.

Researchers are developing comfortable, intelligent textiles that can track vital signs, fend off hospital bacteria, and harness the sun to charge everyday electronics.

A study suggests that at least one Garmin smartwatch cannot estimate a health metric with high accuracy when compared with professional equipment. Specifically, the Garmin Vivosmart 4 did not perform well in this recent test.

A new campaign has launched over on Kickstarter to bring the benefits of daily activity to the perpetually stationary. Known as the ARCH, this wearable uses an array of mini actuators to force blood-pumping action.

The Huawei Diabetes Risk Study smartwatch feature has been announced. On the way to the Watch GT 6 Pro, this tool uses the PPG sensor to assess your risk of diabetes or prediabetes. It is also expected to be pushed to other Huawei smartwatches in future updates.

A new wireless device harvests energy from body movement to stimulate healing in severe muscle injuries, then dissolves completely to avoid follow-up surgery.

A new self-powering, capsule-sized device harvests energy from heartbeats, potentially eliminating the need for battery replacement surgeries, slashing costs for patients and removing inconveniences.

A new robotic system developed in China has successfully performed delicate retinal injections in animal trials, demonstrating superior precision to human hands and paving the way for safer treatments of complex vision disorders.

A smart ring with blood glucose monitoring? One manufacturer at least indirectly promises this feature, even though there are several limitations. The blood sugar won’t be displayed as an exact value, but rather as a range. This also means that certain groups of users shouldn’t rely on this wearable.

A new study shows that the Apple Watch can warn of heart problems and thus potentially save lives. Using a wearable device even offers advantages over routine checkups with the doctor.

The Honor Magic8 Pro has already demonstrated in our review that it offers significant benefits for eye health in terms of display technology, but it goes one step further by offering flicker detection. We tested this feature.

Honor has long boasted that its smartphones offer a particularly wide range of features for protecting the eyes. The Magic8 Pro now goes one step further and offers its own settings menu for an optimal viewing experience. We provide you with an overview.

The Honor Watch GS 5 is a new and lightweight smartwatch that is also fairly thin and is promoted with a wide range of health features. The watch is even supposed to warn of sudden cardiac arrest, which might even save lives, in theory.

The app Sileme – which translates to “Are you dead?” – may sound morbid at first, but it serves a clear and practical purpose. Designed for people who live alone, it allows users to send a daily sign of life with a single tap. This simple concept has turned the app into an unexpected iOS hit in China.

Amazon has dropped the price of the Garmin Quatix 7 marine smartwatch to its lowest price ever after a substantial $260 discount. The watch includes all the typical health-tracking, contactless payment, and worldwide mapping features of its regular models coupled with marine-specific features, such as remote boat piloting.

A single night's sleep can provide enough data to trawl through for hidden signs of future diseases. Stanford has developed a system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to spot subtle physiological patterns linked to future disease risk.

Nirva has teased the Nirva Necklace and Nirva Bracelet. The wearables automatically record conversations all day long to provide insight into the wearer's mood and relationships and to assist with living mindfully.

Ambitious athletes are likely to benefit from a new way of displaying individualized workouts, provided they use Strava and pay for the service.

ChatGPT Health will allow users to securely connect their medical records and wellness apps to the chatbot. The new feature is not intended for diagnosis and treatment, and it’s not supposed to replace medical care, OpenAI says. OpenAI also claims conversations within ChatGPT Health will not be used to train its foundation models.

The Lili Screen by Lili for Life is a 27-inch, 2,560 x 1,440-pixel monitor that adjusts the display of images on its screen to help reduce mirror images and other visual artifacts, which can prevent dyslexics from reading text easily.

Garmin appears set on expanding the functionality of Garmin Connect, according to hidden code discovered in version 5.20. Users are set to gain an improved and even more detailed view of their health metrics.

Garmin is expected to further expand the functionality of Garmin Connect in the future. Specifically, this will likely enhance and simplify the tracking of one's diet, which will be particularly relevant for individuals who want to lose weight or ensure optimal nutrient intake.

The Abeye Lexilens 24-inch FHD monitor adjusts the display of images on its screen to help reduce mirror images and other visual artifacts that prevent dyslexics from reading text easily.

Vovo has extended what toilets can do with the Neo—a smart toilet that can monitor users for health problems. The toilet can also auto-open the lid, auto-flush after each use, clean bums with heated water, and deodorize the air.

Fitasy has unveiled the Stride sneakers, utilizing smartphone foot imaging and spatial AI modeling to create 3D-printed shoes. The fully-recyclable triple-lattice design offers improved comfort, with less friction and pressure spots thanks to its custom fit.

There is currently a fault with CGM systems that can have drastic consequences. Specifically, 736 serious injuries and 7 deaths have already been reported in connection with the fault.

Garmin’s highly rated Forerunner 265 and 265S have hit their lowest-ever price on Amazon, now available for just $299. The 33% early Cyber Monday discount makes this popular AMOLED running watch a strong value pick in Garmin’s lineup today, sitting between the Forerunner 165 and 570 models.