Engineering
Fitness trackers, smartwatches and other wearable devices are popular ways to monitor and manage personal health. Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering are helping advance that technology by developing soft and ...
Oct 19, 2023
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Internet
People may appreciate online apps that provide advice on health and fitness, but they seem to draw the line when those apps use their social media networks for data, according to researchers.
Apr 24, 2023
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Consumer & Gadgets
Wearable fitness devices have become very popular among people hoping to improve their health. They can be used to monitor activities such as walking, running, and cycling, plotting routes, recording speed, hills and valleys. ...
Dec 6, 2022
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Consumer & Gadgets
Meta Platforms Inc. urged a judge to reject the U.S. Federal Trade Commission attempt to block the company's acquisition of virtual reality app Within Unlimited, saying the agency's claims about competition in the area are ...
Oct 14, 2022
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Hardware
In recent years, engineers and computer scientists have created a wide range of technological tools that can enhance fitness training experiences, including smart watches, fitness trackers, sweat-resistant earphones or headphones, ...
Engineering
Online shopping for clothing offers consumers convenience but comes with some notable downsides for them and the environment. Size and fit issues often prompt consumers to return the items, which leads to increased carbon ...
Feb 23, 2022
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Consumer & Gadgets
Wearable fitness trackers will be on many Christmas shopping lists this year, with a vast range of devices (and an ever-increasing number of features) hitting the market just in time for the festive season.
Dec 13, 2021
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Electronics & Semiconductors
Wearable electronic devices like fitness trackers and biosensors are very promising for healthcare applications and research. They can be used to measure relevant biosignals in real-time and send gathered data wirelessly, ...
Mar 16, 2021
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Business
The European Union on Thursday approved Google's plan to buy fitness gadget maker Fitbit for $2.1 billion after it promised to restrict user data and ensure Android phones work with other wearable devices for at least 10 ...
Dec 17, 2020
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Automotive
Honda is recalling over 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. to repair drive shafts that can break, window switches that can overheat and a software flaw.
Dec 16, 2020
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