Samsung Galaxy Ring problems and how to fix them

by dbadmin | Aug 8, 2024 | fitness trackers, Guides, Samsung Galaxy Ring, smart rings, Wearables

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority The Samsung Galaxy Ring is the company’s first finger-based wearable to hit shelves, and the tiny device packs a ton of features for users to explore. In addition to passive all-day health and fitness tracking, the ring is a...

Garmin’s app store now lets you buy apps and watch faces, but there’s a catch

by dbadmin | Aug 7, 2024 | fitness trackers, Garmin, News, smartwatches, Wearables

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Garmin now allows users to make purchases in the Connect IQ store using Garmin Pay. This integration announcement also comes with a bevy of new watch faces and apps now available for purchase. Pricing for the new watch faces...

8 exercises I can’t do when I’m wearing a Galaxy or Oura Ring

by dbadmin | Aug 3, 2024 | Features, fitness trackers, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Ring, smart rings, Wearables

There are many obvious benefits to wearing a finger-based fitness tracker, which explains why shoppers have clamored for the Samsung Galaxy Ring. However, fingers are high-contact body parts. From grabbing to pushing to pulling and lifting, it’s hard to protect smart...

Will smart rings edge out traditional fitness trackers?

by dbadmin | Jul 31, 2024 | Features, fitness trackers, smart rings, Wearables

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority The wearable tech market keeps growing, but when it comes to fitness tracking, one form factor is shrinking. With Oura leading the charge and Samsung dropping a smart ring of its own, finger-based wellness tracking is more...

Samsung Galaxy Ring battery life: Here’s what to expect

by dbadmin | Jul 29, 2024 | fitness trackers, Guides, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Ring, smart rings, Wearables

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority One of the most attractive features of a smart ring is the potential for multi-day battery life. Unlike wrist-based wearables, which often tout power-draining displays, some leading smart rings can stretch battery life to...

I’ve avoided Wahoo HR straps, but the Trackr Heart Rate monitor is so good it changed my mind

by dbadmin | Jul 28, 2024 | fitness trackers, Reviews, Wahoo, Wearables

After some trepidation and more than a week with Wahoo’s new Trackr Heart Rate, I am surprised and excited to share a positive report. I wouldn’t go as far as to say I’m shouting “wahoo!” about this chest strap, but only because that’s a ridiculous thing to say unless...