Wearable Tech - Page 18

Apple's AirPods are now available for purchase

December 13, 2016

Apple's AirPods are now available for purchase

If you want to take full advantage of Apple's new W1 wireless chip and you don't mind looking a bit... peculiar... you're in luck because Apple's new AirPods are finally available for purchase from Apple's online store.

Kids' headphones promise protection, often don't deliver

December 12, 2016

Kids' headphones promise protection, often don't deliver

If you're on the hunt for children's headphones—so-called because they limit the volume of sound that they emit to protect children's ears—experts are issuing a stern warning: They're not necessarily safe, even if they purport to be.

5 best fitness trackers and smartwatches of 2016

December 9, 2016

5 best fitness trackers and smartwatches of 2016

Wearable devices are gaining in popularity, even if smartwatches are still battling to win over consumers.

Fitbit's Pebble acquisition spells trouble for Pebble devices

December 7, 2016

Fitbit's Pebble acquisition spells trouble for Pebble devices

Fitbit is rumored to buy Pebble, and Pebble fans have every reason to be upset.

Apple Watch sales 'off the charts': Should you buy one?

December 6, 2016

Apple Watch sales 'off the charts': Should you buy one?

Depending on whom you ask, smartwatch sales are struggling, or they're red-hot.

'Less creepier than Google Glass': Snapchat Spectacles as social media's hottest 'sexcessory'

December 6, 2016

'Less creepier than Google Glass': Snapchat Spectacles as social media's hottest 'sexcessory'

Snapchat is a known showcase for tidbits from life, but for some users of the the new Snapchat Spectacles, it presents a whole new opportunity: the chance to shoot and share one's sex life.

Report: Fitbit to acquire Pebble

December 1, 2016

Report: Fitbit to acquire Pebble

As part of the deal, Pebble is expected to stop manufacturing its smartwatches.

Nike's power-lacing shoes hit stores, though good luck if you're after a pair

December 1, 2016

Nike's power-lacing shoes hit stores, though good luck if you're after a pair

Getting hold of a pair of the $720 shoes will be no easy task.

Deals continue for phones and tablets during Cyber Week

November 30, 2016

Deals continue for phones and tablets during Cyber Week

Cyber Week deals are still happening at some retailers. Here are some of the best for smartphones and tablets.

High tech wristband can tell you when you're drunk

November 25, 2016

High tech wristband can tell you when you're drunk

A wristband designed to track alcohol and dehydration levels may be able to prevent the likelihood of sexual assault among young people.