Withings ScanWatch 2 review: the least geeky smartwatch you can buy

Withings ScanWatch 2 review: the least geeky smartwatch you can buy

Withings ScanWatch 2 MSRP $350.00 “The desirable Withings ScanWatch 2 puts the company’s comprehensive and accurate health tech inside a classy watch case.” Pros Beautiful design Comprehensive health monitoring FDA approved for atrial fibrillation 38mm or 42mm case sizes Long battery life Cons Unreliable notifications Subscription needed to unlock features App design can frustrate If … Read more

I saw the Galaxy Ring. Here’s what I love (and what I don’t)

I saw the Galaxy Ring. Here’s what I love (and what I don’t)

Joe Maring / Digital Trends After announcing the Samsung Galaxy S24 series in January, Samsung ended its big Unpacked event with one big surprise: the Galaxy Ring. Samsung teased a render of its upcoming smart ring, but beyond that, it hasn’t said anything since. That is, until now. Samsung had the Galaxy Ring on display … Read more

The Oura Ring showed me how months of stress destroyed my sleep

The Oura Ring showed me how months of stress destroyed my sleep

Oura Ring Andy Boxall / Digital Trends The second half of my 2023 was genuinely awful, and my Oura Ring showed exactly the impact it had on my sleep and body. While the smart ring could never do anything about it, understanding how what I was experiencing was affecting me was fascinating, terrifying, and oddly … Read more

Oura Ring vs. RingConn: which smart ring should you buy?

Oura Ring vs. RingConn: which smart ring should you buy?

Oura Ring (left) and the RingConn Smart Ring Andy Boxall / Digital Trends The Oura Ring doesn’t have the smart ring market to itself anymore, and the latest challenger is the RingConn Smart Ring. It’s the same basic concept as the Oura Ring, but there are some key differences. The RingConn Smart Ring is not … Read more

The 4 Best Whoop Alternatives in 2024

The 4 Best Whoop Alternatives in 2024

Whoop is a wearable technology company whose fitness bands track your body’s strain, recovery, and sleep. It’s as popular as many of the best fitness trackers and many of the best smartwatches. Whoops fitness bands are popular amongst professional athletes, but they’re also somewhat expensive. Whoop’s advanced metrics tracking is difficult to match, but there … Read more

I love the Oura Ring. Here’s what I want from the Galaxy Ring

I love the Oura Ring. Here’s what I want from the Galaxy Ring

Oura Ring Horizon Andy Boxall / Digital Trends My appreciation of the Oura Ring smart ring is well documented, and I’ve worn it almost continuously for more than two years. It means I am very familiar with both its positive and negative aspects and have a good idea of where competitors need to shine if … Read more

The 4 Best Oura Ring Alternatives in 2024

The 4 Best Oura Ring Alternatives in 2024

The Oura Ring brand is incredibly popular. There’s no doubt about it. Just look at our Oura Ring 3 review, where we compliment the ring for its gorgeous design, abundant features, and convenient battery charging. When you’re done, check out this interesting look at the Oura Ring Horizon, where Digital Trends contributor Joe Maring discusses … Read more

Withings ScanWatch Light review: a unique $250 smartwatch

Withings ScanWatch Light review: a unique 0 smartwatch

Withings ScanWatch Light MSRP $250.00 “The ScanWatch Light is a simple and elegant timepiece with just enough smarts for the price.” Pros Simple and elegant design Comfortable to wear Long lasting battery life Good health and sleep tracking Affordable price Cons Lacks AFib and irregular heart rate notifications Only one size App can be cumbersome … Read more