Pleasurable Sensory Experiences Through Technology
“Design is never neutral. It either supports health or hinders it.”
- Erin Peavey, HKS
Architecture and interior design have always centered around creating beautiful and...
Tech Wearables Boast Ample Medical Applications
Smart watches and bracelets are helping doctors monitor and assist patients without having to always be in person.
EmeTerm Anti Fatigue & Car Sickness Wristband Wins the IF and...
Recently, the EmeTerm Anti Fatigue & Car Sickness Wristband won the 2023 IF Design Award in Germany and the IDA Award in the United States
Smart Watch Adoption Jumps to 35% in 2023
Parks Associates' latest research shows 56% of US internet households now own a connected health device, a 21-point increase since 2016
New G-Shock Watch Sports Heart Rate Monitor
Casio America, Inc. announced the latest addition to their G-SHOCK MOVE lineup, the DWH5600, which joins the recently launched GBDH2000. The new model boasts heart rate monitoring technology
RCA To Release Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
RCA Accessories today announced its plans to enter the over-the-counter ("OTC") hearing aid market.
Smart Aging: Technology for a New Age of Seniors
While cutting edge technology often skews toward younger consumers, it can be just as powerful a tool for helping the elderly get by in a complex world.
The Best Sports Tech for Competitive Athletes
From smartwatches to smart bikes, there’s a bounty of new ways to use tech to not only get fit, but also track your health and keep up your training regimen.
Vaha’s Interactive Fitness Mirror Takes Home Workouts to Next Level
German based fitness tech company Vaha offers a new way of working out at home with its pioneering digital mirrors which act as world class personal trainers.
Top Digital Fitness Trackers in 2023 with Sector Set to Reach...
The digital fitness and well-being devices segment is forecast to reach US $68.01 bn in 2023. Revenue is expected to show an annual growth...
‘Beyond the smartwatch’ – Analyst IDTechEx reveals 2023 trends to look...
As the smartwatch market matures, capabilities of other wearables will continue to expand and alternative form factors could begin tempting consumers away.
Tech for Better Hearing and Wellbeing
An update on improvements in hearing aid tech, as well as fitness and sleep products.
Premium Air Purification Robot that Combines Performance, Convenience and Design
With the Airbot Z1, Ecovacs Robotics has launched its first “ground-breaking” air purifying robot.
Ecovacs says its latest air purifier can help keep homes fresh and comfortable...
Rotten or Not: Video Games Sharpen Minds
Video games are referred to as "brain-rotting" and have been since the conception of the first ever. Since Magnavox Odyssey's, Nintendo Entertainment Systems and...
How the Masimo vs. Politan Lawsuit’s Looking
It’s been almost six months since one of the world’s leading medical technology companies decided to add audio industry dynamo Sound United to its portfolio. And...
Popsockets’ Plant-based Phone Cases are Carbon Neutral and Fully Recyclable
Dynamic digital lifestyle and mobile accessory brand Popsockets recently unveiled its plant-based phone cases, with a distinct sustainable design.
The PlantCore phone cases from Popsockets...
Oppo Launches a A New Smart Band Alongside New Earbuds
The Oppo Band 2 has a 200mAh battery that can last up to 14 days and offers a bigger display than its predecessor, at 1.57 inches.
Oura Debuts a New Ring, Now Perfectly Round
The ŌURA Ring was something of a breakout wearable product during the pandemic, showing up everywhere from workout returns to the NBA bubble.
Fitbit to Require Google Account for Some Fitbit Functions, Starting Next...
As pointed out by Gizmodo this week, Fitbit has announced that it will require a Google login in the future. This comes ahead of the expected launch of the Pixel Watch, which may have some degree of Fitbit branding
Self Care with Audio Wellness Tech
Audio gadgets that have a single function tend to be better at that function than do-it-all devices.
Top Smart Watches & Fitness Trackers of 2022
Health data takes on style in today’s top connected watches
The Best Dorm-Friendly Workout Equipment
The plethora of new, dorm-friendly workout equipment sets college students up to excel in their fitness and academic goals.
Putting the BowFlex SelectTech 552 Dumbbells to the Test
BowFlex's SelectTech 552 dumbbells join the upward trend of home fitness products and intelligent apps geared toward working out due to a new fitness craze.
The Joy in Putting Down the Phone
I plan to put away my phone more during the rest of 2022, not just to be more productive, but also to be more creative and generate great new ideas.
Amazfit Launches “Out of This World” Testing Procedures
Amazfit sent its rugged outdoor GPS smartwatch, the Amazfit T-Rex 2, into space on a quest to prove its strength in extreme environments.
Smart Home Spotlight Shifting to Health and Wellness
As consumers integrate connected devices and services into their lives, they are beginning to bring the same desires to their health and wellness.
Boost Profits and Productivity: Innovative Wellness Tech
The decline in mental health amongst workers demonstrates the need for companies to utilize the host of digital wellness technology at their fingertips.
A Look At Industry Leaders in Smart Home Fitness Technology
The rising popularity of exercising from home throughout COVID-19 demonstrated the need for improved smart home fitness technology.
Would You Give Up A/C For This New Tech?
Saarland University has created a prototype that does not require the use of climate-damaging refrigerants.
How COVID-19 Changed My Perspective on Exercise and Spending
The abundance of time to scroll on social media during COVID-19 opened my eyes to the breadth and variety of exercise and fitness products.
Peloton Teases New Rower at Homecoming Event
For what's been called Peloton's "worst-kept secret," the subtle announcement of the Peloton rower created more waves than anticipated.
Balanced Platform Offers Fitness Programs for Older Adults
The platform, launched in late 2021, features certain routines that can help prevent pain, injuries, and illness.
Hands-on Review: Fieldsheer Adventure Heated Jacket
The Fieldsheer Adventure Heated Jacket offers adjustable temperatures for colder climates and is an example of tech’s expansion into non-traditional industries.
Hear, There, and Everywhere: Smart Hearables
Bluetooth has taken leaps forward in the last year, making it the perfect tech to power over-the-counter personal sound amplification products (PSAPs).
What’s Next in Senior Technology?
Better-looking wearables and hearables, along with advances in digital therapeutics spurred on by the pandemic, are hitting the market this year.
Unboxed: ObVus Laptop Tower Stand 2.0
Say goodbye to tech-related neck and back pain with the Laptop Tower Stand 2.0 and Ergonomic Bluetooth Foldable Keyboard from ObVus.
What’s Next in Health and Wellness Tech?
With the pandemic still here, the worldwide market for home fitness equipment is expected to continue to grow.
Enterprise-Friendly Aura Web Platform Is Fleet Management for Air Purifiers
The new solution uses AI, real-time cloud data, and a coterie of sensors to help organizations manage their air quality at scale.
Peloton Makes Critical Changes Amid Steep Losses
Plus, Samsung unveils the new S22 Ultra smartphone at its first Unpacked event of 2022.
Even Dumbbells Are Getting Smarter
We put the BowFlex SelectTech 552 hand weights through their paces.
How to Reduce Your Smartphone Usage This Year
All it takes is a willingness to start your day with this easy strategy.
Technology for a Healthier Work-from-Home Culture
Working in an office from 9 to 5 is no longer the norm in our society. In fact, most people report only planning on...
Revolutionizing Women’s Healthcare with Technology-Driven Solutions
Healthcare is obviously under strain today, but there is one field in particular that has been lacking in innovation. Women’s healthcare - which mostly...
Reducing the Friction: The Rise of VR Fitness
The pandemic led many to exercise at home, and one of the beneficiaries was the previously niche VR headset category, which have seen a continued rise in sales.
CVS to Close 900 Brick-and-Mortar Stores
The closures will help parent company CVS Health transform its brick-and-mortar retail stores into not only pharmacies that sell everything, but also bonafide medical health facilities.
AI’s Impact on Personalization in Connected Health
Remote Health resources have been on the rise and changing the future of healthcare.
Embr Labs Wave 2 Manages Body Heat to Reduce Stress
Unapologetically different, the Embr Labs Wave 2 is a wearable device designed to reduce stress and improve sleep by regulating body temperature. We tried it out with the whole family for a few weeks. Here's our review.
The Best Air Purifiers Help You Breathe More Easily
Wildfires, pandemics, and, of course, allergies, have led to continued growth for the air purifiers in the electronics market. Here's a snapshot of the current range of offerings.
Acoustic Designs Group Opens Tech and Wellness Showroom
Acoustic Designs Group recently opened an upgraded luxury smart home showroom. Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, the showroom is powered by Delos Wireless Technology and the DARWIN Premier Home Wellness Intelligence Network.
Sleek Lyric Therapeutic Massager Looks Good Next to an iMac
The Lyric therapeutic massager is the surprising and delightful health and wellness gadget we've been waiting for.
Personal Health Gadgets Take Off
The pandemic was a boon to the health gadget sector, leading more consumers to take an active role in managing wellness at home and on the go.
Who Needs FDA Rules For Health Devices?
Proposed rule changes in hearing aids reflect how long it takes regulations to catch up with technology,especially around health and wellness devides.
Countertop Coral UV 2 Sanitizer Disinfects Everything From Pacifiers to Laptops
The sleek-looking Coral UV 2 sanitizer and dryer uses UV-C light to comfortably sanitize up to 12 baby bottles or six iPhone 12s at once. Coming out in July, the second-generation Coral UV is big enough to handle everything from baby bottles and combs to headphones and laptops.
Age Tech: Reshaping Channel Opportunities
Just consider these facts: Americans over 50 account for $7.6 trillion in direct spending and related economic activity. By 2030, more people worldwide will be over 60 than under 10, and AARP is reporting that 87% of those 65+ want to stay in their current homes and communities.
AirPop Active+ Smart Face Mask Tracks Breathing
Besides blocking out pollutants, allergens, and droplets, the AirPop Smart+ smart face mask tracks your breathing with its built-in sensor.
Airthings View Plus Gives Whole-Home Air Breakdown
The latest in the Airthings product lineup, View Plus, delivers a room's PM, radon, CO2, humidity, airborne chemicals (VOC), temperature, air pressure, and outdoor air quality.
Today on Insider Talk: Cleaning Products for Tech Retailers
Tune in to this evening's episode of Dealerscope Insider Talk where Pamela Andrews and Ruben Tellez of ZEISS Vision Care will discuss why cleaning products are a necessary companion to tech products at retail.
Wellness Innovations Surge to Meet Consumer Demand
This shift in focus on health and wellness can be seen in most every place in the tech industry, from wearables and apps to the smart home. It all points to consumers’ heightened awareness of preventive heath.
Wellness Care Shifts from Reactive to Proactive
Consumers want to play a more interactive role in their healthcare. Sleep monitoring is near the top of the consumer desires list for health-and-wellness tracking. The wish for tracking and monitoring vital signs is being addressed with vigor by vendors.
The Consumerization Of Health & Wellness
Opportunities for CE retailers abound as self-care electronics category explodes.
