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Garmin Vivosmart 4 Fitness Tracker

Previously, Garmin was a brand known for its GPS systems that were to go-to choice for car owners. However, lately, the company has been churning out quality fitness trackers that are going up against established names like Fitbit and others. Its latest product to hit the market is the Garmin Vivosmart 4. Other than its cache of features for tracking your activities and biometrics, this wearable device is looking a little more fashionable than some models from its range.

Its predecessor had a flush screen integrated into the silicone band. Meanwhile, the newer version sports a pronounced aluminum bezel that surrounds its OLED display. It’s possibly intended to keep scratches away from the polycarbonate lens that covers the touchscreen. Sadly, unlike other fitness wearables from Garmin, it does not come with a built-in GPS.

The $129.99 Garmin Vivosmart 4 pretty much does everything that the older model can do save for a few upgrades. The included optical heart rate sensor on the back can now measure your blood oxygen saturation levels. Another new feature takes all of the data gathered by the device’s sensors to come up with your “Body Battery.” The system correlates everything and advises you the best time to work out or rest. Users can also enjoy a longer battery life rated up to 7 days.

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November 18, 2018 / Comments Off on Garmin Vivosmart 4 Fitness Tracker
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Fitbit Charge 3 Fitness Smartwatch

When it comes to fitness trackers, Fitbit is the brand that commonly comes to mind. One of its most widely used wearables, the Charge, is about to get another upgrade. Its popularity led to a follow-up version that was released in 2016. What we have now is the Fitbit Charge 3. This takes everything its predecessor had and throws in a couple of new features that make it worth the upgrade.

This smartwatch sports an aerospace-grade aluminum case that houses a grayscale OLED touchscreen—protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3. It’s built to withstand exposure to water up to 50 meters, so don’t worry about taking it off when you’re in the shower or going for a swim. We like how Fitbit kept all of its components flush as it flows seamlessly into its wristbands. Depending on your mood or style, the straps are user-replaceable with various compatible options.

It wirelessly connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth 4.0 and keeps you notified concerning messages, calls, calendar alerts, and more. Just like its wristbands, users can likewise switch from different clock faces.

The brand is known for its health-oriented platform, therefore the Charge 3 is equipped with a relative SpO2 sensor and an optical heart rate monitor. It can store up to 7 days of detailed motion data and up to 30 days of your daily totals. You can also track the quality of your sleep on a daily basis, Battery life is rated up to 7 days on a single charge. The regular version retails for $169.95 and if you plunk down an extra $20 for the special edition, you can enjoy NFC payments via its Fitbit Pay feature.

Fitbit Charge 3

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November 13, 2018 / Comments Off on Fitbit Charge 3 Fitness Smartwatch
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