WatchOS 9’s new running-focused features might make the Apple Watch the most comprehensive fitness tracker you can buy.
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Polar’s Latest Running Watch Thinks It’s Smarter Than It Is
Polar’s newest fitness watch is aimed at runners, but the software is hard to use, and it lacks some basic features.
Garmin Finally Brings Back the Vivosmart—and It’s Even Better
It’s only taken four years, but Garmin’s small fitness tracker is back with a slew of great and necessary improvements.
Peloton’s ‘Worst-Kept Secret’ Is Out (Yes, It’s a Rowing Machine)
Plus: The iPod is dead, iPhones might go USB-C, folding screens get bendier, and a beloved music synthesizer gets an upgrade.
The Glorious Utility of the Mid-Range Phone
Also, Garmin has a new fitness tracker, Zoom gets emotional, and Instagram tries to prioritize original content.
Wahoo Gives the Roller Bike Trainer a Smarter, Safer Update
A new twist on the traditional indoor cycling trainer combines computerized control with simple safety improvements.
Want to Start Strength Training? Here’s the Gear Pros Recommend
We asked powerlifters, strongmen, and strongwomen what newbies need to launch their lifting journey.
Peloton’s Body-Tracking Camera Wants to Be Your At-Home Coach
The Peloton Guide uses computer vision to give feedback about your exercise regimen, all while fitting into your busy, squeeze-in-a-workout lifestyle.
With Peloton Guide, the Fitness Company Bets Big on Body Tracking
Peloton has made a device that uses a camera to track your strength-training workouts. The “camera” part, though, still needs to prove itself.
13 Best Deals on Fitness Trackers, Tablets, and Air Purifiers
This weekend’s discounts are great for warmer weather and DIY projects.