Sleep tracking is coming to Apple Watch, but monitoring your sleep is a bad idea

The Apple Watch is adding sleep-tracking features, but wearables have a bad track record for sleep tracking, so we recommend charging overnight instead.

Philip Berne     April 25, 2023

What Comes Next: Five ways TV will be different post-quarantine

We take a look at the effect of the coronavirus on the production of new shows, and the changes they’ll have to make when productions start filming again.

T. Werkhoven     April 25, 2023

Lululemon’s purchase of Mirror proves home gyms are the future of fitness

The pandemic is changing the traditional gym. People are still afraid, so there's been an increase in adoption of home gyms, connected apps, and subscriptions.

J. Velasco     July 15, 2020

No needles required: New wearable will provide glucose readings at a glance

Imagine if measuring your glucose levels was as simple as a quick glance at your wrist. That’s the promise of continuous glucose monitoring startup Movano.

L. Dormehl     April 25, 2023

The best fitness games

Gym rats and fitness newcomers alike will be able to work up a sweat with these exhausting game titles. Here are the best fitness games for your next workout.

Jon Bitner     April 21, 2022

What Comes Next: How tech can help schools safely reopen

If your school is reopening in the fall, safety will be a priority, and the upcoming school year will test the limits of how schools can open and operate.

T. Werkhoven     April 25, 2023

Coronavirus hasn’t peaked, but data shows our interest in it definitely has

As COVID-19 cases continue to spike across the United States, search interest in the virus and terms surrounding it has faded considerably, as much as 93%.

C. Morris     April 25, 2023

What Comes Next: How tech helps transit and travel open safely

We take a look at the safety measures around public transportation and flying, and how those industries are aiming to tackle the spread of the coronavirus.

T. Werkhoven     April 25, 2023

Thermometers are sold out (almost) everywhere — here’s where to get one today

Thermometers are still available in some stores. Here is where to look.

J. Levenson     April 26, 2022

Gene-edited mosquitoes are ready for the U.S. — but is the U.S. ready for them?

Oxitec has an emergency use authorization to release genetically modified mosquitoes in Florida. Some worry the EPA hasn't consulted enough outside experts.

J. McGrath     June 26, 2020

Rapid urine test tells the truth about your diet, even if you don’t

An international team of researchers has developed a rapid urine test that can measure the quality of your diet and whether it’s a good fit for your body.

Trevor Mogg     June 24, 2020

A state of unrest: How working from home is screwing up sleep, and how to fix it

The coronavirus and other tragedies in the world, as well as an abrupt shift to remote work, has left many of us without sleep. Here's what you can do about it.

S. Agarwal     June 22, 2020

Garmin Vector 3 smart pedals review: Data to make your head spin

These Vector 3 pedals bring an amazing amount of accurate information to riders in a neat and easy-to-use package backed by Garmin's strong reputation.

M. Nicholson     May 12, 2021

Last-minute Father’s Day gifts with next-day delivery

If you're still scratching your head about what to get for dad, we've rounded up a some great deals on last-minute Father's Day gifts with next-day delivery.

Lucas Coll     June 20, 2020

These KN95 masks are now in stock for less than $2

If you've been hunting around for PPE and are having trouble finding any in stock, then HonestPPE has KN95 masks available right now for less than $2 apiece.

Lucas Coll     April 21, 2022

Where to buy hand sanitizer online and get it delivered in days

Need hand sanitizer but coming up empty-handed? Here's where to buy hand sanitizer online and get it delivered in days, not weeks or even months.

Ed Oswald     December 15, 2020

Flushing the toilet may spread coronavirus germs, study finds

Toilet plumes are the aerosols that are released into the air after flushing. Researchers did simulations to see how the coronavirus may spread via plumes.

Jenny McGrath     June 16, 2020

These affordable face masks are antibacterial and washable for lasting protection

These masks are adjustable in size, reusable up to 50 times, and maintains an antibacterial rate of 99%.

K. Kaliszewski     December 15, 2020

Soon you’ll be able to exercise by racing a virtual ghost of your past self

Researchers at Bath University have developed a VR system that lets people in the gym don a headset to race against past and future versions of themselves.

Luke Dormehl     June 5, 2020

Lose weight from home this summer with Noom — now free for two weeks

Keen to look your best this summer? A Noom free trial is a great way to get fitter and healthier with a plan that really works.

Jennifer Allen     May 31, 2020

All the COVID-19 treatments currently in clinical trials

Institutions around the world are working to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. The pathway is a long and difficult one.

J. McGrath     April 25, 2023

Last chance to sign up for free CME-eligible online course with Coursera

Learn everything you need to know about COVID-19 entirely for free with a CME-eligible course at Coursera

J. Allen     August 28, 2020

Masks are now mandatory in Virginia — here’s where to buy them for less than $1

If you still need some cheap face masks for yourself and your loved ones but they're out of stock everywhere, Well Before has them for less than $1 apiece.

Lucas Coll     April 21, 2022

These KN95 masks are in stock and cost just $3

Give away those surgical masks: This Texas-based retailer has the more protective KN95 for a reasonable price.

Ed Oswald     April 21, 2022

Best Buy Memorial Day Sale 2020: All the best deals, all in one place

The Best Buy Memorial Day Sale is now live, and we have links to each segment, along with our choices of the best deals on offer.

Josh Levenson     April 26, 2022

Save $200 on the Theragun G3Pro Percussive Massage Gun this Memorial Day weekend

Banish sore muscles with Best Buy's Memorial Day sale on the Theragun G3Pro Percussive Massage Gun.

B. Brown     May 24, 2020

Bowflex, NordicTrack home gym equipment discounted for Memorial Day

We might be stuck at home but we can still achieve our fitness goals. Best Buy and Dick's have Bowflex and Nordic Track equipment with up to $800 in savings.

K. Gilles     May 22, 2020

Best Buy drops the price of Withings Body+ smart scale for Memorial Day

Best Buy's sale brings the scale to $79 and we think it's one of the better ones out there. It has a host of smart features for your weight-monitoring needs.

Ed Oswald     April 21, 2022

Garmin’s Quatix 6X uses transparent solar panel to hit 24 days of battery life

Garmin has unveiled a new smartwatch. The Garmi Quatix 6X is a follow-up to the original Quatix 6, but has an in-display solar panel to extend the battery life.

Christian de Looper     May 20, 2020

Bowflex Memorial Day Sale: Huge discounts on trainers and treadmills

There has never been a better time to invest in a home gym. Why? Because Bowflex has just kicked off its annual Memorial Day sale.

Josh Levenson     April 21, 2022

The FDA has shut down a Bill Gates-backed coronavirus testing program

The FDA has requested the shutdown of SCAN, a Seattle-based coronavirus testing program backed by Bill Gates, while it awaits an emergency use authorization.

J. McGrath     April 25, 2023

Why is the CDC still using fax machines in its coronavirus response?

While many health records are electronic, not all public health agencies have the technology to efficiently get the needed data amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Jenny McGrath     May 13, 2020

MIT says it can tell how healthy you are by analyzing your dishwasher

MIT's Sapple system could monitor your health by analyzing how you use your various household appliances, from your washing machine to your hairdryer.

L. Dormehl     May 13, 2020

Where to buy masks online and get them delivered within days

Here's where to buy masks online, and a retailer that has an approved N95 alternative in stock.

Ed Oswald     May 15, 2020

Kickstart losing weight from home with a free two-week Noom subscription

Lose weight responsibly with a personalized coaching plan from Noom. It's free for the first two weeks.

Jennifer Allen     May 12, 2020

It’s all in the wrist: Wearables are helping to treat disease and disability

The first wave of wearables brought us step counters, activity trackers, and smartphone substitutes -- the second wave has an even more health-focused agenda.

N. Gladstone     May 12, 2020

FDA authorizes at-home coronavirus test that uses your spit

The coronavirus test from a Rutgers University laboratory allows you to collect a saliva sample at home before sending it back to the lab for a diagnosis.

Jenny McGrath     May 9, 2020

The best streaming workout subscriptions

The best streaming workout subscriptions may not be as pricey as you think. These subscriptions offer a wealth of workouts and cost less than a gym membership.

E. Oswald     April 21, 2022