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One month with Oura Ring for iOS: Impressive data, but is it worth it?
After having spent the last month with my Oura Ring and the Oura Ring companion app for iOS, I can definitively say that despite a beautiful app and some helpful features, unless you are someone looking to track or improve your sleep, I don’t think that the Oura Ring is worth it. Head below the fold to learn why.
Read MoreZwift’s latest update includes new Apple Watch support

Zwift, the connected online cycling and running program, now allows subscribers to utilize Apple Watch heart rate monitoring amongst other new features in its latest update, rolling out between now and March. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseNon-Peloton treadmill owners can now pair with Peloton app

In a move that is sure to expand audience reach, Peloton today announced that third-party Bluetooth FTMS treadmill owners can now pair their treadmills with the Peloton app. Head below for more details on the update.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on with Tribit FlyBuds C1 True Wireless Earbuds: Big features, small sound

The Tribit FlyBuds C1 True Wireless Earbuds are available for $69.99, a fair price point for a pair of wireless headphones that don’t have the best overall sound quality. While I really enjoyed some of the Tribit Flybuds’ features, my 2020 Apple AirPods still had a much richer sound quality in comparison, albeit at a $20 higher price point. Keep reading below the fold for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseNBA League Pass unavailable for some Peloton members

Back in October of this year, Peloton announced a partnership with the NBA and the WNBA – a first-of-its-kind relationship between an entertainment sports-focused entertainment service and an at-home exercise brand. NBA League Pass on Peloton has launched (also back in October), but apparently, not all Peloton members have access. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseEXR rowing app update, December 2023: Create custom races, Row in the Snow, more

The popular connected rowing app companion, EXR, has released its December updates including the ability to create custom races, a new winter challenge, and more. Head below the fold to learn more details on the latest updates from EXR.
Expand Expanding CloseVerizon poaches Peloton CMO Leslie Barland

As first reported by the Wall Street Journal, Verizon Communications announced yesterday the hiring of Leslie Barland – formerly the CMO of both Peloton and X – as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Head below the fold to learn more.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton’s Tread+ now available after a two-year hiatus and a deadly recall

Connected fitness company, Peloton, yesterday released their Tread+ after a recall two years ago that was the result of dozens of incidents – including the death of a child. The Peloton Tread+ is now available online for preorder for $4,995 through January 9, at which point the price will bump up to $5,995. Keep reading below the fold to learn more.
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Peloton Tread+ now available for $4,995 ($1,000 in savings)
Peloton today released its latest piece of connected hardware, the Peloton Tread+, available for preorder coming in at $4,995 through January 9. If you have someone in your life who loves their at-home exercise equipment, Peloton remains the gold standard in connected fitness, and the Peloton Tread+ would be the perfect gift for the workout enthusiast this holiday season. Shipping is free and the price includes delivery and setup. As with all of Peloton’s connected hardware, a Peloton membership comes at an additional cost of $44/month to access Peloton’s content library. Head below for more details on the Peloton Tread+.
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Here’s what Apple Fitness could learn from Oura
After having spent a month with my Oura Ring and many more months than that with my Apple Watch, there are a few features that both the Oura Ring and its companion app have that Apple Watch and Apple Fitness would be keen to pay attention to.
Read MoreWithings debuts ScanWatch Nova, a revolutionary hybrid smartwatch

Connected health company, Withings, today introduced its newest hybrid smartwatch to its lineup – the ScanWatch Nova. The ScanWatch Nova is a powerful, revolutionary smartwatch that blends health-tracking and a luxury look. Head below the fold to learn more about the ScanWatch Nova.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton adds new wheelchair-accessible program to its library

Peloton has added a brand new strength-training program to its ever-expanding library called the “Seated Adaptive Transfer Program.” Designed to help those navigating the world via wheelchair, the Seated Adaptive Transfer Program is now available on-demand. Head below for more details.
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Apple Design Award winner SwingVision makes its pickleball debut
SwingVision, an Apple Design Award-winning app in innovation, today introduced its expansion into pickleball. Initially an app meant to act as a tennis coach helping users to perfect every aspect of their game, SwingVision is making its way into America’s fastest-growing sport.
Read MoreReview: Echelon Stair Climber Sport

Echelon has released several new pieces of connected fitness equipment this year, including a new Tonal competitor and Elliptical. Most recently, Echelon has released the new Stair Climber Sport, which is an adjustable, foldable, space-efficient, and impressively low-priced stair climber. Read (or watch) below to learn what we think after testing it out.
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Strava adds Messaging on iOS and Android, and it’s free
Strava, the popular social networking app for athletes and a leading digital community, today released its newest feature in the latest update – Messaging. Messaging allows Strava members to connect with one another and motivate each other in ways that they couldn’t before today. Head below the fold for more details on Strava’s Messaging feature.
Read MorePeloton releases class in honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilites

Peloton yesterday announced that they would be releasing a new class in honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a special 20-minute ride, which is now available on-demand. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseAt-home gym company, Tonal, suing Speediance

Tonal, the connected fitness at-home gym company, is suing its Chinese rival, Speediance. The lawsuit covers a lot of ground, including alleged patent infringement, a request for monetary compensation, and the blocking of further production of Speediance’s Gym Monster. Head below the fold for more details on the lawsuit.
Expand Expanding CloseTonal and Best Buy announce new partnership

Tonal, a smart at-home gym company, is now partnering with Best Buy to bring large-scale retail expansion to the big box store. Customers can now shop for Tonal products and accessories on Best Buy’s website. Head below to learn more.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton testing French subtitles

Connected fitness company Peloton seems to be in its beta-testing phase of French subtitles during its classes. This would be an update that is over two years in the making for the smart fitness company and a welcome one, especially if Peloton wants to become more accessible to a wider range of current members as well as potential members. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about Peloton’s testing of French subtitles.
Expand Expanding CloseThe five top-rated pairs of workout leggings on Amazon

Whether you’re doing yoga, running, cycling, or lifting weights, one of the most important things is wearing leggings that support you and your body while you exercise. You don’t want leggings that roll down while you squat or cause you to chafe in anyway while you run. Head below the fold to learn more about the five highest-rated pairs of workout leggings available now on Amazon.
Expand Expanding Close5 alternatives to MyFitnessPal

While MyFitnessPal has been a top-rated app for calorie tracking for some years now, there are other calorie- and health-tracking apps available to check out – especially if you don’t want to pay for a MyFitnessPal premium subscription, which costs $19.99/month or $79.99 per year. Head below for more on free MyFitness Pal alternative apps.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton sets two Guinness World Records, but not without difficulty

While much of the country was preparing their favorite dish for Thanksgiving, yesterday Peloton set out for gold in an attempt to grab two Guinness World Records, and they succeeded – but with serious technical glitches along the way. Keep reading to learn more about Peloton’s attempt at setting two new Guinness World Records.
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Hydrow’s Black Friday sale: $1,745 Hydrow Rower, $750 in savings with $300 in gifts ($1,050 value)
Hydrow, the connected smart rowing company, has announced its Black Friday deal that is now live. The deal includes both the Hydrow Rower and the Hydrow Wave Rower, both of which offer a heap of savings. The Hydrow Rower is now available for $1,745, marked down from $2,495, and the Hydrow Wave Rower is going for $1,445, down from $1,895. The rowers are identical in features except for size, and Hydrow’s Black Friday deal includes an additional $300 in savings on gifts – for both rowers – which includes a machine mat, a heart rate monitor, and an on the mat kit. Shipping is free. Head below to learn more about Hydrow’s Black Friday deal.
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Three ways Oura Ring can improve its app experience for iPhone users
As far as health trackers go, there is a lot to love about the Oura Ring and its companion app. The ring’s 200+ biometrics sync to the Oura Ring app, giving users detailed analytics and insights into their overall health and wellness, in addition to various meditations, breathing exercises, and more. However, after only having had my Oura Ring for a couple of weeks, there are some obvious changes that Oura could (and should) embrace to improve the iPhone user experience.
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