Latest articles by Michael L Hicks
Wearables Weekly I've been using open-ear Shokz earbuds for two years. The new 'Plus' version is better than ever, but are they worth $200? For some athletes, absolutely.
Health overhaul The Venu 4's Health Status perk makes it easier to judge when you're unhealthy, and while older watches are getting it, only a few get the best version.
Gemini shortcut Gemini's new Pixel Watch gesture makes it easier than ever to access Google's AI assistant. Here's how it works.
Intriguing hints Could the OnePlus Watch 4 be arriving in December as a spin-off of the skinny Oppo Watch S, or will this be something else?
Be prepared From Emergency Sharing and Safety Checks to fall/ crash detection and Loss of Pulse detection, there are plenty of emergency & safety tools you must set up.
Early BF deal This limited-time, early Black Friday deal on the "best running watch" I've ever tested is worth picking out of Garmin's massive holiday sale.
Early BF deals If you want to swap to Garmin for your gym workouts but are intimidated by the high prices, the $50-off Vivoactive 6 is your best starting point.
Reduced running These two fitness watches were already affordable for what they offered; now they're even cheaper, thanks to the new COROS PACE 4 launch.
Early BF deals You can basically get the Classic LTE upgrade for the same price as the Bluetooth model on Amazon, making it cheaper than the Pixel Watch 4 45mm LTE.
Crown vs. buttons Garmin is allegedly developing a Hall effect crown, which may turn off longtime Garmin fans but appeal to more "mainstream" athletes.
Paced to perfection The COROS PACE 4 is the best sub-$300 option I've found for a long-lived running watch. Here's what's new and how it performed for GPS and HR accuracy.
Workout fun Samsung is collaborating with iFit to make hundreds of workouts available in Samsung Health, but only a few will be available for free.
Sunday Runday I'm running a marathon in six days, and while I relied on my Garmin watch for my training, I only got in the best shape by ignoring Garmin's advice.
In Fitbit Labs, you can sign up for studies for 'Unusual Trend Detection' or the 'Hypertension Study Lab,' but not everyone is eligible.
Extend your reality Whether you have a gaming PC, a PS5, or prefer a standalone VR headset, we have recommendations for every type of VR headset buyer.
Before you "save" hundreds on an old Garmin watch, think about whether you'd be better off with something newer.
Wearables Weekly I tested Pixel Watch 4 battery use for GPS, calling, streaming over Wi-Fi or LTE, and other tools, to help you decide whether you need the 41mm or 45mm.
Phantom stress Samsung changed the math behind its stress alerts, stressing out Galaxy Watch owners. It's an increasingly common problem across smartwatch brands.
Multitasking Moohan If you assumed gaming would be an afterthought on Galaxy XR, you might be surprised at how many gaming use cases it has — and not just for VR.
Same look, new perks The Pixel Watch 4 is officially here, and we have the rundown of every key hardware upgrade and new feature that Google has to offer.
Wear OS Weekly The Google Pixel Watch 4 feels like the end of a journey from a design and UI perspective, but it's only the beginning for Gemini and Fitbit.
AI splurging Meta earned $51.2 billion in revenue but was hit by a one-time $15.9 billion tax and $4.4 billion in Reality Labs losses, while Zuckerberg focused on AI.
Urinsights Withings U-Scan is installed in your toilet and measures things like metabolic strain, hydration, Vitamin C, Ketones, and Calcium.
