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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These are our 12 favorite fitness, health, and nutrition apps we recommend for crushing your 2026 resolutions ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ We broke down the key features, subscription costs, and reasons why you can trust these 12 apps for your 2026 resolutions. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Apps &amp; Software]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KgcqBsMei7M3jTqhJSYhL7-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Your favorite fitness watch brands have some problems to fix. From longstanding Garmin problems to a Fitbit renaissance, these are my 2026 predictions and what improvements I want to see ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ From a game-changing Fenix 9 to more Whoop-style straps and better fitness watch-smart glasses integration, it should be an exciting 2026 for athletes! ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:31:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hYyPX5oqwKSx2wx7abYbMQ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The ultimate step test: I wore 10 fitness watches while walking 10,000 steps. These are the brands you can trust for your New Year's step goals ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I took my Amazfit, Apple, Coros, Google, Garmin, OnePlus, Polar, Samsung, Suunto, and Withings watches for a step test to see which you can trust. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8yiHGR5i4piw5LQxnWxMHM-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Wearables report card 2025: How smartwatches, rings, and glasses fared this year against my predictions ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/wearables-2025-report-card</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Last year, I had analysts tell me how wearable tech would improve in 2025. Here's what we got right and wrong, and how the big companies did. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yV2xfv69nzvWKjvWuDPoF-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[An official lifestyle image of a person wearing Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[An official lifestyle image of a person wearing Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ If you want your 2026 fitness goals to succeed, you'll start them now ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/new-years-resolutions-2026-five-tricks-to-actually-achieve-them</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I finished most of my New Year's resolutions in 2025, and I have five simple suggestions for how you can pull off yours in 2026. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:35:42 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HemBCYYfWNioseXxTnhiJ4-1280-80.jpeg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A 31-day walk streak graph on the Garmin Forerunner 965, which is sitting on top of a pair of shoes]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A 31-day walk streak graph on the Garmin Forerunner 965, which is sitting on top of a pair of shoes]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ As a serious runner and tech reviewer, these are the watches, earbuds, and other Cyber Monday running deals I'd recommend ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/cyber-monday-running-deals-best-affordable-tech-for-serious-and-casual-athletes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From Garmin watches and wireless earbuds to cheap stocking stuffers, these are the tech and running gear that I personally recommend or plan to buy. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:27:15 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bVnn6J5arjDsL7YFCoLzFU-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses have become my go-to workout companion and my favorite way to preserve memories of my time outdoors. Whether YOU'll like them comes down to the weight. ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/oakley-meta-vanguard-smart-glasses-review</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I've worn Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses for runs, walks, hikes, rounds of golf, and more; here's why I love them, but why you may or may not feel the same. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:36:25 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:10:56 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BApZrUp44DuheLan9JPCYU-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[The Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses laying on grass.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[The Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses laying on grass.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The essential vs. the overload: How ignoring certain advanced metrics on my Garmin watch has become my secret weapon as I prepare for the Garmin Tucson Marathon ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 16:03:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garmin]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bVnn6J5arjDsL7YFCoLzFU-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ COROS APEX 4 fitness test: Rolling back to the old ways, with new perks ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I tested the COROS APEX 4's GPS and HR accuracy, was blown away by the maps and battery, and had complicated feelings about the display and UI. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2025 14:54:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[COROS]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d9sAsGozfYqTxRFHAQC9fM-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I tested the Google Pixel Watch 4's fitness tools and accuracy against my Garmin Forerunner ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The Pixel Watch 4 is Google's sportiest smartwatch yet, but does it do enough to tempt fans of dedicated fitness watches? I tested it against a Garmin watch to see. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 14:44:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Google Pixel Watch]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ajrxG3DrfdmYUmCHDzSjJR-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ray-Ban Meta tips and tricks: Key AI features for Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Meta Display glasses ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/meta-smart-glasses-ai-tips-and-tricks</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ From new Meta Ray-Ban Display and Oakley Meta Vanguard features to hidden Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) tricks, here's every feature and app you should know. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 14:44:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GKLCWXPfqN7SkSjAHnMSKf-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) impressions: Fantastic battery life, old complaints, and future potential ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/ray-ban-meta-gen-2-hands-on-impressions</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I've spent over a week with the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) glasses, which have solved my biggest complaint with my 2023 pair — but didn't fix everything. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:01:06 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:25:56 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jeoNejAeVxk9e9s8Fm9bn-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/its-very-difficult-to-choose-between-amazfit-and-garmin</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Amazfit has become a serious Garmin competitor, offering great products for lower prices, but what are the trade-offs? ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nicholas Sutrich ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LVPq9rCuuLkHYNDRwea7Zg-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Suunto Race 2 is a tough Garmin Forerunner 570 rival for focused runners ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/suunto-race-2-hands-on-accuracy-test</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ For anyone who thought the new Garmin Forerunner 970 and 570 were too expensive and focused on the wrong things, the Suunto Race 2 is what you're looking for. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 15:04:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dyMtW5V2gDAYpmZ5ECDT2W-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Garmin watches' exploding prices and popularity go hand-in-hand, for better or worse ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/are-garmin-watches-like-fenix-8-pro-getting-too-expensive</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I break down why Garmin raising prices has somehow led to greater sales, and whether people are overpaying for their Garmin watches. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:12:39 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:16:43 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6emUGV8DPb68ivhpHCJayP-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Garmin Venu X1 gives the Forerunner 970 a flashy run for your money ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/garmin-venu-x1-review</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Garmin made some odd choices with the Venu X1, but if you can stomach the short battery life (for Garmin), it mostly lives up to its painful price tag. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:57:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:10:52 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yETApyW9rAVbjwmfvyWYcV-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Only a few smartwatches have marathon training plans — so I found the best and worst options for my Garmin marathon ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/choosing-the-best-marathon-training-smartwatch-for-my-upcoming-garmin-marathon</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I found every fitness watch with a personalized marathon training plan, so I could choose one for my own marathon this November. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:03:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:14:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JM7GTeGptrPd53ZZYtSFkD-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[The Garmin Forerunner 970 on the author&#039;s wrist, showing the Primary Race widget with the Garmin Tucson Marathon time, date, weeks until the event, and goal time.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[The Garmin Forerunner 970 on the author&#039;s wrist, showing the Primary Race widget with the Garmin Tucson Marathon time, date, weeks until the event, and goal time.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I've returned to golf after 15 years, and my Garmin Venu X1 has been a huge help ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/ive-returned-to-golf-after-15-years-and-my-garmin-venu-x1-has-been-a-huge-help</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Serious golfers don't need a smartwatch, but someone without much golf know-how or a rangefinder will really benefit from this Garmin watch. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garmin]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/edscwPtdezEwaj4WQmunKL-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ After using them for a week, I found Oakley Meta HSTNs hidden superpower ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtual-reality/i-found-oakley-meta-hstns-hidden-superpower-for-athletes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses are supposed to be an upgrade over Ray-Ban Metas for athletes, and now I understand why after using them for a week. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:22:26 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Virtual Reality]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nicholas Sutrich ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/X4e5xRXUYAd6fRfUupUCv8-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A pair of warm white limited edition Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses with PRIZM lenses with running shoes and an Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A pair of warm white limited edition Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses with PRIZM lenses with running shoes and an Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Samsung Running Coach is a cool idea held back by hardware and execution ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/samsung-running-coach-galaxy-watch-8-is-cool-idea-held-back-by-hardware-and-execution</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The Samsung Running Coach may help beginner runners, but there are fundamental issues with accuracy and personalization to work out first. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Watch]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pqKhBJ4NB98uAS67rU225T-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic worn on a wrist outside, the display showing &quot;Your running level&quot; and a stylized orange number 7 underneath.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic worn on a wrist outside, the display showing &quot;Your running level&quot; and a stylized orange number 7 underneath.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Is the Galaxy Watch 8 worth the upgrade? Here's every factor to consider ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/should-you-upgrade-to-samsung-galaxy-watch-8-or-watch-8-classic</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Older Galaxy Watches have fallen well behind, but is the Watch 8 or Watch 8 Classic different enough from the Watch 7 or Watch 6 Classic? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 21:26:50 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/owttN5qAUWQSMxnLyoQYWG-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic hands-on]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic hands-on]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Despite its drawbacks, I can't help but love the Venu X1 for one obvious reason ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Garmin took this watch in a direction its core fans won't like, with a price and features that'll scare off casuals. So who is the Venu X1 for? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 17:33:45 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garmin]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZHDti2VKtVPX9eoiofcppB-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[Top-down view of the Garmin Venu X1 with the Snapshot watch face showing multiple data points like stress, VO2 Max, and heart rate.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Top-down view of the Garmin Venu X1 with the Snapshot watch face showing multiple data points like stress, VO2 Max, and heart rate.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Two smartwatches, one Spartan race... no winners? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/google-pixel-watch/two-smartwatches-one-spartan-race-no-winners</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Spartan races require a wide range of fitness skills to finish, but which smartwatch measures them best? I put the Google Pixel Watch 3 and OnePlus Watch 3 head-to-head to find out. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nicholas Sutrich ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UMVc8g3xg7WNtEgABfH4hj-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[Running at a Spartan Race event while wearing a Google Pixel Watch 3 on one arm and a OnePlus Watch 3 on the other]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Running at a Spartan Race event while wearing a Google Pixel Watch 3 on one arm and a OnePlus Watch 3 on the other]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Garmin Forerunner 970's running tolerance tool is too useful to be a 'premium' feature ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Garmin gave the Forerunner 970 running tolerance to make it appealing to serious runners, but casual runners need this feature a lot more. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 16:00:24 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:46:08 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QQ82FEMUYUj5MjL6VuXqn3-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[The Garmin Forerunner 970 on an armrest showing my tolerance, acute impact load miles, and actual miles in a chart.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[The Garmin Forerunner 970 on an armrest showing my tolerance, acute impact load miles, and actual miles in a chart.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I ran a half marathon with the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, here's how it went ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/running-a-half-marathon-with-ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I usually only wear my Ray-Ban meta glasses in casual settings, not during workouts. As much as I like them, my running experience reminded me why. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hsLaRYj26vmJk2MddRSRQZ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ You need a fitness reboot this summer. Your smartwatch has the tools you need. ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I walk through everything you should do in June, July, and August to rekindle your workouts and health goals, using your smartwatch. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kgPVJU79cZZtCFMd8X9CpH-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[Garmin Fenix 8 vs. Galaxy Watch Ultra]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Garmin Fenix 8 vs. Galaxy Watch Ultra]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I put Garmin Trails and May update features to the test; they have room for improvement ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/i-put-garmins-connect-trails-breathing-variations-and-rucking-sport-to-the-test</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Garmin Trails tries to challenge dedicated apps like AllTrails and Komoot, and while the tools are there, it has early pain points. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2025 15:00:20 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 26 May 2025 15:26:25 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ga75Pt6KaDMgnp3ERMH5qA-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Forerunner 570 & 970 have made Garmin's tiered strategy clearer than ever ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/forerunner-570-and-970-have-made-garmin-tiered-strategy-clearer-than-ever</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Garmin restricts features to prop up flagships like the Forerunner 970, leaving pricey mid-tier watches like the Forerunner 570 behind its cheaper rivals. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 17:00:20 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 19 May 2025 23:20:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4kBjSXpTAXmxiNoq3uMptD-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I built an Ultrahuman smart ring by hand. Here's how they're made ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/i-assembled-a-smart-ring-by-hand-and-learned-how-they-work</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Ever wonder how they squeeze so many components into a smart ring? I got to see how every part is added — and then did it myself. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 12 May 2025 20:35:50 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TGKGxeCNU45PgJTWM94iAQ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED is a pretty face on a classic experience ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Despite the AMOLED face lift, the Instinct 3 remains the niche option for adventurers who care more about battery life than smarts. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 15:00:30 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:10:42 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S5sVVGdnsnBiREWqsrNBAd-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I used Boston Marathon runners' official smartwatch stats to help with my training ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ You'd be surprised how much an amateur can learn from the running stats of someone twice as fast as them! ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[COROS]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5oxYT5JWSL4XotEthswdbL-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ AR running glasses aren't there yet, but the future is almost here ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/ar-running-glasses-arent-ready-yet-but-future-is-almost-here</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ These particular glasses are imperfect, but don't be surprised if Meta, Google, and others try to tempt runners and cyclists with AR glasses soon. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 20 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DMeb5SYxCfkBK7EmymxEuC-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[The ENGO 2 AR glasses held in hand close to the camera, with the sensors and holographic display visible, as well as ENGO and ActiveLook logos.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[The ENGO 2 AR glasses held in hand close to the camera, with the sensors and holographic display visible, as well as ENGO and ActiveLook logos.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Testing the Garmin HRM 200 and Polar H10 convinced me I was (mostly) too harsh on chest straps ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin-hrm-200-helped-me-realize-i-was-too-harsh-on-hrm-chest-straps</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you're not hypersensitive to tight devices, a chest strap is unquestionably better than your current smartwatch. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 15:00:20 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:39:26 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YEcL5SaymRv67XwkaEqtXf-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Garmin Connect Plus in-depth hands-on: Much more than an AI, unfortunately ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/garmin/garmin-connect-plus-in-depth-hands-on-much-more-than-an-ai-unfortunately</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The Garmin Connect Plus AI is a harmless novelty, but there are some vital tools behind the paywall that will upset long-time Garmin fans used to free software. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 16:45:40 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WLp83g35Kn66APtTaXDoZQ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Force Apple to make its Watch less exclusive, and the entire smartwatch industry changes ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/eu-dma-ruling-could-completely-reshape-fitness-smartwatch-industry</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ As unlikely as it is for Apple to open up messaging to non-Apple Watches, it could reshape the entire wearable market, including Android watches. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garmin]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ikzBFsdFCJgjTtP7VBhkAn-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Forerunner 975 and 275 will show how much gas Garmin has left in the tank ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Our two favorite running watches should get new models in the next couple of months, but how many new ideas does Garmin have left? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:35:57 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QX2k83MXKaxGcmzmbFPPMJ-1280-80.jpeg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I grilled Strava's execs about the app's future and how Athlete Intelligence will improve ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Athlete Intelligence just left its beta testing, but Strava's CTO and CPO told me that they're "not done" making it better. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CRogLHkoox7zujE5MVTcsP-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[San Francisco mayor Daniel Lurie addressing the Strava employees at their SF office unveiling]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A wall of Strava employees&#039; race bibs at their new office in San Francisco]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Android Central team picks the best fitness apps and watches they can't do without ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ We spend most of our time reviewing new products; these are the fitness gadgets and apps we fall back on once our reviews are finished. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sDUkyPb3KgrP2tPDSvYxAj-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I'm almost embarrassed how much I dig this gimmicky smart ring ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/im-almost-embarrassed-how-much-i-dig-this-gimmicky-casio-smart-ring</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I thought the Casio ring watch was too goofy to be real; now I'm hooked on wearing it and wondering if I want more smart ring "gimmicks" ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:06:01 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:40:21 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WpXxS8zrAgmqWcQBdmD7wf-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A close-up of the Casio CRW001-1 ring watch&#039;s steel chassis]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A close-up of the Casio CRW001-1 ring watch&#039;s steel chassis]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ We're entering the medical era of wearables ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/were-entering-the-medical-era-of-wearables</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Smartwatches do well selling to consumers, but future devices will focus on medical-grade accuracy to court B2B healthcare sales. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tB2c39Gh7RymoX9CU9kKo-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I can't decide if the Garmin Instinct 3 is a winner or a flop ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ After a week with the Instinct 3, I'm struggling to decide if I should be content with more of the same, or if Garmin should have done more. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:00:10 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garmin]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RCxiWbRBqe4ySWPAXTcZsW-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Shokz OpenFit 2 review: Wow, do I love these ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The first Shokz OpenFit were on the right track, but the OpenFit 2 are almost perfect for runners — and fun to wear outside of workouts, too. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AyNXziSDFKoETCqCbvepfZ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I held a smartwatch 'beauty pageant.' The winners and losers will surprise you ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/i-held-a-smartwatch-beauty-pageant-with-surprising-results</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I asked 21 family members across generations to rank 13 smartwatches based solely on their looks, from Apple and Samsung to Google and Garmin. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:28:30 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AjASiMALJuaqzT8eUv3XAQ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A side view of thirteen smartwatches sitting side-by-side on a desk. In order, they are the OnePlus Watch 2R, Withings ScanWatch 2, Google Pixel Watch 3, Apple Watch Ultra 2, Fitbit Sense, Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, Fitbit Charge 6, Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, Garmin Fenix 8, Coros Pace Pro, Amazfit Cheetah Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Garmin Instinct 2X Solar.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A side view of thirteen smartwatches sitting side-by-side on a desk. In order, they are the OnePlus Watch 2R, Withings ScanWatch 2, Google Pixel Watch 3, Apple Watch Ultra 2, Fitbit Sense, Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, Fitbit Charge 6, Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, Garmin Fenix 8, Coros Pace Pro, Amazfit Cheetah Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Garmin Instinct 2X Solar.]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ You've quit your New Year's resolutions already; here's how to get back on track ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ "Quitters Day" for New Year's resolutions has passed, but there's no reason TO quit if you set goals that are actually attainable (and fun)! ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jan 2025 17:00:37 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sun, 12 Jan 2025 17:03:16 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fFKWyEW7dpk5BgQ77Jfykg-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[Promo image for Wear OS 5 showing two athletes running with Wear OS watches]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Promo image for Wear OS 5 showing two athletes running with Wear OS watches]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Here's everything we expect and want from wearables and smartwatches in 2025 ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I asked two industry analysts and mixed in my own predictions for what 2025 has in store for smartwatches, smart rings, and smart glasses. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yHerFynjGJ6kDrNcvmE6Yo-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I'm kind of shocked at how good smartwatches have gotten ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I tested dozens of smartwatches, trackers, and rings in 2024 — and they were consistently high-quality in a way I'm not used to. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hogQeSaTXWrEBR5EMBFXKH-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[A pile of watches on a chair: The Garmin Fenix 8, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, COROS VERTIX 2S, COROS PACE Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, Polar Vantage M3, and OnePlus Watch 2R]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[A pile of watches on a chair: The Garmin Fenix 8, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, COROS VERTIX 2S, COROS PACE Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, Polar Vantage M3, and OnePlus Watch 2R]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Why don't more smartwatches use this smart ring's seemingly obvious trick? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Ultrahuman is adding a new Smart Alarm feature reminiscent of Fitbit's Smart Wake feature, and I'd love to see it spread to more watches. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 15 Dec 2024 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:16:15 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YfqvMSCCxKbLw7zSnUdfPb-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ First 11 things to do with your new Google Pixel Watch 3 ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ We run through everything you need to know after unboxing your Pixel Watch 3, from Fitbit tricks and Pixel exclusives to developer options. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9PFRDmhKzWyC74XwvEuc3o-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to use your new Cyber Monday smartwatch to shed Thanksgiving pounds ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I run through all the specific smartwatches and tools that'll actively help you lose weight, including those discounted for Cyber Monday. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Wearables]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5xtzUTUEH7f4PQTujsfYi5-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[The MyFitnessPal app for counting calories]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[The MyFitnessPal app on the Google Pixel Watch 3]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Polar Vantage M3 has premium guts in a mid-range package — with one key flaw ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/polar-vantage-m3-gps-hr-accuracy-test</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The new Polar Vantage M3 is an intriguing mid-range running watch; I put its GPS and HR accuracy to the test against Garmin and COROS. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Michael L Hicks ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3xx4EYqgDotrKcGU9kFUoF-1280-80.jpg">
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