Breakthrough A.I.-powered stethoscope diagnoses pneumonia like a robot doctor
Researchers from Johns Hopkins University have invented a new, 21st-century version of the stethoscope, which can help better diagnose conditions like pneumonia using some smart machine-learning technology. Here's how it works and why it could turn out to be such a game-changer.
Fitbit Versa, Charge 3 smartwatches get price cuts for Valentine’s Day
Whether you or someone you love is trying to get back into shape this year, a Fitbit smartwatch can be an excellent support system to have on your side. Amazon is offering some great discounts on the Fitbit Versa, Fitbit Charge 3, and other Fitbit models right now for Valentine's Day.
Prime(d) is the podcast Amazon probably doesn’t want you to listen to
KUOW’s Prime(d) podcast debuts Season 2 February 4. Host Joshua McNichols spoke with Digital Trends about the ways in which Amazon waits out its competition while keeping its customers happy. Even a few missteps won’t phase a company this size, so it’s practically guaranteed some amount of success in everything from groceries to fashion.
Alphabet’s Verily is reportedly working on shoes that can track your weight
Fitness tracking is getting increasingly important, but while the likes of Apple are working on fitness-tracking watches, Alphabet's Verily is instead turning to shoes. According to a recent report, Verily is working on shoes that can track your weight and offer things like fall detection.
Puma’s self-lacing sports shoe gives Nike’s Adapt BB a run for its money
Puma has unveiled a self-lacing shoe to take on Nike's Adapt BB. The fit can be adjusted via a smartphone app or the Apple Watch, with additional changes possible via a small touchpad on the top of the shoe. Puma's "Fi" footwear launches with a $330 price tag, $20 cheaper than Nike's offering.
Insoles claim to fight Parkinson’s symptoms by stimulating nerves in your feet
A shoe insole maker called Naboso Technology claims it can help improve balance and stability for people with Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological disorders by stimulating the nervous system through the bottom of the feet. Here's how its approach works.
A wearable may save your life, thanks to A.I. and big data. Here’s how
Wearables are morphing from devices that send you smartphone notifications and track your fitness into gadgets that can monitor your health -- and maybe even save your life. Here's why -- and how advanced AI from companies like Microsoft and Google can make it possible.
Genetically modified chickens lay eggs containing cancer-fighting proteins
By splicing a human gene into chicken DNA, researchers from the U.K.’s University of Edinburgh have discovered that chickens can be made to lay eggs which contain an elevated level of proteins used to treat cancer. Best of all, it's much cheaper than current ways of making the proteins.
Zap yourself into shape with ElectroFit, a smartphone-operated muscle stimulator
ElectroFit wants to supercharge your workout with the world's first smartphone-controlled electrical muscle stimulation device. Designed for home use, the portable unit and its companion app can dial in just the right amount of electrical stimulation to strengthen muscles and ease the pain of recovery.
Wipe off that wing sauce and tap into the game with the 9 best Super Bowl apps
The Patriots and the Rams will take the field for Super Bowl LIII, but before they do make sure you're prepared with the best Super Bowl apps on your phone. From apps to help get you your food and drinks, to apps that help you stay up to date with everything happening, here are the best Super Bowl apps.
IBM’s latest A.I. can help doctors detect how quickly a disease is progressing
IBM has developed an A.I. that can be used to predict how a range of diseases -- including diabetes, Huntington’s, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s -- are likely to develop. The tool could one day be used by physicians to make more accurate diagnoses and design more effective treatments.
Tiny medical microrobots can shape-shift to navigate through your insides
Researchers from Switzerland have developed tiny, adaptable microrobots capable of changing their shape to better navigate around the inside of the human body. The hope is that these origami-inspired robots could one day be used for performing surgery or delivering drugs where required.
Battery-free biosensor patch measures your health by drinking your sweat
Researchers from Northwestern University have developed a soft skin patch that’s able to wirelessly gather data about the body by testing sweat components. It could be useful for everything from tracking sport performance to carrying out clinical work such as disease diagnosis.
Researchers find a way to create a renewable supply of cancer-fighting T cells
Researchers at UCLA have made a major advance in the battle against cancer by showing that it’s possible to create mature T cells with important cancer-killing receptors from pluripotent stem cells. The results could be off-the-shelf T cell cancer therapies for people who need them.
Photograph your meal with the Foodvisor app for caloric, nutritional estimates
What if you could photograph your meal or snack and get an accurate calorie count with nutritional data? That's the aim of French app, Foodvisor, which features a clever algorithm that can recognize over 1,000 different food items. It continues to improve as it learns, cutting down the hassle for you.
Crescent Moon Eva All-Foam V2 Snowshoe review
Crescent Moon threw out the book when it designed its latest snowshoe. The one-piece teardrop snowshoe has no moving parts and is made of EVA foam, the impact-absorbing material in your sneakers. How does this unique snowshoe compare to a traditional snowshoe? Read on to find out.
Hydro Flask’s Journey backpack can keep your water cold for hours
The Hydro Flask Journey is the first hydration pack that was designed to keep your water cold and fresh for hours on end. The pack was designed with mountain bikers in mind and features insulated fabrics, a specially designed hydration reservoir, and reflective insulation.
Lack of regulation means wearables aren’t held accountable for health claims
The Apple Watch is credited with saving a few lives already, but now that it’s functioning as a wearable ECG, some physicians are worried it could lead to over-diagnosis in young, healthy people. It’s a phenomenon pediatricians are seeing with wearable baby monitors as well.
REI slashes prices on Suunto, Garmin, and Fitbit Versa smartwatches
Though fitness trackers and smartwatches can get pretty pricey, REI is offering some seriously sweet discounts on top brands. Right now, you can get a new smartwatch from Fitbit, Suunto, and Garmin for up to 35 percent off its normal price.
Omron HeartGuide brings blood pressure monitoring to your wrist
Wearables are starting to incorporate some important health features, but Omron's HeartGuide takes the trend to a whole new level with accurate blood pressure monitoring on your wrist. We take a closer look at the device and its implications for the millions of Americans with high blood pressure.
In search of the fountain of youth, beauty companies turn to tech
Beauty tech finally arrived at CES 2019. Not only were brands such as Olay, L’Oreal, and Neutrogena fully on display, they had interesting and unique gadgets to show off. Many of the brands hoped to deliver a more personalized experience when it comes to skincare.
Nike’s Adapt BB shoes let you tighten your laces with an iPhone
The new Nike Adapt BB shoes use self-lacing technology to connect to a smartphone, giving users the ability to not only tighten their laces using an iPhone but also set different levels of tightness based on situations occurring during a game, tuning performance and comfort as needed throughout the competition.
Walmart slashes prices on the Fitbit Versa smartwatch and Charge 3
We are officially halfway through January, and for a lot of us, that means the struggle to stick to our New Year's resolutions is in full force. Walmart is offering some great discounts on Fitbits to help you stay on track. Save on Fitbit Versa, Charge 3, Alta, and more for a limited time.
Face-scanning A.I. can help doctors spot unusual genetic disorders
Facial recognition can unlock your phone. Could it also be used to identify whether or not a person has a rare genetic disorder, based exclusively on their facial features? DeepGestalt, an A.I. built by the Boston-based tech company FDNA, suggests the answer is a resounding "yes."
Futuristic mask filters out air pollution for cyclists and runners
A big concern for cyclists in urban environments is staying safe, not only from car crashes but also from airborne pollutants. A cycling mask shown off at CES 2019 could help combat this problem by filtering out air pollution like toxic particles and diesel to keep cyclists' lungs clear as they ride.
FoodMarble Aire hands-on review
Anyone who lives with a food intolerance will know the pain — literally and figuratively — of dealing with it, and even identifying what the cause of the problem is. What was once a long and complex process, becomes something you can do anywhere, and at anytime, with the FoodMarble Aire. We took a closer look at CES 2019.
Garmin VivoActive 3 Music 4G LTE Verizon hands-on review
Garmin takes its already great VivoActive 3 Music fitness smartwatch and adds a 4G LTE connection, courtesy of Verizon. The watch now has streaming music, independent GPS, and best of all, SMS support and various safety features. We’ve tried the watch out at CES 2019 to see what it’s like.
Stomach implant device uses jolts of electricity to fight obesity
A new implant created by engineers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison could help fight the obesity epidemic by attaching to the outside of a user's stomach and then suppressing feelings of hunger using jolts of electricity. Here's how effective it's proven to be so far.
This energy-generating treadmill cuts your waistline and your power bill
Fitness equipment maker SportsArt made its first appearance at CES 2019 showcasing its latest piece of sustainable sports equipment - the Verde G690 treadmill. Part of its Eco-Pwr line, the G690 will take the people power generated during a workout and turns it into utility grade electricity.
VisionCheck might give you the option to ditch your visit to your optometrist
Next time you want to get your eyes tested, you may not have to visit the optician -- you could test your eyes yourself at home. Using the EyeQue VisionCheck, an automated optical device, you can measure your eyes' refractive error and find out what strength of glasses you need.
The best CES 2019 health gadgets combat stress, pain, and more
We checked out a wide range of different health and wellness gadgets at CES 2019 and these are the pick of the bunch. We've got a robotic care assistant, a treatment for tinnitus, wearables designed to combat stress and pain, and even gadgets to monitor your blood pressure and test your urine.
Ride through the sky and get fit on the fly with the NordicTrack VR Bike
We tried the NordicTrack Virtual Reality Bike at CES 2019. Combining fitness and gaming, it's one of the more interesting approaches to VR traversal we’ve seen. There is a catch, though, and it's in the steep price. Made for VR and fitness enthusiasts, this bike is for serious buyers only.
Where are they now? A look back at last year’s Top Tech of CES winners
What happened to the 14 prize-winning products we singled out as the coolest things we saw at last year's CES 2018? Join us as we take a look at what the past 12 months has meant for each one. Spoilers: They're still as awesome as they were on the day that we first met them.
Startup wants to reverse Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s using human blood extract
A cutting-edge startup is working on a treatment for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer's by altering the concentration of plasma proteins in patients. This work is based on research indicating that cognitive decline in mice can be reversed through injections of blood taken from younger mice.