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The S-Works 7 may be Specialized’s most technical bike shoe ever

The new S-Works 7 bike shoe from Specialized may be its most technical model ever, combining power and comfort.
Stealth Core Trainer

Stealth Core Trainer Professional review

Doing sets of planks can get boring and repetitive. So, Stealth Body Fitness attempted to make it interesting by combining a balance board with a smartphone gaming application. In our quick review of the Stealth Core Trainer Pro, we stopped counting or timing, focusing on racking up points instead.
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Purdue’s microbots are designed to wander around inside your body

Researchers at Purdue University have developed tiny microscale magnetic tumbling robots for carrying out targeted drug delivery in the body.
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Apple’s latest patents hint at sleep tracker and continued work on AR

Apple has been awarded a series of five patents this week, including one that hints at the company's work on sleep tracking.
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Graphene on toast? Edible electronics could help shield you from food poisoning

Researchers have been lasering graphene onto food. And the results could one day let your food warn you about possible food poisoning.
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Body Glove has built a stand-up paddleboard big enough for six

Body Glove's new Crusader inflatable stand-up paddleboard is built to carry six people so the entire family can join in on the fun.
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These $1 test strips detect fentanyl in street drugs, could curb overdoses

Researchers have shown that low-cost test strips can be used to detect fentanyl in street drugs, warning opioid abusers of its presence and potentially saving them from a fatal overdose.
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Big Buddy Bike claims to be the first electric balance bike built for adults

Lacking pedals of any kind the Big Buddy Bike is the first electric balance bike designed exclusively for adults.
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UV lights in public spaces could kill airborne flu viruses on the spot

Using overhead ultraviolet lights to stop the spread of flu in its tracks? Yes, please -- and it's thanks to researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
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How to pack a backpack like a pro

Short on space? Here's how to pack a backpack the right way when hiking, camping, and exploring the great outdoors.
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Keep your New Year’s resolutions alive with the SweatWorking app

The creators of aSweatLife.com, the online fitness community and resource, have launched SweatWorking, a subscription-based fitness app to help you stay on track.
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Apple Watch heart-rate sensor can detect diabetes with 85 percent accuracy

The Apple Watch could be a real game changer in the health care industry now that it's capable of detecting disease accurately.
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Amazfit promises 45 days of battery life from its $99 smartwatch

The Amazfit Bip is a new, lightweight smartwatch that offers up to 45 days of battery life and costs just $99.
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Study: Vanilla, cinnamon, and butter e-cig flavors are more harmful than others

A new study coming out of University of Rochester Medical Centre suggests that cinnamon, vanilla and buttery flavors of e-cigarettes rank among the worst in terms of toxicity.
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The OnCore smart golf ball can take your game to the next level

The OnCore Genius smart golf ball includes a number of high-tech features that can help make you a much better golfer.
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Experimental AR projection system lets surgeons see ‘through’ a patient’s skin

Imagine if surgeons were able to see their patients’ internal anatomy on their bodies without having to cut into them. That’s the basis for an intriguing new augmented reality project.
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Swedish agency says Natural Cycles contraceptive app investigation is ongoing

Earlier this month, the contraceptive app known as Natural Cycles was being blamed for 37 unwanted pregnancies. Natural Cycles issued a press release claiming the Swedish Medical Product Agency has closed all individual reports, but the MPA has confirmed the investigation is still ongoing.
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LifeStraw makes drinking water safer with lead-filtration technology

Renowned water filtration company LifeStraw adds lead filtration technology to current products and a new gravity filter, intended for outdoor enthusiasts and communities affected by natural disasters.
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Strava responds to claims that its app compromised military secrecy

The popular Strava "Heatmap" can show popular jogging trails and bike routes from around the world, but it can also inadvertently reveal the locations of U.S. military personnel in secret locations.
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Internet services are selling water to Cape Town residents facing Day Zero

Residents of Cape Town, South Africa, will see the end of their water supply by the beginning of April. Taking advantage of the drought, online vendors are now offering water to desperate residents for a fee. But what about those who can't pay for water shipments?
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Running cold: How to exercise outdoors when it’s frigid as hell

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Hunching over screens is ruining your posture — this gizmo aims to fix that

FitNeck Pro is a neck exercise device that’s designed to correct forward head posture and neck pain caused by our hunching over cell phones and laptops all day.
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Nike debuts the Epic React Flyknit sneaker with an all-foam bottom

The latest improved sneaker comes from Nike, who has just debuted the Nike Epic React Flyknit, a running shoe with an all-foam sole that leverages a new technology known as React.
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The best survival gear

Whether you're camping for a weekend or prepping for the apocalypse, you'll want the best survival gear to keep you safe. Here's what to include in any bug-out bag.
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Workout playlist: Get pumped about pumping iron

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CRISPR gene editing may have just become a whole lot more accurate

Researchers at McGill University in Canada may have demonstrated a breakthrough in CRISPR gene editing: repairing mutations in 90 percent of target cells.
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NBA star Paul George teams up with PlayStation for his new Nike signature shoe

NBA star Paul George's new Nike signature shoe reflects his love of gaming, with a light-up PlayStation logo.
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Carry all your fitness gear in one of the best gym bags for men

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You can now work out on your Xbox thanks to Fitbit Coach for Xbox and PC

This week, Fitbit Coach became available in the Microsoft Store, and users can download the app for Windows 10 and Xbox.
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Nadi X helps improve your yoga skills with feedback you can feel

Embedded electronics in Nadi X yoga apparel work with smartphone app to coach you to correct yoga postures with gentle pulses.
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Why wait? Here are 10 new gadgets from CES 2018 that you can buy right now

Usually, the stuff that gets unveiled at CES doesn't actually hit the market for months -- but we found a bundle of gear you can buy today.

Managing Type 2 diabetes gets easier thanks to UnitedHealthcare and Dexcom

UnitedHealthcare and DexCom are now working together on a new pilot to help folks with Type 2 diabetes manage their condition.
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Who needs a battery? Pricey Alpha is first ebike powered by a hydrogen fuel cell

Pragma Industries has introduced the first ebike to be powered by a hydrogen fuel cell, making the Alpha more efficient than regular models.
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Stem cell breakthrough may give people with paralysis their sense of touch back

Researchers at UCLA have demonstrated that it is possible to coax stem cells to become sensory interneurons.