Apple has unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 2, now available in a striking satin black finish and packed with new health features like sleep apnea detection. Announced at Apple’s September event, this refresh marks the first time the Ultra has been offered in more than one color since its launch two years ago.
The Ultra 2 uses its accelerometer and long-term motion tracking to detect signs of sleep apnea, enhancing the watch’s reputation as a health-focused device. Additionally, the new Vitals app monitors respiratory rate and sleep duration and flags any outliers in these key health metrics. Apple has also introduced the new Training Load feature, designed to help athletes balance exertion and recovery based on their activity levels.
Priced at $799, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is available for preorder now, with deliveries beginning September 20th. It retains the rugged titanium case but now features a custom diamond-like carbon PVD coating, making it more scratch-resistant. The new titanium Milanese Loop, inspired by mesh used in scuba gear, provides a lightweight, corrosion-resistant band option.
The Ultra 2 is equipped with Apple’s S9 chip, which offers faster performance and enables on-device Siri processing for greater efficiency. It also sports a brighter display, ideal for outdoor activities, and remains Apple’s battery life leader, built to last through extended workouts and adventures.
WatchOS 11, which powers the Ultra 2, updates the Smart Stack, now showing Live Activities similar to the iPhone. Offline maps, enhanced GPS accuracy, and detailed workout metrics make the watch a powerful tool for athletes, hikers, and divers alike. With automatic stroke detection for swimmers, track detection for runners, and cycling metrics like cadence and power, the Ultra 2 is designed to meet the needs of serious fitness enthusiasts.
This year’s addition of sleep apnea detection and a sleek black finish keeps the Ultra 2 as Apple’s premier wearable for those who demand advanced health tracking, durability, and performance in their smartwatch.
Apple’s latest wearable, the Series 10 Watch, pushes usability and design to new heights. Featuring its largest and most advanced display yet, the Series 10 now boasts the biggest screen ever built into the brand’s smartwatch lineup. Slightly larger than the Apple Watch Ultra, this screen provides up to 30% more area than earlier versions, allowing users to increase font size without losing content and offering extra lines of text for apps like Messages and Mail.
In focusing on user experience, the company has made Series 10 easier to interact with. Rounded corners and a wider aspect ratio give the watch a sleek and softer appearance. One of the most significant upgrades is the first-ever wide-angle OLED display, designed to emit more light at wider viewing angles. This proves particularly useful when checking the watch from the side, such as while typing or walking. The display is also up to 40% brighter when viewed at an angle, making information easier to read in passing.
Battery efficiency remains a priority, and Series 10 features Always On mode, which updates once per second and displays a ticking second hand even when the wrist is down. A new watch face, Flux, takes full advantage of the large display, filling it with dynamic color. The case, made from a polished aluminum alloy, marks a first for Apple with its reflective Jet Black and warm Rose Gold finishes.
Comfort has been central to the design of the Series 10. The latest iteration is Apple’s thinnest watch, measuring 9.7 millimeters thick, almost 10% thinner than its predecessor. Achieving this thin profile required miniaturizing essential components, including the digital crown, SIP, and speaker system, which has been re-engineered to be 30% smaller without compromising sound quality. Users can now play music or podcasts directly through the watch’s speaker, eliminating the need for AirPods in certain situations.
Series 10 offers the fastest charging experience, thanks to a new metal back that integrates the antenna and enhances cellular performance. The design retains its 50-meter water resistance, making it ideal for swimming and surfing. Charging now reaches 80% in just 30 minutes, adding convenience to the user’s day.
Alongside the aluminum options, the tech giant has introduced polished titanium cases in three colors: natural, gold, and dark slate gray. These lightweight cases are nearly 20% lighter than the stainless steel Series 9, offering durability without extra bulk. The Milanese Loop and Classic Link bracelets have been updated to match these titanium finishes, creating a seamless metallic aesthetic.
Beyond functionality and design, the Series 10 reflects Apple’s commitment to sustainability. The titanium model is made with 95% recycled materials and produced using renewable electricity. The new S10 SIP, featuring a neural engine, powers key features like Siri dictation and crash detection, enhancing everyday usability and safety.
The Apple Watch Series 10 represents the company’s ongoing effort to combine thoughtful design with cutting-edge technology, delivering a seamless user experience worldwide.
Timekettle just announced its latest gadget at IFA 2024 – W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds. Boasting an edgy design that harks back to the Jabra Bluetooth headset days, the W4 Pro is what you get when you combine a powerful translation engine with an equally powerful AI. Unlike most of Timekettle’s previous devices (which were used for their cross-language real-time translation abilities), the W4 Pro is sort of like an all-knowing AI in your ear that works as your own in-ear personal assistant, translating messages, transcribing conversations, annotating meetings, and even jotting down your ideas for you.
“Interpreter earbuds like the W4 Pro are essential even when phones can be used for translation, because they cater to a more refined and immersive user experience,” said Leal Tian, the CEO of Timekettle. “In cross-language communication, there’s a growing need for meaningful conversations and deeper connections beyond basic translations, especially for business pros, immigrants, and travelers. The W4 PRO meets these needs by allowing natural, hands-free conversations with eye contact, making interactions smoother.”
Unveiled today at IFA 2024, the W4 Pro is shaping up to be a combination of a translator and an assistant. Sort of like a multilingual JARVIS in your ear, the W4 Pro goes well beyond doing what your phone can do for you. Pop the futuristic headset in your ear and it’ll even let you watch movies, TV series, and news/podcasts in different languages, translating or even summarizing them for you. That’s something no translator app is capable of doing yet.
Advanced Translation Technology for Precise Communication
The W4 Pro Earbuds are equipped with an impressive array of features tailored to meet the demands of modern business communication. At the core of their functionality is the ability to facilitate one-on-one communication that is both quick and private. The earbuds allow for a streamlined exchange of information, providing natural and effortless cross-language communication, whether you are in a meeting room or on a phone call. The W4 Pro works across 40 languages and 93 accents when connected to the internet, with 13 primary languages available for offline translation too.
Cutting-Edge 3 Microphone Array for Clear Voice Transmission
One of the standout features is the earbuds’ three-microphone array, which is designed to precisely capture and reduce background noise, ensuring that the user’s voice is transmitted clearly and accurately. This advanced voice recognition technology is complemented by a 95% average translation accuracy, supported by the Opus Algorithm, which speeds up audio transitions, enabling near real-time responses with just a 0.2-second delay. Whether you are in a bustling conference room or on a noisy street, the W4 Pro ensures your words are heard and understood with minimal interference.
Diverse Modes for Every Communication Need
The W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds offer three distinct modes to address various communication needs. The One-on-One Simultaneous Interpreting mode is perfect for personal conversations, providing real-time, two-way translation that allows both parties to speak and listen simultaneously, making bilingual discussions seamless and natural. For multilingual meetings, the Listen & Play mode enables users to switch effortlessly between listening and speaking while ensuring smooth communication through simultaneous interpretation. This mode is enhanced by AI Semantic Segmentation, which quickly parses sentences for better comprehension, and the AI Memo feature, which provides intelligent post-meeting summaries for easy review. Lastly, the Online Interactions mode is designed for video calls, streaming foreign media, and unexpected phone conversations. It ensures full understanding with real-time translated subtitles and audio summaries, while also offering one-way assisted translation for efficient handling of foreign language calls. Together, these modes make the W4 Pro a versatile and powerful tool for professionals navigating multilingual environments.
Seamless Integration in On-Site and Remote Meetings
Another significant advantage of the W4 Pro is its capability to facilitate quick interactions during on-site meetings. The earbuds’ real-time interpreting and playback modes allow users to transition smoothly between listening and speaking, making it easier to participate actively in discussions without missing a beat. Additionally, the device offers the unique ability to translate phone calls and online meetings, further enhancing its utility in both in-person and remote settings. With the W4 Pro, remote communication becomes as seamless as face-to-face interaction, as it translates and displays subtitles in real-time, ensuring clarity and reducing the chances of miscommunication.
Comfort-Driven Design with Superior Audio Quality
Comfort and ease of use are also paramount in the W4 Pro’s design. The earbuds feature an open-ear design that prioritizes user comfort, making them suitable for extended wear. This design choice not only ensures comfort but also eliminates the inconvenience and embarrassment of traditional in-ear devices, particularly in professional settings where maintaining an unobtrusive presence is essential. Despite this open-ear design, the earbuds do not compromise on sound quality; users can expect crystal-clear audio that rivals even high-end music headphones, whether they are in a meeting or enjoying a playlist.
Enhanced Post-Meeting Productivity with AI Integration
The W4 Pro also excels in post-meeting productivity, offering tools that streamline the review and organization of meeting content. The earbuds automatically save audio recordings from meetings, both online and offline, allowing users to revisit important discussions at their convenience. Furthermore, the device leverages AI to extract and summarize key points from these recordings, converting spoken content into concise, shareable summaries. Instead of translating sentences and dialogues, the W4 Pro does something called AI Semantic Segmentation, where it breaks sentences up into meaningful segments, translating them instead of waiting for the entire sentence. This makes the entire translation process up to 200% faster, so there’s never an information lag in a conversation.
HybridComm System for Peak Performance
The technical prowess of the W4 Pro is underscored by its advanced HybridComm system, which integrates voice processing, simultaneous interpreting, and AI translation. This system, combined with Timekettle’s proprietary TurboFast and BoostClean technologies, enhances the device’s performance by filtering out ambient noise and optimizing the speed and accuracy of translations. The W4 Pro is designed to meet the needs of today’s global professionals, providing a reliable tool that adapts to the evolving demands of international business communication.
Overall Specs
The W4 Pro comes in a two-piece set, along with a charging case. Each earpiece has a 6-hour battery life, which is pretty impressive considering the compute power required to record, noise-cancel, translate, and run additional AI commands. The charging case provides an additional 20 hours of use for translation, or 36 hours of use if you’re listening to music. An open-ear design means you’re still aware of your surroundings and aren’t immersed the way you would be with other earbuds (you can still listen to music on it).
The W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds are available for preorder starting today, September 6th, with a $449 price tag that includes the two AI-powered earpieces and the charging case.
Tired of interacting in virtual reality with joysticks and buttons? A glove could be a good alternative to a controller. However, not many effective solutions have emerged, partly because playing with gloves can be challenging due to sweat and the limited number of games designed for wearable peripherals. The UDCAP VR Glove for SteamVR aims to change that when it exits its crowdfunding campaign and becomes widely available.
The UDCAP VR Glove by Udexreal from China isn’t just another wearable controller; it’s touted as the next-generation VR input device that allows users to interact with natural hand gestures. This claim, along with the glove’s compatibility with all current and future SteamVR games and its ability to pair effortlessly with VRChat avatars right out of the box, could pose a threat to traditional VR controllers.
Whether you’re feeling the intensity of a game on SteamVR or expressing yourself in VRChat with hand gestures, the UDCAP glove offers complete precision and limitless flexibility. Traditional VR controllers limit natural interaction, but these VR gloves provide a natural way to interact in the virtual environment with data transmission speeds of up to 120Hz. According to the company, a pair of gloves work on a 2.4G wireless connection with a dongle for data transmission, which has under 10ms latency within a 10-meter radius.
Crafted from lycra, the 45g VR gloves are embedded with sensors made from a patented polymer material that helps collect and transmit data simultaneously. They combine precision motion capture with integrated control modules that detect and relay the subtlest hand movements. Each UDCAP VR glove is embedded with 11 sensors capable of tracking 15 different finger joints and 21 joint angles to record the most precise hand movements, relaying smooth and stable gestures in VR.
The glove controls are fully customizable, allowing users to fine-tune their experiences to match any avatar. In-game movements are controlled by thumb-controllable joysticks and AB buttons on the index finger. Their positions are adjustable and topped with rubber cushioning for long-term use. The flexibility is combined with real-time tactile feedback to enhance gameplay. As mentioned, playing or interacting in VR with gloves can get sweaty and uncomfortable.
Udexreal has addressed this problem by making the gloves breathable and comfortable. Users can easily lift a glass, type, or use a smartphone while wearing the UDCAP gloves. The electronic components can be detached and the gloves can be washed by hand in lukewarm water. If you’re convinced this can be your next VR controller, the gloves are available for crowdfunding on Kickstarter. A super early bird rebate can get you a pair for just $499.
Smart rings offer an opportunity to free our wrists from bulky and sometimes gaudy smartwatches, becoming more fashionable alternatives to wearable tech. A ring itself can be considered a fashion item, part of one’s jewelry, but smart rings like the Samsung Galaxy Ring opt for more discreet and minimalist designs. The idea is for these devices to get out of your way and do their jobs in the background while you wear your more luxurious bracelets and watches on your wrist. That’s not stopping the tech giant from trying to build bridges with the fashion industry, and that has given birth to one of the oddest mashups between these two worlds: smart ring-inspired luxury sleepwear.
Designer: Samsung
It’s not the first time that the tech industry has tried to make its presence and products known in the fashion world. From “accessories” like the foldable Honor V Purse to the oddities like Microsoft’s annual ugly sweaters, there are numerous examples of phones and gadgets trying to look chic, one way or another. Smartwatches themselves are supposed to be fashionable, which is why luxury brands once tried to break into that nascent market.
This collaboration between Samsung and famed luxury fashion designer LaQuan Smith, however, is both unusual yet also thankfully not as in-your-face as previous works. This piece of fashion doesn’t flaunt the Galaxy Ring in any form, but it also makes it less evident how the two are related. At New York Fashion Week next month, LaQuan Smith will showcase his Spring/Summer ’25 Collection, including the Lucid Dream line of luxury sleepwear inspired by Samsung’s latest luxurious-looking wearable.
It’s admittedly difficult to immediately discern the connection between these two very unrelated things, and the explanation is also a bit of a stretch. In a nutshell, the fashionable two-piece pajamas can be used not only in bed but also during the day, transitioning from sleepwear to daywear without having to take anything off. This, according to Samsung, echoes the Galaxy Ring’s 24/7 usability, never taking it off unless to charge it after a few days.
Of course, LaQuan Smith himself wears a Galaxy Ring all day, or so the press release states, which includes during his sleeping hours. Sleep, according to the designer, is a critical factor not just in his wellness but also in his creativity, where many of his waking designs were inspired by dreams in his sleep. Whether that will immediately make you think of Galaxy Ring-inspired pajamas is left to your imagination, but those who want a piece of this limited edition fashion item will have to wait after the event to see when and where Samsung will sell them.
This year has been pretty interesting, in the sense that we have come across a whole bunch of innovative and jaw-dropping tech designs. Things have been exciting here at YD, as we encountered an array of intriguing designs that left a lasting impression on our minds. Each design broke through some barrier or convention in the tech world, bringing us unique solutions, improved functionality, and immense value. And we’ve curated the top 10 futuristic tech trends that are forming waves in the industry today – from a conceptual Apple Vision Joystick Pro Max to a unique design that merges earbuds and a smartwatch. These designs will impress you, just as they impressed us.
1. Nokia Infinity Pro
Called the “Nokia Infinity Pro”, this innovative phone concept challenges the typical “candy bar” form factor of smartphones, creating a thin pill-shaped design that looks like an interesting cross between a foldable clamshell and a smartwatch – all combined into one. The conceptual smartphone has a curvaceous shape that fits comfortably in your hand.
Why is it noteworthy?
What makes this phone unique is that the screen covers the entire surface of the phone’s front, not only the rectangular section. The back of the phone features two circular mounds opposite to each other. One mound is a dual-camera system, while the other is a circular display seen on most smartphones.
What we like
The circular display provides access to important notifications and controls even when the phone is placed down
What we dislike
If you keep putting the phone face down, it could scratch the screen
Not sure which UI elements can be used at the top and bottom of the screen, since most platforms are for rectangular screens
2. HEAL+
If you face health issues, then you don’t need to turn to uncomfortable, ineffective, and expensive solutions anymore. You can turn to this innovative wearable device which focuses on the center of physical and mental health, offering users portable, safe, and easy-to-handle tools to ensure a pain-free gut and a stress-free mind.
Named HEAL+, this wearable device is a non-invasive solution that helps your gut function properly, resulting in better overall health. HEAL+ is powered by laser therapy, or essentially low-level laser therapy or LLLT which reduces inflammation and pain, and other gut-related disorders like IBS, colitis, Crohn’s disease, and more.
What we like
Boosts your immune system, helping in recovery from long-COVID
Regulates the microbial balance in our gut
What we dislike
The design is not kid and pregnant-women friendly
3. Apple Vision Joystick Pro Max
This is the “Apple Vision Joystick Pro Max” – a conceptual design of the Apple Vision Pro Controller by Alex Casabò. The sleek-looking controllers seem to perfectly complement the headset’s futuristic look, and they’re designed to offer smooth and seamless functionality irrespective of what you throw at them.
Why is it noteworthy?
They will elevate the gaming experience for every kind of modern game out there, taking note of the VR environment. The controller is amped with a top surface, equipped with a touch-sensitive surface for smart controls like swaying the road or reloading a sniper rifle.
What we like
The controls and buttons can be mapped as per ergonomic comfort when you play
What we dislike
It is a concept, so we don’t know how well it will translate into a tangible product
4. iPhone iFold
Called the iPhone iFold, this conceptual design is an innovative foldable phone by Micheal Dufka. The iFold is inspired by the format of the MotoRAZR and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. It has a clamshell-style folding design which offers a compact iPhone with a large screen.
Why is it noteworthy?
It features two displays, with a smaller display placed to the side of the camera bump. You can access essential stats and important notifications without actually opening your phone! It has the same convenience as an Apple Watch.
What we like
Has a unique folding form, unseen in Apple smartphones till now
What we dislike
We are unsure if Apple will ever convert this into a tangible product, and how well it would work as one
5. Huawei Watch Buds
Called the Huawei Watch Buds, this innovative gadget combines two gadgets into one. The unique gadget means there is one less gadget to carry around, as it merges earbuds and a smartwatch into one clever design. You can remove the earbuds from inside the smartwatch, much like the stuff of Bond movies!
Why is it noteworthy?
Much like the charging case of your earbuds power up your earbuds, the smartwatch charges the incubating buds inside. The earbuds feature a compact and easy-to-carry form, which creates a compact form factor for the squarish smartwatch. The watch has a 48.5 mm dial with symmetrical chopped edges.
What we like
Compact design, combining two products into one
What we dislike
It is an odd fit for smaller hands
6. Nike Air Jordan XI Adapt Jumpman
Say hello to these super innovative and futuristic shoes – the Nike Air Jordan XI Adapt Jumpman. These shoes are amped with power-lacing technology! Equipped with a self-lacing design, the Air Jordans are right from the future. They are pretty similar to the original shoe shape from 25 years ago.
Why is it noteworthy?
The shoes pair up with the Nike Adapt app, allowing you to personalize them as you please, and control your shoes with real-time customization as well. The app’s interface is a direct reflection of the Jordan brand, and you can customize the buttons on the shoe’s midsole.
What we like
You can personalize the limited-edition Nike shoes’ color scheme, as well as the light flashing pattern
What we dislike
Users could take some time to adjust to the self-lacing tech
7. Samsung Odyssey OLED G9
Dubbed the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9, this 49-inch monitor is amped with a resolution of 5120×1440 with an aspect ratio of 32:9. The screen isn’t an ordinary curved screen, and it provides a pretty wide field of view which perfectly adjusts to the way your eyes work, on account of its 1800R curvature. This marvelous screen offers an immersive and fascinating visual experience!
Why is it noteworthy?
Using the Odyssey OLED G9 is like having two QHD or 2K monitors side-by-side but with the elimination of the distracting borders that break the seamlessness and harmony of the entire experience. There is also enough space for multiple application windows, helping you get your work done.
What we like
Equipped with a Multi-View option that lets you place two screens from two different sources, letting them play at the same time
What we dislike
Doesnt have the best sound quality
Pretty expensive price tag
8. FOCI 2
Meet FOCI 2 – the ultimate productivity tool. The productivity wearable tracks your daily emotions, distraction, stress, calm, etc as you study or work. It also analyzes your emotions, running the risk of frustration, procrastination, burnout, and anxiety. It summarizes focus metrics and tension levels during work as well.
Why is it noteworthy?
It is equipped with tactile feedback which alerts you when you are distracted, fatigued, or stressed. It also features biofeedback training technology which helps you adjust and deal with work states, and improve and elevate your mental performance.
What we like
Helps track and analyze your emotions for heightened productivity
Offers essential feedback for when you need it
What we dislike
The tutorial section isn’t easy to use
9. SHARGE Disk
Meet the SHARGE Disk – the ultimate storage solution for EDC devices. This ultra-lightweight and portable M.2 NVMe SSD is amped with an active heat dissipation system, and 2TB (Maximum) capacity, as well as high read/write speeds of up to 1000 MB/s. It is equipped with an aluminum shell and a silicone case for challenging situations.
Why is it noteworthy?
The SHARGE Disk is an excellent option for those who carry EDC devices such as phones, cameras, and laptops with them. The Sharge weighs 24g/0.84 OZ, and it is half the size of a credit card, making it easy to carry anywhere with you.
What we like
Can easily slip it into your pocket, or hang it on a keychain or bag
Keeps relevant files in hand and accessible
What we dislike
Since it is quite small, you can easily lose it, handle it with care
10. M1
This is the M1 – a compact, and powerful digital multitool. It is a fully functional device, which is designed with the flexibility to expand as and when needed. It is easy-to-use, open source, and will redefine and elevate your digital interactions. It uses the power of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, which allows for seamless interactions.
Why is it noteworthy?
With a simple tap, you can use M1 to control access to doors and gates, making entry and exit an easy-breezy process. You can even duplicate RFID cards and key fobs, read tags, and interact with different pet microchips. Owing to the RFID tech, you can open doors, both literally and metaphorically, as you can interact with different systems around you.
What we like
It can clone cards and read Unique Serial codes
Makes data sharing an intuitive part of your daily interactions
What we dislike
The device does not explain additional security measures to protect the data sharing from criminal elements.
Lately, Apple has been all over the news for its slated launch of the Watch Ultra 3 but Garmin seems to have undercut the Cupertino giant by launching its own set of new-age smartwatches. Yes, Garmin’s anticipated Fenix 8 AMOLED smartwatch is here alongside the modest Fenix E model.
The sports smartwatch will get a bright screen similar to a smartphone, thus making it crisp and highly visible in broad daylight. If you don’t want to keep charging your watch after a while, choosing the standard solar version with the time-tested MIP (Memory In-Pixel) display is a better option since it delivers added battery life. Either way, the Fenix 8 series will give tough competition to the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra and the upcoming Apple smartwatch.
The Garmin Fenix 8 comes in two sizes – 47mm and 51mm – for both the AMOLED and standard solar versions. The AMOLED model however gets another 43mm variant well suited to small hands. All the Fenix 8 versions will have built-in speakers and microphone to take calls, trigger the phone’s voice assistant, settings timers hands-free, or even listen to music. This is new to the Garmin Fenix line and something users will value in daily usage. According to official figures, the Fenix 8 AMOLED 51mm lasts for up to 29 days on a single charge while the standard Fenix 8 51 mm variant can go for a stellar 48 days with the screen always on.
This smartwatch is tested strictly according to US military standards for protection against fire and sudden shocks. It comes with a 40m water-resistance feature, and the app interface now gets the scuba diving and apnea modes. Garmin has also added a built-in flashlight function which is a welcome addition. The watch now has strength training plans that come with four to a week mode to achieve fitness goals, and guided workouts for trail running and skiing. Durability has been boosted with the inclusion of a sensor guard and leakproof buttons.
Garmin claims that they’ve improved the navigation features as the user can now customize layers on the map screen. Alongside this, the new dynamic round-trip routing feature lets you set a target distance to create an automated route that updates in real time for you to achieve that distance.
Depending on the model and variant chosen, the smartwatch can cost anywhere from $1000 – $1200. The Fenix 8 AMOLED versions are priced at $1000, $1100 and $1200 respectively. The standard 47 mm and 51 mm solar variants will cost $1100 and $1200.
Forget bulky, pricey, and intrusive smartwatches! Smart rings are the new black, providing key insights into your health without weighing down your wrist or distracting you with notifications. Like David versus Goliath, RingConn boldly faced giants to bring an accessible smart ring to the masses and it continues to challenge the status quo even with the arrival of even bigger names in the market. Taking its game to the next level, RingConn is introducing its next-gen smart ring boasting not only a discreet, comfortable design and AI-powered comprehensive health tracking but also a battery life that will last you almost two weeks, ensuring that you will never miss a beat when it comes to taking control of your well-being, especially the all-important sleep that we often take for granted.
The original RingConn already delivered a more convenient way to keep track of your health and sleep quality 24/7. You only had to take it off after a few days to charge it briefly, and it didn’t get in your way or distract you with notifications. Best of all, it offered all the data and insights into your health without any subscription fees. It empowered everyone to take control of their health by giving them the tools and knowledge to create the path to healthier living.
The RingConn Gen 2 builds on that solid foundation and takes it up to eleven, improving not only the technology inside but also the design that will make you proud to show the ring off. At only 2g and only 2mm thick, it is the thinnest and lightest smart ring on the market. You might even forget that you’re wearing it, freeing you to go about your life without giving it a second thought. And with an IP68 dust and water protection rating, you don’t even have to worry when your hand gets wet, accidentally or intentionally. Wear it outdoors, in the shower, under the rain, or for a swim, the RingConn Gen 2 will be able to keep up with whatever lifestyle you live.
Its ultra-thin profile belies the amount of technology that the RingConn Gen 2 packs inside. From the basics like 3D accelerometers to advanced PPG (photoplethysmography) and temperature sensors, this discreet and lightweight smart ring has everything necessary to paint a complete picture of your body’s health. Unlike a smartwatch, the RingConn Gen 2 takes advantage of the finger’s thin skin and abundant blood vessels to provide precise tracking, taking note of key metrics like heart rate, heart rate variability, and blood oxygen levels. All of this data is fed into the RingConn app which presents a holistic view of your well-being, including stress levels and monthly cycles, without hiding anything behind subscription fees.
One of the biggest innovations that this next-gen smart ring brings to the table, or to the bed rather, is AI-powered sleep tracking. Sleep is easily overlooked and quickly sacrificed on the altar of productivity, but it is ironically one of the most important factors in living a healthy and productive life. Using next-gen sensors and advanced AI, the RingConn Gen 2 can evaluate your nighttime breathing, respiratory variations, sleep stages, and overall sleep efficiency, allowing you to detect critical sleep risk events and issues like sleep apnea so that you can take the right steps to improve your sleep quality and your overall well-being.
With all the features it provides, your mind will probably be blown away by the RingConn Gen 2’s 10-12 day uptime on a single charge. Add in the charging case and you can get an accumulative 150 days of use before you need to plug it in. That’s five months of continuous sleep and health tracking, generating a comprehensive picture of your health directly available on your phone. So ditch the smartwatch, put on your favorite timepiece, slip on the RingConn Gen 2, and live your healthiest life today!
Red Bull Racing and TAG Heuer share a long-term association that has, in different ways, paid tribute to motorsports fans and horology buffs sharing a common passion for speed and time. This congenial relationship between the two stalwarts – in their own domains – started back in 2016 with the Formula 1 Red Bull Racing Special Edition timepiece. Since then, the two have been parties to multiple drivers’ championships and podium finishes, amid other accolades.
Continuing the partnership, to record more success outside of the track, TAG Heuer and reigning F1 champions Oracle Red Bull Racing have collaborated again for the new and impressive TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 45MM x Oracle Red Bull Racing Edition. The smartwatch is, on all accords, similar to most feature-packed smartwatches on the block, besides being a dedicated timepiece for fans.
An amalgamation of TAG Heuer’s watchmaking genius and the speed-first world of motorsports, the Connected Calibre E4 45MM is equal parts a TAG-connected smartwatch and part a driver’s assistant on the wrist. Expressively then, the smartwatch is accentuated with a suite of modern features that the Oracle Red Bull Racing team may want for its fans and the drivers engaged in high-octane drives on the circuits.
TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 45MM x Oracle Red Bull Racing Edition, as the name has it, features a 45mm DLC grade-2 titanium case. The darker watch case is accompanied by a touch of tradition with the strap in red and blue colors of Red Bull Racing. The dial also has the color theme going and is perhaps the most intriguing part of the timepiece.
The 1.39-inch OLED display featuring 454×454 pixels (326ppi) resolution allows the user to toggle between dial faces, layouts, and other components like images of the Team, race countdown, and post-race updates to gel with their requirements. For instance, the watch allows one to choose between four faces: the primary one being the Seasons. In this setting, the watch dial showcases flags along the bezel, highlighting the country flag where Oracle Red Bull Racing would be competing next.
Next face is the Asphalt, which brings textured, race track-inspired backgrounds to the dial. Another includes an official watch dial inspired by the 2024 Red Bull Racing Car. Two interesting aspects of the watch are its dedicated app, which controls the timepiece and offers the F1 journey of the automaker’s cars, and the watch face evolving to display the finishing positions of the Red Bull Racing drivers. The battery-powered TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 45MM x Oracle Red Bull Racing Edition can run 24 hours on a single charge, comes with a PPG sensor on the caseback, and is water resistant up to 50 metres. It is available starting this month for a retail price of $1,950.
Our health is the single most important investment we can make, but most people tend to take it for granted or are at a loss for what to do. Some pay no attention to the discomfort in their gut, simply attributing it to indigestion, while others belittle the stress and anxiety they feel each day, deciding to just “tough it up.” Others do take the effort to address these concerns but end up with solutions that are costly, uncomfortable, and worse, ineffective. Fortunately, that doesn’t have to be the case, thanks to these innovative wearable devices that target the centers of physical and mental health, providing people with easy-to-use, portable, safe, and comfortable tools to enjoy a pain-free gut, a stress-free mind, and a happy, healthy life in j just weeks.
It’s almost too easy to take the discomfort that we feel in our guts for granted, but that can actually affect not only our physical health but our mental state as well. If the brain is the control center of the body, the gut or gastrointestinal tract is the health hub and reflects the general state of the body. Gut problems are often a symptom of or lead to more serious health disorders, and these, in turn, also affect our mental well-being.
Revitalize Gut Health With Red Light Laser Therapy
HEAL+ is a non-invasive solution that makes sure that your gut is working properly in order to improve your overall health. The science behind HEAL+ is laser therapy, specifically low-level laser therapy or LLLT to reduce inflammation and pain that commonly occurs with gut-related disorders such as IBS, colitis, Crohn’s disease, and more. It also assists in recovery from long-COVID by boosting your immune system and improving your overall health. This non-invasive method regulates microbial balance in the gut which is necessary for proper digestion and enhanced immune functions. Going beyond your gut, HEAL+ also supercharges nitric oxide for improved blood circulation and enhances dopamine signaling in the brain to improve your mood, giving credence to the saying “A Happy Gut Means a Happy Mind.”
Best of all, HEAL+ is not some complicated machine or nauseating drug but a wearable device you simply wrap around your waist. Attach the removable laser modules to the front of the waistband and you’re good to go, enjoying the relief that HEAL+ brings to gut issues. It’s easy to use and comfortable to wear, allowing you to bring this health-promoting device anywhere with you.
Calm+ is a neck-worn device, easy to use and helps stack with daily habits. Ease the ‘fight or flight’ state triggered by daily stress within just 15 minutes. Calm+ stimulates the Vagus nerve that’s responsible for signaling the brain to release calming neurotransmitters like acetylcholine and serotonin, chemicals that are associated with calmness and relaxation. The device includes built-in sensors that will integrate optical heart measurements, allowing you to personalize the dosage to your own optimal outcomes.
Together, HEAL+ and CALM+ help improve your physical and mental well-being through a combination of red light therapy and vagus nerve stimulation. Thanks to its compact and portable design, it can keep your gut healthy and your mind happy whenever and wherever you are. The Kineon App is your ultimate guide to wellness. Seamlessly schedule, track your progress, customize your programs, and get access to expert insights, anywhere, anytime. Say goodbye to gut ouchies and stress-induced headaches and live your healthiest and happiest life with the innovative HEAL+ and CALM+ wearables. Together with the wealth of information and community assistance through Kineon’s Pain to Possible Program, you can quickly embark on a journey to wellness and calm right now!
