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Fitbit Fitness Trackers Get Smart With New Tracking Software Update

Last week, Fitbit announced two new updates. The first was SmartTrack, an automatic exercise recognition system and the second was Exercise Goals, a new service on the Fitbit app.  In addition to these two new features, Fitbit also enhanced its real-time heart rate tracker. SmartTrack was introduced to two of Fitbit’s devices, the Fitbit Charge […]

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How Motion Sensor Technology Helps This Athlete Improve His Performance

Blast Motion is a California-based company that combines performance metrics and smart video capture technology to create sport-specific 3D motion sensors. These 3D motion sensors capture real-time videos, automatically creating highlight reels that can be replayed in slow-mo with overlaid metrics. The incredible precision, shareable nature, and accessibility of this product makes it among the leaders in innovative […]

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How The Wizards, Mystics And Capitals Are Using STRIVR Virtual Reality Technology

The NBA’s Washington Wizards, WNBA’s Washington Mystics, and NHL’s Washington Capitals all became the first teams in their respective leagues to partner with STRIVR virtual reality technology back in August—and now we are seeing how they will use it. The teams have begun using STRIVR’s virtual reality technology to enhance training: they film practice sessions, upload the […]

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Largest Defense Tech Company In Israel Launches Smartglasses For Cyclists

Last week, a new consumer wearable eyesight technology company was launched by Elbit Systems, the largest defense technology company in Israel. According to the press release, the new company, Everysight, has years of experience in developing the best vision systems and augmented reality systems in the market. Their technology is highlighted by their proven success […]

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Athos Raises $35.5 Million To Provide A Unique Touch To Wearable Technology

Athos, a unique fitness apparel line that communicates exercise stats to your smartphone, has recently secured $12.2 million of additional funding to test out their first line of apparel. Athos raised $35.5 million in total with financing from multiple investors including Social+Capital. Wearable technology is undeniably becoming a new industry in sports science. Athos is […]

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