I Tested All Three Apple Watch Ultra Band Types
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/09/i-tested-all-three-apple-watch-ultra-band-types.htmlSince first trying on the new Apple Watch Ultra, I’ve been inundated with questions about which band to choose.
Strava Launches Native Apple Watch Workout Sync: Here’s how it works
www.dcrainmaker.com/2020/02/strava-launches-native-apple-watch-workout-sync-heres-how-it-works.htmlStrava just launched more cohesive integration with the Apple Watch, allowing one to effectively sync directly from the Apple Watch to Strava, so you don’t have to use 3rd party apps to see your Apple Watch workouts on Strava.
First look at Polar’s new V800 GPS triathlon watch
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/01/polar-v800-triathlon.htmlToday, Polar fully announced their new V800 GPS integrated triathlon watch.
The Apple Watch Waterproofing Extravaganza: Swim, High Diving, Test Chamber
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/05/apple-watch-waterproofing.htmlThis past week I’ve been slowly plotting a series of tests to batter the Apple Watch and see exactly how well it’d hold up to a variety of aquatic adventures.
Oura Ring & Apple Watch Integrations: A Closer Look
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/01/oura-ring-apple-watch-integrations-a-closer-look.htmlLate last week Oura launched a new integration with the Apple Watch, adding both an app to display data as well as data fields that can be used in watch faces.
First Look At The Névo Activity Tracker Watch
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/12/first-activity-tracker.htmlLast week the folks behind the Névo Watch that recently launched on Indiegogo swung by the DCR Studio to give me a hands on demo of their minimalist smart watch that also functions as an activity and sport tracker.
Garmin Watch Keyring & USB-C Chargers: $9 for Two Pack
www.dcrainmaker.com/2021/11/garmin-keyring-chargers.htmlAs a purveyor of quirky charging cables, I’m back with another installment – this one for not one, but two different Garmin USB-C watch chargers.
Hands-on: Polar’s new Android Wear based M600 GPS Sport Watch (with music!)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/08/hands-on-polars-new-android-wear-based-m600-gps-sport-watch-with-music.htmlThe Polar M600 takes the best of their M400 GPS running watch (mid-range unit released 2 years ago) and combines it with a revamped optical HR sensor and adds in some.
The Swim Watch Battle: FINIS Swimsense vs. Swimovate Pool-Mate Pro
www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/03/swim-watch-battle-finis-swimsense-vs.htmlThe two watches aim to solidify themselves in the still young market of swim technology, in particular though the area of recording devices.
The Bia women’s GPS watch: My detailed thoughts
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/06/bia-womens-gps-watch-my-detailed.htmlA couple weeks ago a new entrant to the GPS-enabled sports watch bounced onto the scene via Kickstarter, the Bia watch.
Suunto announces new Spartan Ultra GPS watch, rolls out refreshed Movescount site
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/06/suunto-rolls-out-refreshed-movescount-site-announces-new-spartan-ultra-gps-watch.htmlToday Suunto’s refreshing both its website as well as its flagship multisport GPS watch series.
Apple Watch Series 9: What’s New and Hands-On
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/09/apple-watch-series-9-hands-on.htmlIn addition to the new Apple Watch Ultra 2, Apple has also refreshed its regular Apple Watch lineup with the new Series 9.
First look at new Magellan Echo smartphone enabled running watch
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/07/magellan-echo.htmlUnlike many running watches, this unit takes a bit of a different approach to things.
First look at the Suunto Ambit3 multisport GPS watch
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/07/suunto-ambit3-multisport.htmlThis morning Suunto has announced their latest endurance and multisport watch, the Suunto Ambit3.
Apple Watch Running Power Data Comparison (vs Garmin/Stryd/Polar/COROS)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/06/running-power-comparison-garmin-stryd-polar-coros.htmlTwo weeks ago Apple announced a slate of huge sports-focused updates to the Apple Watch platform (called Watch OS).
Apple To Halt Sales of Apple Watch Ultra 2 & Series 9: Explained
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/12/apple-to-halt-sales-of-apple-watch-ultra-2-series-9.htmlApple has confirmed they’ll be halting sales of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, following a ruling this past October by the International Trade Commission that ruled in favor of a patent dispute with Masimo, a medical technology company (the original judge’s decision was last January, this was an appeal).
Apple Watch Adds Native Running Power & Triathlon Support: All New watchOS 9 Features Detailed
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/06/apple-watch-adds-native-running-power-triathlon-support-all-new-watchos-9-features-detailed.htmlToday, as part of announcing watchOS 9, Apple rolled out a massive slate of new sports and fitness features including running power, triathlon mode (including automatic transitions), custom workout support, and plenty more.
Apple to Sell Apple Watch Ultra 2 & Series 9 Tomorrow without Blood Oxygen Feature
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/01/apple-to-sell-apple-watch-ultra-2-series-9-tomorrow-without-blood-oxygen-feature.htmlOn Wednesday, Apple lost its most recent appeal, which had sought to delay the import and sales ban of the Apple Watch Series 9 & Apple Watch Ultra 2 watches.
Garmin FR60 Review – In Depth
www.dcrainmaker.com/2010/02/garmin-fr60-review-in-depth.htmlThe watch arrived a few days later and I got to work using it day in and day out – for some 45 days now.
Review of Tech4O Trail Leader2 Sports Watch
www.dcrainmaker.com/2009/02/review-of-tech4o-trail-leader2-sports.htmlBack in late December I was contacted to review a new sports watch that’s out - the Tech4O TrailLeader 2 Sports Watch.
First Look: The Casio Pro Trek Smart Android Wear GPS Watch
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/01/first-casio-android.htmlEarlier this week, Casio officially unveiled their all new smart outdoor watch, the Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20.
Garmin Forerunner 15 GPS Watch & Daily Activity Monitor In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/06/garmin-forerunner-15-depth-review.htmlIn keeping with the popular trend of adding activity monitoring to devices, back in April Garmin announced their latest running watch – the Forerunner 15 (FR15).
Garmin Epix In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/01/garmin-epix-in-depth-review.htmlAll of it in an effort to find out where this watch works well, and where its caveats are.
Garmin MARQ Athlete (2nd Gen) In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/10/garmin-marq-athlete-gen2-in-depth-sports-review.htmlIt’s landed, the watch the 1% have been waiting for: The $1,900 Garmin MARQ Athlete, 2nd Gen edition.
Apple Releases New Secondary Lower-Power Apple Watch Ultra Workout Mode
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/10/apple-watch-ultra-lower-power-hr-gps-mode.htmlWhen the Apple Watch Ultra was announced last month, it included an initial lower-power mode across the entire watch that mostly just reduced some background features while preserving workout fidelity.
