Latest news with #lechatnoir

USA Today

Fit check: 8 wearable technology devices for wellness on the go

These smart devices can transform daily life Track health, sleep, brain function, and more with today's wearable technology — Photo courtesy of lechatnoir / E+ Advertisement There's no hiding that we're more connected to technology than ever. But when it comes to wearable technology, these devices can be powerful tools for enhancing health. Wearable technology is revolutionizing how we interact with the world, from smartwatches and rings that track fitness goals to headbands that help you sleep and relax. Here are some of the most innovative wearables on the market today. What is wearable technology? Wearable technology is any device that tracks bodily functions, like sleep, heart rate, and calories burned. There are devices designed to help you adapt to stress, focus, and attain a sense of calm. Most wearable health-monitoring devices sync to an app to assess long-term health data and help you make changes to improve your overall wellness. The downside is that wearable devices can be expensive and need intermittent charging. Data privacy can be a concern. What's the best wearable tech? You should determine a few things before shopping for a wearable device. Some good questions to ask yourself are: How do you want to wear the device, what do you want to monitor, and what are you hoping to achieve? From wristbands to headbands, pendants to rings, these high-tech wearables all have something to offer. Healbe GoBe3 Say goodbye to counting calories with a wearable tech wrist device — Photo courtesy of Healbe Corporation If monitoring calories is your top priority, this is a must-have device. Healbe's GoBe3 wrist device has built-in sensors that monitor and provide real-time data for caloric intake and calories burned. It also monitors hydration, stress, sleep quality, heart rate, pulse, steps taken, and more. GoBe3 is comfortable to wear with a soft silicone strap. It has a touch-sensitive, anti-glare "always on" display that allows the user quick access to real-time information. Users can sync their data with Apple Health and Google Fit. Price: Under $200 Muse S Headband Get some z's (and stay asleep) with wearable devices like the Muse headband — Photo courtesy of Muse Research has shown that getting good sleep increases your overall health and well-being. Train your brain with a Muse S Headband, which uses cutting-edge neurotechnology and advanced EEG sensors to monitor heart rate, breathing, brain activity, and body movement. The brain-sensing headband is designed to help users attain sharper focus, increase calmness, and improve sleep by providing audio biofeedback and tracking essential data. You can wear it during the day and/or while sleeping. Price: Under $400 Apollo Boost your energy or calm your mind right from your wrist with the Apollo wearable device, which uses vibration to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system. Select from high or low frequencies to increase focus, unwind, fall asleep, or be more mindful. Just as you work your muscles, Apollo's makers say you can train your vagus nerve to manage your body's reaction to stress. Use the app to schedule your "vibe" session throughout the day or at night. You can wear this health-monitoring device around your ankle or clipped to your shirt. Price: Under $400 Evie Ring Effectively monitor your health with the discreet and stylish Evie ring — Photo courtesy of Movano Health Track your health and fitness inconspicuously with the attractive Evie Ring. This women-specific monitor uses biometric sensors to provide stats on heart rate, activity, sleep, menstrual cycle, body temperature, and more. Its battery lasts up to four days, and it's easy to wear around the clock for consistent monitoring. Use the free app to access up-to-date data for optimal wellness. The ring features an open design (to allow for finger swelling) in three metallic finishes. Price: Under $300 Neurable MW75 Neuro Improve focus and concentration with wearable technology like the MW75 Neuro headset — Photo courtesy of Neurable With the MW75 Neuro headset, you can stay laser-focused on tasks while preventing fatigue. The headset's neurotechnology uses EEG sensors to process and interpret brain activity and alert you when you need a break. You also can use the Neurable app to decipher data and determine when you are most productive. If you question where all of this health data is going (and you should), Neuro guarantees that encrypted and de-identified data is stored in secured locations, and your data will never be sold. Price: Around $500 Macrotellect BrainLink Unlock your brain's potential with one of Macrotellect's BrainLink wearable devices, which feature a Brain Computer Interface (BCI) to enhance your mental fitness. The devices use a bio-sensing chip and EEG to track brain function, which syncs to the Brainwave app. The neurofeedback technology can assist with improving concentration, efficiency, or relaxation. You can even experiment with mind control. You can wear the hardware with various accessories, such as a headband, sports cap, or earbuds. Price: Under $300 Sensate Sensate wearable tech, which uses patented infrasonic technology, claims to diminish stress, anxiety, and insomnia. Worn like a pendant around the neck, soft vibrations are emitted on the chest to soothe the nervous system. In conjunction with the Sensate app, which plays soothing sounds, the wearable device is designed to help users enter a state of peace within 10 minutes. Price: Under $300 Apple Watch Ultra 2 The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is for much more than telling time. It acts as a mini health monitor on your wrist. Use it to track your sleep, heart rate, respiratory rate, body temperature, calories burned, steps taken, menstrual cycle, and more. The watch also alerts you when it detects irregular heart rhythms or sleep apnea. It can notify emergency services if you fall or are in a collision. Built for adventurers, this watch has a durable titanium case that's dust-resistant and water-resistant up to 40 meters deep (you can wear it scuba diving). It also has built-in GPS and cellular service. Price: Under $1,000