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Smartwatches may tell the time, but they also serve another important role: they can help you learn more about your health. And they’re not the only piece of technology to do that.
Health tech covers smartwatches and smart bands, but it can also include connected scales, blood pressure monitors, thermometers, and more. How does it work and what can it do for you? Find out in Pickr’s health tech news, reviews, and guides.
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 3 circles back to health
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MIT builds a reusable N95 mask that hides less face
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Rural Australians on Optus have a virtual ear on text
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Australian research could see wearables diagnose heart attacks
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The numerous potential problems with Australia’s COVIDSafe app
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World Health Organisation connects with Messenger for easy info
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Fitbit brings GPS, Spotify to the Charge 4
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How to keep your phone coronavirus free
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Withings reworks a blood pressure monitor for the digital era
Some people need to check their blood pressure a little more than others, and wearables don't quite do that yet.…