Health and fitness with devices

Cyclist dies after two-vehicle crash in Lower Moutere near Motueka

[10/04/2026]

Police were called to the two-vehicle crash just after 12.40pm today.

Cyclist Kiaan Watts banned 25 days for punching rival in Netherlands

[09/04/2026]

The 24-year-old hit Dutch rider Marijn Maas during a March 7 race.

‘Accident’: Olympian Rohan Dennis breaks silence after wife’s death

[07/04/2026]

He received a one-year and four-month jail term that was fully suspended by the court.

Tour of Flanders rail chaos: Prosecutors probe cyclists as Pogačar wins

[06/04/2026]

Belgian prosecutors say nearly 20 riders face possible road safety fines.

Auckland downhill mountain bike club hit by diesel theft at new park

[03/04/2026]

Thieves siphoned about 200 litres of diesel from a digger being used to build their park.

Skyline Rotorua to close mountain bike park and Crankworx trails in 2027

[31/03/2026]

The gondola-access bike park will close the trails on March 25 next year.

Save up to £250 on these Hypershell exoskeletons for a limited time

[25/03/2026]

Wearable tech rarely promises something genuinely new, but these Hypershell X deals tap into a different kind of upgrade, focusing on reducing physical effort rather than adding another screen to your life. That positioning is not just conceptual either, with the range recognised at CES 2025, where it picked up a Best of Innovation award [...] The post Save up to £250 on these Hypershell exoskeletons for a limited time appeared first on Wareable.

Return of the ring: Ultrahuman Ring Pro clears US Customs to battle Oura

[24/03/2026]

Ultrahuman is officially returning to the US smart ring market, opening pre-orders for its Ring Pro after receiving crucial clearance from the Customs and Border Protection (CBP).  The clearance marks a major breakthrough for the company, which was hit by an import ban on its Ring Air last October stemming from a patent dispute brought [...] The post Return of the ring: Ultrahuman Ring Pro clears US Customs to battle Oura appeared first on Wareable.

Road rules shake-up on the table – here’s what you need to know

[24/03/2026]

Children aged 12 and under would be allowed to ride on the footpath.

Sport integrity agency: Complainants wait 15 months for resolution - ‘I feel let down’

[19/03/2026]

Only four national bodies have signed up to the Integrity Commission code.

Best fitness tracker 2026: Reviewed, tested, and compared

[17/03/2026]

The wearable tech landscape has changed dramatically since the first fitness trackers arrived over a decade ago. For years, the only option was a simple wristband that could track your daily steps and sleep. In 2026, it’s very different. The sensors that monitor your body’s data—heart rate, recovery, and activity—are now baked into everything from [...] The post Best fitness tracker 2026: Reviewed, tested, and compared appeared first on Wareable.

Rotorua pastor Timothy Lee shares tetraplegia journey in new book

[17/03/2026]

Rotorua's Timothy Lee has released his book Hopes, Fears and Wheelchairs.

Garmin gets smarter with official WhatsApp integration

[17/03/2026]

Garmin has taken a giant leap toward a fuller smartwatch experience, announcing a dedicated WhatsApp app for its Connect IQ Store. The popular messenger becomes the first and only third-party messaging platform to offer a native experience on Garmin hardware, arriving for models such as the Fenix, Forerunner, Venu, and Vivoactive. The app allows users [...] The post Garmin gets smarter with official WhatsApp integration appeared first on Wareable.

Beats and Nike team up for Powerbeats Pro 2 Special Edition

[17/03/2026]

Apple-owned Beats is tightening its ties with the fitness world, partnering with Nike on a special-edition Powerbeats Pro 2. Launching on March 20 for $249.99, the Nike Special Edition release marks a significant departure from Apple’s usual branding isolation. For the first time, the iconic Beats logo on the left earbud is joined by the [...] The post Beats and Nike team up for Powerbeats Pro 2 Special Edition appeared first on Wareable.

Zepp Health hints at premium push for Amazfit in 2026

[17/03/2026]

Amazfit is officially looking to shed its reputation as a budget specialist, with parent brand Zepp Health confirming it will double down on its premium pivot for 2026. During its recent Q4 earnings call, the company revealed that its transition from a volume-driven wearable maker to a ‘hybrid training platform’ is in full swing, trading [...] The post Zepp Health hints at premium push for Amazfit in 2026 appeared first on Wareable.

Central Hawke’s Bay District Council pledges $200,000 to rebuild the Tukituki-Tarewa Swing Bridge

[17/03/2026]

The rebuild would be a big leap of reconnection for the Central Hawke's Bay community.

Best discreet, non-watch fitness trackers without a screen

[18/02/2026]

Tracking fitness and health doesn’t have to involve wearing a big screen on your wrist. With the rise of smart rings, screenless bands, and advanced hybrid smartwatches, you can now discreetly and accurately track your data. Some may be put off by the dazzling displays on most modern smartwatches, while others may not be able [...] The post Best discreet, non-watch fitness trackers without a screen appeared first on Wareable.

Best smartwatches for iPhone—and Apple Watch alternatives

[23/12/2025]

If you’re an iPhone owner, the Apple Watch is the undisputed best smartwatch available, offering compatibility with your iPhone, a vast app store, and powerful health tracking features. But Apple’s watches aren’t the only options to consider. The Hume Band takes the crown as our top-ranked smartwatch thanks to its simple yet durable design and [...] The post Best smartwatches for iPhone—and Apple Watch alternatives appeared first on Wareable.

Best ECG smartwatch: Our experiences and ECG explained

[02/12/2025]

Learn what an ECG can tell you, how the technology works, and which wearables offer the feature With heart rate monitors now standard in smartwatches and fitness trackers, electrocardiograms (ECG/EKG) have rapidly become a common feature in health wearables. The technology aims to assist individuals in monitoring their heart health more effectively, primarily by detecting [...] The post Best ECG smartwatch: Our experiences and ECG explained appeared first on Wareable.

Best hybrid smartwatch 2026: Our pick of analog watches with hidden smart tech

[21/01/2025]

A hybrid smartwatch could be the answer if you’re put off by full touchscreens, 24/7 alerts, and short battery life. Unlike a regular smartwatch, which displays everything on a full-color screen, a hybrid smartwatch hides the tech behind a classic analog watch face. As such, hybrids retain the traditional watch style while offering fitness tracking, [...] The post Best hybrid smartwatch 2026: Our pick of analog watches with hidden smart tech appeared first on Wareable.