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Apple Reportedly Developing AI Agent ‘Doctors’ in Latest Health Push
- Apple is reportedly developing an AI agent that can provide health advice, as part of its Project Mulberry.
- The project aims to enhance the Health app by collecting data from devices and offering customized health recommendations based on that data.
- The AI agent will be trained using data from Apple's in-house doctors and other medical experts, to create video explainers about various health conditions.
- Apple's push into the health field through AI coaching and food tracking will compete with companies like MyFitnessPal and Noom.
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BGR
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12 useful Apple Watch tips and tricks before Apple releases watchOS 12
- Use the walkie-talkie feature on your Apple Watch to reach friends.
- Locate your iPhone using Precision Find on Apple Watch Series 9 or newer models.
- Take advantage of the Vitals app and Training Load in watchOS 11 to monitor your health and exercise.
- Enable Sleep app on Apple Watch to track your sleep and set sleep schedules.
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Hackaday
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Make DIY Conductive, Biodegradable String Right In Your Kitchen
- A step-by-step method for making conductive bio-string at home using alginate-based bioplastic.
- The string is biodegradable and can be woven or knitted.
- By adding carbon to the mixture, the resulting string becomes darkened in color and conductive.
- The conductive parts of the string can be used as touch sensors in wearable devices.
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The Verge
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The Fitbit-to-Google account migration deadline moves to 2026
- Google has extended the deadline for Fitbit users to migrate to a Google account to continue using the Fitbit service.
- Fitbit users must now move to a Google Account by February 2, 2026.
- After that date, historical data will not be retained, and accounts and data will be deleted.
- Google positioned the migration as a unified login solution and a way to manage Fitbit health data through the Google Privacy Center.
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Idownloadblog
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watchOS 11.4 release notes: Break Through Silent Mode alarm option, Apple Watch face switching fix and robovac support
- watchOS 11.4 update allows alarms with sound, even in Silent Mode.
- Matter-compatible robot vacuum cleaners can now be added to the Home app.
- An option is added to allow Sleep Wake Up alarm to break through Silent Mode.
- Fix for the issue where face selection may become unresponsive when switching faces.
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Apple Watch sales expected to regain modest growth in 2025
- Apple Watch sales have experienced a multi-year downturn with a steady decrease in unit shipments.
- The Q4 2024 revenue drop in the 'Wearables, Home and Accessories' segment raises concerns for Apple's wearable strategy.
- Analysts expect Apple Watch sales to regain modest growth in 2025.
- Potential factors contributing to the sales decline include device durability and lack of significant updates in recent years.
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Digitaltrends
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Could an all-glass Apple Watch design be in its future?
- Apple has been granted patents hinting at the possibility of an all-glass Apple Watch.
- The patents describe a glass-framed Apple Watch and other all-glass device designs.
- Though the patents suggest exploration, it is not confirmed if an all-glass Apple Watch will be released.
- The Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 are expected to launch before any all-glass design.
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The Verge
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Judge dismisses Samsung’s smart ring lawsuit against Oura
- Samsung filed a lawsuit seeking a declaratory judgment against smart ring maker Oura, claiming that its upcoming Galaxy Ring didn't infringe on five Oura patents.
- However, a judge has dismissed Samsung's case, stating that the company acted prematurely without concrete evidence that Oura planned to sue.
- The judge noted that Samsung's complaint failed to show any specific action from Oura directed at Samsung and that the public statements alone were insufficient.
- This dismissal reinforces Oura's claim that Samsung's lawsuit lacked a legitimate legal or factual basis, and confirms Samsung's interest in smart rings.
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Macrumors
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All-Glass Apple Watch – A First Step Toward Jony Ive's Dream iPhone?
- Apple could take its first tangible step toward an all-glass iPhone with an all-glass Apple Watch, according to a leaker.
- Existing Apple patents describe wearable devices with glass enclosures and integrated touch zones.
- Durability and touch interaction present challenges for an all-glass Apple Watch.
- The placement of key components and flawless manufacturing would also need to be addressed.
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The Verge
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Want to feel like a spy? Stick a smart chip in your manicure
- A reality TV show cast member revealed a smart chip embedded in her nail during a reunion episode.
- The chip allowed her to store and display text message proof.
- The smart nail chip is a tiny device that can be embedded in a fingernail.
- It can be scanned to display predefined information such as text messages.
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Garmin Connect Plus brings advanced tool for fitness enthusiasts, but for a price
- Garmin introduces Garmin Connect Plus, a premium app experience offering advanced features.
- Key features include AI-powered insights, enhanced personalized dashboards, and new indoor and outdoor workout tools.
- The premium service is available now for $6.99 per month or $69.99 annually.
- Garmin Connect Plus brings a variety of new tools designed to enhance fitness journey, including Active Intelligence for personalized suggestions based on tracked health and activity data.
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Digitaltrends
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Smartwatch data could help curb diabetes with guided workouts
- Wearable devices can help people with Type 2 Diabetes cultivate healthy workout routines and keep related health complications in control.
- 82% of diabetes patients stuck to physical activity routines when their activity was analyzed through smartwatches and they were provided virtual guidance by certified health experts.
- The MOTIVATE-T2D program entails the analysis of biomarkers and activity patterns to offer personalized health guidance through smartwatches.
- Interventions like MOTIVATE-T2D can help with cholesterol management, blood glucose level monitoring, and other physical benefits.
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A camera-equipped Apple Watch with Visual Intelligence could drop in 2027
- Apple Watch models in 2027 are rumored to have a built-in camera.
- The camera would enable support for Visual Intelligence, but FaceTime compatibility is uncertain.
- The standard Apple Watch Series 12 models may have a camera built inside the display, while the Apple Watch Ultra would have a camera on the side.
- Apple is also planning to equip future AirPods with built-in cameras.
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Don’t miss all the best Apple deals in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
- Amazon is running the Big Spring Sale, providing savings on Apple gear including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, iPad Pro, iPad Air, Apple Watch, HomePod mini, and more.
- MacBook Pro deals offer up to $450 off in the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
- Deals on M2, M3, and M4 MacBook Air models with savings of over $300 available in the sale.
- The M4 Mac mini is available at an all-time low price of $499 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
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The Verge
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Garmin adds AI and a subscription tier to its app
- Garmin has launched a premium tier to its app, Garmin Connect Plus, which includes AI-powered insights and expanded features.
- The new feature, Active Intelligence, delivers personalized insights and suggestions based on health and activity data.
- Connect Plus also includes a performance dashboard, live activity metrics, expanded LiveTrack, and additional guidance from Garmin coaches.
- Garmin's introduction of a subscription tier may face mixed reactions from loyal users, as the company has previously emphasized not paywalling features.
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