Connected wearable shipment to reach 168 million in 2019
According to Berg Insight, shipments of connected wearables reached 19 million in 2014, up from 5.9 million devices in the previous year.
Miiya smart watch launched to fight childhood obesity
Similarly to other activity trackers, the device will keep up with its wearer's (child's) whereabouts while promoting exercise along the way.
Fitbit denies skin irritation with the Charge
These new complaints are very different than those reported by the Force band users, the company claims; the Fitbit Charge uses different materials.
FitAd launches world’s first wearable ad platform
The new mobility ad network delivers advertising for fitness and health brands across smartphones, tablets and wearable devices.
Talkspace adds another $1M to its seed round, launches on Android
Metamorphic Ventures is joining existing investors Spark Capital and Soft Bank, while bringing the total seed round funds raised to $3.5 million.
Predilytics secures $10M in Series C funding from Qualcomm Ventures, existing investors
The company applies machine-learning analytic tools to transform structured and unstructured data, along with external data sources, into actionable insights.
Rise secures $1M for its nutrition coaching service
The money was provided by existing investors Cowboy Ventures and Floodgate, bringing the company's total funding to at least $3.3 million.
Self-improvement app Lift hits version 2.0, secures additional $1.1M
The free service will still include community support, whereas those opting to pay for a mentor will get a more personal guidance to achieve their goals.
Vitastiq can check one’s vitamin and mineral levels
The small device provides insight on 30 most important vitamins and minerals, along with advice on how to improve vitality with the right choice of nutrients.
American Well raises $80M in Series C round
The company offers a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform that gives consumers direct access to their choice of U.S. board-certified clinicians.









