Connected wearable shipment to reach 168 million in 2019

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

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 Charge

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

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 for Android

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

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

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.
Lift

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

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

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.