Pebble update

Pebble smart watch updated with fitness and sleep tracking

The company is also adding new fitness partners, including Jawbone and Swim.com, and opening its API to other companies interested to sync with Pebble.
Centered iPhone app

Health Care Service Corporation launches Centered iPhone app to fight stress

Available as a free download, Centered allows users to track their daily physical activity in addition to providing guidance for mindful meditation exercises.
Fitbit

A Florida school using mobile technology to tackle obesity

50 overweight students will be selected for the program that will track their activity levels and sleep using Fitbit's wearable devices.
LifeBeam heart-monitoring smart cycling helmet now in its second generation

LifeBeam heart-monitoring smart cycling helmet now in its second generation

The device provides riders with continuous heart-rate monitoring, calorie and performance tracking, and beams that information to compatible mobile apps.
Beyond Verbal announces Wellness API, raises an additional $3.3M

Beyond Verbal announces Wellness API, raises an additional $3.3M

The cloud-based API allows developers of wellness and fitness solutions to create emotionally-aware apps, devices and services.
Misfit Flash

$50 Misfit Flash sleep and activity monitor announced

Unlike Shine which is made out of aircraft grade aluminum, the Flash is a plastic device that is water-proof up to 30 meters; it will ship will ship in October.
corporate wellness programs

Workplace wellness program usually don’t work?

Although many companies use financial incentives to motivate workers to improve their health, wellness programs don't necessarily produce the desired results.
Wellocracy

Americans want to share their data with health experts

What's more, they are also willing to pay for personal feedback and coaching from a trusted health expert such as doctor, fitness trainer, nurse or dietician.
Keas secures $7.4 million to grow its employer wellness programs

Keas secures $7.4 million to grow its employer wellness programs

The company offers fitness social network for companies that motivates employees to lead more active lifestyles, and compete against each other.
Weight Watchers' app can now sync with popular fitness bands

Weight Watchers’ app can now sync with popular fitness bands

New technology integration with Fitbit and Jawbone pairs activity tracking with Weight Watchers tools and support to make smart food choices.