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The platform is launching in public beta with initial focus on Phase I/II clinical trials to guide trial management and inform clinical endpoints.

The company's first watch can't run third party apps, but is slick enough to be carried around for a long time.

For $10, those who already bought the Shine 2 can upgrade their device with swim-specific algorithms through an in-app purchase in the Misfit app.

The new Pebble 2 and Pebble Time 2 are now up for pre-order on Kickstarter, made to supersede the original Pebble smartwatch and the first Pebble Time.

Called iBeat, the startup is developing a life-saving Wearable-as-a-Service offering that aims to speed the delivery of care.

The San Francisco-based company has reportedly (temporarily) ceased production of its fitness bands, and is looking to unload its wireless speaker business.

It takes about 45 minutes for ethanol to be transmitted through the skin, so BACtrack Skyn cannot be a real substitute for breathalyzers or blood tests.

Also, the new version of Android Wear supports standalone apps that will be able to run only on the watch, with no need to have a connected smartphone around.

In Q1, we saw a number of new fitness trackers and smartwatches introduced, price reductions, and greater participation within emerging wearables categories.

Some of the running features that were enabled with the new wearable are personal records, virtual pacer, Auto Pause, Auto Lap and walk/run mode.