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The device looks like a pair of neckband-style sports headphones, with the two squeezable and stretchable legs sitting on the outside of the ear.

Called Vu Pulse, it was designed by the company called Tylt; the device is currently up for pre-order for $44 with shipments to beta testers starting in June.

Beyond tracking sleep and activity, it can also deliver notifications to one's wrist, including incoming calls and messages, along with social media updates.

After more than six months in development, BIDMC @ Home with HealthKit integration will kick off with 25 to 50 patients and half a dozen doctors.

The wearable sensor can continuously collect and monitor users' sweat on the molecular level, and send them to a smartphone via Bluetooth.

The device was designed by a team of engineers who have been developing Heart Rate Monitoring solutions for the professional sector for more than 20 years.

The watch has most of the features you would expect from a modern smart watch with custom software that acts like a memory box.

Two testers wore Fitbit Surge and Fitbit Charge HR on their wrists and compared results with readings measured by Polar chest straps.

The Korean giant may announce its latest wearable with round screen during the upcoming Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain from February 22 to 26.

As part of its efforts to retain talent and stay competitive, the company has created a 30 percent equity pool for its current employees.