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Apple Watch 2017 shipments up by over 50% - Canalys

Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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Q4 2017 shipments grew by more than 32% over Q4 2016, the highest ever number of shipments in a single quarter for any wearable vendor.
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Fitbit delivers revolutionary update for the Ionic

Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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Fitbit unveils first update to Fitbit OS for Ionic smartwatch users, including over 60 apps and enhanced performance.
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Hands-on Review: Fitbit Alta HR, reunited and it feels so good

Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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The Fitbit Alta is Fitbit's slimmest design yet, but don't mistake its simple design for a basic fitness band...
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Apple retakes the lead in the smart watch race

Mon, 20th Nov 2017
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Apple reclaims the top spot in the wearable band market with 3.9 million shipments in Q3 2017, fuelled by strong demand for the Apple Watch Series 3.
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Samsung fitness focused smartwatches take on Fitbit

Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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Samsung's latest Gear Sport and Gear Fit2 Pro smartwatches debut, posing a sleek challenge to Fitbit's Ionic in the race for your wrist.
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Fitbit takes on Beats with their new sweatproof headphones

Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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Fitbit introduces Fitbit Flyer, wireless headphones with powerful audio, customisable fit, and connectivity to the new Ionic smartwatch.
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The Fitbit Ionic aims to be the all-in-one health and fitness smartwatch

Tue, 29th Aug 2017
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Fitbit's Ionic smartwatch sets sights on revolutionising health tracking, blending lifestyle features with a fitness-first ethos.
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Vendors moving up and down the ranks in mixed bag wearable band market

Fri, 11th Aug 2017
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Apple has fallen to third place in the market, overtaken by both Xiaomi and Fitbit - despite the latter experiencing a 34% year-on-year decline.
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Wearables market in state of flux – Ovum details what the future holds

Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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For many vendors in the wearables industry, layoffs and senior management departures have been a common theme of late - but there are opportunities.
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Global wearables market grows 17.9 percent - and we have a new leader

Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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The worldwide wearables market continued its rapid rise in the first quarter of 2017 (1Q17) with multiple companies experiencing triple digit growth.
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Apple takes wearable tech crown from Fitbit

Mon, 8th May 2017
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Apple has been crowned the leading wearable technology company, despite CEO Tim Cook's stubborn refusal to release Apple Watch numbers.
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​Fitbit unveils redesigned personal training app

Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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Fitbit launches redesign of its personal training app, Fitstar, offering tailored workouts and guidance to help users achieve their fitness goals.
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Fitbit still on top in wearables market, Apple's 'aging lineup' sees decline

Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Wearables market sees 3.1% growth in Q3, with fitness trackers leading the way, accounting for 85% of the market.
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Outlook not great for Fitbit, despite revamp

Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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Fitbit's growth has slowed, with shares plummeting 31% after lowering its guidance for Q4 revenue growth to just 2-5%.
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Late quarter drive from Apple sees significant growth in smart watch market

Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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Apple Watch shipments drive significant growth in global smart watch market, with 2.8 million units shipped in Q3 2016.
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New survey 'disappointing' for Fitbit as Kiwis vote on their favourite electronics

Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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Apple and Samsung remain on top, while LG, Panasonic, Sony and The Warehouse's Veon proving popular with Kiwi consumers.
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Is Fitbit's Charge 2 its best tracker to date?

Fri, 14th Oct 2016
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I highly recommend it for those looking to get more out of their fitness trackers, but don't to step into the world of a smart watch just yet.
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Fitbit's dominance in wearables market remains unchallenged, Apple suffers decline

Wed, 7th Sep 2016
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Fitbit's dominance over the global market remains unchallenged, as the company's name becomes synonymous with fitness bands.
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Fitbit unleashes new sleep features

Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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Fitbit has launched new sleep tools to help users improve sleep consistency and overall health, in collaboration with sleep experts.
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My month with a new Fitbit: The Blaze

Mon, 16th May 2016
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Off the bat, the Blaze is a massive step up from Fitbit's other offerings. And that's saying a lot considering I am a huge fan of their products.