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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.
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Kiwis sit a lot, according to Fitbit data
Wed, 4th May 2016
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Kiwis are high on the list when it comes to sitting time, with new research from Fitbit showing we’re only behind the US and China with sitting times.
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Feast your eyes on these Fitbit pics
Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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Dive into the evolution of fitness tracking with a glimpse of Fitbit's vibrant array – pioneers since 2007, now offering eight cutting-edge devices.
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Fitbit's latest: the Alta
Fri, 5th Feb 2016
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Fitbit has released its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Alta, featuring a slim design and interchangeable bands.
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Hands-on review: FitBit Charge HR
Mon, 18th Jan 2016
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You’ve undoubtedly heard about the fitness measurement craze that’s underway - FitBit has a brilliant device to help you get through.
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Fitbit Blaze: Personal, functional and not quite a smartwatch
Mon, 18th Jan 2016
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Fitbit Blaze, the latest wearable from the company, focuses on health and fitness features with a variety of essential tools.
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Fitbit improves exercise tracking
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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The new features include SmartTrack automatic exercise recognition as well as enhancements to Fitbit’s PurePulse heart rate tracking.
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Garmin takes on Fitbit with new heart rate watches
Wed, 28th Oct 2015
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Garmin ups the ante in fitness tech, launching wrist heart rate watches to rival Fitbit's dominance.
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Watch out Fitbit: Apple is closing in
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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Leading wearable brand Fitbit may have a fight on its hands as Apple finds itself within striking distance in its first year in the wearable market.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Surge
Thu, 27th Aug 2015
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For athletes and fitness fans, all the features the Surge offers will provide a complete overview of one’s fitness activities.
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Fitbit dominates wearables market
Tue, 14th Jul 2015
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​Fitbit has experienced positive growth in the share market, dominating in the highly competitive wearables space.
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Fitbit leads wearable bands, Apple Watch to make impact
Mon, 25th May 2015
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Fitbit tops the sales figures, but research firm Canalys forecasts 20 million Apple Watches will be shipped in 2015.