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A smartwatch is a wristwatch with computer-like functions.

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Using a heart's "digital twin" to reduce cardiac surgeries

Using a heart's "digital twin" to reduce cardiac surgeries

A hospital in Boston is using a heart's "digital twin" to lower the number of cardiac surgeries.
Digital WorldFebruary 13, 202402:40 min
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Are AI health tips useful or not?

Are AI health tips useful or not?

Can AI assistants motivate people to eat more consciously and live healthier lives?
Digital WorldFebruary 10, 202402:49 min
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When your smartwatch sounds the alarm

When your smartwatch sounds the alarm

If your smartwatch indicates cardiac arrhythmia, you should definitely go see a doctor.
Digital WorldFebruary 10, 202402:14 min
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How does a smartwatch measure your heartbeat?

How does a smartwatch measure your heartbeat?

Smartwatches use an optical sensor to detect the heartbeat. But how accurate is the process?
Digital WorldFebruary 10, 202402:40 min
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Smartwatches can predict COVID: Study

Smartwatches can predict COVID: Study

Researchers have found that data recorded by fitness trackers are a good indicator on whether the wearer has COVID.
HealthFebruary 12, 2021
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Germany bans sale of child-snooping watches

Germany bans sale of child-snooping watches

A German regulator said parents were using the smartwatches to listen in on teachers while their children were in class.
TechnologyNovember 17, 2017
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