Review: Samsung Gear Fit 2 fitness wearable

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The Gear Fit 2 has some unique features, the system allows for noting down water and caffeine intake during the day and makes it possible to factor these into overall health.

The new Samsung Gear Fit 2 is a vast improvement over past Samsung fitness wearables. Lightweight, outfitted with a heart-rate monitor and GPS, plus the ability to play music files through Bluetooth connected headphones, it is a device that's not overly reliant on a companion smartphone.

I tested the altest Gear Fit2 alongside my fitness tracker of choice, the Microsoft Band 2. I found the Gear Fit 2 to be unobtrusive, it provided an easy fit that made it easy to forger once it was on and didn't give me a rash, unlike some rubber-based wearables I've tried in the past.

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Starbucks app comes to Windows Phone devices in US, Canada and the UK

The much awaited Anniversary Update may have not yet made it to Windows Phone devices but at least users of Microsoft's mobile devices can drown their sorrows with Starbucks coffee. The company has made a Starbucks app available for supported Windows Phones, which means they can use their exisiting Starbucks cards or accounts on ther Lumia devices to buy coffee without a wallet.

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Nike launches new Nike + app

Nike launched its anticipated new Nike+ app, which gives athletes personal access to Nike’s signature services, including its most-coveted products, expert guidance and live events, all in one easy-to-access place, as only Nike can do. Nike also announced that it will open its first digital studio in NYC, focused on accelerating the company’s digital connection to consumers.

“Our consumers want instant access to the best of Nike and we’re excited to be offering expanded Nike+ services, personalized to athletes everywhere,” said Trevor Edwards, President, Nike Brand. “Digital enables us to better serve our consumers across our business and we will continue to invest in our digital portfolio of services and connect with athletes anytime, anywhere.”

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Logitech launches CREATE backlit keyboard for 9.7-inch iPad Pro

It took a while but Logitech has finally announced a CREATE backlit keyboard for the 9.7-inch iPad Pro. The CREATE Keyboard Case is a toolkit that gives you everything you need to make the most of your iPad Pro; a protective case, backlit keyboard, and integrated holder for the Apple Pencil all in one lightweight package. Whether you are posting an update, watching a video, or drawing a sketch, CREATE empowers you to unleash your creativity and productivity wherever you go.

“CREATE is like the Swiss Army Knife of keyboard cases,” said Michele Hermann, vice president of tablet accessories at Logitech. “It puts all the tools you need at your fingertips, and the keyboard charges through the Smart Connector so you can just set your iPad Pro into a typing position and go. It brings typing on the iPad Pro to a whole new level."

The CREATE Keyboard Case for the 9.7-inch iPad Pro is available today from Logitech and Apple for a suggested retail price of $129.99. For more information, please visit our blog or connect with us on Facebook.