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[View online]() //WEEKLY ☰ ⊗ [News](=) [Reviews]( [Best Lists]( [Videos]() [Community]() Dear {NAME}, ​ Have you ever slipped on a sleek fitness tracker and felt the buzz of motivation to hit that daily step goal or monitor your sleep patterns? Fitness trackers are indeed awesome! However, my colleague, Matt Zellmer, raises some questions about smart bands and similar gadgets. If they continue the trend of offering everything a smartwatch does, are they doomed? Whether you're a fan of the 2012 Nike FuelBand or have a soft spot for the Xiaomi Smart Band 8, the evolution of fitness trackers is undeniable. What started as minimalist bands have evolved into sophisticated gadgets, competing with even the most high-end smartwatches. From basic pedometer functions to monitoring blood oxygen levels, their capabilities seem almost limitless. However, with advancement comes a rise in price. And now, with the emergence of smart rings, one has to wonder: where do fitness trackers stand in the wearable tech landscape? Is the near future of fitness trackers overshadowed by smartwatches? Dive deeper into this topic in our editorial article this week. Have a great Wednesday! ​ ¢Â€Â‹ ​ Camila Rinaldi Head of Editorial --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ //The Bottom Line Fitness Trackers: Doomed by Their Own Smartwatch Aspirations? | Opinion Who knows the difference between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch? Will the industry soon have to choose between the two wearables? [Read this story]( //Product Spotlight of the Week Beyond the Hinge: Everything New with the Galaxy Z Flip 5 Review! Check out the new Galaxy Z Flip 5 review and learn everything you need to know about Samsung's latest foldable device before you order it. [Read this story]( //App Picks of the Week [New week, new free Google Play Store and Apple App Store apps](=) Don't see yourself forking out money when something can be obtained for free? You'll love our list of free apps for Android & iOS then. [Read this story](=) [Top 5 Android and iOS Apps of the Week: Torrents, Tower Defense, and More!]( We finally see the release of the official ChatGPT app on iOS and Android. Yes, there is also a customary game to check out in our Top 5 apps story. [Read this story]( //Weekly Roundup [Google's Magic Eraser Tool To Receive Audio Support on Pixel 8]( Google's Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro could debut with the new Audio Magic Eraser feature that removes sounds and noises from videos. Here's how it works. [Read this story]( [Apple to Start Paying Affected Users of iPhone 'Batterygate' Saga]( Apple will start the payout to users in the 'batterygate' saga that secretly throttled the performance of several iPhone models. Is your iPhone affected? [Read this story]( Power Station Safety 101: Avoid Hidden Dangers! The sockets of power stations tend to differ from standard sockets at home. Here's how you can use power stations safely. [Read this story]() [One UI 5.1.1 Update Adds More Features to Older Galaxy Foldables]() Samsung's Android 13-based One UI 5.1.1 update for older Galaxy foldable smartphones and Galaxy tablets will come with new features. [Read this story]() [Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra Could Get Upgraded 50 MP Zoom Camera]( Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra phone could feature a bigger 50 MP telephoto Isocell sensor. How will it be better than the Galaxy S23 Ultra? [Read this story]( [Foldable Wars: Motorola Strikes Back | Opinion](=) Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5 was countered by Motorola's two Razr 40 foldable clamshell phones. Is this the birth of a new power? [Read this story](=) [Rumor Mill Abuzz with Watch X Leaks: A Slimmer Design and a Magnetic Band?](=) Apple's 10th generation smartwatch could be named Watch X. It is tipped to feature a magnetic band system, thinner case, and larger touch display. [Read this story](=) //Top Deals You Can’t Miss [Samsung's Galaxy A54 is a Solid Mid-range Phone at $349 (21% Off)](=) Samsung's mid-ranger Galaxy A54 falls back to its all-time low price of $349 on Amazon. The deal saves you $100 off (21%) on black or violet variant. [Read this story](=) [Ecoflow's Lightweight River 2 Power Station Gets a Big 21% Saving]() EcoFlow's lightweight and compact River 2 power station with long-lasting battery drops to $189 on Amazon, saving you $50 or 21% off its regular price. [Read this story]() Jobs of the Week [Senior Solutions Architect, Strategic - SA Account]( [Amazon Web Services – San Francisco, CA]( [Apply here!]( [Senior Software Engineer - Machine Learning]( [Google – New York, NY]( [Apply here!]( [Principal Program Manager]( [Microsoft – Redmond, WA]( [Apply here!]( Follow us on our other channels = = Thanks for reading our weekly newsletter. If you found it interesting, feel free to share it with your friends. If you do not like the content, you can [unsubsribe here.](. To change your email settings you can [manage your profile]( here. nextpit GmbH Strelitzer Str. 58 , Berlin, 10115