Editor's Pick: Gadget Ogling: A Juicy Wristband, a Gamy Wearable and a Dorky Dongle

Gadget Ogling: A Juicy Wristband, a Gamy Wearable and a Dorky Dongle

Kris Holt Apr 18, 2015 5:00 AM PT
	Asus is taking a common-sense approach to the fitness tracker game by debuting a new watch with a 10-day battery life. Thanks to its square screen, the soon-to-be-released VivoWatch resembles a smartwatch more than, say, a Fitbit. It appears to have a monochrome screen, which must help extend that all-important battery life. It has a stainless-steel build, and dust and water protection. [More...]

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