Latest articles by Michael L Hicks
The SF Half Marathon controversy is exactly why a good running watch matters
SF City Half marathoners only ran 12.6 miles, but two dual-band GPS watches warned me that my SF Bridge Half Marathon was short, too.
Meta Q2 2024 earnings call highlights AI successes and a $50 billion problem
AI + VR investments Here's everything we learned about Meta's AI plans, its Reality Labs losses, and more.
OnePlus Watch 2R review: Budget substance over style
Wear OS for less The OnePlus Watch 2R keeps the powerful guts of the Watch 2 while trimming the steel style, making it plainer but more comfortable.
How to use the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Quick Button
Simple shortcut The Galaxy Watch Ultra's Quick Button is (unfortunately) pretty limited in what it can do, but it does have a few customizable shortcuts you can set up in the settings. Here's how.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra vs. Watch 5 Pro: Should you upgrade?
Two battery behemoths Samsung gave the Watch Ultra and 5 Pro the same battery capacity, but they're very different in many other respects like performance, display, and sensors.
The OnePlus Watch 2R blew my low fitness expectations out of the water
Sunday Runday Both of our OnePlus Watch 2 reviewers had problems with its fitness data; so far, the Watch 2R doesn't have those same issues.
Is anyone else sick of this unreliable Google Maps tool?
Faster route my a** If Google Maps' "faster route available" feature has ever led you astray and caused more problems that it has solved, then you're in good company.
Who needs the Galaxy Ring with all these epic Prime Day smart ring deals?
Prime Day 2024 The Galaxy Ring doesn't have any proper pre-order deals, so look at these Prime Day smart ring deals from Oura, RingConn, Ultrahuman, and Amazfit instead.
Garmin Prime Day deals are selling out faster than Prime Day ends — only five left are worth buying
Prime Day 2024 As always, Prime Day is a great time to save hundreds on expensive Garmin watches. I'll run through the ones to pay attention to.
The only earbuds I trust for running safely are $55 OFF for Prime Day
Save money (and yourself) Two open-ear earbuds for those who dislike bone conduction are pretty darn cheap for Prime Day.
One of my favorite Android watches just dipped to its lowest price EVER during Prime Day
Prime Day 2024 The Google Pixel Watch 2 rarely falls below its full price; now you can get one for the same price as the original Pixel Watch: $80 off!
Ultrahuman challenges Oura and Galaxy Ring with a whole app store of new data, including AFib
Smart rings Ultrahuman plans to add "thousands" of customized plug-ins to its Ring Air smart ring, so that you can choose which data to see and focus on for your heath journey.
Should you upgrade to the Galaxy Watch 7, Watch Ultra, or Galaxy Ring?
Which one? Samsung has three wearable options this year, leaving you to wonder if you should upgrade to the Galaxy Watch 7, Watch Ultra, or Galaxy Ring.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra (mostly) lives up to Samsung's lofty fitness promises
Sunday Runday Both the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Watch 7 have upgraded heart rate and GPS data. I put their revamped accuracy to the test.
Which finger should you wear the Samsung Galaxy Ring on?
Find the right fit Although many smart ring makers recommend you wear one on a specific finger, you actually have three main options we'd recommend when wearing the Galaxy Ring.
Samsung's Apple Watch Ultra clone forgot to copy the most important thing
Why, Samsung? The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has a rugged design and ultra-bright display, but a $650 watch should have better controls.
Samsung Galaxy Ring vs. Oura Ring Gen 3: Choosing the best smart ring
Rings of power The Samsung Galaxy Ring vs. Oura Ring is about more than features; it's a legal battle, too.
Smart rings vs. smartwatches: Every key and hidden difference, from features to accuracy
Sunday Runday It's obvious what smartwatch features a smart ring can't offer, like notifications or phone calls. But are there any smart ring perks that a smartwatch can't offer? Let's run through the list!
I lost 30 pounds in a year. These are the apps, tech, and tools I used to stay on track
Sunday Runday You'd be surprised how much weight loss you can achieve with a smart scale, a Google Doc, a smartwatch, and some determination.
The Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra won't be the only watches worth buying in July
Prime Day tips If last year is any guide, Prime Day 2024 should have real bargains on Galaxy Watch 6, Watch FE, and other old models.
How to change screen brightness on Wear OS
Lighten up! We break down how to change screen brightness on Wear OS watches.
Best drawing tablets 2025
Ready, set, draw! Aching to incorporate freehand lines into your digital creations? It sounds like you need a drawing tablet! We've put together the best models for your perusing pleasure.
My new favorite outdoor hobby might force me to switch phones
Sunday Runday As much as I love hiking, I don't love how most phones can't handle a few hours of GPS mapping before they're running on empty.
