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Smartphone apps aimed at preventing cancer, or helping people with the disease to manage it, have the potential to improve people's health, but many of these apps have drawbacks, researchers say.

Fitbug Orb: Fitness Tracker Review

The Fitbug Orb is a new activity tracker. The main selling point of the Orb is its low cost, $49.95, but how much do you get for the price

By Rachael Rettner Published 13 December 13
Can New Wristband 'Sense' What You're Eating?

A new activity tracker claims to be able to analyze what you eat using a sensor on the wrist — no food diaries needed — but experts are skeptical of the claim.

By Rachael Rettner Published 28 October 13
Nike FuelBand: Fitness Tracker Review

By Rachael Rettner Published 2 October 13

How 'Smart Teeth' Could Detect Health Habits

A new "smart tooth" can detect exactly when a person is eating, drinking or talking. Researchers say tracking these activities over time could yield insights into a people's health.

By Charles Q. Choi Published 17 September 13
What is the Quantified Self?

The quantified-self movement refers to the use of technology to collect data about all aspects of our daily lives, including our physical activity, and eating and sleeping patterns.

By Rachael Rettner Published 26 August 13
The Quantified Sex Life: Apps Track Data in the Bedroom

By Megan Gannon Published 19 August 13

Faster & Higher: Extreme Athletes Can Track Feats with Tech

By Rachael Rettner Published 2 August 13
The Best Apps for Your Health, Part 2: Sleep Trackers

MyHealthNewsDaily asked a variety of health and fitness experts for their opinions on what works and what doesn't among the popular apps of 2011.

By Lauren Cox Published 30 May 13
Cotton T-Shirt May One Day Charge Your Cellphone

A new, inexpensive, environmentally friendly treatment turns cotton into a capacitor.

By Francie Diep Published 3 July 12

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