#wearable-devices

#wearable-devices

Oura Health Oy, the maker of the Oura health and fitness ring, is raising $875 million in a new Series E financing round valuing it around $10.9 billion, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The round, which is expected to close by the end of the month, would double the company's $5 billion valuation from its Series D round announced last December. The report notes that the Series E round could still exceed $900 million.

According to the study published in the Nature journal, the team of researchers analysed how thermoelectricity, the movement of electrons from hot to cooler regions, can be harnessed using their elastic polymer composite. They reported that the material can stretch to 150 percent of its initial length and withstand strains of more than 850percent. The fact that it remains stretched under stress means it remains in close contact with the skin, and that makes power generation more efficient, the researchers said.

The Google Pixel Watch 3 is currently on sale for $400, a $100 discount, applying only to the Champagne Gold Aluminum Case model with the Hazel band.

Casio is releasing a tiny, ring-sized version of its iconic digital watch to commemorate its 50th anniversary, featuring the classic square face and stainless steel band.

The Amazfit Bip 6 features a 1.97-inch AMOLED display, offers up to 14 days of battery life, and includes health-tracking capabilities and Bluetooth calling.

The upcoming Apple Watch SE models are set to feature notable display upgrades, with sizes of 1.6 inches and 1.8 inches, indicating a possible launch soon.

The wind sensor feature and the combination of touchscreen controls with traditional hardware buttons in the Wahoo Elemnt Ace enhance functionality for cyclists.