HardwareAndroid Authorityabout 1 hour ago
Smartwatch Calorie Tracking Found Inaccurate
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A new study finds popular smartwatches from Apple, Samsung, Garmin and Fitbit substantially miscalculate calories burned during exercise. Errors reach 100 percent or more, and accuracy worsens as body fat percentage rises. Researchers advise treating calorie counts as rough estimates, especially for weight management, since the devices can overcredit workouts.
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