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Consumer Reports evaluated smartwatches and fitness trackers based on accuracy, battery life, and features. The article highlights that short battery life undermines the effectiveness of fitness trackers.

The European Commission exempted wearable devices like smartwatches and smart glasses from user-replaceable battery requirements, allowing batteries to be replaced only by professionals. The delegated act, adopted on July 14, cites safety and design challenges due to miniaturization and will take effect in 2027 as part of broader EU battery regulations.

Denver schools will implement a bell-to-bell ban on cellphones, smartwatches, and personal devices during the school day starting this fall. The policy, approved by the Denver school board, allows exceptions for health, special education, and language access needs. The superintendent must ensure the policy is enforced consistently and review its effectiveness annually.

The Polish government has approved several bills, including one that would prohibit the use of smartphones and smartwatches in classrooms. The legislation aims to address concerns related to student distraction and focus during school hours.

The new Fitbit Air is a lightweight fitness tracker designed as an alternative to smartwatches, emphasizing comfort for sleep and avoiding features like apps, calls, and texts.

The article discusses the accuracy of smartwatches in measuring health metrics like heart rate and step count, featuring CNET's lead wearable tech reporter, Vanessa Hand Orellana, in a CBS News segment.

A study warns that wearable devices like smartwatches may hinder athletic performance by distracting users from internal body signals. The research suggests runners should prioritize physical awareness over technology during events like the London Marathon.