Author: Sophia Miller

Strava, the GPS tracking subscription service used predominantly by runners and cyclists, has announced the acquisition of FATMAP – a mobile app used for planning, tracking and sharing outdoor adventures. With its cutting-edge 3D map, FATMAP allows users to plan a range of mountain activities, from hiking and biking to trail running or ski touring. Strava subscribers will gain access to the full FATMAP offering as part of the deal. The acquisition is part of Strava’s ongoing investment to provide a best-in-class digital experience for people who are striving for an active lifestyle. FATMAP has built a global proprietary 3D…

Garmin has today announced the ECG App¹, an FDA-cleared app for the Venu® 2 Plus smartwatch that allows users to record their heart rhythm and check for signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib). Customers can use the ECG App to record a 30-second ECG and view their heart rhythm results immediately on the watch or, optionally, later in the Garmin Connect™ smartphone app. “The ECG App is Garmin’s first FDA-cleared smartwatch feature and we are thrilled to offer this revolutionary tool to our customers as another way to stay on top of their health,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of…