18 posts and columns on sleep

News Byte

FitBit’s New (Non-Wearable) Device: The Wi-Fi Smart Scale

in News on April 23 at 3:00 am PT

Fitbit, maker of the popular fitness device that clips onto clothing and tracks activity and sleep patterns, is attempting to set itself apart in the increasingly crowded fitness-tech market with the introduction of a new, Wi-Fi-equipped scale. The Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale measures weight, body-fat percentage and body-mass index, and wirelessly transfers the data to users’ FitBit accounts; information from the scale is also accessible through FitBit’s iPhone and Android apps. First announced at CES earlier this year, the $129.95 scale goes on sale today on Fitbit’s Web site.

All Things Reviewed: Nike+ FuelBand and BodyMedia Armband on WSJ “Digits”

in Product News on March 19 at 2:57 pm PT

See the latest tech products reviewed by the ATD team, on today’s WSJ “Digits” show.
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Jawbone Debuts UP, Which Tracks, Well, You (Video)

in News on November 2, 2011 at 9:01 pm PT

It’s UP to you to get in better shape.
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Mac Alternatives to Quicken

in Mossberg’s Mailbox on July 13, 2011 at 5:58 pm PT

Walt answers a reader’s question on alternatives to Quicken for Macs, putting a computer to sleep and watching TV on the iPad.

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Jawbone’s Newest Product: Health-Tracking Wristband Called UP

in News on July 13, 2011 at 11:34 am PT

Jawbone, the San Francisco consumer electronics start-up that just grabbed another $70 million in funding, has announced its latest gadget called Up. The new product is described as “an intelligent, wearable wristband with an application that combines tracking, analysis, social and motivational elements.” Jawbone, which makes a popular Bluetooth headset and also the Jambox wireless speaker, said Up will track a user’s movement, sleep patterns and nutrition.

Let Sleeping Partners Lie

in The Digital Solution on June 7, 2011 at 3:35 pm PT

There’s almost nothing as jarring as the sound of your partner’s alarm going off hours before you need to wake up. One gadget may give you new hope for sleeping in while your partner heads off to work, says Katie.
Lark Sleeping Aid

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The Sleepless Elite

in News on April 5, 2011 at 4:30 am PT

For a small group of people–perhaps just 1 percent to 3 percent of the population–sleep is a waste of time. Natural “short sleepers,” as they’re officially known, are night owls and early birds simultaneously.

Blogs, MacBooks and GSM phones

in Mossberg’s Mailbox on February 16, 2011 at 3:20 pm PT

Walt answers readers’ questions on starting a blog, sleeping MacBooks and GSM phones.

Nintendo's 3DS on Sale March 27 for $250, Boasting iPhone-Like Features

in Commerce on January 19, 2011 at 8:56 am PT

Nintendo announced the pricing and release date today for the 3DS, which it hopes will rejuvenate sales as its other hardware platforms start aging.

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WakeMate Issues Recall of Chargers After Wrist Unit Catches Fire

in News on December 31, 2010 at 1:30 am PT

WakeMate, maker of the sleep-tracking cuff we wrote about last week has issued a recall of all chargers after one of its wrist units caught fire. WakeMate Chief Technologist Craig Lewiston said WakeMate is continuing to investigate the issue.

WakeMate Finally Ships–Will You Sleep Better Now That It's Watching You?

in News, December 22, 2010 at 1:58 pm PT

A Device Does Everything But Sing

in The Mossberg Solution, December 14, 2010 at 3:02 pm PT

REMcloud Opens Online Field of Dreams

in News, October 19, 2010 at 5:00 am PT

Fitbit Sees How You Run, Walk and Sleep

in The Mossberg Solution, November 3, 2009 at 4:28 pm PT

Big Update for Vista Leaves Little Changed for Mainstream Users

in Personal Technology, February 14, 2008 at 12:01 am PT

Putting a Computer in Hibernation

in Mossberg’s Mailbox, December 27, 2007 at 12:01 am PT