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New Smart Bands Are Coming, and Whoop Is Scared

Lifehacker·Beth Skwarecki·6 months ago
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Beth Skwarecki

Beth Skwarecki Senior Health Editor

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Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years.

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May 12, 2026

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I flagged smart bands as one of the tech trends of 2026 , based on what I was seeing, so it’s interesting to watch the rollout of the Fitbit Air and the buzz around the (still unconfirmed) Garmin Cirqa. Whoop , which has long been the undisputed leader in this area, now has a ton of competition.…

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