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US research suggests wearable devices provide insights into so-called long Covid

Review: it won’t work with every phone - you’ll need at the very least an iPhone 6s, and for Precision Finding , an iPhone 11 or newer

Band can interpret hand movements allowing users to interact with virtual world

Search giant said it heard nothing from regulators at end of agreed extended waiting period

Activity tracker looks similar to a Fitbit, with a small display in a silicon band

Halo will enter crowded market for wearables

Consumer groups in the US and in Europe have warned against the deal

European Commission has until August 8th to make decision on deal

Review: On the face of it, the newest model hasn’t changed much, but look closer

Tech Tools: Device features Active Zone Minutes, which tracks any workout that boosts your heart rate

Excellent battery life but still no third-party app support or wireless charging

Wireless chargers, new smartphones, video game consoles among the must-have items

Easy to engage-with platform rewards employees for leading healthy lifestyles

Seen & Heard: Overcharging at PTSB and Ulster Bank, Fitbit’s Irish profits, and the fallout from the collapse of Orla Kiely’s retail empire in the US also make the headlines

Takeover would gives Google access to a huge trove of heart rate, activity and sleep data

Transfer of data can be accessed by Google staff according to whistleblower

Fitbit offered $7.35 per share in cash, a 19% premium on Thursday’s closing price

Sources claim Google owner is in negotiations

CSO to report retail spending figures. Alphabet, Facebook and Apple to deliver results

Building offers occupier core location in Dublin’s central business district

Tech Tools: It’s a cheaper version of the Ionic, but all the extras make Versa 2 good value

Health apps not only monitor our general levels of fitness, they are predicted to have a dramatic effect on the doctor-patient relationship in the near future

Sleep data-induced anxiety can lead to a considerably worse night’s slumber

Apps offer useful information but often make people grumpier about their lack of shut-eye

Apple, Merck, Pfizer and Mastercard all due to report results

Tech giant says additional US tariffs would tilt the playing field in favour of competitors

Trade tensions help drag shipments of smartphones lower but rebound forecast

Savills is quoting €55 per sq ft for the grade A office space on Pembroke Row

Business This Week: Small Firms Association conference adopts an ‘innovate or expire’ approach to future business

Irish sports tech firm valued at €200m-plus as Oxlade-Chamberlain also backs company

As banking gets dearer, it pays to switch to an account that caters best for your needs

This Week: Big week for banks as SME lending stays weak amid Brexit caution

Devices aim to analyse sweat to produce snapshot of wearer’s health or fitness

Young customers are choosing app-based banks with no fees and easy saving options

Review: Charge 3 is slimmer and sleeker – but no built-in GPS

One of these presents may even help your baby to sleep

Tech tools: Updated Fitbit is less clunky, more water-resistant and longer-powered

Walkers, runners, riders and cyclists need to be seen or heard to be safe

Your business this week: Irish unemployment figures, BoE rates decision and Starbucks results

Beijing claims it had no choice but to retaliate to new levies announced by Trump