HealthTech in news: Issue 08

Huawei leads wearables, Amazfit takes on WHOOP, and Garmin launches a new sleep monitor.

Tom Tomaszewski
June 30, 2025

Hi folks,

Here’s what you need to know this week:

Global wearable shipments shift: Huawei now leads the growing global wearable market, while Apple's shipments experienced a slight decline in Q1 2025. - Link
Amazfit launches Helio Strap, WHOOP band competitor: The new Helio Strap is designed to optimize training, recovery, and overall peak athletic performance. - Link
Samsung targets user longevity: The Galaxy Watch is adding advanced health features, aiming to give users new tools to monitor and improve longevity. - Link
Garmin's new sleep monitor: Garmin introduces the Index Sleep Monitor, a smart sleep band worn on the upper arm to improve your sleep quality. - Link

Youth embrace AI fitness: Younger generations are increasingly adopting AI-powered fitness apps for personalized workouts, nutrition tracking, and overall health and wellness guidance. - Link

Sleep loss and health: Insufficient sleep is increasingly linked to severe health problems, including a higher risk of heart failure and chronic obesity. - Link
Control your vagus nerve: Learn how to influence your vagus nerve to help you improve your mood, increase alertness, and boost brain plasticity. - Link

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