Fitbit has confirmed the company’s next smartwatch will come with a software development kit (SDK) for developers, and users will be able to download apps from a dedicated store. Fitbit CEO, James Park, told The Verge that it would launch the smartwatch with a select few apps, before opening the SDK to all third-party developers. […]
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Morgan Stanley: Fitbit needs better software to survive
Fitbit needs to improve its software offerings if it wants to survive, according to a research note released on Monday by Morgan Stanley analysts Yuuji Anderson and Katy Huberty. The note suggests regular software upgrades, alongside support for third-party applications, would improve the longevity of Fitbit devices and keeps users coming back for the next […]
IoT-connected devices link nearly two-thirds of Americans
A new study shows Americans really dig Internet of Things (IoT) technology, with nearly two-thirds owning at least one IoT devices, according to a recent research report commissioned by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB). The study found that 62% of U.S. consumers own at least one IoT gizmo. The research was conducted by MARU/VCR&C which […]
Fitbit buys Pebble as wearables consolidation continues
Fitbit is reportedly buying the troubled Pebble smartwatch in further consolidation in the flagging wearables market. Full details and dollar value of the deal hasn’t yet been made public but the two firms, which were said to be in the final stages of a tie-up prior to Thanksgiving, have now reportedly inked a deal. And […]
IoT and startups: This space is glowing white hot
The Internet of Things paves the way for a whole new generation of devices, adding network connectivity to virtually everything and anything in industry, at home, and even on your person. This creates a world of opportunity for startups. Not only in developing new technologies to take advantage of this trend, but in finding unique […]
Pebble Rolls With A Circular Smartwatch
Meet the Pebble Time Round.
It’s Show Time For Pebble Time
Pebble’s latest smartwatch hits Best Buy.
Apple Has Finally Approved Pebble’s Apps
The smartwatch can now sync with iPhones.
Apple Is Keeping Pebble In App Store Limbo
After weeks of waiting, Pebble has appealed to backers for help.
Pebble CEO To Google And Apple: Keep Your Platforms Open
Hands across the water, apps across the sky.
Apple’s App Store Really Doesn’t Seem To Like Pebble Apps
Even though the company says it has nothing against them.
Apple May Be Lowering The Boom On Pebble Apps
It’s only one rejection, but maybe you shouldn’t expect Android Wear on iOS any time soon.
Pebble Smartstraps Are Coming—And Here’s What They Might Do
It’s still early, but modular smartstraps could vastly expand the uses for smartwatches.
Apple Just Threw Some Shade At Pebble And Watch App Developers
It’s all right there in Wired’s “inside look” at the Apple Watch.
How The Apple Watch Stacks Up To The Competition
Comparing Apples to Android’s oranges.
Beyond The Smartwatch: Pebble Unleashes The Smartstrap
Now you can hardware-hack the Pebble, too.
Pebble: It’s Time To Preview Our New App Development Tools
Developers, Pebble wants to help you get apps ready in Time with new SDK.
Hear From Pebble’s Eric Migicovsky At Wearable World Congress
Announcing our first keynote speaker.
Pebble Time Hits $1M On Kickstarter In Under An Hour
Rewriting Kickstarter history.
Meet The New Pebble Time—Though Getting One Will Take … Time
It’s got a color screen, voice and a new operating system.