
Lee Bell
Lee Bell is a freelance journalist and copywriter specialising in all things technology, be it smart home innovation, fit-tech and grooming gadgets. From national newspapers to specialist-interest titles, Lee has written for some of the world’s most respected publications during his 15 years as a tech writer. Nowadays, he lives in Manchester, where - if he's not bashing at a keyboard - you'll probably find him doing yoga, building something out of wood or digging in the garden.
Latest articles by Lee Bell
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I’ve tried many heart rate monitors over the years, and only these 3 are worth the moneyYour smartwatch heart rate is good, but these are better
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I tested a lot of running compression socks and these 3 are worth your moneyThese socks prove that not all “tight socks” are the same
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Apple’s Health app could get major revamp in iOS 26.4 - with food tracking and an AI health coach rumouredA refreshed layout, meal logging and doctor-led videos are reportedly on the cards as Apple doubles down on health
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Amazon is turning Bee's wearable into a proactive 'second brain', not just an always-listening notepadThe ambient AI clip-on is getting new “actions” that can draft emails and create calendar invites, raising the usual privacy questions
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Reebok just dropped a running shoe designed for the treadmill crowdThe FloatZig Tread targets indoor traction and responsiveness - plus there’s a new max-cushion sibling for distance running
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Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring could soon be a reality - thanks to a clever new breath-testing gadgetA necklace-style glucose gadget is in trials, and it could be the stepping stone Apple’s been waiting for
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Adidas eyes Hyrox crowd with Dropset 4 functional training shoe - built for lifting, jumping and short runsA stability-heavy trainer that’s been tweaked for modern functional fitness, with more energy return underfoot than before
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Segway’s next-gen e-bikes aim to make cycling simpler and safer with anti-theft tech and smoother pedal assistThe all-new models promise fewer jolts, less lag and a more natural feel on the pedals
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Motorola teams up with Polar for its next budget smartwatch, and it costs less than a pub night out for twoThe new moto watch brings Polar-powered fitness tracking, recovery insights and up to 13 days of battery life
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Luna unveils fitness band to rival Whoop - and there's no monthly subscriptionThe Luna Band promises always-on health tracking and voice-led coaching, with a focus on useful insights not just charts
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Solos launches AirGo V2 smart glasses with upgraded 16MP camera, live video and multimodal AIThis $299 face wearable lets you ask questions about what you’re looking at, translate text and identify objects without pulling out your phone
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Merach unveils 'world's first' AI-powered treadmill that changes speed and incline based on your heart rateDebuting at CES 2026, the LLM-powered tread links up with Apple Watch and starts at $1,199.99
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Samsung is bringing dementia detection tools to future Galaxy wearablesUpcoming feature will track changes in speech, movement and daily routines to nudge users to seek medical advice sooner
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I had a new boiler installed for winter and it was so much easier than I expectedMy old combi was struggling so BOXT swapped it for a beefy new Worcester Bosch in just five hours
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Peloton Cross Training Bike+ review: the best exercise bike for those who can afford itHome fitness doesn’t get any better than this, but is it a worthy upgrade for existing Peloton users?
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Arlo Essential 3 2K Pan-Tilt Security Camera review: well priced camera with useful AI smartsThis budget-friendly pan-tilt camera promises wall-to-wall 2K coverage and clever AI alerts – but can it really give Ring a run for its money?
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Renpho Artemis LED Light Soft Mask review: affordable, comfortable and effective LED therapyThis affordable LED face mask packs more lights than pricier rivals and promises serious skin perks – but does it deliver?
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Moto Watch Fit review: A lightweight fitness tracker with built-in GPS at a smarter budgetA cheap-and-cheerful Apple Watch lookalike with week-long stamina and 100 sports modes
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Strava backs down on Garmin branding lawsuit - your rides and runs still sync, for nowStrava agrees to follow Garmin’s attribution rules so your uploads keep flowing, but the legal battle isn’t over
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Coros takes aim at Garmin with 'ultimate mountain sports watch', the Apex 4A titanium, sapphire-topped multisport watch boasting longer GPS life and snappier mapping
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Hyperice’s latest recovery gadget is a cordless compression wrap for sore hips and lower backsThe Normatec Elite Hips boasts clinic-style compression, a travel-friendly size, and four-hour battery life
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Strava teams up with Airbnb to turn weekends away into easy 'run-cations'Collab sees rural routes in the app, cosy stays sorted nearby, and there’s even a pastry at the end
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Nike reveals how it tests running shoe prototypes with athletes before launchThe world's biggest running brand lifts the lid on its Vomero Premium prototype routine - from taped-up test pairs to retail
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Brompton goes lighter and smarter with its next-gen e-bike rangeThe fresh T Line Electric boasts a super lightweight titanium frame and even learns how you ride
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