Dan Bracaglia
Dan Bracaglia is the Tom’s Guide editorial lead for all things smartwatches, fitness trackers and outdoor gear. With 15 years of experience as a consumer technology journalist testing everything from Apple Watches to instant cameras, Dan is deeply passionate about helping readers save money and make informed purchasing decisions. In 2024 so far, Dan’s tested dozens of wearables, including the latest devices from Apple, Google, Garmin, Fitbit and Samsung.
An avid outdoor adventurer, Dan is based in the U.S. Pacific Northwest where he takes advantage of the beautiful surroundings every chance he gets. A lover of kayaking, hiking, swimming, biking, snowboarding and more, he also makes every effort to combine his day job with his passions. When not assessing the GPS and heart rate accuracy of the latest Fitbit, you can find him photographing Seattle’s vibrant underground music community.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
The Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4 just got a massive free software upgrade — here’s what it unlocks
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Fitbit’s latest firmware update unlocks new features, improves tracking accuracy, and provides more sports profiles.
15 REI summer sale deals I’d buy right now starting at $7
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Take as much as 53% off my favorite outdoor gear and apparel during REI’s summer sale.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 review: impressive AI health tracking in an affordable smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is a modest upgrade over its predecessor, but the new AI-powered insights turn this wearable into a great fitness and wellbeing watch.
I biked 9 miles with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs. Garmin Forerunner 165 — this one won
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Galaxy Watch 7 and Forerunner 165 are both new for 2024. Here's how their fitness-tracking chops compare.
Hurry! Prime Day 2024 is over but 5 of my favorite Garmin smartwatches are still reduced
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar, Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 955 are all marked down.
These last-chance Prime Day Fitbit deals slash up to $80 on my 5 favorite fitness trackers — but time's ticking
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Fitbit makes some of the greatest fitness trackers on the market. Here's how to score one for well under retail while the deals still last.
I review smartwatches for a living — these are the 9 best Prime Day deals on Apple, Fitbit, Garmin and Samsung
By Dan Bracaglia published
Whether you want a full-blown smartwatch or something more fitness-focused there are still Prime deals to be had.
Oura Ring Prime Day deal — save big on the Oura Ring 3 before it’s too late
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Oura Ring is rarely on sale, but for Prime Day, you can save 19% off the third-generation smart ring.
Prime Day Asics sneaker deals — 7 running shoes I’d buy at up to 57% off
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Asics makes some of the highest-performing running shoes on the market and tons of cool, comfy styles are on sale for Prime Day.
Amazon Prime Day New Balance deals — 9 sneaker and apparel deals I’d buy right now at up to 55% off
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
New Balance sneakers and apparel are deeply discounted for Amazon Prime Day, including men’s and women’s options.
Run, don’t walk! My favorite Fitbit is $60 off for Prime Day
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Fitbit Charge 6 is not only one of the best fitness trackers for most people, it's also my go-to device.
watchOS 11 public beta — I tried the new Apple Watch Vitals health app, here’s how it works and first impressions
By Dan Bracaglia published
I fired up the new Vitals app available on the watchOS 11 public beta. Here’s how it works and what it can tell you about your health.
What can you get under $100 on Prime Day? Here’s what’s on our wish list
By Alex Wawro last updated
You can get a lot for a little
Forget Prime Day deals — 7 great buys from Lululemon’s ‘We Made Too Much’ section
By Dan Bracaglia published
Amazon isn’t the only place you’ll find epic savings on high-end workout apparel.
Sorry, iPhone users — the new Samsung Galaxy Ring is Android-only
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Apple isn't the only brand with an exclusive walled garden.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: Price, specs, features, and more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Samsung’s first tough-built, super-premium Galaxy smartwatch takes direct aim at the Apple Watch Ultra series in more than one way.
Samsung Galaxy Ring: Everything we know about the new smart ring
By Dan Bracaglia, Mike Prospero last updated
Samsung's new smart ring makes it debut at Unpacked. Here's everything we know so far.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs. Galaxy Watch Ultra: Biggest differences explained
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is more than twice the price of the standard Galaxy Watch 7. Here's why.
Galaxy Watch Ultra joins Samsung’s lineup as a rugged Galaxy Watch 7 alternative
By Dan Bracaglia published
Samsung’s new wearables feature new AI-backed wellness and fitness tracking tools, faster processing, more storage and better power efficiency.
5 reasons I want a Yeti Cooler — and why they’re worth the hype
By Dan Bracaglia published
Yeti Coolers may be a bougie Millenial status symbol, but they can also survive a grizzly bear attack, which is just one reason why I want one.
Samsung Galaxy Ring pricing — all the rumors ahead of Unpacked
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
How much will the Samsung Galaxy Ring cost? And will there be subscription pricing? Here's everything we know ahead of the smart ring's official debut.
DJI's new premium ebike looks great — but is it just a distraction from the US drone sales ban?
By Dan Bracaglia published
DJI’s first electric mountain bike will cost thousands of dollars and feature an all-new drive system.
7 L.L. Bean summer apparel deals I’d buy right now, including 20% off my favorite packable jacket
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Save up to 50% off my favorite L.L. Bean apparel, including rain jackets and sun-blocking t-shirts.
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