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Fitness trackers to track your steps that aren’t tied to Big Tech
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A pedometer suits you if you want something basic that counts steps. They’re versatile, so you can clip them to your belt or waistband instead of wearing them on your wrist. All pedometers do is count your steps, differentiating them from fitness trackers, which can monitor sleep, count calories and more.
Some fitness trackers can even tell when you’re stressed! A pedometer is perfect if you don’t need all the extra features of fitness trackers. Here are our top three picks.
1. You just can’t beat this price
This small yet mighty tool can help everyone, from children to seniors. It has a large digital display, so you don’t have to worry about squinting at a screen while walking or jogging. It comes with a removable clip along with a lanyard.
Plus, it accurately tracks your steps as you embark on your daily trek. It’s also simple to use. You don’t have to worry about app connectivity, Bluetooth dropping out or any other high-tech headaches.
NESKLA’s 3D pedometer for walking has a reset button to restart your step counter. It’s also lightweight and easy to carry. You could even clip it on your pants or belt if you needed.
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Combine that with its long battery life and you’re getting a ton of bang for your buck.
2. One of the best affordable pedometers comes from 3DFitBud
Simple and easy to use, this 3D pedometer is ready straight out of the package. It comes in eight colors, so you can customize it to match your workout gear. It also comes with a clip and lanyard for your convenience.
The 3DFitBud prioritizes simplicity while counting steps. Use it to view progress as you run towards your fitness goals. With its 3D Tri-Axis Sensor technology, it’s highly accurate. Even when you wear it in different positions, it keeps track of your movements.
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☠️ Windows update gone wild: Microsoft confirmed this week that updates since March have been crashing some Windows 11 devices with a terrifying 0x18B SECURE_KERNEL_ERROR. For those not versed in digital Hogwarts spells, that’s a full stop blue screen of death. And yes, it kicks in right after the update + restart combo. Oof.
⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Chrome user? Type chrome://restart in the address bar to refresh the browser with all tabs intact. Lovely.
⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Netflix buffering on Fire Stick? Hold the center and play/pause buttons together to restart it — like a mini reboot.
⚠️ Your browser is a big honkin’ target: Reading this on Chrome? Hackers are sending phishing links via email that infect your system with malware as soon as you click. A fix is coming soon, so restart your browser when you see the update icon near the URL bar. Sigh, just one more reason you need solid antivirus protection.
One of the worst phishing scams: It’s coming for Mac owners, with hackers trying to steal your Apple ID. While you’re browsing in Safari, a fake pop-up appears pretending to be a security alert. What makes it extra sneaky? The page you’re on actually freezes, making it feel like your computer’s locked up. If it happens, don’t click anything. Just restart your browser.
Better than holding down the power button: Windows PCs have a hidden emergency restart when nothing will respond. Hold down Ctrl and click the power icon in the Start menu. You’ll get a dramatic-looking message warning you’ll lose any unsaved data. Click OK to restart immediately.
♻️ Restart your phone: The National Security Agency says you should restart it once a week at the minimum. It sounds like a no-brainer, but it works to combat zero-click exploits where a hacker can get in simply by sending you the right code.
🆕 Sweet Windows 11 upgrade: A new optional update lets you pass files between your PC and Android phone faster and more easily using Microsoft’s Phone Link app. Bonus upgrade: Windows Narrator (the screen reader function) can scan more text. To update: Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates. Make sure you download KB5041587 and then Restart your PC.
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