Articles by Matt Evans, Fitness, Wellness, and Wearables Editor

Matt is TechRadar's expert on all things fitness, wellness and wearable tech. A former staffer at Men's Health, he holds a Master's Degree in journalism from Cardiff and has written for brands like Runner's World, Women's Health, Men's Fitness, LiveScience and Fit&Well on everything fitness tech, exercise, nutrition and mental wellbeing.

Matt's a keen runner, ex-kickboxer, not averse to the odd yoga flow, and insists everyone should stretch every morning. When he’s not training or writing about health and fitness, he can be found reading doorstop-thick fantasy books with lots of fictional maps in them.

Articles by: Matt Evans

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ICYMI: the week's biggest tech news, from iPhone 15 leaks to Netflix controversies

By Mark Wilson published 19 August 23

If you missed the week's biggest tech news, fear not – we've picked out all the best stories from the past seven days so you can fully recharge in minutes.

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Enjoyed Baldur's Gate 3? Here's how to get into Dungeons & Dragons

By Matt Evans published 18 August 23

How to get started in Dungeons and Dragons after cutting your teeth on Baldur’s Gate 3.

A new Garmin fitness device could launch soon alongside the Venu 3

By Matt Evans published 16 August 23

Garmin's new heart rate monitor will (probably) be called the HRM-FIT.

Garmin Fenix 7 and Epix owners are getting some Pro-exclusive features for free

By Matt Evans published 14 August 23

A bunch of new features are coming to Garmin Fenix and Epix watches, including former Pro exclusives.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and 6 Classic: Everything we know now Unpacked is over

By Matt Evans last updated 11 August 23

Updated The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and 6 Classic have arrived. Here's everything you need to know.

Four months on, my super-cheap Casio watch is still the best $15 I've ever spent

By Matt Evans published 11 August 23

I've been wearing a Casio F-91W for months, proving cheap doesn't always mean bad.

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Garmin's best smartwatch could get a successor soon – here's what to expect

By Mark Wilson published 9 August 23

Some new leaks suggest the Garmin Venu 3 series could land soon – and they could be the best Garmin watches for most people.

Garmin Epix Pro review: One of Garmin’s best watches just got even better

By Matt Evans published 8 August 23

Recommended

The Garmin Epix Pro’s outstanding Fenix base shines thanks to the Epix screen and new Pro-exclusive widgets.

Garmin could be cooking up workout earbuds of its own to take the fight to Apple's AirPods

By Matt Evans published 8 August 23

Garmin is buying an audio firm – and it makes me think that Garmin earbuds are finally on the way.

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I'm disappointed the slick-looking Fitbit app redesign prioritizes content over community

By Matt Evans published 5 August 23

The redesigned Fitbit app has placed Fitbit’s guided workouts front-and-center, and axed the old "community" tab.

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ICYMI: the week's biggest tech news, from Sonos Move 2 leaks to Nokia throwbacks

By Mark Wilson published 5 August 23

If you missed the week's biggest tech news, fear not – we've picked out all the best stories, including Sonos Move 2 leaks.

Baldur's Gate 3 best classes - what class should you choose?

By Matt Evans published 3 August 23

Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned D&D player, there’s a Baldur’s Gate 3 class for you. Here's our picks for the best classes in Baldur's Gate 3.

Apple Watch Series 9 leak says it's arriving in Barbie pink

By Matt Evans published 3 August 23

Apple Watch Series 9 leak reveals the watch is coming in familiar sizes – and a brand new color.

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The Apple Watch is quietly getting its biggest upgrade in years, according to leaks

By Matt Evans published 1 August 23

Sounds like the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Series 9 are getting a new chipset.

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MySpace turns 20: 5 things we still miss in the age of Twitter's meltdown

By Mark Wilson published 1 August 23

MySpace was launched exactly 20 years ago today – here are the main things we miss about the pre-Facebook beast of social networks.

I've worn the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 for 24 hours, and my worst fears have been confirmed

By Matt Evans published 30 July 23

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 failed to live up to one key promise within my first day of wearing it.

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Exclusive: Samsung explains why it dropped iOS support on the Galaxy Watch

By Axel Metz published 27 July 23

Samsung executive Junho Park has elaborated on the company’s decision to drop iOS support on the Galaxy Watch line.

I love the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6's new health features – but I can see an early problem

By Matt Evans published 26 July 23

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 line is packed with health tools, but that battery life is still touch and go.

The big unexpected health and fitness brand to watch out for? Pokémon

By Matt Evans published 23 July 23

Like Pokémon Go, Pokémon Sleep is using the giant franchise’s IP to gamify our health.

Content from my favorite wellness app will soon be free for Spotify subscribers

By Matt Evans published 17 July 23

Spotify is distributing some of Calm's meditation content via its Open Access platform.

I only pay for one wellness app every year, and I can’t live without it

By Matt Evans published 14 July 23

Calm is my meditation app of choice, one of my most-used apps overall, and the only app I pay for.

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Threads could do what Instagram couldn't – and cut through toxic fitness culture

By Matt Evans published 10 July 23

Instagram is full of toxic fitness content, but Threads could be a better place. Here’s how.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and 6 Classic are coming this month, according to a Google listing

By Matt Evans published 5 July 23

Yet more confirmation we're getting Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and 6 Classic at Unpacked, but no Pro.

Cowboy's new Dutch-style Cruiser e-bike will make you feel like you're cycling through Amsterdam

By Matt Evans published 4 July 23

Cowboy unveils the Cruiser, a Dutch-style electric bike that looks more comfy than ever.

Under Armour TriBase Reign 4 review: Truly excellent value cross-training shoes

By Matt Evans published 30 June 23

Review It might be last year’s shoe, but the price drop makes the Under Armour TriBase Reign 4 one of the best pairs of gym shoes for the money.

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