Matt Evans

Matt Evans

Senior Fitness & 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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What Strava buying Runna means for users of both fitness apps – according to their CEOs

By Matt Evans published

"We're keeping the two apps separate for the foreseeable": Strava and Runna CEOs tell us their acquisition won't be like Fitbit and Google

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The best running watch 2025: Top GPS watches for runners of every level

By Matt Evans last updated

Updated Pick the best running watch for you - with our guide to the best performance watches on the market right now.

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Ultim8 by Supermouth review: A well-designed sonic toothbrush with a slick UV SmartHub gimmick

By Matt Evans published

Ultim8 by Supermouth is a basic sonic toothbrush that relies on its compatible SmartHub to stand out.

OnePlus Watch 3

OnePlus Watch 3 review: The Android smartwatch of 2025 so far

By Matt Evans last updated

The OnePlus Watch 3 is too big for small wrists, but it offers a beautiful Wear OS experience.

Best waterproof headphones

The best waterproof headphones 2025: Listen in the pool and open water alike

By Matt Evans last updated

Buying Guide Listen to your favorite tunes as you swim with the best waterproof headphones and earbuds.

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Garmin Instinct 3's first update brings 8 new features – and sorry, that includes Garmin Connect+

By Matt Evans published

Garmin Instinct 3's first beta update gets the new Rucking activity, Passcode feature, and Garmin Connect+.

Nank Runner Diver2 Pro

Nank Runner Diver2 Pro review: One of the best sets of waterproof headphones available today

By Matt Evans published

Tested in the pool and on the road, the Nank Runner Diver2 Pro is a delight to use.

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5 fitness apps that can help you build muscle in the gym

By Matt Evans published

The best apps to help you lift weights, pack on size and add strength.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

3 Apple Watch features I want to see if the rumored visionOS-style interface is true

By Matt Evans published

The latest Apple Watch rumor is a Vision Pro-like interface and Apple Intelligence.

Polar Vantage V3

Hot on the heels of Garmin's controversial subscription plan, Polar's just unveiled its own

By Matt Evans published

The 'adaptive and personal' Fitness Program is a 'subscription-based addition' to the Polar ecosystem.

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The best electric bikes for 2025: Top e-bikes for commutes and leisure rides

By Matt Evans last updated

Updated Find the best electric bike for you, whatever your budget, experience level or terrain, we've got you covered.

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The best fitness trackers 2025: From Fitbit-style bands to smartwatches and more

By Matt Evans last updated

Buying Guide The best fitness trackers for every budget to help you measure your activity while looking at comfort, performance, and practicality

Garmin Fenix 8

Best swimming watch 2025: The best watches for pool & outdoor swims

By Matt Evans last updated

Updated The best swimming watches for beginners, experienced swimmers and triathletes.

Garmin Approach S70

The best golf watches 2025: top GPS watches for golf

By Matt Evans last updated

Buying Guide The best golf watches will help improve your swing, allow you to map your course, and improve your game.

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The best heart rate monitors 2025 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data

By Matt Evans last updated

Whether you're a runner, cyclist, or swimmer, we've found the best heart rate monitor to help you smash your goals this year.

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Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 could be on the way with a powerful solid-state battery upgrade

By Matt Evans published

A Samsung battery tech leak may just have given us a Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 release window.

Woman does yoga with Garmin vivioactive 6

Garmin Vivoactive 6 officially revealed, as Garmin attempts to regain its stride after heavy Connect+ criticism

By Matt Evans published

The Garmin Vivoactive 6 has been unveiled, with a smart wake alarm and Apple Watch-beating price point.

Garmin Enduro 3 review

Garmin Connect+ backlash – your emails, comments and opinions on Garmin's new premium subscription service

By Matt Evans last updated

Garmin has its users talking, but we want to know what you think

Garmin Fenix 8 vs Enduro 3 comparison

Garmin adds premium Garmin Connect+ tier with AI features – but promises your free experience ‘is not going away’

By Matt Evans published

Garmin’s Fitbit Premium-style tier system in Garmin Connect offers new AI features and improved LiveTrack.

Pebble watch Core Time 2

New watches, old tech: how Pebble is about to make a splash in a shrinking smartwatch pool

By Matt Evans published

The Core 2 Duo and Core Time 2 could end up making big waves in the smartwatch industry.

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I switched back to cheap wired headphones after years of working out with wireless: here are 3 things I loved (and 2 I didn't)

By Matt Evans published

I went back to using wired headphones in the gym and on runs – here are 5 things I learned.

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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from LG's excellent new OLED TV to our Assassin's Creed Shadow review

By Hamish Hector published

The week's 7 biggest tech stories from Lego, Ubisoft, Pebble, Google, LG and more for March 22, 2025.

Core Time 2 + iPhone 15 blue

'They're stopping our watches from being awesome.' Pebble founder takes the fight to the Apple over its walled ecosystem

By Matt Evans published

Can you use a Pebble watch with an iPhone? Not well, claims founder – but he wants change.

The key art for Fitness Boxing 3 Your Personal Trainer Nintendo Switch game

I’m an experienced kickboxer and I’ve spent 10 hours with Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer on Nintendo Switch - here’s my verdict

By Matt Evans published

Personality and accessibility abound in the addictive game of Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer, even if the controls need work.

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The best Fitbit 2025: Classic fitness trackers and the latest smartwatches

By Matt Evans last updated

Updated Find the best Fitbit to help you develop healthy habits, improve your workouts and provide great health metrics.

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