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A mechanical-digital watch hybrid, Fitbit data used in court, and more: Quantified Self weekly links

Products

Kairos

As Chris Ziegler says at The Verge, this watch could dramatically close the gap between tech and fashion, if it actually delivers as promised. Ziegler also points out that a device combining a mechanical watch and a smartwatch would be hard for a company like Citizen or Seiko to pull off, "much less a startup". Still, it looks good and will be one to watch. You can pre-order now for delivery in "Winter 2014".

• Everykey: wristband to replace keys and passwords
  Kickstarter, not funded yet
• Goodwell: open source modern toothbrush
  Crowd Supply, funded
• Pillow Talk: wearable tech to connect long-distance couples

Software

Next Glass

Next Glass is a mobile app that helps you find wines and beers you'll like based on your tastes. You just scan the bottle and the app gives you a score out of 100 to show how much you'll like it. It's not available in Australia but if you're in the U.S. it's free to try.

• PiggyJar: pay up for deals or bets with friends
  iOS
• Change Collective: lifestyle courses
  iOS

News and articles

Fitness tracker data submitted as evidence for first time ever in personal injury lawsuit

The case involves a personal trainer who was injured in an accident four years ago, with information provided by her Fitbit device used to show that her activity and movement is significantly less than that of individuals of her age and profession.

Lawyers for the plaintiff – a young woman – said that data collected over several months will offer a far more comprehensive overview than the medical examinations usually referred to in similar case[s].

• Leveraging the quantified self movement for health research

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