It’s not quite a coach and not quite an essential fitness tool, but Apple’s latest foray into the fitness tech world does want to be your “Workout Buddy.” The aptly named feature is powered by ...

Apple's AI trainer in watchOS 26 is promising in theory, but I’ve seen what an annoying, nagging coach looks like. Here’s how Workout Buddy can avoid that fate. I’m PCMag’s senior writer covering ...

Test Run: Can Apple's Workout Buddy Help You Hit Your New Year's Fitness Goals? Workout Buddy for the iPhone and Apple Watch is designed to spur you on while you're working out. I powered it up on my ...

I tested Apple's new WatchOS 26 feature and spoke with the team behind it. It's not a full-blown coach yet, but it hints at where Apple may be heading with its AI health strategy. Vanessa is a lead ...

I work out a lot, so I like to know how well I’m doing and how much progress I’m making over time. You would think that this would be a good case for artificial intelligence (AI) to step into the fray ...

I'm a Fitness & Nutrition writer for CNET who enjoys reviewing the latest fitness gadgets, testing out activewear and sneakers, as well as debunking wellness/fitness myths. In my free time I enjoy ...