Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are

Associated Press (AP)EN 7 min read 100% complete by By R.J. RICO and EMILIE MEGNIENJanuary 25, 2026 at 04:23 PM

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Millions of people use sleep-tracking devices to monitor their sleep patterns. While these devices have become more accurate, experts caution that they should not be considered definitive health measures. Sleep trackers can highlight trends in a user's sleep, but their limitations should be understood. Experts, such as Dr. Chantale Branson at the Morehouse School of Medicine, emphasize that these devices are tools for awareness, not replacements for professional medical evaluations. The article highlights the use of devices like Oura rings and Apple Watches for sleep tracking, showing their increasing popularity.

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