This article examines a new smart scale described as “built for GLP-1 users,” introduced during an event in a midtown gym. Drawing on insights from The Verge’s “Optimizer” column, it highlights the intersection of technology and wellness trends that promise significant lifestyle advantages.

At the annual CES trade show in Las Vegas, artificial intelligence once again stole the spotlight—this time, in consumer health gadgets promising everything from heart health insights to hormone tracking. Experts, however, remain cautious and question the devices’ claims and reliability.