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Garmin's Instinct 3 series smartwatches are receiving beta v14.05

Garmin smartwatch users get new Morning Report-related feature in update

The Garmin Beta Version 14.05 update is now available for some of the brand's smartwatch users. It includes new features, including glances, a Morning Report-related tool and a Workout Execution score for users of the Instinct 3 series wearables.
Polly Allcock, 25 Mar 2026 12:58
The Oura Ring 5 is apparently being offered in a new color called "Deep Rose".

Leak reveals Oura Ring 5 with new sensors in six colors

The smart ring market leader Oura is apparently already preparing for the launch of the Oura Ring 5. An extensive leak now reveals the design of the ring and the accompanying charging case in advance, and shows a total of six variants of the Oura Ring 5.
Hannes Brecher, 23 Mar 2026 17:20
Timex and Beams are reissuing a classic original Camper wristwatch as a ring.

Beams Boy Ring Watch shrinks Timex Camper, improves fit through stretchable design

The classic Timex Camper wristwatch is reissued as a ring watch. The tiny, fully functional watch features a clever stainless steel band that stretches to fit fingers of different sizes.
Hannes Brecher, 23 Mar 2026 15:12
How I discovered my AirPods are killing my creative productivity

🎙️ OpinionHow I discovered my AirPods are killing my creative productivity

CheckMag I left my AirPods at home and I discovered they were killing my productivity. Now, I make an effort to stop listening to useless podcasts to fill up the silence.
Martin Filipov, 22 Mar 2026 20:15
Philips' The Buds have an 80s-inspired look.

Philips' new earbuds have a display on the charging case and a colorful design

Set to release in the second quarter, Philips' The Buds wireless earbuds have a pretty attractive design. They also come in a charging case with an integrated display.
Habeeb Onawole, 22 Mar 2026 14:57
Doctor coming out of a smartphone

The future is here - Perplexity AI wants to be your “AI doctor”; offers medical advice

The era of generic "Dr. Google" searches might be over. For the first time, Perplexity AI can analyze your actual bloodwork and heart rate to give personalized advice.
Martin Filipov, 22 Mar 2026 10:09
Philips The Ringo Duo on-ear headphones has an affordable price tag.

Philips' The Ringo retro on-ear headphones get a color refresh

Philips has announced a new color for its The Ringo on-ear headphones. The wireless headphones, which have a retro-design, will be available as part of the revived Philips Moving Sound collection.
Habeeb Onawole, 22 Mar 2026 08:08
The Oppo Watch X3 (pictured) will get a smaller-sized model.

Another leak confirms the existence of the Oppo Watch X3 Mini

The recently-launched Oppo Watch X3 has a 1.5-inch display, but that might be too big for some users. However, just like last year's Watch X2, there seems to be a smaller variant on the way.
Habeeb Onawole, 22 Mar 2026 00:54
Garmin’s Forerunner 970 smartwatch is receiving the v.16.37 update

New Garmin smartwatch update improves course planner

The Garmin software version 16.37 is now available for all users of five of the brand’s smartwatches. This stable release improves the course planning tool and addresses a couple of bugs which could cause the wearables to crash unexpectedly.
Polly Allcock, 20 Mar 2026 21:52
The Xiaomi Watch S5 comes pre-loaded with HyperOS 3.

Xiaomi releases new luxury smartwatch with 2,500 nit AMOLED and up to 21 days battery life

Xiaomi has now released a new luxurious-looking smartwatch. Available in its home market for now, the Xiaomi Watch S5 comes in mutliple styles, each with a 1.48-inch AMOLED display that delivers up to 2,500 nits peak brightness.
Alex Alderson, 19 Mar 2026 15:13
The Powerbeats Pro 2 - Nike Special Edition feature Beats and Nike's logos on each earbud.

Powerbeats Pro 2 gets a Nike edition for $249.99, but the standard version is down to $200

Beats and Nike have jointly announced a special edition of the Powerbeats Pro 2 with a custom finish for the earbuds and charging case. However, there's a deal on the standard colors on Amazon for those who wish to save some money.
Habeeb Onawole, 19 Mar 2026 14:35
The Fitbit personal health coach is being updated

Google announces new personal health coach features for Fitbit users

The Fitbit personal health coach is receiving several upgrades. Google has announced that this app-based feature, currently only available for some users, is gaining improved sleep tracking accuracy and the ability to link medical records.
Polly Allcock, 19 Mar 2026 12:31
A close up of the new colors on the B&W Pi8 and Px7 S3.

Bowers & Wilkins presents new color variants for the acclaimed Pi8 and Px7 S3 headphones

Bowers & Wilkins is adding new color options to its Pi8 earbuds and Px7 S3 headphones, including Dark Burgundy and Vintage Maroon. No hardware changes, with both models continuing at €429 in the premium audio segment.
Anubhav Sharma, 19 Mar 2026 09:00
The Luna Glass AR glasses enhance night vision for the visually impaired by projecting a brighter image of reality.

Luna Glass delivers night vision to the visually impaired

The waitlist is now open for Luna Glass, a pair of AR glasses for the visually impaired. It displays a brighter image of the surroundings in front of the wearer's eyes, enhancing the ability to see in the dark.
David Chien, 18 Mar 2026 20:52
Amazfit’s Helio Armband range

New Amazfit Helio Strap accessories now available

Amazfit’s Helio Strap has gained two new accessories in the US. The Helio Armband, designed to provide more accurate health data, recently arrived in two more colorways.
Polly Allcock, 18 Mar 2026 19:55
Amazfit smartwatch users can download new Mini Apps

Nine new Amazfit Mini Apps now available for smartwatch users

Amazfit smartwatch users can now download nine new Mini Apps. Announced by Zepp Health, these latest releases include a weight-lifting tool, a die roller and a voice tool for use with apps like Claude and Home Assistant.
Polly Allcock, 18 Mar 2026 19:47
Spigen's new AirPods Pro 3 accessory next to Apple's original Macintosh mouse.

Spigen's new release brings a classic Macintosh feel to Apple's latest AirPods earbuds

Spigen has released a new line of Classic LS accessories, including a MagSafe Wallet. Arguably, the most striking of the bunch is the company's AirPods Pro 3 case, which draws heavily on the design of Apple's classic Macintosh mouse.
Alex Alderson, 18 Mar 2026 19:02
Garmin is rumored to be releasing a new wearable in March 2026

New Garmin wearable set to launch in March 2026

Garmin is rumored to be releasing a new wearable in the near future. While some sources point to the launch of the leaked CIRQA Smart Band, it could alternatively be a new running smartwatch.
Polly Allcock, 18 Mar 2026 16:36
In-ear earbuds with rich sound and excellent ANC – Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 review

In-ear earbuds with rich sound and excellent ANC – Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 review

Huawei is launching its latest generation of premium in-ear headphones, with improvements across the board: rich sound with multiple drivers, powerful ANC, and spatial audio are just part of the package. Read our review to find out why the FreeBuds Pro 5 are so impressive.
Daniel Schmidt, 18 Mar 2026 14:54
The Xiaomi Watch S5 offers a luxury design with a digital crown and a single hardware button.

Xiaomi announces imminent launch for new luxury smartwatch

Xiaomi has announced when it will be launching its next luxury smartwatch. Featuring up to 21 days of battery life and eSIM functionality, the Xiaomi Watch S5 will arrive first in China with SU7 and YU7 EV integrations too.
Alex Alderson, 18 Mar 2026 13:20
Garmin’s Fenix 8 appears to be receiving a stable update

Multiple Garmin smartwatches now receiving unofficial stable update

Garmin appears to be rolling out a new stable update for several smartwatch models. Officially reported as a beta update, version 21.39 has also been reportedly received by Fenix 8 users who are not enrolled in the testing program.
Polly Allcock, 18 Mar 2026 12:17
The Oppo Watch X3 offers eSIM connectivity.

Oppo launches new high-end smartwatch with up to 16 days battery life

The Oppo Watch X3 is a new high-end smartwatch packing a bright LTPO OLED display and extended battery life. Available in three colours, the Watch X3 is compatible with Android and iOS devices too.
Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2026 14:58
Garmin’s Instinct 3 Alpine Rush Collection smartwatches

New limited edition Garmin smartwatches on the way

The Garmin Instinct 3 Alpine Rush Collection smartwatches will be released in the near future. These four recently revealed wearables are said to be limited edition, with features that include an LED flashlight and a metal-reinforced bezel.
Polly Allcock, 17 Mar 2026 13:38
The latest Amazfit smartwatch release was the Active 3 Premium

Nine new Amazfit wearables planned for 2026

More Amazfit smartwatches and wearables will be released in 2026. In a recent Zepp Health earnings call, a representative for the company estimated that there would be around nine new products launched before the end of the year.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 22:39
The Redmi Buds 8 Active is IP54 certified against dust and water.

Xiaomi releases new budget TWS earbuds with global launch incoming

Xiaomi has released a new pair of budget TWS earbuds. Already available across Europe, Xiaomi has indicated that the Redmi Buds 8 Active are due to receive a full global launch later this year too.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 19:19
Even the Venu X1 has missed out on Garmin's World Sleep Day 2026 watch faces.

Garmin attracts criticism from fans after limited watch face rollout

Garmin has just rolled out a new set of watch faces to celebrate World Sleep Day. The fact that high-end smartwatches like the Venu X1 and the Fenix 8 Solar are ineligible to receive these watch faces has already drawn criticism from multiple quarters.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 19:11
Garmin's latest Forerunner 970 update should improve workout options.

Multiple Garmin smartwatches get workout improvements with new update

Garmin is offering a new update to its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rather than a milestone update, the company has returned with multiple bug fixes and workout improvements for both the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 14:59
The Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED is now significantly cheaper in Europe than it has been previously.

Permanent price cut: High-end Garmin smartwatch with satellite and cellular connectivity now cheaper in more countries

Garmin has quietly cut the price of a high-end smartwatch in more markets. Equipped with satellite and cellular connectivity, the smartwatch is also the company's first to feature a MicroLED display too. The Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED still costs considerably more than its AMOLED counterpart, though.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 14:35
The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro earbuds will have a charging case with a display.

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro and Liberty 5 Pro Max to come with a dedicated AI chip, touch display, and recorder function

A leak has revealed the key specs and price of the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro and Liberty 5 Pro Max earbuds. The two pairs of earbuds will have an AI chip, a charging case with a touch display, among other features.
Habeeb Onawole, 15 Mar 2026 15:31
The Anker Soundcore Space 2 will have better battery life than the previous generation.

Anker Soundcore Space 2 headphones: Leak reveals upgraded battery life but a higher price tag

The Soundcore Space One headphones will be getting a successor soon. The affordable pair of headphones from Anker's audio brand will feature a new design, upgraded features, but a higher price tag.
Habeeb Onawole, 15 Mar 2026 11:52
Garmin smartwatch users get new options for data analysis

Talk to your Garmin data: New AI for smartphones connector nears launch

The Garmin Chat Connector could open up entirely new possibilities for analyzing data from the Garmin ecosystem - potentially even on smartphones. In principle, the system might offer a way to process large volumes of data independently of the manufacturer.
Silvio Werner, 15 Mar 2026 07:00
Garmin’s Fenix 8 smartwatch is receiving beta v.21.38

New Garmin smartwatch update improves user experience

The Garmin beta version 21.38 update is currently being pushed to users of multiple smartwatches. This latest release resolves several bugs which could cause wearables, including the Fenix 8, to crash.
Polly Allcock, 14 Mar 2026 18:57
Garmin’s vivoactive 6 smartwatch is receiving beta v16.28

Garmin smartwatch users get improved course planner in new beta update

Garmin has released a new beta update, version 16.37, for some of its smartwatches. The software is said to bring various bug fixes alongside improvements for the course planner tool to users of the Venu X1, Venu 4 and vivoactive 6.
Polly Allcock, 14 Mar 2026 15:59
The Casio M-Edition was inspired by the design of Leica M rangefinder cameras.

Casio M-Edition styled after Leica M cameras is now available

A classic Casio digital watch in the style of a Leica M rangefinder camera, the Casio M-Edition aims to win over watch and photography enthusiasts alike. The watch with red display illumination, metal case and leather strap is finally available again.
Hannes Brecher, 13 Mar 2026 19:19
Artistic render of Galaxy Watch Ultra's processor.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 may upgrade to 5G, matching Apple counterpart

A new leak has hinted at a network connectivity upgrade for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. The smartwatch is said to arrive in July alongside the new foldables, as well as the Galaxy Watch 9 series.
Vineet Washington, 13 Mar 2026 18:41
A close-up of the Xiaomi Watch S5.

Xiaomi reveals new luxury smartwatch with up to 21 days battery life

The Watch S5 is Xiaomi's latest smartwatch after launching the Watch 5 earlier this month with Wear OS. Showcased in multiple styles, the Watch S5 also boasts up to three weeks of battery life with a stainless steel design and upgraded health monitoring sensors, too. Xiaomi has teased when the Watch S5 will be available, too.
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2026 17:12
Garmin Connect has added two-way synchronisation with Peloton

Garmin Connect opens up slightly for improved workout management

The Garmin ecosystem now supports two-way synchronisation with another third-party service. This new feature streamlines workout management for consumers who use both Garmin and Peloton.
Silvio Werner, 13 Mar 2026 15:33
Rowatch 12: Low-cost smartwatch with an AMOLED screen

Bold claims: Rogbid Rowatch 12 promises ECG and blood pressure monitoring at budget price

Rogbid has introduced a new smartwatch that promises an extensive feature set and a rugged design at an affordable price. It also offers multiple exercise modes and an electrocardiogram function, though the latter comes with certain limitations.
Silvio Werner, 13 Mar 2026 11:09
Three new Amazfit smartwatch Mini Apps have arrived

Amazfit smartwatch users can now download three new Mini Apps

Three new Zepp Mini Apps for Amazfit smartwatches have arrived. This wave of releases includes a remote camera controller and a weather related app. Plus, an older authenticator app has also been refreshed.
Polly Allcock, 13 Mar 2026 00:43
The Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 Green has a liquid metal casing and sapphire glass-covered dial.

Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 in green arrives with a limited-time discount in select regions

The new green version of the Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 is now available to buy in select markets in Europe. Huawei is offering buyers a discount on the premium watch in select markets. Buyers can also save money when they purchase it alongside other products.
Habeeb Onawole, 12 Mar 2026 23:34
The Oppo Watch X2 Mini adopts a 43 mm case size with a 1.32-inch AMOLED display.

New compact Oppo smartwatch rumoured with global launch featuring Wear OS likely

Oppo released the Watch X2 Mini globally last year running Wear OS. Offered as a cheaper alternative to the Watch X2, the Watch X2 Mini is set to be replaced with a more compact alternative to the Watch X3, according to new rumours.
Alex Alderson, 12 Mar 2026 19:14
The ROG Cetra Open Wireless comes in a single black colourway.

Asus releases new open-ear wireless earbuds globally with RGB lighting

Asus has started selling a new pair of open-ear wireless earbuds globally. Featuring RGB lighting and IPX5 water resistance, the Asus ROG Cetra Open Wireless also offers 2.4 GHz wireless audio transmission, unlike its peers.
Alex Alderson, 12 Mar 2026 15:05
Amazfit’s Falcon 2 smartwatch is expected to build on the original

New Amazfit smartwatch: Falcon 2 could be on the way

Amazfit’s Falcon 2 smartwatch seems to be in development. This previously rumored wearable was recently spotted in the code behind a recent Zepp app update.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2026 16:23
Amazfit’s Active Max is receiving v.3.4.0.3

Amazfit smartwatches get new app and activities in new update

A recently released Amazfit smartwatch is receiving software version 3.4.0.3. This update for the Active Max brings a new app, two activities and a range of optimizations to the wearable.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2026 16:14
Unbeatable value for money among over-ear headphones – CMF Headphone Pro review

Unbeatable value for money among over-ear headphones – CMF Headphone Pro review

Solid plastic. The CMF Headphones Pro are aimed at budget-conscious users and impressed in our test with a very well-rounded overall package, including high-resolution audio, ANC, and long battery life. Read on to find out what surprises these headphones have in store.
Daniel Schmidt, 11 Mar 2026 14:28
Garmin’s vivosmart 5 is receiving software version 3.32

New Garmin wearable update fixes heart rate related problem

Garmin software version 3.32 is rolling out to users of one of the brand’s wearables. The update tackles a problem linked to the vivosmart 5’s heart rate functionality.
Polly Allcock, 11 Mar 2026 12:11
Gamrin is firmly in bug fixing territory with the Quatix 7 and its peers.

Multiple Garmin smartwatches get improved Music experience with latest update

Garmin has issued a new software update for many of its older high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update focuses on resolving outstanding bugs again rather than adding any new features.
Alex Alderson, 10 Mar 2026 14:40
Garmin's latest Tactix 8 beta update is a strange one.

New Garmin smartwatch update release leaves community confused

Garmin is rolling out another update for multiple high-end smartwatches. While the company cites over half a dozen changes in its changelog, Beta Program participants have noticed a crucial issue with Garmin's new beta software.
Alex Alderson, 10 Mar 2026 14:32
Garmin’s Descent Mk3i is receiving an update

Garmin: New update fixes map-related bug for wearables

A new Garmin update, system software 25.14, is rolling out to one of the brand’s wearables. It tackles a range of bugs, including one linked to a map feature.
Polly Allcock, 09 Mar 2026 22:45
Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses pictured.

Samsung AI glasses to launch this year but lack a key feature

Samsung has been working on AI glasses for a while now and there have been some leaks about the specifications, but now the EVP of the company’s mobile business has shared some information. The glasses will have a camera and the data processing will be handled on the connected smartphone.
Vineet Washington, 09 Mar 2026 17:31

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