Wearable

A leaked image just revealed the G-Shock GBM-2100CX-9A, Casio’s upcoming Lunar New Year model themed after the Year of the Horse. The gold-engraved bezel, red accents, and solar-Bluetooth features make it a premium zodiac edition watch.

The Suunto Race 2 and Suunto Vertical 2 smartwatches are now receiving software version 2.48.16. The release brings several new features to the wearables, including advanced running dynamics and an extra notification. Plus, the company states that it has improved the morning report and fixed a battery drain issue.

Garmin is preparing to offer a new stable update to its Instinct E, Instinct 3 and Instinct Crossover smartwatches. In the meantime, the company is now offering Beta Version 12.18 on its Beta Program with a crucial fix for those who use the company's inReach devices.

Suunto has launched the Nautic and Nautic S globally. Both diving-focused devices, the Nautic and Nautic S take the shape of a dive computer and a diving smartwatch, respectively. Both equipped with AMOLED displays, the pair also boast excellent battery life to boot.

Hanhart has officially unveiled the new 417 ES Mocha Flyback Date watch globally. Made in collaboration with the Porsche Fahrer magazine, the Mocha Flyback comes with a 42 mm stainless steel case, a deep mocha brown dial, and a hand-wound Sellita AMT5100 movement with 58 hours of power reserve.

Casio’s latest G-Shock watch stands and collector display case have quietly appeared on the company’s U.S. website, hinting at an imminent stateside launch. Designed for serious collectors, the modular and portable stands bring a premium display experience to G-Shock enthusiasts.

Rogbid's new SR16 Smart Ring has a titanium shell, full-display touch controls, heart rate and SpO₂ tracking, gesture support, and up to 30 days of standby. It is priced at $79.99, and rivals premium models from Oura and Ultrahuman.

A new Garmin update, system software 4.05, is currently rolling out to one of the brand’s wearables. This release adds new apps, support for Garmin Share and the ability to flip the device’s screen. The company has also improved certain alerts and tackled a range of bugs experienced by Descent X50i users.

Garmin has issued a new update for one of its wearables, system software version 2.07. This stable release brings three new technical data fields to the model, as well as improvements linked to its depth sensor and log. Plus, Garmin has resolved a passcode-related issue for the Descent X30.

The unreleased Casio G-Shock Frogman GW-8200TPF-1 watch, inspired by the poison dart frog, has been shown in a hands-on image. This provides further confirmation of the watch’s design, with a striking black and neon yellow/green pattern. Scheduled for release before the end of 2025, this model is expected to offer a diving log and Tough Solar charging.

Casio has officialy launched the GM-2110D full metal G-Shock watches in the US, with a stainless-steel case and band. Priced at $330, the models are already selling out fast, with full shock resistance, 200m water protection, and advanced analog-digital features.

Garmin has started rolling out a new update for many of its older mid-range smartwatches. While concerns about recent battery life drain persist across its forums, Garmin has sought to resolve other outstanding bugs for the moment instead.

The Fitbit Hypertension Study Lab, a research study linked to high blood pressure, has been announced. Google is currently looking for a limited number of users of one of its smartwatches to take part in the experiment. It appears to be designed to gather data for a possible future feature which could spot early signs of hypertension.

Garmin users have expressed their frustration at the removal of a smartwatch shortcut. The sleep mode shortcut was recently withdrawn for many users in stable updates for the Fenix 8, Forerunner 570 and related smartwatches. While Garmin states that this was intentional and suggests a workaround, many customers are unhappy with this change.

Fitbit has added a new feature, Unusual trends, to Fitbit Labs. This experimental tool is currently available for some users of the brand’s wearables, or Google Pixel watches, to test. According to the company, it uses a range of data points to spot abnormalities which could indicate physical or emotional stress.

The Rollme VivaView smart glasses boast impressive specs for their price. They've got an 8MP Sony camera that can record 1200p footage, dual microphones with noise reduction, and a bunch of AI-powered tricks such as real-time translations and object recognition, along with a hands-free voice assistant.

Garmin has delivered a fresh update for many of its mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out globally, Software Version 26.08 brings plenty of improvements to the table, including one that refines multisport activities with new lap key functionality for multiple models.

Casio's positive-display GBD-200 watches have just been confirmed for a UK release, post their recent arrival in EU markets like the Netherlands and France. They are expected to mirror the €149 price tag in other regions.

Dnsys and Kojima Productions have unveiled the limited-edition Z1 Exoskeleton Pro, inspired by Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Launching December 2, 2025, this AI-controlled knee exoskeleton powers users across rough terrains with 900-watt motors.

The Garmin Connect+ subscription will gain new features, according to one of the company’s executives. In a recent earnings call, the CEO answered various questions relating to the premium plan, which launched earlier in 2025. Plus, the company confirmed that it would continue to develop the free version of its app for all users.

A European retailer seems to have leaked the pricing of the upcoming Casio x Stranger Things Collaboration watches in this market. The DW-5600STT-1 and AQ-800EST-1A watches were officially unveiled in early November 2025. The products were available to pre-order for a short time at the retailer, though this is not currently an option. 

Coros has now updated its Pace smartwatch series with a fourth-generation model. Available for a $20 surcharge on the outgoing Pace 3, the Pace 4 features numerous upgrades including longer battery life and a new AMOLED display.

Awake has unveiled three new timepieces in its Son Mai Fragments collection. This new trio of watches is built on Awake’s compact platform with the La Joux-Perre movement. The new Fragments watches come with a recycled 316L stainless steel 39 mm case and 50 meters of water resistance.

A recent report suggests that Garmin is enhancing the Connect app. There are said to be changes for the Body Battery feature, with new insights and contextual feedback. On top of this, there is enhanced guidance linked to the new Health Status glance as well as sleep tracking.

A Garmin feature which was previously only available to Connect+ subscribers appears to be available for more smartwatch users. The subscription service launched earlier in 2025, with a series of new tools locked behind this paywall. Now, a report suggests that a LiveTrack-related feature is now available for some other users.

Casio G‑Shock UK and Bamford just teased a new collab with a Bamford‑blue "G," which means an imminent reveal is very likely. With the 2020 5610 and 2022 DW‑6900 selling out fast, we can expect the signature blue detailing to return and availability to be tight.​

According to a new report, Garmin has developed an alternative to Apple and Samsung's digital crown solutions. Aided by a crown guard, this new technology would rely upon a Hall effect sensor to maximise accuracy without compromising on durability. Apparently, the new digital crown will not be debuting under the Fenix series, though.

Casio's Pro Trek line turns 30 with two new commemorative models - now seen in first IRL shots: analog‑digital PRW‑61ANS‑3 and digital PRG‑340ANS‑3, both forest‑green with gold accents, bio‑resin builds, Triple Sensor, and Tough Solar.

The Casio AE-1600H-1AV watch is now available for under $30 on Amazon, a massive 40% discount. The digital watch boasts a durable resin construction and features 10 years of battery life, dual time, alarms, and 10 bar (100 m) water resistance.

The Garmin software version 15.16 update is now available for two of the brand's smartwatches. The stable release adds the Health Glance, app-level notification controls and other new features. Plus, the company has also tackled a battery drain issue for users of the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches.

Garmin has offered up a new round of updates for many of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out globally, Beta Version 12.17 introduces two new features for compatible smartwatches while also resolving a possible battery drain issue when using CIQ watch faces.

Origami‑themed Casio G‑Shocks have already landed in Japan, and new IRL photos showcase their crisp stitch‑print graphics, crane backlights/casebacks, and themed folded‑paper boxes on DW‑5600RGM‑1 (black) and DW‑6900RGM‑5 (white). Both of these are priced at ¥19,800 (~$129) each.

We now have our first IRL look at the new Casio GST‑B1000 in real‑world shots, with a slim, full‑metal frame and an octagon‑leaning bezel, crisp brushing, tighter bracelet links, and a textured analog dial in black/blue/green.

Garmin’s recently unveiled Lifestyle Logging tool is becoming partially automated. The Connect app-based tool can be used to track your daily habits, like your exercise, journaling and caffeine consumption. Some smartwatch users have reported that they can already find this setting, though it is unclear when it will be available for everyone.

Casio has launched the new LTP1234PGC-7A watch in the US. This analog watch has a metal casing and strap, with a similar design to a Cartier model. While it also looks like another older LTP-1234 series timepiece, there are a couple of subtle differences between the two products.

Insta360 has updated its popular X5 action camera again after its Satin White refresh over the summer. While the new variant retains the same hardware as the original Insta360 X5, it contains a few features that the standard Insta360 X5 lacks.

A new update has arrived for three Garmin smartwatches: software version 15.16. This stable update brings the new Health Glance feature to users of these wearables, alongside other improvements and bug fixes. Plus, the Venu 4, Venu X1 and vivoactive 6 also get upgraded translations with this release.

Casio’s long-teased G-Shock “Nano” ring watch has officially hit the market, and fans didn’t waste time snapping it up; the black DWN-5600-1 sold out in a day. The watchmaker has not announced any release date for the rest of Europe and the US.

A new Garmin feature, the Garmin Connect Rundown, appears to have leaked. Rumors suggest that this annual report will provide users with an informative and entertaining review of their workout and health statistics for the year. It should be available for all users, though the release date is unknown.

Garmin discussed the future of its smartwatches and also announced some pretty significant changes. For instance, the wearable maker plans to continue pursuing MicroLED technology and expects advancements in energy efficiency.

Rogbid's Titan V debuts at $39.99 (only 200 units). It's a rugged 1.75-inch metal 5ATM smartwatch with a flashlight and 800 mAh/75-day standby, but info regarding key specs like GPS, NFC and OS is unclear.

A new Huawei smartwatch update, firmware version 5.0.0.28 (C00M05), is rolling out globally. The update brings a new shortcut to access a selected workout, with a similar tool to quickly access the payment app available for some users. Plus, the company indicates that it has made two further optimizations to the Watch Fit 3 with this release.

Huawei has lifted the lid on its next pair of wireless earbuds. Looking to surpass the Apple AirPods Pro 3, the FreeBuds Pro 5 should deliver extended battery life and improved audio quality thanks to Huawei's NearLink Audio technology.

Casio is teaming up with Netflix once again for a new Stranger Things collaboration. The limited-edition G-Shock DW-5600STT-1JR draws inspiration from the show’s eerie “Upside Down” world, complete with vine motifs, red backlight, and references to Eleven. It launches in Japan this December, just in time for the series’ final season.

The Casio G-Shock GMW-BZ5000D-1, GMW-BZ5000BD-1, and GMW-BZ5000GD-1 watches are launching soon in the UK. New product pages confirm the pricing in this market, with the GMW-BZ5000D-1 arriving with a lower-than-expected RRP. Features of these Full Metal watches include radio control, Bluetooth connectivity and a customizable MIP LCD screen.

The Casio Vintage AQ240E-3A and AQ240E-7A watches are now available in the US. The brand describes its new hybrid model as having a “retro-modern” design, with a sun-ray finish on the dial and a stainless steel strap. It supports dual time zones and also offers a stopwatch and an alarm.

Casio’s new AQ‑800EST‑1A has been officially launched as a Stranger Things S5 tie‑in. It features a vine‑pattern dial, engraved caseback and '001' stamped on the clasp. The collab watch is slated for a December launch.

Grand Seiko debuts 39.5 mm Elegance GMTs: SBGM255 "Snowdrop" (white) and SBGM257 "Moondrop" (navy), steel on leather with 9S66 automatic, 72‑hour reserve, sapphire exhibition back, shipping in December at £4,550 (~$5,953) globally.

Grand Seiko launches two 37 mm Heritage quartz watches for Dec 2025: titanium SBGX357 Skyflake with light-blue snow dial, and stainless-steel SBGX265 with blue sunray dial. Both use 9F62 movement (±10 s/yr), with 10 bar of water resistance.