Smartwatch

Amazfit has just unleashed a new smartwatch on a new market. The wearable boasts a display backed to stay on for up to 10 days of battery life despite its upgraded max brightness level. The second-gen Active is available in India as either a Standard version with a silicone band or a Premium edition with a "sapphire glass" crystal and a leather band.

The Garmin Fenix 8 Solar smartwatch appears to share some technology with its predecessor. A recent teardown of the wearable, which was launched in 2024, revealed that several chips are the same as those used in the Fenix 7X. However, it also shows the latest GNSS chip and other upgrades like the microphone and speaker.

Casio has announced its latest G-Shock watch, the MR-G Frogman MRG-BF1000RG, taking color and design inspiration from the Goliath frog. The titanium watch features solar charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and dive time tracking features for divers.

The Garmin beta version 14.06 update is now rolling out to some users. The release notes state that users of the Venu 3, Venu 3s and vivoactive 5 smartwatches gain improvements to the new passcode feature. Plus, there are bug fixes for issues linked to some watch faces and workouts.

Xiaomi touts the Redmi Watch Move as a new smartwatch with the brightest AMOLED display and most accurate heart-rate sensor for its price on the Indian market, which comes in at just under $25 at the time of writing. The new wearable has a physical crown to go with its HyperOS UI, and boasts up to 14 days of use per charge. The Watch Move boasts "Advanced" fitness tracking and waterproofing with 140+ work-out modes and an IP68 rating respectively.

A leak has revealed that a new pair of Motorola-branded earbuds and smartwatch are on the way. The earbuds will have an open-ear design and a jewelry-like finish while the smartwatch will have a square dial.

The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar, and Instinct E smartwatches are currently receiving beta version 9.09. This update arrives a few days after its predecessor, bringing two bug fixes to these newer wearables. According to the change log, they tackle problems related to activities.

Garmin is not waiting around with its latest development cycle. Having recently pushed a beta update to the Fenix 8, Tactix 8 and others with nearly 20 changes from a prior build, the company has not started rolling out a fresh update that brings even more bug fixes and new features to the party.

The Flash Pro Ultra is Chargeasap's first OLED-screen power bank to be rated for up to 275 watts (W) of output, mostly via super-fast USB ports. Its Kickstarter campaign has now come to an end, but not before accruing six figures' worth of funding. It is still available to back at early bird prices on another platform for a limited time.

It seems that Garmin has a few new smartwatches waiting in the wings. While the company has not officially acknowledged as much yet, it has been caught showing the Instinct 3 Tactical with an AMOLED display in a recent Tactix 8-related press release.

The recently launched Amazfit Bip 6 smartwatch is receiving a new update, software version 3.0.8.3. While the release notes do not reveal many details, it has been confirmed on social media that the update tackles an issue that caused the wearable to reboot unexpectedly.

Asus has revealed the first wearable to offer fingertip-based blood pressure and ECG measurements. Also sporting the Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) standard, the Asus VivoWatch 6 Aero packs an AMOLED display, built-in GPS and up to a week's battery life inside a compact 27 g housing.

The Amazlete Feedback Network 2.0 has been announced for Amazfit smartwatch users. The company is looking for a wide range of customers to help it to test unreleased products and services. Applicants are asked to complete a relatively short form, providing various details about their background.

The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar, and Instinct E smartwatches are receiving their first beta update. Software version 9.07 is being pushed over the air to eligible users, bringing new features and bug fixes. These include support for a passcode, Breathing Variations and a new Rucking activity.

Garmin recently announced the Vivoactive 6 smartwatch, but if you don't care for the latest model, then the previous generation is still worth picking up. Now available for $100 less on Amazon, the Vivoactive 5 is a capable smartwatch with long battery life for tracking health and fitness.

The Garmin Forerunner 165 smartwatch is receiving a new stable update. The Software Version 22.26 Hotfix is now available for all users, resolving a recently reported issue which caused the wearable's display to be unreadable. Plus, those who are signed up for the beta program will also get this bug fix in a different update.

Garmin has provided a fresh preview of what is to come for the Fenix 8, Fenix E, Enduro 3 and Tactix 8. While Beta Version 15.22 contains almost two dozen changes itself, the next stable update will bring over 100 new features, bug fixes and improvements to the same four smartwatches.

The next manufacturer of smartwatches and fitness-focused accessories is introducing a paid subscription with customized fitness programs. This should help users of Polar wearables to improve their long-term progress and performance.

OnePlus Watch 3 has seen a price hike so those looking for a cheaper alternative might have something to look forward to. The Oppo Watch X2 Mini is said to be rebranded as the OnePlus Watch 3 Mini and launched globally.

Garmin's beta version 14.05 update is on the way to some of the brand’s smartwatch users. According to the change log, it tackles issues linked to Morning Report and the Garmin Coach glance. The forum post indicates that this beta update can now be downloaded by Venu 3, Venu 3s and vivoactive 5 smartwatch users.

The launch of the Pixel Watch 4 is likely at least a few months away at the earliest. Nonetheless, early evidence suggests that Google's next smartwatch release will be noticeably thicker than those it currently sells.

Garmin has released a new set of updates to its recent Forerunner smartwatches on its Beta Program. Previewed ahead of a future stable rollout, the updates for the Forerunner 165, Forerunner 255, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965 differ in certain areas while containing almost a dozen bug fixes apiece.

After a postponement due to a typographical error, the OnePlus Watch 3 is now available to buy. However, while those in Europe and the UK can get it for even less than its launch price along with a free gift, those in the US will have to pay about 50% more.

The Vivo Watch 5 is still about a fortnight away from being officially released. In the meantime, Vivo has confirmed that its new smartwatch will deliver nearly 40% better battery life than the Watch 3 and significantly longer runtimes than rivals like the Xiaomi Watch S3.

The Watch X2 Mini is Oppo's latest crack at creating a compact but stylish smartwatch. Available solely in a 43 mm case size, the Oppo Watch X2 Mini packs a comparatively large 354 mAh battery and a 1,000 nit AMOLED display.

Amazfit appears to have delayed the European launch of the Active 2 Premium smartwatch. Reports indicate that the company has unofficially pushed back the release date by several weeks, causing frustration for potential customers. Features of the Premium smartwatch include upgraded materials and NFC payments. 

The Garmin Fenix 7 smartwatches are receiving a new beta update. Version 21.06 is said to bring a sleep-related improvement, as well as other UI enhancements. However, this release does not appear to flag a rebooting issue that has recently been flagged by several users.

An update is rolling out to the Amazfit T-Rex Ultra smartwatch. Version 9.6.1.2 is said to bring a running-related improvement and addresses a sleep data syncing issue. Plus, it appears that this wearable is also gaining Zepp Flow 1.7.0, though Zepp Health has yet to officially announce this release.

The Xiaomi Redmi Watch Move’s launch date has been announced. In a post on social media, the company confirmed that the smartwatch would be released in India in the near future. Plus, some features of the wearable, such as its relatively bright AMOLED display, have recently been leaked.

A new version of Zepp Flow has arrived for the Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch. Zepp Flow 1.8.0 brings improvements to the notifications assistant, including the ability to summarize long messages. Plus, you can now use voice commands for more controls during workouts or to start a HYROX activity.

Garmin is rolling out the beta version 21.05 update for the Fenix 7, Epix 2, Enduro 2 and other related smartwatches. This release brings a range of bug fixes to these wearables, tackling issues with workout schedules and maps. However, users have since flagged another problem with Garmin Coach.

Garmin has introduced a new update to its current flagship smartwatches enrolled on its Beta Program. Arriving hot on the heels of last week's release, Beta Version 15.19 fixes yet more bugs for the Enduro 3, Fenix E and Fenix 8 while adding a new feature for the Tactix 8 too.

A new deal makes the CMF Watch Pro the cheapest it has ever been on Amazon. It is a decent entry-level smartwatch for people on a tight budget, and it works with both Android phones and iPhones.

It looks as though Samsung will be returning with a fleet of new high-end smartwatches later this year. Early evidence points to the company having created two sizes of the Galaxy Watch 8 with optional LTE connectivity and larger batteries than current models. A possible Galaxy Watch 8 Classic or Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 appears set to release this year too.

Garmin has offered up a significant new update for current high-end smartwatches. Available to download now globally across the Fenix 8 and other associated models, the update stretches to over a dozen changes with several improvements aimed at Garmin's Maps app.

Zepp Health has started to roll out Zepp OS 4.5 for the Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch. This new update brings improvements to the map, as well as a new Trail Running metric. On top of this, the Readiness algorithm has been enhanced, and there is another change for HYROX race.

Chargeasap asserts that its latest power bank can charge three MacBooks at once thanks to its new max output of 275 watts (W). The 25,000mAh accessory has dual OLED screens to track its remaining battery and status of its individual ports. The Flash Pro Ultra also supports wireless charging for smartphones and smartwatches at the same time.

A recent app update has brought a redesigned Health Metrics section to users of the brand’s fitness trackers and smartwatches. While some users see this as an improvement, others are upset that the company has removed a feature as part of these wider changes. Plus, some users are about to lose access to Google Assistant.

Vivo has now revealed which devices will be joining its new camera flagship later this month during a simultaneous launch event. Not only will the Vivo X200s be debuting alongside the Vivo X200 Ultra, but so will the Vivo Watch 5 smartwatch plus Pad5 Pro and Pad SE tablets.

Garmin has used April Fools' Day to announce a new smartwatch. Actually a full release and not a joke, the Garmin Vivoactive 6 builds upon its predecessor by making various iterative improvements over the outgoing Vivoactive 5.

The Apple Watch Series 10 has the same sensors as the Apple Watch Series 9. However, photos of a prototype reveal that Apple has been working on a model with an additional sensor, which may possibly be launched as part of the Apple Watch Series 11.

According to recent reports, Garmin will be replacing the Vivoactive 5 in April. Now, detailed specifications for the Vivoactive 6 have appeared online alongside a rumoured launch price.

Garmin has quietly started rolling out a new major new update to many of its older smartwatches. Available across the Fenix 6 and Fenix 6 Pro series, among others, the update brings plenty of bug fixes to the table without any new features to speak of.

The Amazfit Bip 6 is now here with various upgrades over the older Bip 5. Available for less than $80, the new smartwatch switches to a brighter AMOLED display and an aluminium frame among other changes.

Zepp Health is rolling out a new update for the Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch, version 6.0.12.3. This phased release brings four new features and improvements to the wearables, including an enhanced Readiness score metric and a new app. Plus, users have reported another unannounced benefit of this update.

In a recent email, users of Fitbit wearables were given a new deadline for transferring to a Google account. Users now have a little more time to make the switch via the app. The company states that users who do not make the move in time will no longer be able to access Fitbit services and could have their account and associated data deleted.

According to new rumours, Garmin is considering updating two of its popular mid-range smartwatch series with new models. While less is known about the Forerunner 975, images and details of the so-called Vivoactive 6 have been posted online.

Garmin recently announced the introduction of a new subscription that will lock certain features behind a paywall. Unsurprisingly, smartwatch users aren’t happy about this change, as some are complaining about the termination of a previous agreement.

Garmin has released another beta update for the Fenix 8 AMOLED, Fenix 8 Solar, Fenix E and Enduro 3 smartwatches. Like the recent version 15.16 update, the version 15.17 release brings some new features to these wearables. One of these is said to improve navigation, and there is also a fix for a map page-related bug.

In a press release relating to its recent financial results, Zepp Health revealed some information about upcoming features for Amazfit smartwatches. The statement mentions integrations with a couple of AI companies, as well as an expansion of its partnership with HYROX.