Wearable

The Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active is now available for purchase. While not a full-fledged smartwatch replacement, the compact fitness tracker monitors key health metrics such as heart rate and blood oxygen saturation, offering up to 21 days of battery life.

Garmin has issued a new update to many of its current flagship smartwatches. Available globally as a free download, Beta Version 23.26 contains multiple improvements from recent builds as Garmin works towards issuing a major stable software release.

Samsung is rolling out a worldwide firmware update for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Users can install version R630XXU0AZG2 via the Galaxy Wearable app, while a similar update for the standard Galaxy Buds 3 remains unconfirmed.

A batch of unboxing videos reveals what buyers can expect on the Steam Frame release date. The clips cover the pairing process and accessories, including the wireless adapter. Despite regular leaks, Valve has yet to announce the price of the VR headset or precise launch timing.

Garmin has released a new update globally. Available on several of its recent mid-range smartwatches, the new update is said to contain several security improvements for the Forerunner 570, Forerunner 970, the Venu X1 and a few other cheaper options.

The glasses feature a Sony 12MP camera with electronic image stabilization and a 0.6 second capture time, a dual chip setup running an AI assistant, visual recognition and live translation, dual speakers with noise reduction, and a 280mAh battery.

Wearable shipments across the world fell 2% year over year in the second quarter of 2026, according to preliminary data from research firm Omdia. Within that decline, Garmin's smartwatch market share grew to 15%, up from 11% a year earlier, while Apple's share slipped from 48% to 46% and Samsung's fell from 17% to 15%.

Garmin has launched a new stable update to several of its latest high-end smartwatches. A departure from recent software releases, System Software 22.43 should introduce various improvements aimed at refining security on both the Fenix 8 and Fenix 8 Pro.

A new Huawei blood pressure smartwatch has appeared in new certification listings. The smartwatch is expected to replace the Watch D2, launched in 2024, and could debut in September as the Watch D3.

Casio has released three new sporty G–Shock watches in countries across North America and Europe. The GBA950-1A4, the GBA950-7A2 and the GBA950-9A3 are Bluetooth watches with a hybrid dial.

Barely a week after the Pixel Watch 5's debut, an unreleased Google wearable has appeared in marketing images for the new Pixel 11 series. The device, which is speculated to be a new Fitbit wearable, has a display, albeit an oblong one, unlike the Fitbit Air.

Garmin has released a new update aimed at many of its recent high-end smartwatches. Not only has the new update left owners in the dark about the changes it contains, but it is also said to contain many of the same well established bugs found in older software.

The Sonos Ace Ultra's design was leaked a few days ago, with the headphones appearing in FCC filing shortly after. And now, a new leak has revealed more details, including its price, release date, and specs.

Two researchers took over millions of children’s GPS watches at DEF CON. The real finding is the supply chain: 39 brand names sit on a single server in China, several of them sold across Europe. You can check it yourself in the Play Store. The badge on the strap says nothing about where your child’s location data goes.

Garmin is now offering a new update to many of its latest high-end smartwatches. Available globally as a free download, the new update addresses several outstanding issues and includes improvements specific to the Fenix 8 Pro and Tactix 8.

Zepp Health is working on a solar-powered smartwatch - a development that can now be considered virtually confirmed. Early details already reveal several clues about the upcoming wearable.

Garmin has issued a new update for one of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Available for beta testers, the new firmware is said to make over a dozen changes and improvements from an update that arrived only a few weeks ago.

Garmin has released a new update to one of its thinnest smartwatches. Available globally, the firmware contains over a dozen fixes that should improve the overall user experience in multiple areas.

A new update has arrived for one of Garmin's cheaper mid-range smartwatches. Exclusive to the Beta Program for the time being, the update contains almost a dozen changes, including ones that should improve Morning Report and Incident Detection functionality.

German group HateAid has reported Meta, Ray-Ban, Oakley and four retailers to Frankfurt prosecutors, arguing the Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer breaks a law against devices disguised as everyday objects. Regulators were already reviewing a sales ban.

A newly surfaced FCC filing, spotted by Lowpass, points to Sonos unveiling a pair of over-ear headphones called the Ace Ultra at its planned September 2026 event. An earlier leak showed deeper ear cups, a repositioned wear sensor and a redesigned microphone housing compared to the 2024 Sonos Ace.

Garmin is now rolling out a new update to some of its popular smartwatches. Available globally as a free download, the new firmware contains more than a dozen improvements over its predecessor, including multiple aimed at fixing bugs that caused device resets and crashes on older firmware.

Sony has just refreshed the WH-1000XM6, with a cheaper pair of WH-1000XM4 headphones to come, too. In response, Sonos has been revealed to have developed the Ace Ultra, a new pair of wireless over-ear headphones that will replace the ageing Sonos Ace.

Rogbid has launched its $69.99 VisionW AI smart glasses with three interchangeable frame designs, ChatGPT and Grok support, Bluetooth calls, 3D surround sound and UV protection — but no camera. The company claims up to 39 days of battery life, though active-use time/standby time isn't confirmed.

Garmin continues to refine its wearable lineup with a new software update for its high-end outdoor smartwatches. However, the release comes with a trade-off: installing the beta software temporarily disables one key health feature.

Garmin wearables offer many options for tracking workouts - and can overwhelm users with the sheer volume of data. Now there’s a new way to process workout data for your own in-depth analysis.

Xiaomi has launched a Pro version of the Smart Band 10 with accurate health tracking and an exceptionally bright display. NFC is also included, but there is a catch with this well-equipped fitness tracker.

Following teaser videos for the Pixel 11 Pro and the Pixel 11 Pro Fold generations, Google has just published their first promo video for the Pixel Watch 5. It mainly highlights one design trait, that Google sees missing in most of the competition.

Garmin has released a new update for two of its cheaper smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the update is the first available on Garmin's Beta Program for either smartwatch. The update promises to resolve various outstanding issues, too.

According to a new leak, the Sony WH-1000XM4C will launch next month, in September, with a €249.99 price tag. At the moment, it's unknown if it is intended to be a refreshed version of the original model or a "Lite" edition.

A relatively affordable smartwatch with offline maps, the Amazfit Active 3 Premium is now receiving a feature-packed software update. Depending on how the wearable is used, owners stand to benefit from a noticeably improved experience.

Garmin is offering another new update for many of its latest high-end smartwatches. Available globally for free, the update features a dozen changes and improvements as Garmin prepares to release an extensive stable update for Fenix 8 and Fenix 8 Pro series smartwatches.

Caviar’s limited-edition “Odyssey” collection adorns the Ray-Ban Wayfarer II smart glasses with hand-engraved gold or sterling silver accents. Combined with a charging case made of crocodile leather, the price tag is rather steep.

A study found that Apple Vision Pro reduced average operating times for eye surgery by about 19%, while surgeons reported increase efficiency and better ergonomics.

Apple has raised trade-in values for most iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models, with some devices seeing increases of nearly 30%. The update also adds new Android models to the program amid an ongoing global memory shortage.

Timex has launched the Retroware Digital, a 1990s-styled digital watch selling now in the US for $149. It ships in blue and grey-green resin colorways with a 46mm case, Indiglo backlight and 50m water resistance. The watch runs on a standard quartz movement with no smart features, just an alarm, timer and chronograph.

A new Garmin smartwatch featuring both LTE and satellite connectivity has surfaced in official documentation. Offering premium features and interchangeable straps, all signs point to the upcoming launch of a high-end flagship—likely the Garmin Fenix 9.

Early details about a new Coros smartwatch have leaked online. A new Pro-branded wearable, the Coros Pace 4 Pro appears set for release in the next few months, just as Garmin and Suunto are preparing new smartwatches too.

Sony is set to refresh the WH-1000XM4 according to early reports. More than a visual refresh, the new WH-1000XM4 could serve as a cheaper option than Sony's existing pair of over-ear wireless headphones. To that end, Sony is expected to wheel out Eco, Lite or Neo branding.

Garmin has started rolling out a new update to many of its popular mid-range smartwatches. Available globally, the free update is said to contain multiple improvements and bug fixes to improve the overall user experience compared to recent stable firmware.

One heat wave follows another, and chances are good that 2026 will be the hottest year on record. A Japanese fashion label is now adapting to this hot reality by equipping a classic shirt with two fans to prevent heat buildup and sweat stains.

Amazfit has pushed a series of updates to some of its T-Rex smartwatches. The 6.2.204 releases are said to enhance the Route Preview feature and also bring improvements to the alarm and a swimming workout.

A new update for the Amazfit Helio Strap, firmware version 3.22.0.1, is rolling out worldwide. Users of the wearable gain a wide range of new workout modes in this update, alongside an improvement for the VO2 Max metric.

A new smart ring promises to measure blood pressure directly from the finger alongside a range of advanced health-tracking features. However, the company’s conduct across its crowdfunding campaigns has raised significant red flags.

It’s not just Huawei, Honor, and Xiaomi that offer affordable fitness wearables. With the Galaxy Fit3, Samsung also has a cheaper alternative to the Galaxy Watch in its lineup. A leak has now revealed the Galaxy Fit4 ahead of its official release.

iPhone users can now finally transfer Fitbit-recorded workouts, steps, sleep and other supported metrics between platforms. The update also adds Smart Health Links in the US, enabling users to share stored medical records with healthcare providers or family members.

Sony has released a new version of its popular WH-1000XM6 over-ear wireless headphones. Sold globally, the Olive Gray variant starts with a sizeable discount at launch, becoming the sixth version of the WH-1000XM6 available to date.

Wearables researcher Rob ter Horst’s preliminary tests suggest Garmin’s CIRQA delivers accurate heart-rate tracking during cycling and steady-paced running, but struggles with rapid intervals and weightlifting. Sleep tracking is mixed, with further testing planned.