Smartwatch

Apple just dropped watchOS 11.3 and in order to honor the Black History Month, the company also added a special Black Unity loop and a Unity Rhythm watch face. It’s available for Series 6 and newer, Apple Watch Ultra, and SE 2.

There hasn't been a new Pebble smartwatch since 2016's Pebble 2, but that is about to change soon. The former CEO of the company has announced a new Pebble-like watch is coming and it will run the same OS which Google has made open source.

A new stable update has arrived for the Garmin Venu Sq 2 smartwatch. This is the first release of its kind for the wearable in over half a year, resolving a problem with the alarm. However, there is a far larger issue that users have flagged on the Garmin forum that is not addressed in this announcement.

Garmin has released a new beta update for the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro that should resolve a frustrating bug on some affected smartwatches. Available now globally, Beta Version 20.13 is one of many v20.xx updates that Garmin has been testing of late ahead of a future stable rollout.

Garmin has rolled out a new update for the Fenix 8 and its peers. Restricted to its Beta Program for the time being, the new update introduces roughly a dozen bug fixes while also adding new features ahead of a future stable rollout.

PlayStation's official launch in China has marked its 10th anniversary. To celebrate this milestone, Sony has collaborated with Xiaomi to launch a PlayStation-branded fitness tracker, which appears to be a customized Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro.

Google has agreed to pay a fine of $12.25 million for knowingly failing to report that its Fitbit Ionic smartwatch had a battery overheating defect that could cause severe burns to users. In total, 78 burn injuries were reported to the company from 2018 to 2020, before it finally recalled the product in March, 2022.

Zepp Health has improved its integration with Health Connect, allowing for more data to be transferred to the Android app. Amazfit smartwatch users can choose to sync all or just some metrics captured by their wearable or otherwise logged in the Zepp app. However, one user has flagged a potential issue with this new feature.

Samsung and Google have partnered on a Galaxy Watch 7 software experience designed for kids. The special mode will allow parents to keep in touch with their kids by equipping them with a Galaxy Watch 7 LTE instead of a smartphone.

Polar has launched the Ignite 3 Braided Yarn smartwatch. This latest model comes with a new wristband, which the company suggests is “extremely comfortable”. Its features include an AMOLED display, GPS tracking, in-depth sleep analysis and a heart rate sensor.

The innovative Sharge Pouch series of power banks is back with a new Mini variant. The accessory lacks the official OnePlus tie-in of its forebear, yet retains the same general color scheme for its in-built USB-C cable. Sharge asserts that it packs its 10,000mAh rated capacity in a battery-themed chassis of about the same size as a modern car key.

Certain Fitbit smartwatches potentially pose a safety risk. Google states that two of its wearables can overheat, which can lead to injuries. Fortunately, the issue can supposedly be solved via a new software update.

Garmin launched the Approach S50 GPS smartwatch, which arrived alongside the Approach S44. Both offer an AMOLED display and many golfing tools. However, the Approach S50 offers various upgrades like a heart rate sensor and popular features such as Morning Report and Body Battery.

Renders that are thought to show two of the upcoming Oppo X2 watches have been spotted at TENAA, a certification body in China. The first model has the number OWW242 and is listed with a wide range of features. The second model, the OWW251, matched another recent image and appears to have a larger battery capacity.

The Garmin Approach S44 is now available in countries worldwide. This model is designed specifically for golfers, with features including GPS, preloaded maps and an accompanying Garmin Golf app. Plus, the wearable can run for up to 10 days in smartwatch mode.

The Huawei Watch Ultimate smartwatch is receiving another global update. Reports indicate that this is a relatively minor release that is rolling out in phases. There is a notable absence from the accompanying release notes; users will have to wait a little longer for a new payment feature announced last year.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch is suffering from faster-than-usual battery drain after a recent software update. According to various user reports on Reddit, the watch is now losing almost double the battery percentage on a daily basis. However, one user has suggested what is causing the problem and how to fix it.

Garmin has issued a new update for its suite of Forerunner smartwatches. Rolling out now globally on the company's Beta Program, the update primarily improves HR zone functionality for all currently supported models. The new update promises to refine notification glance functionality on the Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965, too.

A new leak has revealed early details about Garmin's next major update for dozens of cycling computers and smartwatches. The leak reveals when these new features should begin rolling out by too.

Garmin has introduced a new set of beta builds for its Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro smartwatches. In keeping with recent firmware, the new updates focus on resolving outstanding bugs rather than adding additional features or functionality.

Originally available in two colors, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 now comes in a third color option. However, while the new color retains the launch price, the original two are available at a discounted price.

Beta version 13.07 is now available for the Garmin Venu 3, Venu 3s and Vivoactive 5 smartwatches. This update is said to bring improvements for the Run Coach and Cycling Coach. Plus, the software also adds support for the latest apps and watch faces.

Garmin has begun the phased rollout of beta version 13.18 to the Fenix 8 AMOLED, Fenix 8 Solar, Enduro 3 and Fenix E smartwatches. This is a larger update, bringing 23 changes, including new features and bug fixes, to these wearables. For example, there are new keyboard and GPS related tools.

With the 51mm Fenix 7X Pro Solar, another outdoor wearable for tough conditions joins the latest rounds of discounts that have been applied to the last-gen model in Garmin's extensive lineup of smartwatches.

Garmin appears to have rolled out an improvement to the Resume Later feature. A new shortcut, making it easier to return to your activity, has been reported by some smartwatch users. There are similar features for other watch feature, but users have noted an issue with this tool.

Garmin has begun rolling out new updates for many of its recent Forerunner smartwatches. Available across models from the Forerunner 165 to the Forerunner 965, the new update package promises to address various bugs and other quality-of-life refinements.

Garmin has started rolling out new updates for two of its popular mid-range smartwatches. Available to download globally, Software Version 12.12 focuses on resolving outstanding issues that shipped with earlier stable software updates.

The Garmin electrocardiogram (ECG) app is on its way to users in more countries, according to a recent announcement. The feature launched in 2023 and is already available for some smartwatch users like the Fenix 8, Fenix 7 and Enduro 3. In addition to ECG tests, the tool can be used to detect signs of atrial fibrillation.

Casio has launched its new Pac-Man collaboration watches in the US. The range was revealed last year and includes two Vintage models, a Standard model and a Calculator watch. Each wearable offers different features, with the range-topping ABL100WEPC-1B equipped with a step counter and Bluetooth connectivity.

Rollme has launched a new budget-friendly smartwatch that comes with a wide range of features. The wearable is supposed to be very durable and offers location-based functions such as a simplified navigation without full-fledged maps.

The Oppo Find N5, touted to be the thinnest flagship foldable phone, will launch in February, and alongside it, the company will introduce the Watch X2. This smartwatch is now confirmed to sport a blood pressure monitoring feature.

Huawei is rolling out a global Harmony OS 5.0 update to the Watch GT 4. This new release brings a range of features to the smartwatch, including a new watch screenshot tool, offline map downloads and advanced running metrics. Plus, there are improvements, such as a refreshed user interface and optimized notifications.

Users of certain Polar smartwatch models are set to benefit from several significant improvements. These include enhanced navigation, new watch faces and improved training functions.

The built-in flashlight is not the only reason to consider the Fenix 7 Pro Sapphire Solar. The Garmin smartwatch also has good battery life as well as numerous fitness and outdoor features that are arguably worth the discounted price that Amazon is currently asking for the 47mm wearable.

The Garmin Connect IQ System 8 has arrived for app developers. Currently in beta testing, the company suggests that its latest tools make it easier to develop for its smartwatches. The release notes indicate that there are improvements relating to notifications and a new on-device watch face editor.

Garmin has announced the beta version 27.76 update for the Fenix 6 and Marq smartwatches. This is a relatively minor update for the wearables, bringing a bug fix for a problem linked to the Track activity. However, this bug fix is currently only available for some users of these older devices.

The Garmin beta version 20.10 update is now available for the Fenix 7 and related smartwatches. This first release in the 20.xx testing cycle brings a CIQ system upgrade, as well as improvements to longer smart notifications. On top of this, there are a range of bug fixes and other minor enhancements.

Following several leaks about a Garmin Fenix 8 with a microLED display, Samsung is showcasing its first microLED panel specially developed for watches at CES in Las Vegas. At 4,000 nits, it is the brightest smartwatch display in the world.

A new partnership between Therabody and Garmin has been announced. Therabody will use data collected by Garmin smartwatches to study the effects of recovery on performance. Plus, the company has unveiled a new Coach by Therabody tool, which uses AI and data collected from various wearables to generate a personalized recovery plan.

Two new Casio watches, the GAB2100CD1A7 and GAB2100CD1A4, have been launched in the US. Designed in collaboration with the Charles Darwin Foundation, the wearables offer world time, solar charging and Bluetooth connectivity. The models launched in other regions, including Europe, last year.

The solar-powered Fenix 7X is now considerably cheaper than the latest Garmin smartwatch thanks to a significant 34% discount on Amazon, which results in a record-low price for outdoor fans who are looking for a rugged wearable.

The Garmin Fenix 8, Fenix 8 Solar, Enduro 3 and Fenix E smartwatches are getting another beta update. Beta version 13.14 is said to improve the Strength activity and tackles a wide range of issues. Plus, the Garmin team addresses a possible issue relating to the recently released predictive text tool.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch is receiving a new update, version 3.4.4.7. According to the change log, this release brings an improvement to the watch based maps, alongside a new Hyrox PFT preset. On top of this, the Zepp Coach assistant now has more functionality, and there are a range of bug fixes.

The all-new Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch comes with high-end features like a bright AMOLED display, 160+ sports modes, and advanced health tracking - starting at only $99.99 - a fraction of what premium smartwatches cost these days.

Garmin has introduced out a new set of mid-range smartwatches globally. As expected, the company has now officially launched the Instinct 3 with AMOLED and MiP displays to replace the older Instinct 2 series. Surprisingly, it has also offered up the Instinct E as a cheaper alternative too.

Doublepoint WowMouse debuted in 2024 for Wear OS smartwatches and is now available for Apple Watches. The app allows users wearing Apple Watches to control their Macs by pointing and pinching with their fingers to simulate mice.

An official Garmin retailer has teased the release of a new set of Garmin smartwatches. Not only has the retailer claimed that Solar models will offer 'infinite battery life', but it has also revealed various new features that should be arriving at launch too.

Garmin recently rolled out a new beta update for two smartwatch models, which includes a single fix for crashes in certain situations. The update can be installed very easily and includes all previous updates that users may have missed out on.

Almost a year after the global release of the Galaxy Fit 3, the fitness tracker will now be officially sold in the US. The Galaxy Fit 3 will be available for less than half of the price of the Galaxy Watch FE, while offering a handful of the same fitness and health tracking features.

Garmin is now rolling out beta version 13.13 to the Fenix 8, Fenix 8 Solar, Fenix E and Enduro 3 smartwatches. The update brings a range of new features to the wearables, including several upgrades to the watch keyboard. Plus, there are bug fixes to tackle issues with emojis and Spotify.