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The OnePlus Watch 2 EU Exclusive Style will launch in May. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus announces Watch 2 EU Exclusive Style

The upcoming OnePlus Watch 2 EU Exclusive Style has been teased. The company has announced that the smartwatch will be unveiled at an event later this month and will launch in Q2. Plus, OnePlus has revealed various offers for cust...

Polly Allcock, 17 Apr 2024 18:59

Garmin's Outdoors Maps+ service has now reached Europe for the Fenix 7 series and its peers. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces mapping improvements for flagship smartwatches

Garmin has expanded a recent mapping feature for many of its flagship smartwatches. Previously limited to the US, the paid feature can now be used across Europe, as well as 'all 50 U.S. states and Canada'.

Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2024 18:21

Garmin has returned the Venu 3 series to 9.xx builds for some reason. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces unusual update for recent mid-range smartwatches with Connect IQ bug fixes and improvements

Garmin has pushed a new update to a few of its modern smartwatches. Strangely, the firmware contains a lower build number than the one that arrived last month. Nonetheless, Garmin claims to have included various Connect IQ bug fix...

Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2024 14:38

Garmin has been refining 26.xx builds since mid-2023. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases another round of bug fixes to older flagship smartwatches with new update

Garmin has brought another set of bug fixes to popular recent flagship smartawtches. Rolling out as Beta Version 26.95 on its Beta Program, the new update resolves a few outstanding issues ahead of an impending new stable update.

Alex Alderson, 16 Apr 2024 19:04

It remains to be seen when Samsung will release its next smartwatch, Galaxy Watch4 series pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

New budget Samsung Galaxy Watch smartwatch detailed before official release

Reportedly, Samsung is still preparing to release a new cheaper Galaxy Watch smartwatch later this year running One UI. Contrary to a recent leak, this smartwatch is not expected to arrive as the Galaxy Watch FE. Reportedly, it co...

Alex Alderson, 15 Apr 2024 19:40

The Garmin Instinct 2 series smartwatches are receiving public update 15.08. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin's new public update brings many bug fixes to smartwatches

The Garmin System Software 15.08 is rolling out to several smartwatches. Previously seen as a beta update, the release brings a wide range of bug fixes to the wearables, tackling issues with workouts and battery estimates. Plus, t...

Polly Allcock, 15 Apr 2024 14:21

Apple's new technology detects irregular movements and alerts nearby devices of the emergency (Image Source: US PTO)

Next Apple Watch may detect drowning and alert nearby devices, suggests new patent

As per a new patent filing, Apple may soon implement a drowning detection feature in the next iteration of the Apple Watch. The system, dubbed a digital pool assistant, detects irregular limb movement and heart-rate and blood oxyg...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 13 Apr 2024 10:28

First-gen Google Pixel Watch is now available at its very best price (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Google Pixel Watch hits new record low price on Amazon

The first-gen Google Pixel Watch has just dropped to a new record low price on Amazon. It's now available for $180.49, which is close to a $100 discount from the regular price of $279.99.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Apr 2024 19:48

Fitbit has begun to release an app update with a redesigned Sleep section. (Image source: Fitbit)

Fitbit rolling out new update for improved sleep tracking

The Fitbit app is being updated with a new design for the Sleep section. According to the company, the layout has been simplified, there are additional insights on the Sleep timeline, and you can view trends over various periods. ...

Polly Allcock, 12 Apr 2024 11:56

The Forerunner 165 is now eligible for its first beta software update. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin smartwatch gains bug fixes, new features and improvements through latest software update

Garmin has released its second software update for its latest smartwatch. Arriving on its Beta Program, the update brings the smartwatch onto par with many other recent models through support for the Garmin Messenger app and impro...

Alex Alderson, 11 Apr 2024 18:23

Garmin has announced beta version 19.09 for the Forerunner 965 smartwatch. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin smartwatch beta update arrives as users spot unannounced features

Garmin has revealed a new beta update for one of its mid-range smartwatches. Version 19.09 brings a range of features and bug fixes to the wearable, including a tool for improved heart rate data accuracy. Plus, users have posted i...

Polly Allcock, 11 Apr 2024 12:53

The Garmin Forerunner 255 Music and 255s Music smartwatches are set to receive beta update 19.09. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin reveals beta update bringing new features to popular smartwatch

The Garmin Public Beta Version 19.09 update has been announced for some of Garmin’s smartwatches. The software brings new tools relating to Jet Lag, Garmin Messenger and heart rate. Plus, a range of bug fixes tackle issues with mu...

Polly Allcock, 11 Apr 2024 12:25

The Forerunner 265 has gained as many new features as bug fixes with its latest update. (Image source: Garmin)

Current mid-range Garmin smartwatch receives new software update with heart rate data tracking improvements

A current generation Garmin smartwatch is eligible for a new update. Rolling out now, the software update features numerous changes like a new Jet Lag Adviser glance, plus various heart rate data refinements.

Alex Alderson, 10 Apr 2024 20:27

The Forerunner 955 has received its first 19.xx build packed, which Garmin has packed with bug fixes and new features. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces milestone update for ageing flagship smartwatch with new features and bug fixes

Garmin has revealed a new update for one of its older high-end smartwatches. The new update arrives as Beta Version 19.09, the first 19.xx build of any kind for the device. Accordingly, the new software contains multiple changes f...

Alex Alderson, 10 Apr 2024 20:24

The Polar Grit X2 Pro is receiving firmware 2.0.19. (Image source: Polar)

Polar Grit X2 Pro smartwatch now shipping as new firmware lands

Polar has announced a hotly anticipated firmware update for the new Grit X2 Pro smartwatch. Customers who had pre-ordered the wearable had been told that the device would not ship until this software was ready. Now, it appears tha...

Polly Allcock, 10 Apr 2024 19:12

A new feature could see a jump in battery life for the Apple Watch Series 10. (Image via Apple w/ edits)

Rumor claims Apple Watch Series 10 will have full LTPO display, improved battery life

The next Apple Watch could use an LTPO display (according to rumors) for its entire screen, which would bring several benefits. The use of an LTPO display would likely see an increase in battery life, which has long been a weak po...

Sam Medley, 10 Apr 2024 18:04

The Polar Vantage V3 is receiving firmware 2.0.19. (Image source: Polar)

Polar announces update with new features for recent smartwatch

Firmware 2.0.19 is rolling out to a Polar smartwatch released last year. The update brings a range of new features, which arrived with the Grit X2 Pro, to the wearable. These include new training metrics, improved navigation and m...

Polly Allcock, 10 Apr 2024 18:01

Google claims to have added new features to the Pixel Watch series with its April 2024 update. (Image source: Google)

Google brings new features and improvements to its smartwatches with latest updates

Google has brought various changes to the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 with its latest round of updates. Rolling out as TWD9.240405.001, the update adds a new feature called 'Vibration Watch', among other refinements.

Alex Alderson, 09 Apr 2024 15:23

The Huawei Watch 4 Pro Space Exploration smartwatch has launched. (Image source: Huawei)

New Huawei Watch 4 Pro special edition smartwatch launches with upgraded features

The Huawei Watch 4 Pro Space Exploration smartwatch has been officially announced in China following recent leaks. The model has a red, black and dark gray design with various premium materials. Plus, the wearable has several feat...

Polly Allcock, 09 Apr 2024 14:26

Garmin has published two beta updates in as many weeks for the Fenix 7 series. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin brings new bug fixes and improvements to flagship smartwatches with latest update

Garmin has announced a new update for a slew of current flagship smartwatches. Rolling out on the company's Beta Program as Beta Version 17.12, the new update focuses on resolving bug fixes that were present in the older Beta Vers...

Alex Alderson, 07 Apr 2024 00:36

The Garmin Beta Version 5.08 software has arrived for the Instinct 2 series smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces new beta update to fix battery drain issue for smartwatches

A new Garmin beta update, version 15.08, has been pushed OTA to some smartwatches. The software contains a bug fix for a battery drain issue, which many users had reported after installing beta version 15.06. Since announcing the ...

Polly Allcock, 06 Apr 2024 21:45

The Galaxy Watch FE is rumoured to be a return of the Galaxy Watch4 series, pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

New Samsung Galaxy Watch revealed in pre-release leak

A new Samsung Galaxy Watch has been revealed ahead of its official release. Surfacing through a typically reliable source, the smartwatch appears to share its roots with a smartwatch that Samsung has been selling for almost three ...

Alex Alderson, 05 Apr 2024 20:57

The Galaxy Fit 3 is Samsung's latest fitness tracker, and a cheaper alternative to the Galaxy Watch smartwatch. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung's refusal to launch the Galaxy Fit 3 in the US is a lost opportunity

CheckMag The Galaxy Fit 3 won't be officially available in multiple key markets, and Samsung may be leaving money on the table, particularly in the US, with this poor decision.

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Apr 2024 12:43

Amazfit has announced the Cheetah Pro Kelvin Kiptum Commemorative Edition. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit announces Cheetah Pro Kelvin Kiptum Commemorative Edition smartwatch

The Amazfit Cheetah Pro Kelvin Kiptum Commemorative Edition smartwatch has been announced. Proceeds from the sale of the limited edition wearable will be donated to the Kelvin Kiptum Foundation, alongside a further donation from A...

Polly Allcock, 03 Apr 2024 17:59

Mobvoi is bringing Wear OS 3 to more smartwatches, including the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra LTE. (Image source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi announces Wear OS 3 rollout for more smartwatches

Mobvoi is rolling out new software, bringing Wear OS 3 to the TicWatch Pro 3 LTE and TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra LTE smartwatches. Some users tested the update earlier this year, and it follows the release of Wear OS 3 software to other ...

Polly Allcock, 03 Apr 2024 14:29

Samsung may surpass the Galaxy Watch5 Pro's battery life with the Galaxy Watch7 Pro or Galaxy Watch7 Ultra. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

New Samsung battery to bring increased battery capacity to Galaxy Watch7 Pro or Galaxy Watch7 Ultra smartwatch

A new Samsung battery certification appears to have revealed the battery capacity for the company's Galaxy Watch5 Pro successor. Arriving as either the Galaxy Watch7 Pro or Galaxy Watch7 Ultra with the model number SM-L700 and SM-...

Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2024 13:26

Rumors suggest the Huawei Watch 4 Pro Space Exploration Edition smartwatch is launching soon. (Image source: IT Home)

Huawei Watch 4 Pro special edition smartwatch leaks

Huawei looks set to release a new special edition version of its Watch 4 Pro smartwatch in China. Rumors suggest that a Space Exploration Edition of the wearable is on the way offering a new red and metallic gray design. Leaked im...

Polly Allcock, 02 Apr 2024 23:21

Many Garmin smartwatches can track your naps, starting with the Venu 3 series. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin quietly rolls out new sleep tracking feature to recent smartwatches

Garmin has begun rolling out a new feature to many of its current-generation smartwatches. Distributed through Garmin Connect rather than a firmware update, the new feature is related to tracking energy and recovery levels.

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2024 18:20

The TicWatch E3 (above), Pro 3 GPS and Pro 3 Ultra GPS watches are receiving updates. (Image source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi releases new update bringing improvements to various smartwatches

Mobvoi is rolling out updates for the TicWatch E3, TicWatch Pro 3 GPS and TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS smartwatches. Two software versions are being released in phases, bringing various bug fixes and optimizations to the wearables. Pl...

Polly Allcock, 02 Apr 2024 17:41

The Huawei Watch Ultimate is receiving HarmonyOS 4 via a new update in China. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei releases new HarmonyOS 4 update for premium smartwatch

HarmonyOS 4 has arrived for a high-end Huawei smartwatch in a new update rolling out in China. The software brings a wide range of new features to the wearables, including vitality rings and an interface designed for multi-tasking...

Polly Allcock, 02 Apr 2024 13:01

The Orange Pi Watch D has been announced. (Image: Orange Pi, elecfans)

Orange Pi Watch D Pro: New smartwatch supposedly measures blood sugar and blood pressure with the precision of a medical device

Orange Pi has teased a new smartwatch that can supposedly measure various vitals with particular precision. This would be a real breakthrough if such claims are true.

Silvio Werner, 02 Apr 2024 04:19

In the test: Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4 smartwatch review - Beautiful, but with software flaws

Oh, Xiaomi. The Redmi Watch 4 is beautiful, has a bright, large AMOLED display and a great battery life. It is inexpensive and at the same time has a satellite connection and a brightness sensor, but unfortunately, it annoys with many software bugs. Our review clarifies where the light and shadows lie.
1.97" | 48 g

Benedikt Winkel, 30 Mar 2024 08:40

Individual clock faces are available for the planets

Galaxy Time: Samsung smartwatches to bring the relativity of planets and time closer

Samsung is offering new watch faces for its own smartwatches, which were developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency and enable the display of real-time data from the solar system.

Silvio Werner, 30 Mar 2024 01:48

Garmin has now moved onto 17.xx builds for the Fenix 7 series and its peers. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin adds dozens of new features and bug fixes to current flagship smartwatches with new update

Garmin has swiftly moved onto offering a new update for many of its latest high-end smartwatches. Available to download now as Beta 17.10, the new firmware makes over 20 changes including the ability to find a lost phone with GPS ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Mar 2024 15:44

Garmin has released beta version 10.08 for the vivoactive 5 smartwatch. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin shares beta update with new GPS and heart-rate tracking features

Garmin is rolling out a new beta update, version 10.08, to a popular smartwatch. The software brings two features to the wearables, one of which is designed to improve the accuracy of heart rate data. This is the first release in ...

Polly Allcock, 29 Mar 2024 14:41

The Garmin Venu 3 series smartwatches are receiving beta update 10.08. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin brings new features to popular smartwatches in beta update

The Garmin Venu 3 and Venu 3s smartwatches are receiving a new beta update, version 10.08. The software marks the start of a new testing phase, bringing two features to eligible wearables. These tools are designed to optimize acti...

Polly Allcock, 29 Mar 2024 12:45

Garmin has announced its March 2024 update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin March 2024 new major update arrives for many smartwatches

The Garmin March 2024 smartwatch feature update is here. The company announced it would roll out five new features, including a sleep coach, to many of its wearables in the next few weeks. The software is available for models like...

Polly Allcock, 28 Mar 2024 17:39

The Forerunner 165 is now eligible for its first software update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces first software update for new smartwatch with fresh features and bug fixes

Garmin has begun rolling out an update for its latest smartwatch. The first update for the smartwatch, Software Version 9.24 contains 18 changes, including numerous bug fixes and several new features.

Alex Alderson, 28 Mar 2024 17:15

The Suunto software version 2.33.12 is rolling out to three smartwatch models. (Image source: Suunto)

Suunto brings new features and bug fixes to several smartwatches in update

The Suunto software update version 2.33.12 is rolling out to the Race, Vertical and 9 Peak Pro smartwatches. The release brings several new features and apps to the wearables alongside a wide range of improvements and bug fixes. T...

Polly Allcock, 28 Mar 2024 10:51

Garmin has pushed a new update to the Venu 2 series with a familiar changelog. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces new update for older smartwatches with claimed bug fixes and new improvements

Garmin has begun rolling out a new update to several of its popular older smartwatches. Restricted to its Beta Program for the time being, Beta 18.05 is slated to add new features while also resolving outstanding bugs. However, re...

Alex Alderson, 27 Mar 2024 18:17

The Amazfit GTS 4 smartwatch is receiving update version number 5.0.3.3. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit rolls out new update for smartwatches to fix battery problems

Amazfit has released the version number 5.0.3.3 update for one of its smartwatch models. The latest software brings a new bug fix to the wearables, aiming to address a faster-than-expected battery drain problem. Also listed on the...

Polly Allcock, 27 Mar 2024 17:22

Fitbit wearables will lose access to third-party apps (symbolic image, Fitbit)

Fitbit: Google to severely limit functionality on its smartwatches this year

Fitbit smartwatch users will be affected by a potentially very unpleasant change that could significantly limit the functionality of the wearables. Google is justifying the step with regulatory requirements.

Silvio Werner, 27 Mar 2024 01:03

Huawei is selling Spring Editions of the Watch GT 4 with an Easter discount. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch GT 4 Spring Edition now available with discount

The Huawei GT 4 Spring Edition is on sale in five colorways, and customers in some countries are now offered an additional discount linked to Easter. The line-up includes the 46mm and 41mm versions of the smartwatch, and the Sprin...

Polly Allcock, 26 Mar 2024 13:04

Garmin is rolling out Beta Version 15.06 to various smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases bug fixes for smartwatches in new update

The Garmin smartwatch Beta Version 15.06 update has been announced, and a phased rollout is underway. The new software, which is being pushed OTA, brings a range of bug fixes to selected wearables. These include solutions for issu...

Polly Allcock, 26 Mar 2024 11:51

Lem 3 NFC: New smartwatch with extended functions

Lem 3 NFC: Improved smartwatch launches at low price with certified ECG and HRV analysis and AMOLED

The Lem 3 is available in a new model variant that comes with several improvements and is even said to be certified, but this only applies to certain parameters.

Silvio Werner, 26 Mar 2024 02:28

The Venu 3 series' latest update builds on this month's most recent stable update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin distributes new update to mid-range smartwatches with claimed bug fixes and new features

Garmin has rolled out a new update for two of its recent mid-range smartwatches. According to the company, the update adds new features and introduces several bug fixes, albeit only for devices enrolled on its Beta Program.

Alex Alderson, 25 Mar 2024 20:24

The Vivoactive 5 continues to receive 9.xx builds even after the release of Firmware Version 9.24 earlier this month. (Image source: Garmin)

Fresh update lands for popular Garmin smartwatch with no fixes for reported battery drain issues

Garmin has published a new update for one of its popular and recent smartwatches. The update is available as Beta 9.26, which arrives a few weeks after the release of Firmware Version 9.24 on Garmin's stable software distribution ...

Alex Alderson, 25 Mar 2024 20:05

The Watch H1 has a micro pump that should be accurate to 3 mm Hg from results produced by a professional alternative. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Watch H1: Medical grade smartwatch with real blood pressure measurements available globally through import channels for under $300

Xiaomi has been selling the Watch H1 for a while in China as a Huawei Watch D rival. With a global release not forthcoming for Xiaomi's medical grade smartwatch, it is up to third-party retailers to offer the Watch H1 outside Chin...

Alex Alderson, 25 Mar 2024 18:31

The Galaxy Watch7 series may debut a new 'Ultra' model this year. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch7 model numbers revealed with a new Galaxy Watch7 Ultra rumoured

According to new reports, there is already evidence that Samsung has finalised model numbers for three new Galaxy Watch smartwatch models. Reputedly, the trio will arrive as the Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch7 Pro or Galaxy Watch7 Cl...

Alex Alderson, 25 Mar 2024 18:25

The Lem 3. (Source: Lemfofit)

Lemfofit Lem 3 smartwatch purports to pack ECG and blood glucose sensing for under $50

Lemfofit claims that its latest wearable can deliver some of the most premium smartwatch features out there right now for a fraction of the usual price. They include body composition, "automatic" temperature and non-invasive blood...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Mar 2024 17:46

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