Wearable

Casio has released three new G-Shock watches in the US: the GMAP2100PC1A, the GMAP2100PC4A, and the GMAP2100PC7A. Each hybrid timepiece has a polarized colored dial with a resin casing and strap. Features include support for world time, a stopwatch and multiple daily alarms.

The Japan-only Casio DW-5600KHG24-1JR Hokusai G-Shock has been quietly restocked again in limited numbers across Japanese retailers, months after its January 2025 launch and immediate sellout.

Garmin has released another hotfix for the recently launched Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches. This stable update tackles an issue with false inputs on the wearables’ touchscreen. However, customers have reported a couple of possible new bugs in the brand’s forum.

Casio's fifth Rui Hachimura collab watch, the GM-5600RH-1, has surfaced again with a resin-metal build, red accents, and August release date. It's the sleekest G-Shock yet in the athlete's limited-edition lineup.

Beta version 10.18 has arrived for some Garmin smartwatches. This release tackles a range of issues linked to the flashlight, Backcountry Skiing and the Jump Rope activity. Plus, users of the Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar and Instinct E smartwatches also receive a bug fix for a problem with Timer alerts.

Google is just over a month away from officially refreshing the Pixel Watch series with fourth-generation models. In the meantime, various specifications have emerged for the Pixel Watch 4 in two sizes. Not only is better battery life in order this year, but so are much brighter displays too.

The Casio G-Shock BGA-2800K-7A watch has been officially revealed in Japan ahead of its release. This is the second model in the 2025 Love The Sea And The Earth range, a collaboration between Casio and ICERC Japan. Features of the radio-controlled model include Tough Solar charging, multiple alarms and a stopwatch.

Casio's new full-metal G-Shock GMW-B5000D-1C and GM-B2100SD-1C watches can now be picked up in the US for $550 each. Both models are equipped with Tough Solar, Bluetooth, and premium stainless steel builds.

Aukey asserts that its latest product underpins its status as a leading device power accessory brand as it supports the latest Qi2.2 25W Fast Wireless Charging standard. The MagFusion 2X is backed to fully charge an iPhone 16 Pro Max up to 25 minutes sooner than a comparable Qi2 gadget. It is also rated to charge two smartphones (or a combination of a smartphone and a peripheral) at once.

Two new Casio Vintage watches have been released in the UK: the A1000A-7 and the A1000G-9. These two timepieces have a stainless steel casing with a multi-row metal band. Features include two time formats, a daily alarm and an LED backlight to ensure you can read the watch in the dark.

Amazfit is pushing an update to the Active 2 (Round) smartwatch. Software version 6.1.20.3 is a relatively minor update, fixing a bug linked to strength workouts. However, it is unclear whether it resolves another issue flagged after the previous update.

When battery life is a priority, the solar-powered Fenix 7 Pro Sapphire is a more appealing deal than its rivals. Reliable fitness and GPS tracking add to the value of this Garmin smartwatch. At a 44% discount, the Fenix 7 Pro is also more durable than similarly priced competitors.

The Form Smart Swim 2 Pro swimming goggles display important metrics such as current heart rate or lap time directly in your field of vision, and collect metrics such as distance covered or stroke rate, which are then synchronized with Strava and Apple Health.

Amazfit’s Bip 6 smartwatch is getting Zepp OS 5.0 with its latest software update. This brings a couple of new features to the wearable, like the ability to adjust the font size. Another arrival is Zepp Flow 2.0, which is accompanied by a new Jet Lag Manager app, though this is not available in all regions yet.

Batavi has introduced a new Marina Chronograaf collection globally. The Marina Chronograph lineup consists of four variants, each with identical specs but relatively unique dial designs. It features a hand-wound chronograph Seagull ST1901 movement, a 38 mm stainless steel case, and 5 ATM water resistance.

Casio’s brand-new GMC-B2100Y-1AER chronograph combines a full stainless-steel case with a new resin-metal hybrid strap. The watch reportedly launches in August, and supports Bluetooth and solar charging.

The Amazfit Helio Strap is receiving another software update. This latest release for the recently launched fitness tracker is said to improve two of its heart rate related features. Plus, the change log for software version 3.0.6.4 states that there are other minor bug fixes and improvements.

Google is set to launch a new smartwatch alongside the Pixel 10 series. Past reports have hinted at the Watch 4 receiving a battery upgrade, but it seems that the SoC will be the same as the 2nd and 3rd gen models.

Casio has revealed a new collaboration series with My Little Pony in China. These three Baby-G models are the BA-110FH-2APRX, the BGD-10K-2PRX, and the BGD-10K-6PRX. Each features a My Little Pony-inspired design, and should offer features like hourly time signals, alarms and a stopwatch.

The new Casio G5600SFJ-9 Surfrider Foundation Japan watch can now be purchased in the US for $150. Feature set includes bio-resin construction, solar power, and custom branding.

Five new Casio models under the MTS-115D series are now official, featuring sapphire crystal, stainless-steel builds, quartz movements, and 50-meter water resistance - all at an expectedly entry-level price.

A US retailer has suggested that the Balance 2 XT smartwatch could be released in the near future. The wearable appeared at the retailer earlier in July 2025, shortly after the global launch of the Balance 2 smartwatch. Since then, a couple of the specifications on the product page have been amended.

The Casio Standard MTP-1370D-2A2V, MTP-1370D-7A3V and MTP-1370G-1AV have been spotted on the brand’s international website. Expected to launch in the near future, these analog watches feature a date display and a wider weekday display. They are also water resistant to 50 m and have a stainless steel band.

Four new Casio Standard watches have appeared on the brand's international website: the MTP-1381D-2AV, the MTP-1381D-3AV, the MTP-1381D-8AV and the MTP-1381GD-7AV. These analog watches have a metal casing and band, with dials in various colors. Plus, each features a date display and a wider day of the week display.

Amazon has dropped the price of the Garmin Vivoactive 5 fitness smartwatch to a low of $190 after a significant 37% discount on the list price. The fitness watch offers an AMOLED touchscreen display, detailed health and wellness insights, advanced fitness features, and up to 11 days of battery life.

Bell & Ross has launched a new limited BR-05 Skeleton watch in matte-black ceramic. Fully brushed, skeletonized, and capped at 500 units, it’s a low-key release for fans of all-black automatic watch builds. It's priced at $9,800.

The CMF Watch 3 Pro has surfaced before its official release, as many details about the new smartwatch have now been revealed. While the retail packaging still leaves some questions unanswered regarding some technical specifications, it also shows some changes.

For only $43.20, you can get your hands on Casio’s best-selling G-Shock DW-9050GBX-1A9 watch, which is originally priced at $84.95. The shock-resistant watch features a casual design, a 2-year battery life, a 1/100-second watch, an electro-luminescent backlight, and 20 bar (200 m) water resistance.

There's a new eyewear product in Lenovo's portfolio called the Legion AR Smart Glasses. It comes with a pair of 120 Hz screens with a wide field of view and is backed by in-house 2D to 3D tech. The launch price is CNY 2,499, around $348.

Casio’s new EFK-100D-2A and EFK-100D-7A mechanical watches are now purchasable in the US for $280. Both feature sapphire glass, a see-through back, and 40-hour power reserve in a 43.5mm steel case. Stocks are expected to be limited.

Northern Ireland-based startup Movetru has raised $1.9 million USD (approximately €1.4 million) in pre-seed funding to scale its AI-powered wearable for injury prevention. The system delivers real-time biomechanical insights to athletes and coaches across the UK and Ireland. Backed by investors including Two Magnolias and Angel Academe, Movetru is bringing elite-level movement tracking to grassroots sport.

Casio's upcoming Edifice EFS-S650DC-1A model gets an official listing, with new high-res images showing off a sleek all-black look, complemented by a ceramic bezel and solar power. It launches this month, alongside two other variants.

Core Device’s new Pebble app has been spotted at the Google Play Store. It will support the upcoming Core 2 Duo and Core Time 2 smartwatches, as well as several older Pebble wearables. Screenshots of the app reveal some of the watch faces and apps on offer, as well as details of which notifications it will support.

It may have taken over three years, but it seems that Qualcomm is finally preparing a new Snapdragon Wear chipset for future high-end Wear OS smartwatches. Codenamed Aspen, the so-called Snapdragon W6 Gen 1 is set to feature various upgrades over the ageing Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 platform to deliver superior performance and battery life.

The launch of DJI's next wireless microphone is said to be around the corner. With the DJI Mic 3 expected to arrive before the end of the month, leaker Igor Bogdanov has now delivered a bounty of new images that showcase not just the wireless microphone itself but also many of its official accessories.

The Zepp App Food Log feature has been improved for users of various Amazfit smartwatches and fitness trackers. The company has recently added the ability to save your favourite food items, a much requested feature. This should make it even easier for Amazfit wearable users to track their daily food intake.

The Casio G-Shock x Beijing Guoan Football Club watch has been revealed. Launching in China in the near future, this vibrant green watch is a limited edition timepiece which comes as part of a gift set. As a DW-5600 series watch, it should be water resistant to 200 m and offer features like an alarm and a stopwatch.

The Casio G-Shock GA-B2100-1A1PRX watch has been unveiled in China. This limited edition timepiece celebrates Xi'an city, with a custom ink-patterned strap featuring local history. Features of the watch include Bluetooth connectivity, Tough Solar charging and support for world time.

Mega leak from Germany about the entire Pixel 10 lineup: About a month before the expected Google launch event, a prominent leaker has revealed the euro prices for all storage options for all 2025 Google phones, ranging from the Pixel 10 to the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL to the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. The Pixel Buds 2a price is also out.

Casio's new GMA-P2100PC watches are now available to buy in Japan. They come with a compact size, polarized dials, and the standard G-Shock feature set. All 3 models are priced at ¥18,700 (~$127).

Casio is about to launch three new Edifice watches: the EFR-539DE-2AV, the EFR-539DE-3AV and the EFR-539DE-8AV. These models have been listed on the brand’s international website, which suggests that they could be released in the near future. Each has a metal casing, a colored dial and bezel, and a stopwatch feature.

New Casio MTP-1302D series watches have been spotted on one of the brand’s websites. There are five more timepieces on the way; four of these feature a matte textured dial, while the final model has a mother of pearl dial. With a metal casing, these analog watches have a date display and are said to be somewhat water resistant.

Garmin has released a new update for an older Forerunner smartwatch. Software version 11.03 is another minor update for the wearable, tackling an issue linked to one type of notification. According to a post in the Garmin forum, it is rolling out in phases to the Forerunner 55 and can be downloaded in one of two ways.

The Garmin software version 17.40 update is currently rolling out to users of a Forerunner smartwatch. Following a recent beta, this stable release brings an improvement for pairing alongside three bug fixes. According to the company, the update is already available for at least half of all Forerunner 945 LTE smartwatches.

Early users of the Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch have recently flagged two missing features. On social media, a representative for Zepp Health told customers why BioCharge was not currently widely available. They also explained why the golf mode had been removed for some users.

Googles' latest Pixel drop offers some new features and freebies for Pixel owners, but nothing about it is terribly surprising, and it certainly isn't Material 3.

Garmin has finally officially announced support for Google's Health Connect platform. A service for synchronising data across multiple platforms, Garmin stresses that it cannot draw upon the other data that Health Connect receives.

The Garmin smartwatch software beta version 10.16 is on the way to some users. This over-the-air update is said to resolve a problem with one of the charts displayed on the wearable. Plus, users have recently flagged other issues causing their Instinct 3 smartwatches to crash unexpectedly.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is now official. This new smartwatch comes with a handful of improvements over the predecessor, including a brighter display, thinner chassis, and an "improved" SoC. The starting launch price in the EU is €379.

With the Galaxy Watch 8 series, Samsung has brought back the Classic model. Alongside the signature rotating bezel, the smartwatch has a larger internal storage and higher battery capacity than the standard model.