Smartwatch

Sammobile has learned that Samsung could pivot to a square design for its future smartwatches. It isn't clear if the July-bound Galaxy Watch7 will get the redesign, but at least one future model will.

ESR has announced that the latest all-in-one wireless charging stand for mobile Apple devices also supports the next-gen Qi2. The gadget integrates a removable Apple Watch charger rated to work up to "5 hours faster" than the previous generation. It has now been released in two colors with special offers via certain channels.

Early signs of a Xiaomi Smart Band 8 successor have appeared online. Presumed to be launching in early spring as the Smart Band 9, the fitness tracker appears set to arrive in two variants, which a Chinese regulatory body has shown are being developed as M2346B1 and M2345B1.

The Slate Steel color variant of the Garmin Epix 2, also known as Epix (Gen 2), is enjoying a generous 30% discount on Amazon. Its current sale price is $559.99, down from $799.99. This may not be the record-low price for this active smartwatch, but you're still getting good value for a watch that's packed with features.

The Garmin Instinct 2 series smartwatches can now receive a new beta update, version 15.03. The latest software provides a relatively minor update to the wearables, with the changelog listing two improvements. The new software is currently only available via side load, though an OTA version of the update may come at a later date.

According to a new report, Google has already added UWB connectivity support for Watch Unlock within its Play Services app ahead of a presumed Pixel Watch 3 release later this year. Arriving in two sizes, the Pixel Watch 3 41 mm and Pixel Watch 3 45 mm will likely launch alongside the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro, among other devices.

Garmin has released a new update to various current flagship smartwatches. Still only a beta build, Beta Version 16.20 introduces several bug fixes, including one that could cause shutdowns when using heart rate in Connect IQ.

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 users in the Republic of Korea are receiving an update. The latest firmware is available for four smartwatch variants, bringing a health-related tool to the wearables. However, customers have expressed surprise at Samsung’s decision to develop this feature over others.

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Garmin is now rolling out a new stable update for one of its many Forerunner smartwatches. Available across all eligible devices, Software Version 18.22 introduces almost two dozen changes focusing on resolving outstanding bugs.

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One of Garmin's current-generation Forerunner smartwatches is eligible for a new stable update. Available to download now, the software contains bug fixes, improvements and new features, including the addition of a Garmin's jump rope activity.

Garmin has released a new update for one of its recent Forerunner smartwatches. Rolling out now through the company's stable software distribution channels, the update brings plenty of bug fixes to the older wearable, as well as several new features.

Garmin has released a new public update, version 18.22, for Forerunner 955 smartwatches. The software brings several new features, like an auto-detection tool for multisport activities. Also included is an improvement to the optical heart rate sensor, though many customers have flagged further problems here.

A new public update has been rolled out to two of Garmin’s more recent smartwatches. Firmware version 9.24, originally a beta update, brings new features and a range of bug fixes to the wearables. Plus, an issue with the ECG app, flagged during beta testing, appears to have been resolved with the software.

Huawei is rolling out new software for the Watch Fit 2, version 2.1.0.211(SP1C00M07). Despite the similarity to the name of the previous update, the change log shows that the two are different. The software appears to bring relatively few changes to the smartwatch and is downloaded via the Huawei Health app.

A well-known standards organisation has revealed ASUS intentions to refresh its VivoWatch series. Likely launching later this year, the VivoWatch 6 will be the first new VivoWatch smartwatch since late 2022.

According to a typically reliable source, Google is working towards delivering three new wearable devices later this year. On the one hand, two Pixel Watch 3 sizes are still rumoured, with a 45 mm size set to join the series' existing 41 mm design. On the other hand, a second-generation Pixel Buds Pro is also said to be in the works as the Pixel Buds Pro 2.

Amazfit has revealed a new product in the EU: the Body Composition Analyser Mat. The gadget has been designed for use only with the Balance smartwatch. According to Amazfit, the mat enhances the body composition analysis feature in the wearable for a full body overview of metrics like body fat, muscle and bone mass.

Garmin has kicked off March by rolling out to an older mid-range smartwatch. The first update for the device since late last year, Beta 18.02 makes minimal changes despite the extended time between beta builds.

A new update has been released by Amazfit for a range of smartwatches. The latest software, which does not appear to provide the upgrade to Zepp OS 3.5, includes updates for offline maps, winter sports and the Zepp Coach. Plus, a new tool allows you to share health metrics with third-party devices like a bike computer.

Oppo has brought its OnePlus Watch 2 alternative to market following the latter's recent release. Starting in select markets, the Oppo Watch X marks a return to Wear OS for Oppo after a prolonged absence.

Garmin has offered up another update for two of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Still restricted to its beta channel for the time being, the update officially contains numerous changes from earlier builds, plus improvements for icon animation and GCM translation softwares.

Garmin is rolling out a new Beta update, version 9.24, for one of its more recent smartwatches. The changelog lists a new workout type and fixes for bugs with music playback, Golf activity and battery drain. However, after installing the previous beta software, many users complained that the battery life was far lower than expected.

Doublepoint has come to Barcelona to announce that WowMouse has upgraded to support for the Pixel Watch 2. The app is rated to turn a user's smartwatch hand into a "mouse" thanks to its support for Wear OS, and, thus, to add a new, touch-free level of control over PCs, mobile devices or VR/AR headsets.

Amazfit has revealed a timeline detailing when its latest operating system, Zepp OS 3.5, will reach five smartwatch models. The rollout started with the Amazfit Balance, which is receiving software version 3.17.6.3. Plus, the update brings a new tool, the Zepp Flow voice assistant, to the various wearables.

According to a recent press release, the Lemfofit Lem 3 smartwatch has an ECG tool, which is certified by the CFDA. However, a lack of explanation means the accuracy of these measurements remains to be determined. The wearable also allegedly has non-invasive blood glucose tracking, Bluetooth calling and a voice assistant.

The Watch S3 is one of three wearables that Xiaomi has presented today at MWC 2024. The most unusual of the trio on the face of it, the Xiaomi Watch S3 has a modular design, plus a large AMOLED display and over two weeks of quoted battery life.

The Xiaomi Watch 2 is now orderable across Europe and the UK. One of the cheapest modern Wear OS smartwatches around, the Xiaomi Watch 2 has a large AMOLED display, a Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 chipset and up to 65 hours of battery life.

The Huawei Watch GT 4 seems to be receiving new software. However, the version number for the update is almost identical to that of an earlier release from January. Both the changelog and the size of the software suggest that this is a different version, bringing improved stability to the smartwatch.

Huawei has released a new Watch GT 3 Pro update, which brings Harmony OS 4 to the smartwatch. Features with the latest software include an enhanced app grid, a screen lock tool for use during workouts and customization of how workout data is displayed. Other optimizations improved the always-on-display and training data accuracy.

A new SuuntoPlus Stryd sport app is now available, providing advanced running metrics for smartwatches. Stryd is a running power meter which must be purchased separately from the Suunto wearable. Real-time measurements included with the app are Leg Spring Stiffness, Impact Loading Rate, Vertical Oscillation and Ground Contact Time.

Oppo has announced the Watch X, its next smartwatch and its return to the Wear OS ecosystem. Arriving later this month, the Oppo Watch X appears to share most features with the upcoming OnePlus Watch 2. While only one promotional image has officially been released so far, numerous marketing and hands-on images have already leaked online.

OnePlus is already hyping unprecedented battery life for its upcoming Watch 2. Now, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially tested the hardware on which this claim is based. The leak also confirms a number of additional specs for the "new flagship" wearable in advance.

One of the world's biggest retailers has outlined the release date and launch pricing of another Xiaomi smartwatch. Joining the Xiaomi Watch 2 across Europe, the Middle East and South America, the Xiaomi Watch S3 will be much cheaper than the company's Wear OS offerings but with innovative design elements.

Xiaomi has not officially released the Watch 2 yet, let alone confirmed its existence. Nonetheless, Amazon has already opened pre-orders for the Wear OS smartwatch in Germany, confirming its launch pricing and release date in the process.

Garmin has introduced yet another software update for its current batch of flagship smartwatches. Rolling out now through its Beta Program as Beta Version 16.18, the update contains several bug fixes that were outstanding on earlier builds.

Samsung has presented its latest smartwatch. Rather than another Galaxy Watch model, the company has decided to return to its Galaxy Fit series after over a three-year absence. Unsurprisingly, the new smartwatch contains various upgrades over its predecessor, including a 1.6-inch AMOLED display.

The Garmin beta version 15.02 is rolling out to various Instinct 2 smartwatches over the air. The software is now available through this method to the majority of eligible users, with a side loading option also on offer. The update provides a range of bug fixes to the wearable, though some users have flagged further issues.

Casio has continued celebrating the 40th anniversary of the G-Shock watch line with the release of the MRG-B5000R flagship variant. Encased in titanium and Cobarion alloys and accented in gold, this G-Shock variant ships with a Dura Soft band instead of the titanium band of the original.

OnePlus has confirmed that its second-gen smartwatch is indeed "coming soon", as a star of the OEM's MWC 2024 show. Its hype as a "New Flagship" product with potentially unprecedented battery life is now definitely underway; then again, the OEM has also announced that the Watch 2 will debut with a combination of discounts and free gifts valued at up to ~$190 in some regions.

Garmin is now selling a new entry in its Forerunner smartwatch series. Arriving in two variants and four colour options, the new smartwatches start at significantly less than the Forerunner 265 that Garmin has been selling since last year.

OnePlus has now begun teasing its next smartwatch, one that it describes as 'a new face in the OnePlus flagship family'. While the OnePlus Watch 2 was rumoured to debut during MWC 2024 with a Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset running Wear OS, a leaker now claims that the smartwatch could arrive before then.

A European retailer has shared initial details about a forthcoming Garmin product release. Rumoured to be a long-awaited successor to the Forerunner 55, the unnamed smartwatch is anticipated to arrive in two variants as the Forerunner 165 and Forerunner 165 Music.

A new update has arrived for current flagship Garmin smartwatches. Currently distributed through the company's Beta Program, the update is available for Pro and non-Pro smartwatches, unlike its predecessor.