Smartwatch

Another update for the Zepp Health app has arrived for Amazfit smartwatch users. Building on the major version 10.0 release, it fixes an issue linked to heart rate metric tracking. Plus, there is a new Gear Management feature, as well as wider changes to the home page and existing tools.

Whilst the budget-oriented Samsung Galaxy A17 is scheduled for as many as six major Android updates, the Motorola Moto G17 will apparently receive none – and will even ship with an outdated version of Android to boot. Motorola has confirmed that it doesn’t see any requirement to provide OS updates in the EU either.

The Apple iPhone will soon work better with smartwatches from Garmin, Huawei, Pebble and others, as Apple is introducing two major improvements for iPhone users in the EU with the update to iOS 26.3.

Garmin has released a fresh update to many of its high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update introduces improvements ahead of an impending stable software rollout.

Garmin has acknowledged a recent Connect app connectivity issue and confirmed that this has been resolved in a recent update. This problem has been reported by many users of smartwatches, including the Fenix 8. However, some users may need to take additional steps to repair their wearable and iOS device.

The Amazfit Active 2 smartwatches are receiving another software update. Version 6.9.0.1 appears to resolve an issue linked to BioCharge energy level monitoring, a feature which was only available for some customers after another recent update. Plus, there are other improvements linked to Sleep Score, Weather and brightness controls.

The latest Garmin Connect update is apparently causing serious issues. According to numerous users, smartwatches can no longer properly connect to smartphones after the update. A workaround solves the problem at least temporarily.

A smart ring, a ring watch, and a smartwatch – the Rogbid Fusion is supposed to combine three devices in one. The wearable can be used like a smart ring with adjustable sizing or as a smartwatch, and is intended to collect a wide range of health data.

A new Huawei running smartwatch has been announced. The wearable has been developed in partnership with professional athletes like Eliud Kipchoge, using their professional experience to inform its functionality. Features are expected to include GPS tracking, health metric monitoring and an energy level monitoring tool.

Amazfit’s T-Rex 3 smartwatch is currently receiving the firmware version 4.4.1.3 update. This brings a new Podcast app to the wearable and also resolves several bugs. While such releases are typically rolled out in phases, starting with North America, this update has already been received by some users in Europe.

Zepp Health has announced several new Mini Apps for Amazfit smartwatches. Popular new arrivals include a professional on-watch lux meter and a virtual pet. Plus, one customer has also spotted a new Food Log app, allowing users to view information on the wearable, which was previously only available in the Zepp smartphone app.

Garmin is currently rolling out beta version 13.18 to users of three of its smartwatch models. This brings a new watch face for some users, alongside a Strength activity-related bug fix. Plus, users of the Instinct 3, Instinct E and Instinct Crossover smartwatches are also getting a range of more minor improvements.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro is currently receiving the firmware version 4.4.1.3 update. This release focuses on bug fixes, tackling problems linked to paired headphones and page stutter. Plus, it resolves issues related to a range of workout types, including Rucking, Track Run and Strength Training.

The Tank M4C is a new smartwatch that relatively affordable price and offers a robust feature set. For instance, the watch can be used as a flashlight and to communicate via a walkie talkie function.

Features of the Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 smartwatch could have been leaked. Two sources appear to have revealed some of the wearables' specifications, including a MicroLED screen and a possible titanium casing. Plus, there are rumors about the release date and pricing of the premium watch.

Garmin has launched a new update for multiple smartwatches. Rolling out now, the update brings more than a dozen new features and improvements to compatible smartwatches, including multiple changes relating to Garmin's heart-rate variability chart.

Huawei has partnered with the Japanese company Honma to develop a new variant of the Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro, which sports both design adjustments and new features. The smartwatch still features a titanium case, ECG feature and 21-day battery life.

Some Amazfit smartwatch users are receiving a refreshed version of the Zepp smartphone app. Alongside the tweaked design, there is a new feature designed to motivate you to reach new fitness goals. However, it is unclear when this functionality will be available for all users of Amazfit wearables.

The Strava and Komoot apps for Apple Watch were recently updated. In both cases, these releases bring a range of new features, including navigation tools and support for offline maps. However, while the latter is available for all users of one app, it is only offered to subscribers for the other.

Garmin updated one of its high-end smartwatches earlier this month with a new version. Now, the company has already discounted its recent release. Older styles can be picked up for even heavier discounts, though.

The Garmin System Software 5.10 update is rolling out to users of one of the brand’s older smartwatches. This is the first release for this wearable in around two years. According to the change log, users of the Approach S12 are receiving two bug fixes with this stable update.

HMD Global, best known for Nokia smartphones, is now entering the smartwatch market. The brand-new HMD Watch X1 and Watch P1 aim to impress with relatively long battery life, high-quality displays and over 700 activity modes.

A new app for Garmin smartwatches not only tracks your caffeine intake but also estimates your current blood-caffeine level. This feature could help you determine the optimal time for your last cup of coffee.

Garmin has released a new update for one of its smartwatches. Software version 25.11 resolves an issue linked to wrist-based heart rate measurements, as well as a map related problem. Garmin has confirmed that all users of the Approach S70 golfing smartwatch can now download this update.

The Garmin Fenix 8, Fenix E, Enduro 3 and Tactix 8 smartwatches are getting a new beta update. The version 21.18 release tackles an issue linked to the wearable’s HRV feature. Plus, the change log also lists an improvement related to the Garmin Messenger app experience. 

A new study shows that the Apple Watch can warn of heart problems and thus potentially save lives. Using a wearable device even offers advantages over routine checkups with the doctor.

Garmin system software 8.04 is now available for two of the brand’s smartwatches. This new update tackles a range of issues with the wearables, one of which is linked to the music app. Plus, this release also addresses a range of golf-related problems faced by users of the Approach S44 and Approach S50 watches.

Garmin is rolling out beta version 16.16 for one of its smartwatches. It is the third release in the 16.xx testing cycle, which began in December 2025. This release brings the recently announced Garmin Connect+ nutrition logging feature to users of some Venu and vivoactive models, but there’s a catch.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch is receiving a new update: software version 4.3.8.4. The release builds on the earlier version 4.3.8.2 update, which did not make it to all users of the wearable. This newer version includes an additional bug fix, alongside the two new metrics and voice memo tool, which began rolling out in January 2026.

Honor now offers a new smartwatch that provides a novel way of evaluating cardiovascular risk, which may well set a precedent for future smartwatches. We give an overview of the new metric that has found its way into the wearables sector for the first time.

Following a recent software update, many users have reported severe issues with their Garmin smartwatches. In some cases, devices appear to have lost a significant portion of their functionality, effectively rendering them unusable as smartwatches.

The Garmin Fenix 8 AMOLED smartwatch’s automatic brightness adjustment feature has been causing issues. In a thread on the company’s forum, many users have complained about the minimum brightness level being too low, while others have suggested that the screen is still too bright for them in low lighting.

Garmin has just launched a new chronograph globally. To mark its arrival, the company has issued a new update for many of its recent smartwatches that adds support for the Xero C2 in the process.

Garmin has launched a new update for many of its upper mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out now, the update should arrive as an over-the-air (OTA) download within the next few days.

Garmin has released a new update for many of its older high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally now, the new update introduces 20 changes and improvements that should improve compatible smartwatches in numerous areas.

A new beta update is rolling out to three of Garmin’s older mid-range smartwatches. While the change log lists two bug fixes, it appears that the company has also tackled a more recent issue linked to music apps like Spotify and YouTube Music. This release is now available for all users of the Venu 3, Venu 3s and vivoactive 5.

The Garmin Forerunner 570 smartwatch is currently discounted at a US retailer. The limited deal is available on the larger of the two sizes, and in one minimalist colorway. Features of the running smartwatch include an AMOLED display, built-in speakers and a microphone, and popular tools like Morning Report.

A new beta update has arrived for a range of Garmin's older premium smartwatches. This appears to be the last release in the 25.xx testing cycle, suggesting that all users of the Fenix 7 and related smartwatches could receive a version of this update in the near future.

A new Garmin smartwatch, the Approach J1, has been revealed ahead of its upcoming global release. This model is the first of its kind, aimed at a new market for the brand. It has some more unusual features, and also offers an AMOLED display, GPS and an up to 10-day battery life with typical use.

Garmin has relaunched one of its latest high-end smartwatches with a new version. Already available to order in two colours, the new model adds a ceramic coating that should make it more durable than Garmin's other smartwatches.

The Polar Vantage M3, Grit X2 Pro, Ignite 3 and two other smartwatches are receiving a major firmware update to Polar OS 5. The latest operating system offers new widgets as well as numerous convenience features and improvements.

The Honor Watch GS 5 promises excellent value for money with its aluminum casing, 1,500-nit AMOLED display and a battery life of up to 23 days. The most interesting feature of the watch, however, is its purported ability to assess the risk of certain cardiovascular problems.

The Huawei Watch Ultimate Design Royal Gold smartwatch is now available in Europe. Revealed in 2025, this is a premium wearable with casing made from liquid metal, a ceramic bezel and gold plating. It offers a wide range of features, including eSIM calling, Health Glance and support for diving with an underwater messaging system.

A new update is rolling out to the Huawei Watch Ultimate 2. Currently available for users in China, this HarmonyOS release brings a new feature to help users monitor their risk of heart disease. It also brings a new wheelchair activity tracking mode, and improvements for Skiing and Outdoor Cycling activities.

The Garmin software version 15.52 update is currently rolling out to three of the brand’s smartwatch models. This stable release is said to bring improvements and bug fixes, alongside other changes which appear to benefit Garmin. The update is rolling out in phases to users of the Venu 4, Venu X1 and vivoactive 6 smartwatches.

A legal dispute could turn into a serious problem for various notable wearable manufacturers, and a sales ban for certain smartwatches might be the consequence. The issue concerns a fairly common feature, namely fall detection.

Garmin has launched a new beta update for many of its recent flagship smartwatches. A beta update for now, the build is said to improve the navigation experience across smartwatches like the Fenix 8 and Fenix 8 Pro while also refining Portal watch face readability.

Software version 15.52 is currently rolling out to the Garmin Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches. The release brings minor improvements to users of these wearables, as well as a range of bug fixes. In a recent forum post, the company confirms how many users have received the update so far.

The Honor Watch GS 5 is a new and lightweight smartwatch that is also fairly thin and is promoted with a wide range of health features. The watch is even supposed to warn of sudden cardiac arrest, which might even save lives, in theory.

Garmin has released a new stable update for some of its older smartwatches. The first of 2026, the new update should improve the scrolling and touchscreen experience in some cases while also addressing Garmin Coach Plans issues too.