Wearable

OnePlus has announced a new MSRP for the OnePlus Watch 3 that's much closer but slightly higher than the launch price. It will also offer a refund of the difference to those who bought the watch at the higher price.

The specifications and pricing of the Huawei Watch Fit 4 and the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro have been leaked by a European retailer. The listings indicate that they both have an AMOLED display and GPS tracking. Plus, it appears that the Watch Fit 4 Pro could have more advanced health-tracking sensors.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic was the last smartwatch to feature a rotating bezel and the company skipped the feature on the Galaxy Watch 7 series. It is now being speculated that the Watch 8 Classic will bring the rotating bezel back.

The Sony WH-1000XM6 has appeared online again in a new leak. This time, its latest appearance indicates that Sony is nearly ready to replace the WH-1000XM5, possibly in time for the third anniversary of its popular wireless over-ear headphones.

Casio is about to launch two new Pro Trek watches in Japan, the PRW-35LD-5 and the PRW-35TLD-7. These Lume Dial series watches have a phosphorescent element that allows for a longer illumination time. Plus, the PRW-35TLD-7 is crafted with premium materials like titanium and sapphire crystal glass.

The CMF Buds 2 Plus earbuds arrive as a more affordable alternative to the CMF Buds Pro 2 released last year. They have hybrid ANC, LDAC support, and a battery life of 61.5 hours with the case.

It looks as though Huawei has more than the Watch 5 waiting in the wings. New leaks has also shared information about the Watch Fit 4, as well as pricing information for the Watch 5, which is set to arrive in two sizes.

The Huawei Watch Ultimate smartwatch is receiving another global HarmonyOS 5 update. Firmware version 5.0.0.23 brings an improvement to one of the features that was added to a major update a few months ago. Plus, there are said to be general system stability enhancements for the wearable.

A new report has offered fresh insights the state of the Galaxy Watch series going forward. Apparently, Samsung is not planning on a successor to the Galaxy Watch6 Classic anytime soon.

Garmin is gradually working towards delivering new stable updates to the Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro and other associated smartwatches. In the meantime, the company has released a fresh beta update worldwide that brings new bug fixes to the table, such as one that could cause Incident Detection to kick in during unsupported activities.

NewSound’s latest OTC hearing aids use Femtosense’s on-device AI technology to enhance speech clarity without relying on cloud-based processing.

Huawei will be officially unveiling the Watch 5 on May 15 globally. In the meantime, two videos have hinted at what Huawei has in store for its Watch 4 successor. Not only will the Huawei Watch 5 feature a modernised design, but it also appears to feature a new sensor that can monitor health metrics directly from your fingertip.

The Garmin Forerunner 165, Forerunner 255, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965 smartwatches are receiving a new beta update. Version 23.15 is currently rolling out to eligible users in phases. The release brings a series of bug fixes to the wearables, addressing problems linked to Stress and various activities.

Casio is about to launch a new version of the GA-2100 watch in India. Designed in collaboration with graffiti artist Mooze, the wearable has a simple watch face and a bold design on the strap. Features are expected to include 20 bar water resistance, support for world time and an LED backlight.

The new Casio G-Shock Hidden Shine series has leaked, showing off four white resin models with icy blue accents and dark LCDs. The capsule includes the GA-110, GA-2100, GA-700, and DW-6900.

Casio has listed the AQ-S820-1AV and AQ-S820W-3B watches at its online store in the UK, revealing their price in this market. Images of this new model in various colors leaked a few days ago. Confirmed features include Tough Solar charging, support for a range of world time zones, and a countdown timer that can run for up to 100 hours. 

Garmin has brought almost two dozen changes to its current flagship smartwatches with via another beta update. Focusing on bug fixes once again, almost 150 changes appeared to be planned for the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8 and Tactix 8 in a future stable update.

Casio’s fitness-focused G-Shock GBD-200-1 watch is now available for just $116.35 on Amazon, thanks to a significant 22% discount on its list price. The digital watch features a sleek square face design, Bluetooth connectivity, shock-resistant structure, a 2-year battery life, and 200 m (20 bar) water resistance. Good for outdoor enthusiasts, with a decent set of training features.

Casio has launched the G-Shock GA-V01 watches in countries across Europe, such as the UK and the Netherlands. The hybrid wearable is available in four colors, and has already launched in other markets. It has an unusual design and features like a stopwatch, countdown timer and multiple alarms.

The Vivo Watch 5 boasts over three weeks of battery life despite weighing less than 35 g. The Vivo Watch 5 features an ultra-bright display too, and can even detect potential blood pressure problems.

The Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition smartwatches are now available globally. These new wearables have a built-in flashlight and a range of exclusive features such as a night vision mode and a rucking activity. Plus, two of the three watches offer solar charging for an unlimited battery life.

Garmin has started rolling out a new update to Instinct E and Instinct 3 beta testers. Available as Beta Version 9.13, the update focuses on resolving bugs that could cause smartwatches to crash when using Garmin Share, plugging them into a computer or when using Body Battery functionality.

Casio has confirmed that the new G-Shock MRG-BF1000RG-3A Goliath Frogman watch will be released in the UK with a high price tag. This model leaked earlier this year and is already confirmed to be launching in Japan in the near future. Features include Dive Mode, Bluetooth connectivity and Tough Solar charging.

Garmin’s popular ECG app has been released to various smartwatch users in the UK and Switzerland. It arrived in other European countries earlier in 2025 and is compatible with models like the Fenix 7 Pro, Fenix 8 and Tactix 8. The ECG app can be used to track your heart rate and rhythm and can detect early signs of AFib.

The first evidence that Garmin is finally ready to replace the Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 has emerged online. While past rumours suggested that the Forerunner 975 was next up, it looks like the Forerunner 970 could become official within the next weeks or so.

Casio has brought the GA-V01 series G-Shock watches to America. They feature a bold design that embodies the toughness the G-Shock brand is known for as reimagined by Tomohiro Hamaue.

Garmin is gradually moving towards bringing a new stable update to its older flagships like the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro. In the meantime, it has flighted a new beta update that brings half a dozen changes to the table, including a fix for a pesky bug that could cause system crashes when powering down an affected smartwatch.

We now have our first look at the Casio G-Shock GBX-100S series watches that leaked earlier in April. Two new translucent-shell variants are on their way, with features like tide data, moon phase, Bluetooth sync, and dual-tone straps.

Casio has launched the AEQ120W-1BV, and AEQ120W-7AV watches in the US. These are relatively affordable models with an oversized casing and round watch face. They support world time, offer a Telememo feature and are expected to run for up to 10 years on a single battery.

Casio appears to be about to launch a new model: the LF-30W. Four watches in this series have appeared at retailers in Vietnam and Macau, each offering a different colored resin casing and strap. Features of the analog-style watch include support for world time and a stopwatch.

The Casio AQ-S820 has just surfaced in new black, green, and beige colorways. This solar-powered analog-digital watch looks to be a quiet reissue, staying true to its simple, bare-bones design.

The Insta360 X5 is now official and available to order for $549.99 worldwide. Equipped with a much larger 360-degree camera sensor than the Insta360 X4, the new action camera also contains upgrades like a larger battery and interchangeable lenses, among other improvements.

The Garmin Fenix 8 Solar smartwatch appears to share some technology with its predecessor. A recent teardown of the wearable, which was launched in 2024, revealed that several chips are the same as those used in the Fenix 7X. However, it also shows the latest GNSS chip and other upgrades like the microphone and speaker.

The launch of the Insta360 X5 is almost upon us. While the new action camera will not be arriving until later today, a ful unboxing video has already been posted online.

The Casio G-Shock DW-5600 series is set to gain two limited edition watches in Japan. New versions of the DW-5600EP-4 and the DW-5600RW-1 models have been designed in collaboration with football club Kochi United Sports Club and will launch in the coming weeks. Features include a five year battery life estimate, a stopwatch and an alarm.

Casio has announced its latest G-Shock watch, the MR-G Frogman MRG-BF1000RG, taking color and design inspiration from the Goliath frog. The titanium watch features solar charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and dive time tracking features for divers.

The Garmin beta version 14.06 update is now rolling out to some users. The release notes state that users of the Venu 3, Venu 3s and vivoactive 5 smartwatches gain improvements to the new passcode feature. Plus, there are bug fixes for issues linked to some watch faces and workouts.

The Insta360 X5 is not official just yet. While Insta360 is not launching its next action camera for a few days, launch pricing, specifications and early camera samples have already appeared online via various sources.

Jacques Bianchi has introduced its latest JB200 Aquastrike dive watch collection. The company’s new dive watch collection comes with modern dial colors, including blue, yellow, orange, and green. Other features include a 42 mm stainless steel case, a Swiss Soprod P024 automatic movement, and 200 mm (20 bar) water resistance.

Casio's upcoming G-Shock MR-G BF1000RG-3AJR is almost confirmed for release in May, with Japan expected to get it first. This olive green, titanium-cased dive model will be priced in the ballpark of $4,000.

Tesco has rolled out menopause-friendly product bays in 93 UK stores, offering QR-linked health education in partnership with GenM. The move reflects growing demand for accessible, tech-enabled support in women’s health. It may shift how mainstream retailers engage with femtech going forward.

A leak has revealed that a new pair of Motorola-branded earbuds and smartwatch are on the way. The earbuds will have an open-ear design and a jewelry-like finish while the smartwatch will have a square dial.

Casio is continuing its push for more sustainable watches, bringing another eco-friendly G-Shock model, the G-5600BG, to the US market following the release of the GA010CE series. The watch features a band and bezel made out of recycled resin materials derived from other Casio watches.

Casio’s shock-resistant, rugged metal G-Shock GM-2100-1A analog digital watch is now 22% off on Amazon, reaching its lowest-ever price. The G-Shock GM-2100-1A features a metal-clad design, a 1/100-second stopwatch, 5 daily alarms, a 3-year battery life, and 200 m water resistance.

The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar, and Instinct E smartwatches are currently receiving beta version 9.09. This update arrives a few days after its predecessor, bringing two bug fixes to these newer wearables. According to the change log, they tackle problems related to activities.

As midge season hits, a game changing 3D printed ring could be the solution we have all been waiting for. Using IR3535 repellent, this wearable tech offers long lasting protection without the sticky mess of sprays.

New leak points towards five brand-new Casio G-Shock models under the "Black and Bold Red" series, featuring matte black cases and bold red displays. The previously leaked DW-5600BBR-1 now appears to be part of a wider release.

Garmin is not waiting around with its latest development cycle. Having recently pushed a beta update to the Fenix 8, Tactix 8 and others with nearly 20 changes from a prior build, the company has not started rolling out a fresh update that brings even more bug fixes and new features to the party.

Casio has confirmed that the Vintage A130WE-7A watch is coming to the UK soon. It will join two other models in this line-up of gadgety devices, which were released in March. Features include support for multiple stored time zones, a stopwatch and up to five daily alarms.

Casio is expected to launch the new G-Shock MTG-B2000YBD-2A watch in Japan in May. This premium model offers an alternative colorway to the MTG-B2000YBD-1A, which was released several years ago. Features of this radio-controlled watch are thought to include Bluetooth connectivity, support for world time and a particularly durable structure.