Smartwatch

The Garmin Beta Version 14.67 has arrived for various smartwatches, including the Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro, Epix 2, Epix 2 Pro and Enduro. The update provides bug fixes for problems with Body Battery, the music player and translation. The software is available to download on wearables enrolled in the Garmin Beta Program.

Black Shark - which started out as Xiaomi's gaming smartphone division - has heralded its "new gaming era" with the Green Ghost controller. It boasts ALPS joysticks for enhanced "durability" and "2,000-level accuracy". It has been joined by a new smartwatch, open-ear earbuds and a new MagCooler 3 Pro in the brand's updated web-store.

It should now be possible to more closely analyse your sleep quality when using a Garmin smartwatch and an iPhone or iPad. As of Garmin Connect v4.71, iOS and iPadOS will be able to access sleep stage data, not just sleep duration.

The Fitbit Charge 5 has had a good run so far, with the fitness tracker recently reaching its second anniversary. Seemingly, Fitbit has started teasing a follow-up, which is expected to launch on September 28 as the Fitbit Charge 6.

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Watch6 Classic PXG Edition, the fourth special edition version of the Galaxy Watch6 series. The PXG Edition is available in 43 mm and 47 mm variants, but only in South Korea for now.

Google has already confirmed its plan to release the Pixel Watch 2 in a few weeks. In the meantime, a new report alleges that the smartwatch has a skin temperature sensor, a new EDA sensor and various features from the Fitbit ecosystem.

Xiaomi is moving ever closer to releasing the Watch 2 Pro, its first Wear OS-based smartwatch in three years. While the company has not confirmed a launch date yet, a new leak points to a September 26 introduction for the Watch 2 Pro alongside the Xiaomi 13T series in Berlin. The same leak has also detailed several highlights of the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, including a Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 chipset and a 500 mAh battery.

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 GPS smartwatch is now available in various markets, including North America and Europe. The 42.2 mm (~1.7-in) wide device has a 1.2-in AMOLED display and can last up to 11 days with typical use. Other features include Morning Report, Body Battery energy monitoring and Garmin Pay contactless payments.

Polar has offered insights into the Vantage V3, likely the company's next smartwatch. Not only has Polar confirmed the existence of the Vantage V3, but it has also shown product images and pricing details.

Garmin has released the Tactix 7 AMOLED, a model that slots in below the Pro Ballistics edition at US$1,399.99. The Garmin Tactix 7 AMOLED is available to order now but only as a 51 mm smartwatch.

Reportedly, Garmin is on the verge of replacing the Vivoactive 4 series, over four years after releasing the Vivoactive 4 and Vivoactive 4S. The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is rumoured to arrive later this week for under €300 but only in a single 42 mm case size.

ESR's latest charging accessory is touted as the ideal gadget for a user that carries an iPhone, an Apple Watch and AirPods around with them while travelling. The 3-in-1 Travel Wireless Charging Set is thus rated to wirelessly charge all 3 at once thanks to its innovative new "Made for Watch" module that plugs into the rest of it via USB type-C.

Garmin is now rolling out Beta Version 14.66 to various smartwatches, including the Fenix 7 series. Also available on the Epix 2, Enduro 2, Quatix 7 and Marq Gen 2 series, the update brings various changes to eligible smartwatches as Garmin looks to build on Version 14.36.

The Pixel Watch 2 may have practically the same design as its predecessor. However, it appears that Google is hoping that a pair of new metal bands will help distinguish its second-generation smartwatch from the original Pixel Watch.

Xiaomi has now revealed that it will soon release the Watch 2 Pro, its first Wear OS smartwatch since the Mi Watch in 2020. The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro may retail for under €250 and should directly challenge established Wear OS smartwatches, such as the Galaxy Watch6, Pixel Watch 2 and TicWatch Pro 5.

European prices for the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro have emerged online. Reportedly based on Wear OS, the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro will also be available with optional LTE or in a cheaper Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-only model.

Vivo is now said to have a new smartwatch to launch alongside its upcoming X100 series of Android smartphones. The two kinds of device is thought to have independent mobile data and OLED screens in common. The Watch 3, however, is more likely to have a circular display and to track health metrics, although it might also have something in common with the foldable X Flip.

Huawei has showcased the Watch Ultimate Gold Edition, an even more premium alternative to the Watch Ultimate. Billed as the company's 'first gold smartwatch', the Watch Ultimate Gold Edition will arrive next month for €2,999.

Allegedly, Xiaomi's next smartwatch will run Wear OS, a first for the company since the Mi Watch. The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro is rumoured to pack a 500 mAh battery, a Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and an AMOLED display, among other features.

Fresh details about the Google Pixel Watch 2 have emerged online ahead of the device's October 4 launch. Purportedly, Google will offer a sort of fast charging with its second-generation smartwatch, unlike its predecessor. The same leak has highlighted the Pixel Watch 2's colourways, as well as its default watch band options.

The Garmin Public Beta Version 16.18 update for the Forerunner 945 LTE smartwatch is now rolling out. The software brings new features like muscle maps, glances and activities. Plus, the update includes bug fixes addressing problems with Pace Pro and Spotify alongside new Sensor Hub firmware.

The Garmin Birthday Sale is now on, offering deals on smartwatches, including the Venu 2, Epix 2 and Forerunner 745. The price cut and available models differ between countries, with the US seeing discounts of up to US$200, the UK £100 and the Netherlands €190. Plus, similar deals can be found at Amazon.

Spigen has released a new and lightweight watch band for the Pixel Watch, shortly before Google introduces the likely compatible Pixel Watch 2. The Spigen Lite Fit weighs just 14 g and is orderable for US$24.99.

The Huawei Watch GT 4 has allegedly leaked again just days before its official debut. This new tip purports to add a final strap option to one of the wearable's variants. Even more importantly, however, it comes with hints that the watch will inherit one of its series' biggest potential advantages in 2023.

Huawei is days away from releasing new smartwatches. In the meantime, a renowned leaker has revealed what smartwatches Huawei intends to launch next week, as well as pricing and a full set of official marketing images.

Google has now revealed the full designs of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, as well as the Pixel Watch 2. While the trio will not arrive until next month, Google has already shared various previously unknown hardware details about its second-generation smartwatch.

Amazfit has started pushing a new update to the T-Rex Ultra, one of its most recent smartwatches. With the device's latest update, it is now possible to track more activities and receive more data about others. Amazfit has overhauled its maps app too, among other changes.

The Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic are finally eligible for One UI 5 Watch, Samsung's spin-off of Wear OS 4. Arriving as HWH3 for both devices, One UI 5 Watch introduces various changes for the Galaxy Watch4 series and is available to download now.

Samsung ships the Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic with new quick-release watch bands. While the watch bands are fundamentally the same as those that Samsung includes with the Galaxy Watch5 series, Galaxy Watch6 owners are now reporting problems with the new connector.

The Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro are some of the first smartwatches that support 'Watch Unlock', a long-awaited feature that Google originally debuted with Wear OS 3 as Smart Lock. While the feature is not live yet, it has already reached Galaxy Watch5 series models that have been updated to One UI 5 Watch and Wear OS 4.

According to a new report, Xiaomi is preparing to launch its next flagship smartwatch as the Watch 2 Pro, not the Watch S2 Pro. The same source has also shared official images of the unreleased smartwatch, as well as an approximate release date and launch pricing.

Garmin has started rolling out one of its biggest updates this year. Available across the Enduro 2, Fenix 7, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 965 and Venu 2, the update brings several new features, such as new Activity Profiles, Muscle Maps for cardio, pilates and HIIT, as well as its proprietary Gaming Activity.

Huawei has revealed plans to soon offer successors to its popular Watch GT 3 series. Arriving two days after Apple presents its next devices, Huawei is expected to unleash two versions of the Watch GT 4, both running HarmonyOS 4.

The Withings ScanWatch 2 is the company's most advanced hybrid smartwatch yet, in part thanks to its bevvy of health monitoring features. Not only can the ScanWatch 2 monitor your skin temperature, but it can also take ECGs and will last upwards of a month between charges.

Amazfit has now launched the Balance, a 46 mm smartwatch with a 1.5-inch AMOLED display. The Amazfit Balance is orderable now in multiple markets, including the Eurozone, and has dual-band GPS, a 475 mAh battery and supports detailed body composition measurement, among other features.

Samsung is now distributing One UI 5 Watch to the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro. Rolling out with build numbers ending in BWH3, the update brings Wear OS 4 to the Galaxy Watch5 series with various performance improvements and new features.

Samsung has released another limited edition Galaxy Watch6 model, following up on last month's Golf Edition. This time, it has presented the Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition, which Samsung claims is inspired by the astrolabe, an ancient astronomical instrument used to calculate the positions of celestial bodies.

Apple has been developing 3D printing techniques for manufacturing its products over the past three years, reports Bloomberg. It has been trialing the new method on the Series 9 Apple Watch models that feature steel cases, which are expected to launch next month.

Google has now outlined its next Made by Google event. According to the company, the event will be where it introduces 'the latest additions to our Pixel portfolio', which is expected to consist of at least the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2.

The Coros Pace 3 is a compact smartwatch available in multiple styles for US$229. According to the company, the Pace 3 packs plenty of features into its 11.7 mm shell and should deliver up to 24 days of continuous use thanks to its transflective LCD panel.

Garmin has unveiled the Venu 3 and Venu 3S, a pair of smartwatches that are available in multiple styles. According to Garmin, the Venu 3 series contains several firsts for its smartwatches, including nap tracking and wheelchair mode. The new Venu models also have a revised design, among other changes.

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro remain a few weeks away, with Google rumoured to be lining up an October launch for both smartphones. In the meantime, Google has revealed an official Pixel 8 Pro promotional image, confirming the device's impending arrival in a new Porcelain colour option. The same image appears to include the Pixel Watch 2, too.

The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar and Forerunner 55 smartwatches will be used in a fitness study of the U.S. Space Force Guardians. The wearables will be used to track biometrics and physical activity, with the aim of using the wearables to replace the annual physical fitness assessments, saving time and money.

The Garmin Public Beta version 15.20 is now available for Venu 2, Venu 2s and Venu 2 Plus smartwatches. The change log provided with the new software is similar to that of the previous update, v15.12, including the Gaming activity. However, the latest update brings new Sensor Hub firmware for the Venu 2 Plus.

Leaked marketing materials for CMF's first products have emerged online. Purportedly, the Nothing sub-brand plans to release a smartwatch next month, as well as a pair of orange earbuds and an accompanying GaN charger.