Smartwatch

Garmin has announced that the rollout of its latest software is underway. The update is available for a range of its smartwatches, including the Fenix 7 and Epix, and several bike computers. New features for the wearables include Morning Report and Running Power, while the cycling computers receive Targeted Adaptive Coaching and Spectator Messaging tools.

Huawei has started distributing a new update to the Watch FIT 2, one of the company’s many smartwatches. Rolling out as HarmonyOS 2.1.0.177, the update brings several new features to the Watch FIT 2, such as a Running Ability Index metric and the expansion of the device’s alarm functionality.

Google has brought a feature from Fitbit to the Pixel Watch. Available globally, Sleep Profiles is aimed at detecting changes in sleep patterns. The new feature is tied to a Fitbit Premium membership though, which costs US$9.99 per month or US$79.99 annually.

ESTG is selling the M16 smartwatch worldwide via AliExpress. The gadget has listed health features such as blood pressure, blood oxygen level and heart rate monitors. You can also use the device to make and receive calls via Bluetooth. Plus, a 600 mAh battery provides up to 10 days of life with typical use.

Garmin has discounted its Fenix 6 Sapphire smartwatch in the US, Australia and Canada. Customers in Australia can find the most significant price reduction of AU$640 (~US$425), with those in the US and Canada saving US$350 and CA$480 (~US$358), respectively. The wearable has a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal lens, heart rate sensor and pulse oximeter.

The Fitbit Sense 2 and Fitbit Versa 4 smartwatches now have the Google Wallet app, allowing you to make contactless payments via Google Pay. The company has also announced that the Google Maps app will shortly be available for the wearables, though to use it, it must be the only app running on your watch.

Fossil has included its latest Wear OS 3-capable smartwatches in its Black Friday 2022 event - albeit not for very long. The OEM claims that its deals on the Snapdragon Wear 4100 Plus-powered wearables are only around for the next 3 days. Many Gen 6 variants, its hybrid model included, are available at these new lower prices until then.

Mobvoi's latest smart treadmill is its first with an incline function. It is rated to reproduce a gradual slope for "more challenging" walking- or running-based work-outs at home. The new piece of gym tech also has a full-color screen that can sync with a user's smartwatch to show metrics such as heart rate. The Home Treadmill incline has a fold-away design and is available to order from now.

The Pixel 7 Pro has been temporarily reduced in price from US$899 to US$749 as part of Google’s grand Black Friday sale. US$150 has also been lopped off the price of the Pixel 6a, while there are discounts for the Pixel 7 smartphone, a whole host of Nest devices, and even the Pixel Watch and Fitbit Sense 2.

Google has released new features to the Pixel Watch app as part of its November 2022 update. Not only has Google included several bug fixes, but the company has also integrated greater Fitbit functionality, which still remains lacking compared to Fitbit's flagship smartwatches.

Samsung introduced the option of body-composition analysis with the fourth generation of its high-end Galaxy Watch series. The OEM launched the new sensor in question with claims that it was as capable as conventional clinical machines in its job. Now, recently-published research may show how well these assertions hold up under lab conditions.

The unannounced Motorola Moto Watch 70 comes with 23 sports modes, has full compatibility with Android and iOS handsets, and its battery life can reach 14 days. It also sports a 1.69-inch color display with 240 x 280 pixels and a Zinc-alloy case. The price tag for Canada reads C$99 (roughly US$75).

DIZO may have the Watch D Plus in the pipeline, but the company has also just started selling the Watch R Talk Go. Available globally, the Watch R Talk Go ships in three colours, each with matching watch bands. The DIZO Watch R Talk Go should offer long battery life too, among other features.

KESHUYOU is selling the GT5 smartwatch globally via AliExpress. The smartwatch is reported to have heart rate, blood pressure and blood oxygen level sensors, though their accuracy is unproven. Plus, you can connect the wearable to your phone to enable features like Bluetooth calling and music playback.

Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic to fix a major issue that it introduced with last month's software update for the pair. Rolling out as GVK4, the new update includes a 'power operation-related stabilisation code' to prevent units from bricking when they power off. Unfortunately, it seems that the new update causes other issues for the Galaxy Watch4 generation.

Huawei's new 2.5K 90Hz touchscreen laptop has started rolling out to European markets. The MateBook 14s 2022 is powered by an Alder Lake platform from Intel, 16GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage. Meanwhile, the Watch GT 3's more affordable SE version has started to pop up on European Amazon stores.

DIZO has all but launched the Watch D Plus, a larger version of the Watch D. While the Watch D has a 1.8-inch display, the Watch D Plus promises to house a 1.85-inch panel on your wrist. Available from next week in India, DIZO has confirmed not only the price of its upcoming smartwatch but also its various features and colours.

Polar has announced the Ignite 3, a successor to the Ignite 2 that improves upon the outgoing smartwatch in many areas. Not only does the Ignite 3 have a more modern design, but Polar has also included an AMOLED display and a larger battery, among other changes.

Samsung has acknowledged that the latest update for the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic can cause some units to stop working entirely. Although the company has not necessarily resolved the software issue, it claims to have halted the update rollout and is taking steps to remedy affected smartwatches.

Garmin has unveiled the Instinct Crossover, a new hybrid smartwatch series that comes in Solar and Tactical variants. Available from US$499.99, Instinct Crossover Solar models boast 'Infinite Battery Life', according to Garmin.

EIGIIS is selling the K56 Pro smartwatch worldwide via AliExpress. You can connect the gadget to your smartphone via Bluetooth, enabling features like calling and app notifications. Alleged health features of the wearable include heart rate, blood pressure and blood oxygen levels. Plus, the gadget has up to 10 days of battery life.

Amazfit has released update 3.17.0.2 for the GTR 4 smartwatch. The latest software includes several new features, such as Route Import, which allows you to load files from Strava and other apps onto the watch. Plus, Route Navigation provides real-time directions, and Auto-Brightness Adjustment is said to have been improved.

A product listing for the Amazfit Pop 2 smartwatch has gone live on the brand’s Indian website. The upcoming gadget has a 1.78-in (~45 mm) AMOLED display, Bluetooth calling and a blood oxygen level monitor. Plus, the recent listing of the product in the Bluetooth Launch Studio could mean that the watch will be launched in markets worldwide.

Amazfit has announced that its latest fitness-tracking Band is on its way to India. The "large HD AMOLED display" wearable has been priced at just under US$45 in its new market; however, it is even less than that with an introductory offer. The OEM notes that it applies on its launch day only, which is just a few days away now in November 2022.

The Fitbit Sense 2 smartwatch is presently selling at a reduced price in the US and Canada. A discount of US$100 or CA$140 (~US$104) is offered at the Fitbit Store and Amazon. The wearable has many health features such as skin temperature, heart rate and stress level monitors. Plus, you can control the device with Amazon Alexa voice commands.

Google has given a new lease of life to Pebble smartwatches. With an app update to support 64-bit versions of Android, Pebble smartwatch now support devices that lack 32-bit support, which is currently only the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro.

Polar has invited fans to attend a hardware launch event, albeit a virtual one. Presumably, the company will introduce the Ignite 3, a smartwatch that leaked earlier this month.

The M Juniu C22 rugged smartwatch with a 1.6-in (~41 mm) display is now available globally via AliExpress. The product is listed as having heart rate and blood pressure monitors and Bluetooth calling functionality. The gadget comes with 4 GB of storage and is expected to last up to 7 days with typical use.

SS is now selling its HD3 Max smartwatch globally via AliExpress. Alleged health features of the device include blood pressure, blood oxygen level and heart rate monitors. Other tools such as NFC, Bluetooth calling, and an AI voice assistant are also available on the wearable, which has up to seven days of battery life on a single charge.

Garmin has released software update Beta version 13.15 for Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 955 smartwatches. The release includes new features, such as running power data added to activities without the need to use a separate running dynamics gadget. Plus, improvements have been made to pairing and settings syncing between GCM and your wearable.

The Xiaomi Mi Watch is currently selling at a reduced price on Amazon in European countries, including Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, France and Sweden. Customers can find the most significant discount in Italy, where customers are offered 48% off the regular retail price. You can use the smartwatch to track your heart rate and blood oxygen level or your location with GPS.

Garmin has announced plans to host another launch event. Scheduled for next week, Garmin is remaining tight-lipped about what it will announce. Currently, Garmin has only informed fans that it will be 'Coming t̶h̶r̶o̶u̶g̶h̶ soon'.

Huawei has presented the Watch GT Cyber, a smartwatch unlike any other. Built around a 1.32-inch AMOLED display, the Watch GT Cyber has a unique design that allows people to swap the watch shell out for another when needed. Launching in China before other markets, the Watch GT Cyber retails for CNY 1,288 (~US$177) in Huawei's home market, with its replacement shells priced at CNY 199 (~US$27).

Garmin has started rolling out Beta Version 10.08 for the Instinct 2 series, a Release Candidate build that contains numerous changes and improvements. Not only has Garmin included several bug fixes, but it has also bundled new features and improvements. Beta Version 10.08 is available to download now for the Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S.

It seems that Polar is preparing to replace the Ignite 2. While the company still sells the smartwatch, it has left a few clues as to the impending arrival of the Ignite 3.

Huawei has already confirmed the impending arrival of the Watch GT Cyber, a new spin-off in the Watch GT series. Now, a hands-on photo has emerged online just days before the smartwatch's introduction. Seemingly, the Watch GT Cyber has an innovative design that will allow you to use the smartwatch without its bulky outer case.

A well-known leaker has published new images of Motorola's next smartwatch. While an earlier leak presented the Moto Watch 200 with a squircle-shaped display, new images imply this will not be the case. Instead, the Moto Watch 200 will look an awful lot like its predecessor, the Moto Watch 100.

The Amazfit GTR, GTS 4 and GTS 4 Mini smartwatches are currently discounted at Amazon in the US and Canada, with up to US$30 off. The gadgets feature health-tracking tools such as heart rate, blood oxygen and stress level monitors. Plus, the watches have built-in Amazon Alexa, allowing you to control them with voice commands.

The Montblanc Summit 3 Smartwatch x Naruto is now available. The new product is similar to the standard model, with a heart rate sensor and NFC payment tools. The special edition smartwatch features custom animated watch faces and design elements on the watch casing and strap inspired by the Naruto universe.

Huawei has unveiled the Watch GT 3 SE, a new model in the Watch GT 3 series. Effectively a cheaper offshoot of the regular Watch GT 3, the Watch GT 3 SE still has a round AMOLED display and up to 14 days of battery life, among other features.

The LIGE smartwatch, with listed health features including blood pressure, blood oxygen level and heart rate tracking, is available globally via AliExpress. You can also use the device to unlock doors via NFC and make or receive calls thanks to a Bluetooth 5.1 connection to your smartphone.

According to some Pixel Watch owners, early units could be affected by display burn-in, a well-known issue on AMOLED and OLED panels. Although reports have mounted since the smartwatch's launch, Google has quickly dismissed claims with an innocuous explanation.

iFixit has disassembled the Pixel Watch to see how Google's inaugural smartwatch looks from the inside. Surprisingly, only some components can be replaced if they break, although Google has included some innovations in its first-generation smartwatch.

Huawei has officially confirmed the launch of the Watch GT Cyber, its next flagship smartwatch. Arriving in early November alongside the Pocket S, the Watch GT Cyber is billed as offering a 'new trend on your wrist' and appears to feature an eye-catching design.

The public Alpha version 10.37 update for Garmin Fenix 7 and Epix smartwatches is now available. The latest software includes several enhancements to the recently added Morning Report feature, summarising your day ahead. The company also claims that the update resolves a battery drain issue.

The Garmin Beta version 23.80 update has been revealed and is rolling out to eligible models. The latest software brings new customizable shortcuts to the gadget and two bug fixes. The update, which follows the recent public Alpha 23.73 release, will be automatically pushed to wearables signed up to the Garmin Beta program.

The Garmin Fenix 6X Pro smartwatch is currently discounted at Amazon in countries including the US and France. Customers in the UK can score the top discount of 36% off the typical retail price, allowing them to purchase the device for £413 (~US$468). Features of the wearable include heart rate and blood oxygen level monitors, and built-in GPS.

Porsche Design and Garmin have teamed up to launch a new special edition of the Epix 2 smartwatch. The wearable has Porsche branding with a red, silver and black design and comes with two exclusive customizable watch faces. As with the original model, the watch has up to 16 days of battery life and features such as GPS, Garmin Pay and a heart rate monitor.

Garmin has released a new Alpha version software update for the Instinct 2 and Instinct 2S. Available as V10.05, the update enables several new features for both smartwatches while also delivering several bug fixes and improvements.

Fossil has launched the Gen 6 Wellness Edition, its first smartwatch running Wear OS 3. Merely a re-bodied Fossil Gen 6, the Gen 6 Wellness Edition features a sleeker design and Fossil's all-new Wellness app, among other changes.