Wearable

The numbers of existing iPhones, Watches and accessories in Apple's physical Stores are reportedly shrinking now that the OEM has officially set a date for its next-gen hardware launch. In the case of the benighted FineWoven line, however, the low stocking is thought to indicate discontinuation rather than renewal with updated models.

Sennheiser US has announced that Certified Refurbished units of its current flagship wireless headphones are now available for sale at a considerable discount compared to their original starting price. The adaptive ANC-capable Momentum 4 Wireless are also available new at up to 34% of this amount on Amazon.

OxiWear has received FDA clearance for its continuous blood oxygen ear-clip monitor that works even during motion. Other monitors can only measure accurately when users are at rest or are not FDA cleared as a medical device for accuracy and safety. The ear-wearable alerts the user to low oxygen levels in addition to calling emergency services.

The BP Doctor Fit Gen 3 Blood Pressure Smartwatch from YHE technology can now be purchased from the brand’s website. The wearable was launched via an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign and is now being shipped to backers. Features include health and fitness tracking, exportable data and the ability to sync with Apple Health.

DJI has not publicly discussed the propsect of replacing the Osmo Action 4. Nonetheless, its successor has now been unboxed, confirming its name as the Osmo Action 5 Pro and various specs in the process.

The Dexcom G7’s Direct to Watch feature is rolling out to more customers. The tool allows users of the continuous glucose monitoring system to view blood sugar measurements on their Apple Watch. The feature was launched earlier this year to customers in the US and is now available in 14 countries.

GoPro is likely still a few days away from officially unveiling its next action cameras. In the meantime, a reliable leaker has shared more details about the GoPro Hero 13 Black, which appears set to be another re-run of the Hero 12 Black in many areas.

A new beta update, version 11.14, has arrived for three Garmin smartwatch models. The changelog lists a couple of improvements for the wearable. However, there is some confusion about whether the release brings any truly new enhancements to the smartwatches.

Huawei is expected to release the Watch GT 5 next month. In the meantime, the company has officially shown some of the smartwatch's features in a teaser video, including a brand new TruSense sensor that could help it surpass its peers in certain areas.

Garmin has quietly released a new update for one of the smartwatches it introduced earlier this year. Rolling out now, the update is said to improve the device in over half a dozen areas.

The OPPO Enco X3s are now backed to launch with vast improvements compared to their X2 predecessors. Their upgrades are now said to include Bluetooth 5.4, support for the LHDC 5.0 codec and IP55 dust and water resistance. Then again, these specs will seem eerily familiar to fans of the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3.

A retailer in Singapore appears to have leaked the hotly anticipated Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch. The product listing suggests that the new wearable will have a refreshed design and a larger AMOLED display with twice the brightness of its predecessors. Other features include GPS, Night Display and a voice assistant.

The Amazfit GTR 4 New Version smartwatch has been officially announced and is expected to launch in India soon. The latest wearable offers an updated design with a larger display. Features include health and fitness tracking, Bluetooth calling, local music storage and Amazon Alexa voice commands.

Polar has confirmed that it is developing new technology to make it easier to measure visceral fat, which has been linked to diabetes. The tool was discussed in a recent interview and linked to a wearable strap patent. This filing describes a multipurpose device that can measure your heart rate and body composition.

The Fenix E has now officially landed as Garmin's cheapest smartwatch which it has unveiled today. Available globally, the Garmin Fenix E slots in between the existing Fenix 7 and the new Fenix 8.

Garmin has finally launched the Fenix 8 and Fenix 8 Solar smartwatches. The two models have various upgrades on their predecessors, including support for diving, a voice assistant, advanced strength training, and a slimmer profile for some variants. Plus, the Fenix 8 Solar is said to have improved solar charging.

The long-awaited successor to the Enduro 2 is now available to pre-order globally. Sold as the Garmin Enduro 3, the device is marketed as 'the ultra-performance GPS smartwatch' thanks to 90 days of battery life, robust housing and a bevvy of high-end features.

Sony has updated its earbud product line with the WF-C510, a new affordable option that costs considerably less than the WF-1000XM5. Available globally, the Sony WF-C510 should last up to 11 hours on a single charge and support a transparency mode for under $60, among other features.

A renowned Apple analyst has now shared new information about Meta's long-rumoured budget VR headset. Not only has the analyst discussed the device's possible launch pricing, but also how Meta is considering reducing its price to be meaningfully less than the Quest 3.

Various leaks have revealed 18 models across the Garmin Fenix 8, Fenix 8 Solar and Fenix E smartwatches, which are expected to launch this August. Multiple display types and sizes and different bezel and lens materials are on offer. Plus, details of several colorways and additional straps have been leaked.

A reliable leaker has revealed countless details about one of Garmin's forthcoming Fenix smartwatches. Although plenty has been said lately about the Fenix 8 series, it has also created the more affordable Fenix E that is rumoured to launch in a single 47 mm size.

There have been plenty of Garmin Fenix 8-related leaks recently. Now, the full English press release has emerged online, likely less than a day before the new smartwatch's official introduction.

According to a new report, Garmin intends to offer the Fenix 8 series in multiple model derivations. Supposedly arriving tomorrow, the Fenix 8 series will be available in 43 mm, 47 mm and 51 mm sizes, unless one opts for the Fenix 8 Solar Sapphire GPS with solar charging and Memory in Pixel (MIP) displays.

A near-full spec sheet for one of Garmin's next smartwatches has surfaced online. Reportedly arriving tomorrow, the Garmin Enduro 3 is rumoured to cost $899.99 with a 51 mm case size and up to 90 days of battery life.

Movano is relaunching the Evie smart ring this September. The product started to ship to customers in January but was quickly pulled due to customer complaints and stock issues. The company says it has worked to improve the wearable's hardware and will provide new and improved features with the refreshed model.

Garmin has announced a product launch event on social media, where the Fenix 8 smartwatches are expected to be officially unveiled. In the posts, the company shared a teaser video, suggesting the products will help you track a wide range of activities, alongside a link to the virtual session.

Paralyzed Ivan Vargas has become the first person on East Coast to receive the $91,032 Ekso Indego Personal exoskeleton under a revised Medicare 2024 ruling. Medicare now classifies exoskeletons in the braces category, allowing these devices to be prescribed to qualifying patients for home use.

More details of the new Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch have emerged. Various rumors about the battery life, display size and type of the upcoming wearable appear to have been confirmed. Plus, there is new information on solar charging technology, sensor protection and diving features.

The first footage showing retail Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatches has started appearing online. Not only do the leaks show Garmin's new smartwatches in multiple finishes, but they also confirm various hardware upgrades in the process.

New information about the features that may grace the Garmin Fenix 8 series has emerged online. Likely appearing only a day or so before the official launch event, the leak suggests that Garmin will offer the Fenix 8 series with new connectivity options missing from its flagship smartwatches until now.

According to recent reports, Garmin could be just days away from releasing new Fenix smartwatches. In the meantime, a renowned leaker has provided insights into the battery life of multiple Fenix 8 models while also sharing new information about the display panels with which they will be available.

Re-Time Pty Ltd has launched its Kickstarter campaign for the Retimer 3 light therapy wearable to improve sleep quality, reduce stress, and improve productivity by adjusting one’s circadian rhythm. The use of blue-green light shined into the eyes help trigger cells that regulate the body and sleep cycles for better health.

According to a teaser video on social media, the Suunto Race S Titanium smartwatch will launch this August. The new wearable is expected to be lighter than the original Race S which launched globally in June. Plus, rumors suggest there could be some upgrades for this latest smartwatch.

A popular retailer in the US has leaked the pricing for the new Garmin Fenix 8, Fenix E, and Enduro 3 smartwatches. This information appears to align with rumored pricing for other European countries. However, why the Fenix E will be cheaper than the Fenix 8 remains unclear.

Three upcoming Garmin smartwatches, the Fenix 8, Fenix E and Enduro 3, could launch in August. The rumors were started when two conversations with Best Buy representatives appeared online. These chats have also hinted at various features of each model.

Xiaomi has announced its intentions to release a new budget-orientated smartwatch. Launching with a design that clearly takes inspiration from some of the most popular smartwatches around, Xiaomi's latest effort is also said to offer over two weeks of battery life while also supporting Amazon Alexa voice commands, among other features.

According to new rumours, Garmin could be planning to equip its upcoming Fenix 8 smartwatches with larger displays than their Fenix 7 predecessors. Achieved through a more modern-looking design, the larger displays are also expected to move away from MIP displays to AMOLED equivalents.

Seemingly, Garmin could be as little as two weeks away from officially unveiling the Fenix E, a cheaper alternative to the Fenix 8. Purportedly, the Fenix E could be the only new Fenix smartwatch to be released with Memory-in-Pixel (MIP) displays, which should help suppress launch prices.

The launch of new Fenix smartwatches is fast approaching. While Garmin has not officially revealed anything yet, a regional website has outlined not only the launch date for the Fenix 8 series, but also that it will be available in three sizes.

Like phones, the batteries inside the wearables, such as smart rings, degrade over time. However, as a recent teardown has revealed, the battery of the Samsung Galaxy Ring can't be replaced without destroying it, which means the wearable can't be repaired.

Festool will launch the ExoActive EXO 18 HPC 4,0 I-Plus exoskeleton for construction-related tradespeople in America on September 12, 2024. The exoskeleton provides the operators with extra arm support when working on tasks in front or above them, reducing muscle load by up to 30%. The system provides each arm with approximately 11 pounds of powered support.

Pico has officially unveiled the Pico 4 Ultra, a successor to the ageing Pico 4. Launching with a slew of upgrades over Pico's existing VR headset, the Pico 4 Ultra sets its sights firmly on the Meta Quest 3 with hardware like a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR Gen 2 chipset and displays that deliver a 105° field of view (FoV) with 20.6 pixels per degree (PPD).

The Google Pixel Watch 3 launched with some upgrades over the predecessor, but just like the previous smartwatch, the new wearable can't be repaired. It can only be replaced, which is bad news for those who want to use it for a couple of years.

With their AirPod-like stems, OnePlus' new Buds Pro 3 look a lot like their predecessors; however, the newer models are rated for as much as "twice the background voice suppression" in comparison thanks to their updated, real-time adaptive ANC. They also come in a new case touted to have the edge in terms of ergonomics and durability - not to mention support for wireless charging.

Apple has just released watchOS 10.6.1 and tvOS 17.6.1. This means that a new update for Apple's smartwatches (from Apple Watch 4 onwards) and for Apple TV is now available for download.

Garmin has not officially commented on releasing new Enduro or Fenix smartwatches yet. Various leaks have outed the smartwatches as the Enduro 3, Fenix E and Fenix 8 though, which are now tipped to launch before next month's IFA 2024 tech event.

The successor to the Huawei Watch D with blood pressure measuring feature will reportedly launch on September 24. This info comes from the same Weibo tipster who previously shared a National Medical Products Administration database screenshot that's possibly linked to the new smartwatch.

The Forerunner 965 is now being offered a new update through Garmin's Beta Program. Rolling out as Beta Version 20.23, the update is the third v20.xx released so far for Garmin's premier Forerunner smartwatch.

A new update has landed for one of Garmin's former flagship smartwatches. Reportedly bringing 18 changes to the device, Beta Version 20.23 is available to download worldwide as an over-the-air (OTA) update.

Garmin has offered a new update to one of its older Forerunner smartwatches. Available to download now, the update brings nearly two dozen changes to the device, albeit only on Garmin's Beta Program for now.