Wearable

The Ksana is a smartwatch with a classic clock face, but also features a display based on energy-efficient E Ink technology. The model is currently only a concept.

Kontaki.io has released the Nano Smart Tag IR wearable that enables hospitals to track patients in real-time with room-level accuracy. Whether a patient has wandered off due to dementia or simply misplaced by staff, the Nano Smart Tag IR allows hospitals to quickly locate patients. The live data also monitors doctor visits and patient flows to help eliminate inefficient medical care.

The Chargeasap Flash Pro Plus is a power bank with graphene batteries and up to 100W wired charging via one of its USB-C ports - now, it has a new version compatible with MagSafe devices. Its wireless charging is thus upgraded to a top speed of 15W and a magnetic ring with potentially improved reliability.

Google has announced a new function for Fitbit smartwatches, which is not so much for exercise or entertainment purposes, but is a tangible health function that aims to be of benefit to patients and medical staff.

According to recent reports, Xiaomi is planning to deliver numerous upgrades to its Smart Band series with the Smart Band 9. While the wearable may look like the popular Smart Band 8, it should be more readable outdoors while also delivering better battery life to boot.

More evidence that Garmin is preparing to upgrade its Fenix series of smartwatches has emerged online. While the Fenix 8 will likely launch alongside the MIP display-backed Fenix E, the Fenix 8 appears set to move away from MIP displays in favour of AMOLED alternatives.

Google is roughly a month away from hosting its next hardware launch event, where it is expected to announce not just the Pixel 9 series but also the Pixel Watch 3 and a larger Pixel Watch 3 XL model. In the meantime, a typically reliable leaker has shared new specs about both of Google's next smartwatches, including battery and display details.

The Watch GT has debuted as iQOO's first wearable that is an Apple Watch clone. It is rated to support AI-powered watchfaces, notifications and smart summaries on its AMOLED display. It will be released soon in China with eSIM-enabled variants that start at just over $100.

Samsung has now introduced its first Galaxy Watch with 'Ultra' branding. Effectively a Galaxy Watch5 Pro successor, the Galaxy Watch Ultra has a larger display than the Galaxy Watch7, as well as a bigger battery and 10 ATM water resistance.

Ahead of the Galaxy Buds3 and Galaxy Buds3 Pro's official launch at Galaxy Unpacked 2024 (on July 10), Samsung's earbuds were spotted listed on a South Korean retail website alongside their pricing. As per the leak, the Buds3 Pro will debut at $214, while the Buds3 will be unveiled for $147.

Google’s Pixel Watch 3, which will launch on August 13, has passed through the FCC, with four listings revealing some key upgrades and possibly confirming a new XL size variant. All four variants now have support for UWB and 5 GHz Wi-Fi, while two of them support LTE as well.

The CMF Buds Pro 2 are Nothing's latest pair of earbuds. While the CMF Buds Pro 2 are another budget release for Nothing's sub-brand, it masters relatively high-end features like the LDAC codec that can transmit audio at up to 990 kbps.

Nothing has now fully presented the CMF Watch Pro 2, a smartwatch that is said to deliver up to 46 days of battery life despite containing an AMOLED display. While the CMF Watch 2 Pro also has a customisable aluminium housing, it has arrived for significantly less than many competing smartwatches.

Lemfo has listed the GTS4 smartwatch at Banggood, where you can currently pre-order the device in countries worldwide. The model is currently discounted by 79%, making it particularly cheap. According to the company, the model offers various health tracking features, though potential customers may want to proceed carefully.

Only a few days have passed since the first details about the Garmin Fenix E and Fenix 8 leaked online. Nonetheless, it seems that the company is also preparing to deliver a new mid-range smartwatch model that has reputedly been pictured, which will replace the Instinct 2 as the Instinct 3.

Numerous pictures showing the Galaxy Buds3 and Galaxy Buds3 Pro have leaked online, even before Samsung has managed to officially unveil the new earbuds. While the pair directly succeed the Galaxy Buds2 and Galaxy Buds2 Pro, the Galaxy Buds3 and Galaxy Buds3 Pro look more like Apple's AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro than anything Samsung has released so far.

OnePlus has just confirmed that the Nord 4 will not be alone on stage during its upcoming Summer 2024 launch. The mid-range Android smartphone will now be accompanied by the brand's second-gen Pad at the event, not to mention some new TWS earbuds and a refresh of the latest OnePlus Watch. However, not all of the updated devices will be available in all regions presented to on the day.

The Suunto Race S, Race, Vertical and 9 Peak Pro watches are receiving a new update. Version 2.35.34 brings a range of new features, improvements and bug fixes to the wearables. For example, the software is said to improve the battery life of many models when using GPS and optimizes sleep health tracking.

The Amazfit GTS 4 smartwatch will be upgraded to Zepp OS 3.5, according to a recent message from the Zepp OS X account. The exchange indicates that the over-the-air update will roll out in the near future. The news comes shortly after Zepp Health announced the rollout of Zepp OS 4.0.

CMF by Nothing has posted a new image of the upcoming Watch Pro 2 wearable on X. The picture shows that the smartwatch has an interchangeable bezel, allowing you to customize the watch's look. Other personalization options will include a wide range of watch faces and a choice of watch casing and strap colors.

The Amazfit GTS 4 Mini smartwatch is receiving an update, version 4.3.32.3. According to the release notes, the latest firmware improves the accuracy of the data collected for one health metric. The update appears to be arriving in phases, though the rollout completion date remains unknown.

The Zepp app has been updated to version 8.10.6, launching a feature for the Helio Ring. The new tool relates to the smart ring's electrodermal activity sensor, which monitors your stress response. However, it appears that the latest version of the app is currently only available for some users.

RingConn has teased the upcoming Gen 2 smart ring on a new website page. The company claims it will be the first ultra-light ring, weighing 2-3 g, to feature sleep apnea monitoring. Plus, the wearable has various upgrades, including up to 12 days of battery life, five days more than the original model.

A new leak has revealed the Samsung Galaxy Ring's price. It will cost about as much as an entry-level Galaxy Watch7 variant and will be offered in nine different sizes and three colour variants.

A new update has arrived for the Huawei Watch Fit 2 wearable. Firmware version 2.1.0.213 is downloadable via the Huawei Health app, bringing two changes to the older gadget. These are linked to the sleep tracking and heart rate measuring features of the Huawei device.

Huawei has unveiled new firmware, version 4.2.0.108, for the Band 8. This is the first stable HarmonyOS 4.2 update for the wearable and brings new TV and digital car key-related features. Plus, there are said to be optimizations for the user experience for tracking one health metric.

The OpenRock X seek to differentiate themselves from the typical pair of air conduction-based sports earphones with a build that integrates a new bi-axial joint for supposedly increased earhook comfort that doubles as a potentially attractive accent. They also boast Bluetooth 5.3 for multi-point connections, AI-powered noise reduction and potentially prolonged battery life.

It seems that Garmin is preparing to release successors to its popular Fenix 7 smartwatch series. Not only have the names of these new smartwatches leaked, but so have their prospective launch prices and case sizes.

Coming soon at a relatively low price, the Solos AirGo Vision is a new pair of smart glasses intended to be a helpful assistant in everyday life. Powerful AI systems are supported.

Huawei has released software version 3.0.0.177, a global security patch update, for the Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro wearables. This is a HarmonyOS 3 update, with HarmonyOS 4 still in the beta testing phase. The update can be installed via the Huawei Health app and appears to have reached many users.

Amazfit has announced the release of Zepp OS 4, a new major software update that introduces a new version of its inbuilt Flow virtual assistant based on OpenAI's latest GPT-4o multi-modal, multi-lingual model. Smartwatches such as the Amazfit Cheetah, Falcon and T-Rex Ultra to control certain smart devices from certain brands via Bluetooth, and to support new work-outs such as pickleball.

Huawei could launch the Watch GT 5 wearable later this year, according to recent rumors. In a post on Weibo, leaker Fixed Focus Digital suggested they had already seen the upcoming smartwatch, which is said to use HarmonyOS NEXT. The model would follow the GT 4, with Huawei indicating that it will not launch a GT 4 Pro.

The Lemfofit Lem 4 has arrived as a more affordable smartwatch. The product listing claims the wearable has many health-tracking features, such as non-invasive blood glucose measurements, blood pressure checks and ECG. However, there are several factors you should bear in mind if considering purchasing.

Samsung is preparing for the highly anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for July 2024, with a global teaser campaign highlighting the upcoming frontier of Galaxy AI. The billboard ads across key cities feature the iconic logo of Galaxy AI. At the Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung is expected to unveil two flagship phones along with other Galaxy products.

A new update, version 4.2.0.103 (SP6C00M01), has been released for the Huawei Watch Ultimate. Based on the newer HarmonyOS 4.2, the firmware is said to enhance the smartwatch's stability and may bring bug fixes to the wearable. The software could be rolling out in phases, available to download via the Huawei Health app.

Samsung is still over a week away from officially unveiling the Galaxy Ring. Nonetheless, it has already updated its Samsung Health app with references to various Galaxy Ring features, including the possibility of monitoring skin temperature levels.

The Fenix 7 series and its peers are in line for a new stable update, shortly after Garmin delivered a pair of beta updates for the same set of smartwatches. Rolling out now globally as Software Version 17.28, the update brings a few improvements to the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro, as well as to the Enduro 2, Epix 2, Quatix 7 and MARQ Gen 2.

Ming-Chi Kuo, a reputed analyst at TF International Securities, reports that the next-gen Apple AirPods could have infrared (IR) camera modules, similar to what Apple uses for Face ID on iPhone. This, according to the analyst, will enable an improved spatial audio experience.

A new HarmonyOS 4.2 update is rolling out for one of Huawei’s newer smartwatches. The firmware, version 4.2.0.153 (C00M00), is said to bring several optimizations to the wearable, including an improved calling experience. However, the change log lacks detail.

A new update has arrived globally for the Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro. The latest firmware keeps the wearable on HarmonyOS 4.0, rather than upgrading to HarmonyOS 4.2. However, the change log notes optimizations for sleep tracking and heart rate monitoring.

Garmin has introduced a new update for several of its mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out now on the company's beta program, the update introduces new improvements and fixes ahead of a presumed future stable rollout.

OnePlus is now allegedly nearly ready to launch a Pro version of its latest Buds 3 true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds. The accessories are projected to improve on their alleged vanilla counterparts in a number of ways by supporting on-trend features such as spatial audio and active noise cancellation. The 3 Pros might also differentiate themselves with the addition of a new colorway.

A new Samsung One UI 6 Watch beta update is here with features such as Energy Scores, improved sleep tracking and new gesture controls in tow. Strangely enough, the update isn't available for special edition Galaxy Watches yet.

Garmin has brought another new update for Fenix 7, Fenix 7s, Fenix 7X, Epix 2, Enduro 2, Quatix 7 and MARQ Gen 2 smartwatches. Rolling out now on Garmin's Beta Program, v17.28 makes various under-the-hood improvements to eligible models ahead of a future stable update rollout.

Evan Blass has lifted the lid on the Galaxy Watch7 series, roughly two weeks before Samsung's official Galaxy Unpacked announcement. Not only has the leaker revealed the design of the company's next smartwatches, but he has also outlined various technical specs in the process.

Samsung's first 'Ultra' branded smartwatch is almost upon us. Although Samsung is not releasing the Galaxy Watch Ultra until next month, a reliable leaker has delivered almost a dozen official images revealing three launch colours and various design similarities with the Apple Watch Ultra.

A renowned leaker has revealed Samsung's next-generation earbuds in black and white colour options. Arriving on July 10 as the Galaxy Buds3 and Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Samsung may find it tricky to deny that it borrowed heavily from Apple with its recent AirPods and AirPods Pro releases.

OnePlus' Watch 2 for the Chinese market is similar to the wearable of the same name for the global market in a number of ways. The AMOLED display peripheral is also powered by a dual-chip system starring the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 SoC for potentially prolonged battery life and supports a number of popular heath-tracking features. Then again, the new version's ability to support standalone connectivity comes with quite a price-bump.