Wearable

Garmin has shipped a new update for the Fenix 7 series and its peers, the third so far on its 17.xx public beta cycle. Available to download now, Beta Version 17.14 features over a dozen improvements from the build that Garmin distributed earlier this month.

The Garmin Connect app for iOS and Android is being updated to version 5.0. The new software brings a refreshed design for the home screen, with a range of customizable sections like “Today’s Activity” and “In Focus”. However, the reception from smartwatch users has been mixed.

The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are getting updated with the new multimodal Meta AI assistant in the US and Canada, which can answer questions based on what the wearer is looking at, among other things. Other new/upcoming features include video calling (still in development) and control of Apple Music. On the design front, two new frame styles – Skyler and a low bridge option of the Headliner – have been released.

Following the recent rollout of a redesigned sleep section in the Fitbit app, users have expressed their frustrations with the new layout. Many wearable owners feel the update has made it harder to review their sleep. While the Fitbit team has responded to customers, the messages are conflicting.

Black Shark has a new robust smartwatch in the pipeline, the GS3, which looks more or less like a typical outdoor smartwatch and is thus likely to be robust.

The latest version of OnePlus' new Wear OS flagship the Watch 2 has just been unleashed as its Nordic Blue Edition. The wearable has launched with features that distinguish it from the pre-existing standard variants, although none of them relate to its specs.

LittleOne.Care has launched the Elora baby wellness monitor, an artificial intelligence-powered wearable to monitor a baby’s air quality, daily activities, words heard, sleep patterns, and more. Critically, the Elora can alert parents to emergencies such as falls or unusual screams.

Garmin has shipped a new stable update for one of its most recent smartwatch series. Rolling out now to the Venu 3 and Venu 3S, the update was previously available to beta testers with alleged improvements to Garmin's Connect IQ service.

Garmin has delivered a new stable update to one of its older Forerunner smartwatches. While the update does not introduce any new features, it should resolve outstanding issues associated with Garmin's Connect IQ service.

Huawei Watch 4 and Watch 4 Pro smartwatch users have been asked to sign up for a HarmonyOS 4.2 beta testing program in China. The company has announced several features of the upcoming release, including advanced health tracking tools as seen on a recently launched version of the wearable.

The Garmin Forerunner 255 is receiving a new stable update: software version 18.26. The release brings bug fixes to the wearable, though users suggest the improvements are hard to spot. Plus, customers have reported another problem after updating to the latest stable software.

The Kallme Hero 4 is a new affordable smartwatch with a gold and black design, now available at a discount. In addition to a large AMOLED screen and IP68 certification, the manufacturer also advertises various health features and other functions.

Garmin has rolled out a new stable update for its flagship Forerunner smartwatch. Available to download now, the update contains significantly fewer changes than a recent beta update that Garmin delivered for the same device.

Garmin has announced a new stable update for one of its models. The software brings a large number of new features and improvements to the watch-style device, including enhancements for activities and diving tools. Plus, Garmin releases a wave of bug fixes in the latest system software. Update: Some upgrades only apply to the one version of the wearable.

A new smartwatch with an extravagant design, the Hero M1, has just been launched onto the market for $40. The manufacturer also promises a lot in terms of features, although there are some grounds for skepticism here.

QIDI asserts that it can bring all the advantages of augmented reality (AR) to the user's outdoor adventures with its upcoming product. The VIDA glasses are touted to pack all the tech necessary to make cycling futuristic, a heads-up display for info on performance, speed and heart-rate via in-built sensors included. They are also projected to replace the equipment necessary to keep teams together safely.

Amazfit has launched a new update for several of its smartwatch models with firmware versions 1.23.3.1, 1.24.3.1, and 1.23.3.3. The release includes a wide range of improvements for running and fishing activities, as well as an enhancement to WhatsApp messages for some users.

The Ring X is a new smart ring that can now be purchased at a greatly reduced price and is heavily advertised with continuous blood pressure measurement.

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 has officially been on the market for just over a year now, with no sign of a successor on the way. Then again, the wearable's series is due an upgrade soon after all, as it has allegedly been spotted in the hands of more regulators worldwide ahead of its launch.

Garmin has published a new update for its latest mid-range smartphone, the second it has released so far after Software Version 9.24. Arriving as Software Version 9.26, the update makes far fewer changes than Beta Version 19.09 that Garmin recently delivered for the same device.

One of Garmin's popular smartwatches is eligible for another stable software update. Arriving in the wake of Beta Version 19.09, the new update actually sees a return to 18.xx builds for the wearable.

A leak reveals the supposed design of the upcoming Huawei Watch Fit 3, which looks very similar to the Apple Watch and features a much larger display with a rotating crown, among other things.

Two of Amazfit’s smartwatches are receiving new updates in firmware versions 8.39.3.2 and 9.27.5.1. The release brings several features to the wearables to enhance your running workouts or fishing activities. Plus, the watches now support more third-party devices connected via Bluetooth.

The Garmin Software Version 9.27 is now rolling out to smartwatches. The update focuses on bug fixes and follows a recent round of beta testing. A forum post from the Garmin team suggests that this is a phased release, though the software is already available for many users in various channels.

Amazfit has announced an update for one of its smartwatch models. The firmware, version 3.19.6.5, brings a wide range of new features and improvements to the wearable. Plus, it includes support for Zepp Flow in English and German, arriving in more countries earlier than expected.

Nothing has just made not one but two sets of new wireless audio accessories official. Both sets support the same upgraded kind of active noise cancellation (ANC), although one is the more premium option with features such as LHDC 5 support and improved IP ratings. The Ear and Ear (a) are also the OEM's inaugural AI-enabled earbuds, albeit with caveats.

TicWatch Pro 5 smartwatch users have recently been asked to apply for a new Wear OS 4 beta program. If chosen, customers can test the latest software and provide feedback to Mobvoi before a public release. Wear OS 4 is expected to bring a range of improvements to the wearable.

The upcoming OnePlus Watch 2 EU Exclusive Style has been teased. The company has announced that the smartwatch will be unveiled at an event later this month and will launch in Q2. Plus, OnePlus has revealed various offers for customers who pre-order the new wearable.

Garmin has expanded a recent mapping feature for many of its flagship smartwatches. Previously limited to the US, the paid feature can now be used across Europe, as well as 'all 50 U.S. states and Canada'.

Garmin has pushed a new update to a few of its modern smartwatches. Strangely, the firmware contains a lower build number than the one that arrived last month. Nonetheless, Garmin claims to have included various Connect IQ bug fixes and improvements for eligible models.

Garmin has brought another set of bug fixes to popular recent flagship smartawtches. Rolling out as Beta Version 26.95 on its Beta Program, the new update resolves a few outstanding issues ahead of an impending new stable update.

Anker has launched a crowdfunding campaign for its new Soundcore Sleep A20 Bluetooth Earbuds at Kickstarter. At the time of writing, the project had raised over $500,000, with early customers offered a price lower than the RRP. Features include sleep insights in the accompanying app and a longer battery life than the older A10 model.

Motorola has presented two new sets of earbuds that it has offered up as the Moto Buds and Moto Buds Plus. Available for €59 and €149, the pair offer ANC, Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity but differ in their drivers and battery life.

Why choose between QLED and micro-OLED displays when you can have either - or even both? That new feature debuts in the new Super version of Pimax' Crystal virtual reality (VR) headset. It can support a resolution of up to 4K at 90Hz, has a "massive" field of view (FOV) and has integrated audio. It debuts alongside its new Light sibling for potentially high-res, lightweight PCVR experiences on more of a budget.

Black Shark is now selling its new smart ring in China. The wearable can track health metrics and remotely control some functions of your smartphone using various gestures on the ring. Plus, the company says that the ring has an up to 180-day battery life.

Kickstarter has suspended the Ringo smart ring crowdfunding campaign. A couple of days before the campaign was due to end, Kickstarter emailed backers to reassure them that pledges had been cancelled. In the statement, the company also hinted at why it had taken this action.

The Garmin System Software 15.08 is rolling out to several smartwatches. Previously seen as a beta update, the release brings a wide range of bug fixes to the wearables, tackling issues with workouts and battery estimates. Plus, the latest update brings new GPS firmware to some models.

As per a new patent filing, Apple may soon implement a drowning detection feature in the next iteration of the Apple Watch. The system, dubbed a digital pool assistant, detects irregular limb movement and heart-rate and blood oxygen readings to ascertain if the wearer is in distress, and sends out a signal to nearby devices to alert others of an emergency.

The Fitbit app is being updated with a new design for the Sleep section. According to the company, the layout has been simplified, there are additional insights on the Sleep timeline, and you can view trends over various periods. This is a phased rollout, with some users reporting receiving the update.

Sony has now released a new pair of over-ear wireless headphones after a spate of leaks. Surprisingly, the headphones have arrived as the Sony ULT Wear, contrary to expectations that they would be sold as the WH-ULT900N. Nonetheless, the new headphones offer plenty of features, given their mid-range price tag.

Garmin has released its second software update for its latest smartwatch. Arriving on its Beta Program, the update brings the smartwatch onto par with many other recent models through support for the Garmin Messenger app and improvements to heart rate data gathering, among other changes.

Garmin has revealed a new beta update for one of its mid-range smartwatches. Version 19.09 brings a range of features and bug fixes to the wearable, including a tool for improved heart rate data accuracy. Plus, users have posted in the forum sharing features that are not listed in the change log.

The Garmin Public Beta Version 19.09 update has been announced for some of Garmin’s smartwatches. The software brings new tools relating to Jet Lag, Garmin Messenger and heart rate. Plus, a range of bug fixes tackle issues with music playback, notifications, and activity profiles.

A current generation Garmin smartwatch is eligible for a new update. Rolling out now, the software update features numerous changes like a new Jet Lag Adviser glance, plus various heart rate data refinements.

Garmin has revealed a new update for one of its older high-end smartwatches. The new update arrives as Beta Version 19.09, the first 19.xx build of any kind for the device. Accordingly, the new software contains multiple changes from v18.22, including but not limited to adding support for the Garmin Messenger app.

Polar has announced a hotly anticipated firmware update for the new Grit X2 Pro smartwatch. Customers who had pre-ordered the wearable had been told that the device would not ship until this software was ready. Now, it appears that Polar has begun to send out the Grit X2 Pro, with the update adding various features and improvements to the wearable.

The next Apple Watch could use an LTPO display (according to rumors) for its entire screen, which would bring several benefits. The use of an LTPO display would likely see an increase in battery life, which has long been a weak point for the Apple Watch.

Firmware 2.0.19 is rolling out to a Polar smartwatch released last year. The update brings a range of new features, which arrived with the Grit X2 Pro, to the wearable. These include new training metrics, improved navigation and more accurate heart rate measurements.

Kuura touts its first-gen Ring as "The Future of Fitness" thanks to its ability to deliver advanced health-tracking features while helping the user enhance their work-outs over time. The Ring is slated to debut via a crowdfunding page later in April 2024, whereupon it will be offered to early adopters for under $100.