Smartwatch

Garmin is apparently preparing a rather significant change to its maps. This should not result in major changes to the basic functionality of Garmin smartwatches, but the maps might look unfamiliar in at least one place or app.

The brand-new iQOO Watch GT 2 smartwatch is launching soon and combines a design similar to the Apple Watch Series 11 with striking watch faces and an AMOLED display that can get particularly bright at up to 2,400 nits.

The Vivo Watch GT 2 is a new smartwatch available with optional eSIM connectivity. Equipped with a 2,400-nit display and a large battery, the Watch GT 2 can also pull through notifications from an iPhone and a Vivo smartphone simultaneously.

The Honor Watch 5 Pro is one of the more interesting smartwatches of the year thanks to blood pressure measurement, ECG, an AMOLED display and 15 days of battery life. Just a few days before its launch, the smartwatch has now appeared in many images, while Honor has confirmed most of its specifications.

The 41 mm Google Pixel Watch 3 WiFi variant has seen a generous price cut on Amazon. This last-gen smartwatch in Champagne Gold colorway is currently available for $179.99, a $70 discount from the price the wearable generally goes for.

The Tank M4 is a new smartwatch with a very comprehensive range of advertised features and is even said to be suitable for diving. The model features an AMOLED display and supports offline maps.

The Google Pixel Watch 2 is getting new features as part of a software update. One of these features isn't specifically advertised by Google, but it could still be a significant improvement depending on the intended use.

When Google introduced the Pixel Watch 4, it heavily promoted the smartwatch's repairability. iFixit has now performed a teardown of the smartwatch and given it a near-perfect repairability score.

Garmin has just announced various improvements for its Fenix range of models. A new activity is now supported for custom workouts, headphones can be used while taking an electrocardiogram, and the map display has also been redesigned.

Garmin has returned to 23.xx updates for the Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro and associated smartwatches. Exclusive to the company's Beta Program for the time being, Beta Version 23.22 is said to feature bug fixes for Garmin's IR SOS message service and one that cause a crash when updating system software.

Google began rolling out Wear OS 6 to the Pixel Watch 2 and Pixel Watch 3 today. By the end of October, all users are expected to receive the new operating system, including extensive design adjustments, extended battery life and new features.

Three new Oppo products, three teaser videos. In addition to the Oppo Find X9 Pro, a thinner smartwatch called the Oppo Watch S and a new tablet called the Oppo Pad 5 will also be launched next week. The videos reveal some of the highlights of Oppo's upcoming products ahead of the launch.

Garmin has pushed another new stable software for the Fenix 8 Pro. Rolling out worldwide, System Software 18.68 is said to bundle five bug fixes with three dedicated improvements relating to auto brightness, Messenger notifications and Garmin's inReach service.

Tag Heuer bietet mit der Connected Calibre E5 eine neue Smartwatch in mehreren Versionen an, dabei gibt es sowohl unterschiedliche Farb- als auch Größenversionen. Die durchaus preisintensive Smartwatch kommt dabei mit einem OLED-Bildschirm und einem altem SoC.

Garmin has introduced a milestone update for the Venu 4 series after its recent release. The first of many forthcoming v15.xx builds, Beta 15.08 is said to improve passcode functionality while also resolving many outstanding bugs.

The Huawei Watch D2, with its micro-pump wristband, is the only smartwatch on the market capable of medically certified blood pressure measurement. Following a software update, the watch will be able to monitor blood pressure around the clock.

After more than three and a half years, the Tag Heuer Connected Calibre E4 is finally getting a successor. The manufacturer has already confirmed the launch date of its new flagship smartwatch, which could become the second smartwatch in the world to feature an extremely bright microLED display, just like the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro.

Coros is set to launch a brand-new flagship smartwatch called the Apex 4 in just a few days time. The wearable has already appeared in hands-on photos and leaked marketing images, which also reveal some of the most significant upgrades and improvements.

Casio has announced three Full Metal G-Shock watch variants with Tough Solar charging—the GMW-B5000BT-1JF, GM-B2100BT-1AJF, and GMC-B2100BT-1AJF. These monochromatic models are distinguished by their black octagonal bezels.

Garmin is rolling out a new software version for the Forerunner models, promising various bug fixes, performance improvements and enhancements of certain features. This applies to golfers and music lovers in particular.

Garmin is rolling out a new software update that fixes a number of issues, introduces a few features and improves the overall user experience. However, the update is not yet available for all users.

Garmin makes big claims about its smartwatches like the recent Fenix 8 Pro or the Venu 4. However, Suunto is now suing its main rival for intellectual property infringement. Meanwhile, Garmin and Strava continue to battle it out with the risk of severing ties altogether.

Garmin has delivered a new update to many of its flagship smartwatches. Available on the company's Beta Program, Beta Version 20.11 is said to fix two frustrating bugs while also adding a new Calculator app feature.

Apple has removed all “carbon-neutral” branding from the Apple Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, and M4 Mac mini. The move follows a German court ruling and upcoming EU regulations targeting greenwashing claims, forcing Apple to scale back its marketing despite continuing internal carbon reduction efforts.

Huawei is bringing its Watch D2 smartwatch to more customers. This blood pressure tracking wearable is already available in several markets worldwide, having been released in 2024. Now, this smartwatch has been announced for the Indian market, with an introductory offer.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Black Gold (48 mm) smartwatch is now available in Europe. It is the second version of this wearable offered in the region, with both products currently discounted in some countries. Features include an AMOLED display, an integrated flashlight and support for the new BioCharge metric.

Pearson, the educational behemoth, has partnered with Samsung to launch the productivity-focused Revibe smartwatch for students. The device turns out to be a stripped-down version of the Galaxy Watch 7, eliminating the apps and almost every feature except for biometric tracking and vibrations.

A new heart health-related feature is on the way to some Samsung Galaxy smartwatch users. Recently certified for the Korean market, the new Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) detection tool is designed to help the wearer detect early signs of this disease.

Garmin's older mid-range smartwatches are now eligible for another stable software update. The second in under a month for the Forerunner 965 and others, Software Version 25.06 makes various improvements and resolves a notable bug found in its predecessor.

Garmin has released a new update for many of its current high-end smartwatches. Distributed as Beta Version 20.10, the new update introduces half a dozen changes and improvements across smartwatches like the Enduro 3 and Fenix 8.

Amazfit is currently rolling out an update for the Active 2 (Round) smartwatch. Firmware version 6.3.8.3 brings new screenshot functionality and advanced running metrics to these users. Plus, there is an improvement for the heart rate metric, which will be useful for those with external heart rate monitors.

Garmin has released beta version 15.07 for two of its smartwatches. This release brings the new Health Status glance to these users, a feature which arrived with the Venu 4. Plus, users of the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 also get a wide range of bug fixes and a few improvements.

Garmin is now offering a new stable update for many of its older mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out worldwide, System Software 17.07 follows hot on the heels of Garmin's Instinct Crossover AMOLED and the Instinct Crossover AMOLED Tactical Edition releases.

Now that the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 can warn users when their blood pressure is too high, Google is apparently planning a similar feature. The code in the latest version of the Fitbit app suggests preparations for a rudimentary blood pressure measurement feature.

A new version of the CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro is now available in various countries worldwide. This Light Green watch is the fourth version in the range, which was launched earlier in 2025. Features include basic health metric tracking, GPS for workouts and support for Bluetooth calling.

A new Suunto smartwatch update is rolling out to some users. Software version 3.21.14 is said to optimize the wearable’s heart rate algorithm for more accurate measurements. Plus, users of the Run smartwatch also get three new features, including a new running mode and a watch finder function.

The Vertical 2 is a new GPS smartwatch with an AMOLED display and a redesigned heart rate sensor. It features an LED flashlight and supports free, detailed offline maps and navigation features.

A new Amazfit software update, version 3.24.6.2, has been reported by users of the Balance 2 smartwatch. The release is said to bring support for a running accessory and improvements for those who also use the brand’s Helio Strap. Plus, the company has tackled an issue linked to the new BioCharge feature.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro smartwatch is receiving another update. The software version 2.4.2.1 release brings improvements to integrations with two training-related apps. Plus, this update also includes two bug fixes alongside a change to the way in which users must end workouts going forward.

Zepp Health recently rolled out a new update for the relatively inexpensive T-Rex 3, which has already been the subject of review at Notebookcheck. We've just tried out the feature and are providing a first look.

The Coros Apex 4 is a new GPS smartwatch which may give Garmin a run for its money in some aspects and is likely to appeal to demanding athletes. The watch also supports a color display, but uses rather specialized display technology.

Garmin has introduced a new update for many of its older Forerunner smartwatches. Rolling out on the company's Beta Program ahead of a future stable release, Beta Version 25.06 brings a few important changes to the table including a fix for a bug plaguing custom alerts.

Garmin is now offering a new milestone update for one of its latest high-end smartwatches. Rolling out as Beta 15.05, the update is said to introduce various bug fixes and improvements while also adding a trio of new watch faces.

Honor is expanding its Watch 5 series with the Watch 5 Pro. Marketed on its health tracking capabilities, the Honor Watch 5 Pro is said to be the first consumer smartwatch capable of 'contactless' blood pressure monitoring.

The Garmin Instinct 3 Supernova Collection watches are now available in various countries. The range includes four limited edition products, one for each version of the smartwatch, each featuring blue accents. They are the same price as the original models, and appear to have matching features.

One of Garmin’s smartwatches is currently receiving software version 12.02. This release brings a new voice message transcription feature to users. Plus, the change log indicates that there are also minor improvements for the location tools available on the Bounce kids smartwatch.

A new global update is currently rolling out to an older Huawei smartwatch. It is said to bring overall system stability improvements, as well as new features linked to the wearable’s Golf Mode. There are two versions of the release, linked to the three variants of the Watch Ultimate.

Garmin is rolling out a new beta update to one of its smartwatches. Flagged by several users in the brand’s forum, it is said to tackle a battery drain problem and bring two new features to users of the vivoactive 6. One of these is a new gesture, which can be used to control notifications.