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The Pixel Watch will be Wear OS 3's debut. (Image source: Ian Zelbo)

Google Pixel Watch to launch with next-generation Google Assistant and maybe even an Exynos SoC

The Pixel Watch may still be a few months away from launching, but 9to5Google has found more details about it within Google apps. Google's first smartwatch will showcase Wear OS 3, with support for a next-generation Google Assista...

Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2021 11:14

The potential Fitbit mood tracker would need access to the historical mental health data of the user. (Image source: Unsplash)

Future Fitbit wearable could offer mental state monitoring and mood tracking at a potential privacy cost

A patent filed by Fitbit has led to the suggestion that the company could be working on a smartwatch device or similar wearable that is capable of tracking the user’s mental health or mood. The Fitbit wearable would use non-invasi...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Dec 2021 07:17

Amazfit's latest GTS 3, GTR 3 and GTR 3 Pro smartwatches get a new software update

Amazfit launched its third-gen GT-series flagship wearables earlier in 2021, complete with an inaugural Pro variant. This GTR 3 Pro is the only one that has reportedly received a new GoPro app via its latest update. The other 2 ha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 17:06

The TicWatch GTK has a 1.3-inch display. (Image source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi TicWatch GTK launches with up to 10 days of battery life at a budget price

Mobvoi has presented the TicWatch GTK, an affordable smartwatch with a 1.3-inch display. Supposedly, the TicWatch GTK should last up to 10 days between charges too and supports over 100 pre-loaded watch faces.

Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2021 14:40

Fraunhofer develops the first color OLED microdisplay for smart glasses, helmets, or other wearables

Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Organic Electronics, Electron Beam and Plasma Technology have developed the world's first color OLED microdisplay with ultra low power consumption. Those can be used for information we n...

Daniel Zlatev, 19 Dec 2021 12:06

The Buds Z2 hit a new market. (Source: OnePlus)

Update | OnePlus announces a Buds Z2 launch for the European and US market

The Buds Z2 are OnePlus' latest TWS earbuds, although they have not been available outside China to date. The OEM has revealed that this will change in mid-December 2021 with their debut in Europe. This launch is to be a social me...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Dec 2021 22:55

Huawei previews its new smart glasses. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei teases its first ever smart glasses with HarmonyOS

Huawei has just released some details on another new product for its increasingly large-scale event later in December 2021. It is the OEM's latest generation of smart glasses. They are speaker-enabled wearables like their predeces...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Dec 2021 18:49

Huawei is updating its smartwatches frequently, of late. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch GT 2 and Huawei Watch 3 series receive new features via their latest software updates

Thanks to its next software update, the ageing Watch GT 2 will soon support even more third-party apps. The same update also brings new health and fitness features to the former flagship smartwatch. By contrast, the Watch 3 and Wa...

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 16:14

The Vivo Watch 2 will launch on December 22 in two colours. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Watch 2: Samsung Galaxy Watch4 lookalike to launch with an eSIM and up to 7 days of battery life

Vivo has confirmed more details about the Watch 2. Launching on December 22, the smartwatch will feature an eSIM and up to 7 days of battery life. Its bezels will be much thicker than those of the Galaxy Watch4 though, to which it...

Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 16:17

The Watch D is a Class II medical device. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch D official teaser confirms Class II medical device certification for blood pressure and ECG measurements

Huawei has confirmed that it will announce the Watch D later this month, just two days before Christmas. The company has confirmed that the smartwatch has received Class II medical device certification, necessary for it to take EC...

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 13:45

The Oppo Air Glass will work only with Oppo smartphones and smartwatches. (Image Source: Oppo)

Oppo Air Glass assisted reality smart glass brings notifications, navigation, teleprompting, and live translation capabilities right in front of your eyes

Oppo has announced the Air Glass, which is an assisted reality smart glass that works with Oppo smartphones and smartwatches. The Air Glass, which will be a China-exclusive for now, is powered by the Snapdragon Wear 4100 SoC and u...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Dec 2021 12:02

The Redmi Watch 2 Lite will be available in three colours. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi brings the Redmi Watch 2 Lite to Europe for €69.99 with a free gift

Xiaomi has started selling the Redmi Watch 2 Lite in Europe. The smartwatch retails for €69.99 and comes with a free gift. So far, Xiaomi has listed the budget smartwatch in Germany, Italy and Spain.

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 22:33

The Xiaomi Watch S1 is tipped to arrive before April 2022, Mi Watch pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Watch S1 to launch within the next few months, launches scheduled in Europe and Asia Pacific countries

Reportedly, Xiaomi has settled on releasing the Watch S1 before April 2022. The smartwatch does away with Xiaomi's 'Mi' branding and will be available across Europe and Asia Pacific countries.

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 22:25

The Vwar Fly7 costs between US$85 and US$87 through AliExpress. (Image source: Vwar)

Vwar Fly7: Apple Watch Series 7 clone launches for US$75

Vwar has launched the Fly7, a blatant Apple Watch Series 7 copy. The Vwar Fly7 has a 1.84-inch display, a GPS module and is IP67 certified. The smartwatch starts at just US$75.

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 15:51

The Huawei Watch D should launch in ten days. (Image source: Weibo)

Leaked Huawei Watch D hands-on photos confirm design, blood pressure monitoring and ECG functionality

Huawei may be ten days away from revealing the Watch D, but hands-on photos have already leaked. The photos confirm several aspects, including the smartwatch's design and that it can monitor blood pressure levels.

Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 13:29

The KnowU device (R) and UBand wearable (L) offer a pain-free alternative to finger sticking. (Image source: Know Labs - edited)

KnowU and UBand Bio-RFID non-invasive blood glucose monitors target painful finger-sticking eradication as comparison tests show promise

Comparison test results for the KnowU and UBand Bio-RFID non-invasive blood glucose monitors have shown a lot of promise for those eager to move away from the painful finger-sticking solution for checking blood sugar levels. The c...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Dec 2021 23:52

The Watch Fit Mini may become available in China soon. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch D retail packaging allegedly leaks out ahead of the wearable's launch

The Watch D is projected to be Huawei's first smartwatch marketed as one capable of clinical-grade blood pressure-monitoring. Now, a box presented as the wearable's original packaging may confirm that this is the case. This leak h...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 17:33

The extensible display offers double the screen estate.(Image Source: Let's Go Digital)

Samsung patent reveals a Galaxy watch with rotating and extensible display

The extensible display can effectively double its size through the use of a crown that also activates the rotating mechanism, plus the touchscreen supports S Pen inputs. There is an under-display camera and a suite of sensors, as ...

Bogdan Solca, 10 Dec 2021 20:29

The Tambour Horizon Light Up is the successor to the Tambour Horizon, which launched in 2019. (Image source: Louis Vuitton)

Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up announced with a Snapdragon Wear 4100 SoC but no Wear OS

Louis Vuitton has revealed a new smartwatch, the Tambour Horizon Light Up. Strictly speaking, it is a successor to the Tambour Horizon. However, Louis Vuitton has ditched Wear OS, the second manufacturer in recent months.

Alex Alderson, 10 Dec 2021 13:26

Kokoon announces a general launch for the sleep-focused Nightbuds

The Kokoon Nightbuds are a pair of (technically) wireless earbuds specifically designed to wear in bed. They are rated by their OEM to track and enhance sleep through a combination of hardware such as an in-built heart-rate sensor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2021 21:49

A StepUp Magnetic Wireless Charging Station. (Source: INTELLI)

INTELLI launches a clutter-free charging solution for Apple devices with the StepUp Magnetic Wireless Station

INTELLI is a brand with a new product called the StepUp Magnetic Wireless Charging Station. It looks like a vaguely wedge-shaped MagSafe-compatible charger for iPhone 12- or 13-series devices on first glance; however, it also cont...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Dec 2021 17:44

The Apple Watch Series 7. (Source: Apple)

Apple is once again slated to launch three kinds of Watch in 2022

Apple is projected to launch the Watch Series 8, a wearable with a potentially significant re-design, in the third quarter of 2022. Now, the respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reportedly asserts that there will be 2 alternative varian...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Dec 2021 17:01

Nothing's "new" new ear (1) versions. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing announces advance release info for its ear (1) Black Edition

Nothing had already revealed that the new, black versions of its inaugural ear (1) TWS buds would be sold through its own website from December 13, 2021. However, the OEM has also now stated that the new variants will also be avai...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2021 17:38

The K'Watch Athlete wearable gives users access to their real-time lactate levels. (Image source: PKVitality - edited)

K'Watch Athlete wearable delivers continuous lactate monitoring without the need for blood samples

PKVitality has been showing off its upcoming K’Watch Athlete wearable. The device has been constructed to help athletes involved in either endurance or explosive sports to monitor their lactic acid levels without the need for anal...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Dec 2021 17:58

Huawei could be less than three weeks away from unveiling the Watch D. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch D: Company's first smartwatch with a blood pressure monitor to debut on December 23

According to reports, Huawei could be less than three weeks away from revealing its first smartwatch that can monitor your blood pressure. The so-called Watch D will be one of many devices unveiled during a comprehensive launch ev...

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2021 15:41

The Fitbit Luxe and Fitbit Sense can be had for a third off. (Image source: Fitbit)

Deal | The Fitbit Luxe and Fitbit Sense are available at between 33% and 37% discounts

The Fitbit Luxe and Fitbit Sense sit at different price points, but they have both received significant discounts. Broadly, the pair have the same feature set, but the Fitbit Sense delivers a more premium experience overall, even ...

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2021 15:36

The Watch GT 3 is available in two sizes and three styles. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch GT 3 receives new features and bug fixes with its first update

Huawei has brought new features to the Watch GT 3, one of its latest smartwatches. Version 2.1.0.180 also addresses a few bugs and is rolling out globally through the Huawei Health app.

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2021 23:20

The BP Doctor MED should start shipping in January 2022. (Image source: YHE)

BP Doctor MED: World's first medical-grade blood pressure smartwatch launches before the Huawei Watch D

YHE has unveiled the BP Doctor MED, its successor to last year's BP Doctor. The BP Doctor MED has a larger display than its predecessor and has received multiple certifications as a medical-grade device.

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2021 23:05

It may only be a few weeks before Huawei presents the Watch D. (Image source: Weibo)

Huawei Watch D launching in December with precise blood pressure monitoring capabilities

Rumour has it that Huawei has scheduled a substantial hardware event in December. The Watch D is thought to be Huawei's first smartwatch that can monitor your blood pressure, a feature that is becoming more popular among smartwatc...

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2021 18:26

The Afon blood sugar sensor should do away with painful fingertip pricking for millions of people with diabetes. (Image source: Afon/Unsplash - edited)

Pain-free non-invasive blood sugar monitor for use with any compatible smart device in the Afon pipeline

A pain-free blood glucose sensor is being trialed by a UK-based company called Afon Technology. While there are supposedly various non-invasive hardware solutions being worked on, the Afon blood sugar level monitor comes as a supp...

Daniel R Deakin, 28 Nov 2021 19:14

Amazfit goes from strength to strength in its market. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit celebrates its 2021 third-quarter success with its Black Friday 2021 deals

Amazfit has risen to #3 in the smartwatch market for the latest complete quarter of 2021 (or 3Q2021). Accordingly, it has announced deals on a number of these wearables for today's Black Friday event in the US. They include the po...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Nov 2021 19:11

The Xiaomi Watch S has made two appearances so far. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Xiaomi Watch S: New smartwatch discovered at regulatory bodies

It seems that Xiaomi is gearing to announce another new smartwatch. The Xiaomi Watch S should receive a global release too, unlike some recent smartwatches and fitness trackers produced by the company.

Alex Alderson, 26 Nov 2021 13:58

OPPO's alleged new earbuds. (Source: GizNext)

OPPO is slated to launch new TWS earbuds as well as phones on November 25, 2021

OPPO has confirmed that it will debut the potentially innovative Reno7 series of Android smartphones tomorrow (November 25, 2021). Now, it is rumored to have new TWS earbuds to launch alongside them. Judging by their alleged produ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Nov 2021 23:56

Tile is about to become a part of Life360. (Source: Life360)

Tile is to become part of Life360 as part of a US$200+ million deal

The Life360 has announced that it will acquire Tile, buying the company out for just over $205 million. The acquisition has the potential to expand and streamline the location-tracking features involved in the services offered by ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Nov 2021 19:50

The way Beats earphones sell on Amazon.it is about to change. (Source: Beats)

The Italian anti-trust authority slaps Apple and Amazon with multi-million-euro fines

Italy's anti-competition watchdog AGCM has ruled against Apple and Amazon in a case concerning the sale of Beats-series products on the latter's website for the country. The authority has concluded that the 2 OEMs formulated sales...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Nov 2021 23:53

The difference a year makes. (Source: Counterpoint Research)

The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series propels Wear OS to its best quarter in years

The overall share of Wear OS within the smartwatch market has never so much as cracked 5% in Counterpoint Research's reports on this space for the last 5 years. Now, thanks to the launch of the new Galaxy Watch4 series, things hav...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Nov 2021 18:11

The Apple Watch SE is orderable for US$219 in the US during Black Friday sales. (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Apple Watch SE receives US$60 discount as part of Black Friday sales

Multiple retailers have reduced the price of the entry-level Apple Watch SE. The 40 mm smartwatch is now available at US$60 less than its retail price, albeit only with GPS and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2021 14:29

The Vivo Watch 2 will lack the metal bezel of its predecessor, pictured. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Watch 2 marketing render leaks, confirming a conventional design

A reliable leaker has published a marketing render of the Vivo Watch 2, a successor to last year's model. The Vivo Watch 2 is thought to arrive as a 42 mm watch with an OLED display, a 515 mAh battery, and an LTE modem.

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2021 12:07

The WristMac on its 'bi-directional' Macintosh adapter. (Image source: Aroged)

Seiko WristMac: Macintosh-compatible wristwatch that helped send the first email from space goes up for auction 33 years after its release

A rare example of early wearable technology is available to purchase on auction website ComicConnect. The WristMac debuted in 1988 and could communicate with the Mac Plus, Mac SE or the Mac II. It was also instrumental in sending ...

Alex Alderson, 23 Nov 2021 12:03

Volta teases "240W" and MagSafe power banks as its next upcoming products

Volta, an OEM specializing in high-speed power accessories for smart devices, has announced that one of its latest products is to be the BOLT power bank. It is touted to offer up to 6 different charging modes at a combined potenti...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Nov 2021 14:39

The Watch Series 8, as imagined by @LeaksApplePro. (Image source: @LeaksApplePro)

Apple Watch Series 8 CAD-based render leaks showing few changes from this year's smartwatch

The Apple Watch Series 8 could look an awful lot like its predecessors, if a CAD-based render is correct. Allegedly, Apple is only planning on making one visible change for its next-generation smartwatch, with no flat design to be...

Alex Alderson, 19 Nov 2021 14:22

Realme gives the Dizo Watch 2 a new title. (Source: Dizo)

Realme's Dizo sells 100,000 units of its Watch 2 in the first 40 days of its release

Dizo is a new brand recently started by Realme with a focus on a cost-effective tech-enhanced lifestyle. Now, it has announced that its second-gen Watch has amassed 100,000 orders in the 40 days since its release. The company asse...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Nov 2021 21:55

Huawei launches the Watch GT Runner as its latest wearable

Huawei has made the new Runner variant of its Watch GT series. Its case, band and UI have been redesigned with athletic performance in mind. It incorporates a new antenna design for improved positioning, and is rated for up to 14 ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Nov 2021 17:50

The Moto Watch 100 has launched in two colours. (Image source: Motorola)

Moto Watch 100: Motorola takes a step towards abandoning Wear OS with a new smartwatch that runs a proprietary OS

Motorola has announced the Moto Watch 100, a 42 mm smartwatch with up to 14 days of battery life. The Moto Watch 100 is available to order for US$99.99 and is packed full of features, but not Wear OS.

Alex Alderson, 17 Nov 2021 12:05

The ear (1) buds might get a new look soon. (Source: Nothing)

Rumor | Nothing plans to release its ear (1) buds in a new colorway

Carl Pei's new start-up Nothing has but one product to its name so far: the ear (1) TWS earbuds. The active noise-cancelling (ANC)-enabled wearables have had only one SKU since their launch. Now, however, they are slated to releas...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2021 18:34

HarmonyOS 2.0.0.197 is rolling out globally to the Huawei Watch 3 series. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro receive new features via an extensive update

Huawei has started rolling out a new update to the Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro globally. This month's update expands message replies to third-party party apps, adds a sleep mode and enables a switch for cycling between paired headphon...

Alex Alderson, 16 Nov 2021 15:44

Is this the Moto Watch 100? (Source: 91Mobiles)

Motorola's "Moto Watch 100" appears in new leaked renders

Motorola's next smartwatch is projected to launch as the first of a new Moto Watch 100 series. This wearable has now surfaced in a new tip that is a close match for images allegedly leaked directly from the OEM earlier. Therefore,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Nov 2021 16:58

Huawei has already launched four smartwatches this year. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei patent describes how blood pressure monitoring could work in the Watch D

A patent that Huawei filed last year has shed light on how the Huawei Watch D measures blood pressure. Seemingly, Huawei's approach relies on three sensors, with two measuring your wrist thickness and fat levels, which a smartwatc...

Alex Alderson, 13 Nov 2021 11:17