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The TicWatch E3 is only available in one colour, despite impressions to the contrary. (Image source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi TicWatch E3 launched at a bargain price for a Snapdragon Wear 4100 smartwatch

While Google is yet to detail all aspects of its Wear OS reboot, Mobvoi has released a new Wear OS smartwatch. The TicWatch E3 shares many features with the TicWatch Pro 3, including a Wear 4100 SoC and 1 GB of RAM. The TicWatch E...
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2021 19:35
Realme introduces its second-gen smartwatch. (Source: Realme)

Realme announces a global debut for its Watch 2 and 2 Pro, if not its laptop

Realme has released its Watch 2 and 2 Pro to the European market today (June 16, 2021), during an event also rumored to reveal the OEM's first-gen laptop. This did not transpire as anticipated, although the launch did show the bra...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jun 2021 21:47
The Galaxy Watch 3. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4: a new FCC leak confirms a 4G/LTE variant

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved 2 new Samsung devices, the SM-R880 and SM-R885, for sale. As they are thought to be 2 versions of the upcoming Galaxy Watch 4, this may put the flagship wearables closer to ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jun 2021 22:04
Xiaomi previews its new smartwatch. (Source: Twitter)

Xiaomi teases the launch of the new Mi Watch Revolve Active in India

Xiaomi has announced that it will release a new smartwatch to the Indian market soon. This new wearable is called the Active version of the Mi Watch Revolve, and does not appear hugely different from that pre-existing smartwatch. ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jun 2021 15:21
The Studio Buds' only render to date. (Source: Twitter)

Rumor | The Beats Studio Buds will launch "imminently" and cost around US$150

Apple's next personal audio devices are projected to come from the Beats brand and to be called the Studio Buds. The prolific leaker Jon Prosser now asserts that these TWS earbuds will cost no more than US$150 and may launch very ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jun 2021 14:50
The Opus X headphones. (Source: Razer)

Razer's latest Opus wireless headphones drop THX branding for a reduced starting price

Razer has launched the new Opus X headphones via its own website. These new wireless accessories have emerged as a new mid-range variant of their series, compared to the original Opus cans. They support active noise cancellation (...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jun 2021 14:43
The Midnight Blue model will cost as much as the Black and Silver models do. (Image source: Sony)

Sony refreshes the WH-1000XM4 in a Midnight Blue colourway

Sony has added to the colour options in which it already sold the WH-1000XM4. From the middle of this month, the company will begin selling its latest over-ear headphones in Midnight Blue, which also has gold accents. The Midnight...
Alex Alderson, 11 Jun 2021 14:15
The Beats Studio Buds appear in NCC testing. (Source: NCC via MacRumors)

Apple's Beats Studio Buds pop by Taiwan's NCC ahead of their launch

Apple's 'other' personal audio brand, Beats, is projected to release its next product, a pair of TWS earphones, soon. Now, a new leak indicates that they have picked up NCC clearance for sale in Taiwan, suggesting they are not too...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jun 2021 21:14
The Facebook smartwatch is said to be coming in 2022. (Image: XDA-Developers)

Facebook's first smartwatch targeted for next summer, will do double duty as a standalone camera

Facebook is prepping its first smartwatch that can also double as standalone camera of sorts. According to The Verge, the new smartwatch will feature two cameras and can be detached from a watch band and used for taking photos and...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Jun 2021 12:52
The Galaxy Watch 4 might be here soon. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung's next-gen Galaxy Watches close in on a launch with a new 3C certification

Samsung is thought to introduce the Galaxy Watch 4 and Active 4 lines of smartwatches during its next major product event. Now, another domino in this rumored sequence might have fallen, in the form of 3C certification for new wea...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2021 17:41
The WF-1000XM4 is the first pair of WF-1000X earbuds in nearly two years. (Image source: Sony)

The Sony WF-1000XM4 launches with some exciting features and an inflated price tag

Sony has lifted the lid on the WF-1000XM4, the follow-up to 2019's WF-1000XM3. The WF-1000XM4 contains many innovations, including LDAC support, a new V1 SoC and a charging case that supports Qi wireless charging. The WF-1000XM4 i...
Alex Alderson, 08 Jun 2021 18:44
The Watch Active 2. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 4 battery specs emerge in new leaks

Samsung has reportedly certified a new battery with the group SGS Fimko, listed as intended for what looks like 2 variants of the same upcoming smartwatch. Their model numbers have become linked to the next-gen Galaxy Watch Active...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jun 2021 14:07
Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 in review: Effective design improvement, the price fits

Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 in review: Effective design improvement, the price fits

Brought into shape. The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 does not look any different from its predecessor. However, the display is significantly larger because Xiaomi now uses the surface better. In the test, we draw a comparison to the Mi Band 5 and Huami's Amazfit Band 5 at the relevant points.
1.56" | 12.8 g
Inge Schwabe, 06 Jun 2021 10:18
The Apple S6 CPU is one of the most expensive components of the Watch Series 6. (Image source: Apple/Counterpoint - edited)

Apple Watch Series 6 bill of materials estimate is barely even a third of the smartwatch's official price

Counterpoint has produced a bill of materials (BoM) analysis for the Apple Watch Series 6 and has estimated that the cost is just over a third of the official price of the popular smartwatch. The most expensive parts of the 2020 A...
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Jun 2021 22:59
The new Pixel Buds A. (Source: Google)

Google makes the Pixel Buds A official for US$99

Google has formally launched its latest TWS earbuds, albeit as effectively cut-down versions of its original Pixel Buds for $100 less than their original price. Therefore, the new A variants' design is much unchanged from their pr...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2021 22:12
The Wireless Charger Pad Trio. (Source: Samsung)

Rumor | Samsung will launch a new, improved wireless charging pad soon

A Twitter-based leaker claims that Samsung has a new, AirPower-like wireless charger in the works. This pad is apparently thinner than its closest pre-existing counterpart, thanks to slimmer coil and thermal-management technology....
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2021 21:18
Smart tags, smart tags everywhere. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | OnePlus will include smart tags in its next round of product launches

According to a new leak, OnePlus is about to join the growing number of smartphone OEMs with its own smart tag. The report asserts that the company has registered a relevant trademark, alongside others for pre-existing products. T...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2021 20:09
Polar Vantage M2 smartwatch in review: Good sports functions, still without touchscreen

Polar Vantage M2 smartwatch in review: Good sports functions, still without touchscreen

Everything goes better with music. Half a year after the Vantage V2, the Polar Vantage M also has a successor. New features include a control for the smartphone player, weather information and the smart FuelWise assistant. The Polar Vantage M2 does not offer gesture control as an alternative to using the buttons.
1.20" | 28 g
Inge Schwabe, 03 Jun 2021 16:13
Fitbit has brought new features to the Sense and Versa 3 this month. (Image source: Fitbit)

The Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 receive new features and refinements with their latest software updates

Fitbit has brought a raft of changes to its most recent smartwatches with their latest updates. FitbitOS now supports faster access to the pair's SpO2 sensors and improved Google Assistant integration, among other changes.
Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2021 12:15
Amazfit is now a top smartphone brand. (Source: Amazfit)

Zepp/Amazfit rises to #4 in the smartwatch market for the first quarter of 2021

Zepp Health has announced that its increasingly popular brands Amazfit and Zepp broke into the top 4 of names in the smartwatch market in terms of shipments for the first quarter of 2021 (1Q2021). They sold nearly 69% more units c...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jun 2021 21:52
The FreeBuds 4. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei launches the FreeBuds 4 as comfort-focused, ANC TWS earbuds

Huawei describes its latest FreeBuds 4 as high-sound-quality TWS earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC). They are also pitched as particularly comfortable earphones, due to their light build and design. They are rated for up...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jun 2021 17:20
The Huawei Watch 3. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei officially unveils the Watch 3 and 3 Pro: new 4G/LTE-enabled wearables with premium materials and price-tags

Huawei has launched its latest smartwatches alongside its new MatePads. The 3 and 3 Pro have eSIM functions in addition to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and NFC. The OEM also claims 24/7 heart-rate and blood-oxygen tracking, as well as lo...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jun 2021 16:52
Sony will reveal the WF-1000XM4 on June 8, or June 9 for those living in Japan. (Image source: WinFuture)

Sony WF-1000XM4 release date set as European retailer pricing leaks

The replacement for the WF-1000XM3 is edging closer to release. Sony has finally alluded to when it will be announcing the WF-1000XM4, but a Slovakian retailer has already revealed how much the TWS earbuds will cost in Europe.
Alex Alderson, 02 Jun 2021 15:26
Polar Vantage V2 in review: Great sports watch with useful smartwatch functions

Polar Vantage V2 in review: Great sports watch with useful smartwatch functions

Up and down. The hill splitter, which determines a separate pace on routes with inclines and declines, has been taken over by the successor of the Vantage V from the Grit-X. In addition, Polar adds further smartwatch functions with remote control for the smartphone player.
1.20" | 34 g
Inge Schwabe, 02 Jun 2021 10:29
The AirDots 3 Pro. (Source: Redmi)

The Redmi AirDots 3 Pro are slated for re-launch as the POCO Pop Buds soon

The Redmi AirDots 3 Pro have just launched on the Chinese market as its brand's latest ANC TWS earbuds; now, they seem poised to hit the global market, albeit under a different name - possibly even a different brand. They have bee...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Jun 2021 15:29
New premium Apple podcasts are coming. (Source: Apple)

Update | Apple Podcasts Subscriptions: a new marketplace for creators available from May 2021

Apple's Podcasts app will soon spawn a new wave of titles, to be published by new partner brands such as the Washington Post and Sony Music and also by independent creators. These new streams will require monthly or yearly fees, f...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Jun 2021 14:13
The Watch 3 will be available in regular and Pro models. (Image source: Weibo)

Huawei Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro revealed in hands-on leaks

Huawei is only two days away from unveiling the Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro, its first flagship smartwatches since the Watch GT 2 Pro. The Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro have already leaked extensively though, including in a hands-on video.
Alex Alderson, 31 May 2021 15:43
Meizu's latest Watch. (Source: Weibo)

The new Meizu Watch comes with eSIM support, SpO2 sensing and up to 36 days of battery life

Meizu has just announced a new smartwatch powered by the latest Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform for wearables. The OEM has packed it with a raft of health-monitoring features, heart-rate and blood-oxygen measurements included, not t...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 May 2021 15:28
The AirPods Pro. (Source: Apple)

The next AirPods Pro might ditch the classic stemmed design: new leak

A new Bloomberg report purports to spill the latest on the next generation of Apple's signature TWS earbuds and their availability. It asserts that the third generation of the base models will be out some time in 2021. The next Pr...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 May 2021 22:14
Sony has overhauled the WF-1000 series with the M4. (Image source: Sony)

Possible Sony WF-1000XM4 release date revealed as launch commercial leaks

Sony is yet to launch the WF-1000XM4, but a launch commercial detailing the upcoming earbuds has already leaked. A potential launch date has been revealed too, which would put the WF-1000XM4 just over two weeks away from being ann...
Alex Alderson, 29 May 2021 21:00
A schematic of Samsung's next buds. (Source: FCC via 91Mobiles)

Samsung registers what might be the Galaxy Buds 2 with the FCC

Samsung is rumored to launch next-gen wearables called the Galaxy Buds 2 at its next product event. Now, the OEM has submitted a pair of TWS earbuds that might match up with this leak with the FCC. They look a lot like their immed...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 May 2021 17:52
The "OPPO Watch 2" with an Ambiq mascot. (Source: Ambiq)

Rumor | The OPPO Watch 2 will pack the latest Snapdragon 4100 and a 2nd low-power co-processor

The OPPO Watch is probably one of the most Apple-like smartwatches with Wear OS out there. Now, some leaks hint strongly at a second generation powered by Qualcomm's most up-to-date platforms for wearables. Meanwhile, the company ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 May 2021 15:39
The Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro will debut on June 2. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch 3 Pro leak confirms the upcoming smartwatch's design

Huawei is close to unveiling the Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro, but a hands-on photo has already confirmed the latter's design. The pair will arrive on June 2 alongside other new HarmonyOS-powered devices.
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2021 19:24
The Bugatti Ceramique Edition One smartwatch has been inspired by the manufacturer's beautiful sports cars. (Image source: Bugatti/VIITA - edited)

Bugatti Ceramique Edition One: The world's most luxurious smartwatch offers a mixture of stunning looks and useful features for an eye-watering price

Smartwatch company VIITA has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the first Bugatti smartwatch. Three bezels are on offer for the Bugatti Ceramique Edition One, which are inspired by vehicles from the world-famous car manufacturer....
Daniel R Deakin, 28 May 2021 18:18
AliveCor's KardiaBand. (Source: AliveCor)

Apple faces a new lawsuit over claims it stole another company's idea for on-Watch ECGs

The medical-grade wearables company AliveCor has decided to push for an anti-trust suit against Apple over the manner in which the Cupertino giant has taken over the market for smart watches or bands that support on-device electro...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 May 2021 17:34
The new Suunto 9 Peak will be available in four colours and two variants. (Image source: Suunto)

Suunto presents the Suunto 9 Peak, an ultra-thin and robust smartwatch

The Suunto 9 Peak is a GPS-enabled smartwatch with a lightweight and hardy chassis. The device supports blood oxygen saturation measurements via a SpO2 sensor and has a large battery for up to 170 hours between charges with GPS en...
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2021 15:39
The new Syn Pro Air. (Source: ROCCAT)

ROCCAT announces its latest wireless gaming headset, the Syn Pro Air

ROCCAT has introduced its new Syn Pro Air as its latest high-end gaming headset. It combines a range of potential advantages of its maker's association with Turtle Beach in its build, including a TruSpeak flip-up mic, the Superhum...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 May 2021 15:14
The new Enco Free2 buds. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO's latest Enco Free2 TWS earbuds with Dynaudio tuning and ANC

The Enco Free series are the more affordable of OPPO's TWS earbuds; nevertheless, the latest generation boasts active noise cancellation (ANC) for just under US$100. They also feature an IP54 ingress-protection, up to 30 hours of ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 May 2021 18:41
The Sony WF-1000XM4 will bring LDAC support and will carry an IPX4 rating for water resistance. (Image: Sony)

Sony WF-1000XM4 TWS earbuds set to launch soon, feature new V1 noise cancelling chip and an IPX4 rating for water resistance

All the details of Sony’s eagerly awaited WF-1000XM4 earbuds have leaked. The new earbuds are Sony’s answer to the Apple AirPods Pro among other competitors and bring many of the features fans of the WF-1000XM3 have been hoping fo...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 27 May 2021 13:57
The new AirDots 3 Pro. (Source: Redmi)

Redmi launches the AirDots 3 Pro as its latest noise-cancelling TWS earbuds

Redmi's new AirDots 3 Pro are rated for a kind of noise-cancelling that apparently adapts to the ambient condition by themselves, using AI. The Bluetooth 5.2 accessories are rated for up to 28 hours of play-time with their new cas...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 May 2021 21:09
The Nest Hub. (Source: Google)

Google will finally launch Fuchsia OS soon, albeit on just one smart home device

Fuchsia is the name of an in-house OS Google has reportedly had in the works for years. Now, it is finally due to see a roll-out on one of the OEM's more recent smart-home products. The Nest Hub is slated to start using this new s...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 May 2021 14:29
The Haylou RS3 has a 1.2-inch display. (Image source: Haylou)

Haylou RS3 smartwatch launched with GPS and long battery life for under US$70

The Haylou RS3 is an affordable smartwatch that is compatible with Android and iOS devices. The smartwatch has built-in GPS, a waterproof body and retails for under US$70.
Alex Alderson, 24 May 2021 23:19
Nothing's first product teaser. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing's first pair of TWS earbuds gets closer to launch with approval for sale in India

Carl Pei's new start-up Nothing is slated to launch its inaugural product, a pair of TWS earbuds, at some point in June 2021. This event now seems closer than ever with a new leak. It consists of an alleged BIS certification for t...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2021 22:29
Google will open a new type of Store soon. (Source: Google)

Google unveils plans to open its inaugural physical Store soon

Google is a technology giant that has sold products exclusively through its official online stores throughout its history. However, it is now breaking that trend with an imminent brick-and-mortar equivalent, located near its New Y...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2021 23:10
The new DG Band. (Source: DOOGEE)

The DOOGEE DG Band packs 5ATM water resistance, SpO2-metrics and Amazon Alexa support for under US$50

DOOGEE has launched the DG Band, a wearable of the traditional fitness tracker form-factor. It has a 1.05-inch LCD display, which can display data from its sensors for heart-rate, stress and blood-oxygen. It is also rated to track...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2021 18:12
The new alleged evidence of the Note21's existence. (Source: Twitter)

Update | A "Samsung Store" leak re-ignites hopes for the Galaxy Note 21 series

A slew of leaks and rumors have purported to pronounce the Galaxy Note 21 series dead as of 2021. However, photos of what is claimed to be a piece of corporate art at a new physical Samsung store now dispute those claims. It incor...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2021 13:34
A Watch 3 render. (Source: Huawei Central)

Huawei confirms a June 2, 2021 launch for HarmonyOS

Huawei has set a date for the launch of its first-party operating system, HarmonyOS, in its native China. The software may have originally been intended to replace Android on its smartphones, but may also ship with other new produ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2021 13:26
The new Watch 2 Pro. (Source: Realme)

Realme launches the Watch 2 Pro with 2 more days of battery life and a larger display compared to the base model

The Realme Watch 2 Pro is a new smartwatch with a blood-oxygen sensor, 90 sports modes and sleep-tracking - as does its vanilla sibling. However, it has a bigger 1.75-inch display, as well as the in-built GPS the plain Watch 2 lac...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2021 13:37
An Apple Watch. (Source: Apple)

Apple teases its new one-handed mode of control for the Apple Watch

Apple has outlined plans for new dimensions of accessibility in its mobile devices, including a new SignTime service that allows people who use certain sign languages to better use the OEM's online support system. The updates also...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2021 00:44
How a redesigned Apple Watch Series 7 might look. (Image: Appleinsider)

Apple Watch Series 7 in line for redesign with squared off display in line with iPad Pro, iPhone 12 look

The Apple Watch Series 7 could be in line for a redesign according to tipster Jon Prosser. The changes would make the Watch look squared off at the edges and replace the currently rounded off look bringing it in line with the squa...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 May 2021 13:18

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