Major Android Wear update rolls out
Android Wear 5.0 comes with an updated Wear app for smartphones, a new API for developers and 27 officially supported watch faces that can be already downloaded from the Google Play Store.
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4G LTE-capable LG G Watch R2 could show up in February
The direct successor to the notorious G Watch R is expected to be unveiled at MWC 2015 in Barcelona featuring 4G connectivity.
TAG Heuer rumored to release an Intel-based smartwatch at CES 2015
A recent report claims that Swiss luxury watch maker TAG Heuer could make a surprise appearance at CES 2015 in Las Vegas, where the company is expected to release a smartwatch with a classic round design.
Kairos T-band turns analog watches into smartwatches
This smart strap can turn an old mechanical watch into a smartwatch and promises to offer up to 10 days of battery life on a single charge when it ships in mid-2015.
LG G Watch R now available in the Google Play store
This round smartwatch can now be purchased in the US via the Google Play store for $299.99 USD, as previously announced.
Samsung Gear S hits the US next week
This next-generation wearable powered by Tizen OS and featuring a curved Super AMOLED display will hit the US on November 7.
Fitbit Charge wearable to be available later this year
This $130 USD wristband will be joined by the Charge HR and the Surge in early 2015, last one offering multiple smartwatch features for $250 USD.
Moto 360 gets software update
Motorola's smartwatch now offers improved autonomy, as well as multiple tweaks and bug fixes.
LG G Watch R hits the US next month
This round smartwatch goes on sale in the UK today and the United States will follow next month, but it will be soon available for pre-order via Google Play.
Will.i.am unveils Puls 3G smartwatch
This smartwatch has full 3G phone capabilities, can connect to the Internet, has GPS, and can also monitor vital signs and activies.
Opera Mini becomes the first web browser for Gear S
Opera Mini is now the first full-featured web browser for the Tizen OS-powered Samsung Gear S smartwatch.
LG G Watch R launches in South Korea next week
This round Android Wear smartwatch hits the South Korean market on October 14 for roughly $330 USD.
Lenovo SW-B100 Smartband hits the FCC
This IP 67-certified wearable has Bluetooth connectivity and heart rate monitoring capabilities, promising no less than 7 days of autonomy on a single charge.
Pebble smartwatch gets new software update and a lower price
This Android Wear-powered gadget now features activity and sleep tracking, while its price falls below $100 USD, thus making it a much more attractive choice.
Intel Basis Peak wearable coming in November
This gadget combines advanced activity tracking with smartwatch features and will hit the US in November for $199.99 USD.
Moto 360 stone leather replaces gray leather model
The gray Moto 360 has been discontinued today, so this Android Wear-powered smartwatch will only be available in black and stone from now on.
Samsung Power Sharing Cable turns smartphones and tablets into power banks
This $20 USD accessory has micro USB connectors on both ends, thus allowing its users to turn Samsung smartphones and tablets into portable power banks.
Epic Cellular introduces Mini and Signature Edition watchphones
These two new Epic Watchphones are worn on the wrist or as a necklace, are built using premium stainless steel and offer full phone capabilities.
Apple Watch to go on sale in early 2015
The long-awaited wearable is compatible with iOS 8-powered iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus and will go on sale next year starting at $349 USD.
IFA 2014 | Sony announces SmartWatch 3 and SmartBand Talk
Both these new products are built to interact with Sony's Android app Lifelog and will launch later this fall.
Huawei to launch a smartwatch in 2015
Huawei did not release any Android Wear devices yet, but they are getting ready to launch a smartwatch powered by this mobile OS next year.
IFA 2014 | Motorola Moto 360 is now official
Motorola's new wearable has a round face with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection, comes loaded with Android Wear and retails for $249 USD.
IFA 2014 | Asus announces ZenWatch smartwatch
This wearable runs Android Wear OS with a customized version of Asus' ZenUI interface on top and features a curved display and a leather strap with a quick-release clasp.
Samsung Gear S Strap joins "Swarovski for Samsung" collection
This crystal-encrusted exclusive strap joins the luxury accessories for Samsung devices which are already part of the "Swarovski for Samsung" collection, such as the Crystal Battery Cover for Galaxy S5.
Sony could unveil SmartWatch 3 and SmartBand Talk this week
These two waterproof wearables are expected to be unveiled on September 4 at the IFA 2014 trade show in Berlin.
Apple special event confirmed for September 9
The Cupertino company is expected to unveil both the iPhone 6 flagship and the long-awaited iWatch smartwatch at this event, but nothing has been confirmed yet, as its headline reads "Wish we could say more."
Asus ZenWatch to cost less than $199 USD
Asustek's CEO has confirmed the company's first smartwatch will hit the US in October, loaded with Android Wear and featuring voice recognition.
LG announces G Watch R smartwatch
This round smartwatch features a circular Plastic OLED display which uses the entire watch face, is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor and runs Android Wear.
Samsung announces Gear S smartwatch and Gear Circle earbuds
The new smartwatch is IP67-certified and features a dual-core processor, 512 MB of memory and 4 GB of internal storage, a 2-inch curved AMOLED display, as well as 3G, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity.
Samsung Gear 3 to feature curved display
The new Gear smartwatch is expected to show up at IFA 2014 next week featuring a curved AMOLED display and loaded with Tizen OS.
LG round smartwatch could be coming soon
LG G Watch Round will be the company's first round smartwatch and is expected to show up next month at IFA 2014 in Berlin.
Moto 360 smartwatch, spotted at Best Buy
The price, specs and features of this upcoming smartwatch have been revealed by a Best Buy product page which has been quickly removed. Official launch is expected for September 4.
Neptune Pine smartwatch ships to Kickstarter backers
This independent smartwatch features a 2.4-inch screen, a dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor, 512 MB of memory and 32 GB of internal storage, as well as front and rear cameras.
Motorola Moto 360 photos leak online
Motorola Moto 360 will have a metallic body, IP67 certification for protection from water and dust, as well as up to four days of autonomy on a single charge.
LG launches G Watch update KMV78Y
This software update seems to fix the problem of corrosion buildup on the exposed POGO pins on the back of the smartwatch, but no official changelog is available yet.
HP and Gilt to launch stylish smartwatch this fall
HP together with Gilt and fashion designer Michael Bastian will launch a stainless steel case smartwatch with both iOS and Android compatibility this fall.
SWIP3 is the first game for Android Wear
This match-three puzzle game is the first one available for Android Wear devices but can also be enjoyed on Android smartphones/tablets or on the PC/Mac in a Web browser.
Samsung Galaxy Gear gets Tizen OS update
This new update can be performed via Kies 3.0, is free and brings the Galaxy Gear 2's Tizen OS to the first generation smartwatch from Samsung.
LG G3 Smartphone and LG G Watch Review
Hot potato. The LG G3 has received much acclaim and we cannot deny that we looked forward to the first smartphone with a WQHD display. Still, although LG does a lot right, some technical problems with the screen, average battery runtimes and especially heat dissipation issues prevent it from taking the top spot among high-end smartphones. The G Watch is an interesting gadget.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AC | Qualcomm Adreno 330 | 5.50" | 149 g
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AC | Qualcomm Adreno 330 | 5.50" | 149 g
LG announces KizON wristband
This new wearable was designed with pre-school and primary school children in mind. It allows their parents to easily track their children's whereabouts using a tablet or smartphone.
LG launches G Watch smartwatch
This new smartwatch has a 1.65-inch screen, a Snapdragon 400 processor and can be purchased from the Google Play Store and various retailers around the world starting at $229.99 USD.
Details of LG's upcoming smartwatch emerge
LG G Watch could be available as soon as next month with a 1.65" display and a Snapdragon 400 processor.
Apple wearable expected in October
Wearable device from Apple could be announced in October with HealthKit applications.
Samsung event unveils Simband and SAMI health initiatives
Samsung unveils two new health-related products, starting with the Simband smartwatch that tracks health parameters and SAMI which handles all the data.
Samsung reportedly working on a standalone smartwatch
Samsung could release a smartwatch that would make phone calls and send emails without relying on a tethered smartphone.
Scosche launches RHYTHM+ armband heart rate monitor
This new gadget measures heart rate and tracks calories burned more accurately than a conventional chest strap and connects with smartphones, sport watches and exercise equipment.
Moto 360 smartwatch could cost just $249
A contest for designing the Moto 360 watchface has the estimated price at just $249.
Samsung dominates the smartwatch market
According to the latest statistics Samsung controls over 70 percent of the smartwatch market with around 500,000 units sold during Q1 2014.
Review Samsung Galaxy S5 Smartphone
Space...the Final Frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Notebookcheck as she continues her mission to explore the (Samsung) Galaxy S5. The crew is hoping for a result that is out of this world - and although the scores fall slightly short of expectations, the S5 nonetheless earns the smartphone-crown.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AC | Qualcomm Adreno 330 | 5.10" | 145 g
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AC | Qualcomm Adreno 330 | 5.10" | 145 g
“Swarovski for Samsung” collection launches
This is an exclusive collection of Swarovski crystal accessories for the Galaxy S5 and Gear Fit which has just became available on Samsung Online Store.
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