IDC predicting rapid growth of wearables in 2016
Sales could reach approximately 200 million by 2019 due to increasing consumer interest.
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Casio WSD-F10 smart outdoor watch to hit the market next week
This rugged smartwatch will cost $500 USD and will become available on March 25th.
Michael Kors Access smartwatch coming this fall
This fashionable Android Wear connected time piece works with both iPhone and Android phones, and is expected to retail starting at $395 USD.
Nixon Mission waterproof smartwatch coming later this year
This rugged smartwatch is the first Android Wear wearable in the world powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 SoC and will come out later this year offering multiple customization options.
Samsung Gear S2 by de GRISOGONO now official
This new limited edition luxury smartwatch will be on display at Baselworld 2016 starting tomorrow and is scheduled to hit the market this summer via Samsung's and GRISOGONO's retail channels.
Fossil unveils Q Wander and Q Marshal wearables
The two new members of the Q lineup are powered by Android Wear and support wireless charging, aiming to compete with Motorola's Moto 360 and the Huawei Watch.
Samsung Gear S2 gets new Snoopy watch faces
The new faces come for free and can be downloaded directly from Gear Apps.
Fitbit Blaze now available for purchase
This fitness tracker that was unveiled back at CES is now shipping as previously announced, and those interested can purchase it for $199 USD.
Huawei Watch receives Android 6.0 Marshmallow update
The update adds gesture functionality, better music controls, and improved Google Now usability.
Samsung Gear S2 gets ceramic bracelet option
The new option is only available in France for now, but other markets should join it soon.
MWC 2016 | LG Watch Urbane 2 returns later this year
Back in November 2015, LG suddenly cancelled its latest smartwatch, but it looks like the problems will be a thing of the past soon and the Watch Urbane 2 will get back in the second part of 2016,
Wearables market up 172 percent thanks to fitness trackers and the Apple Watch
The global wearables market saw a significant upswing to more than 78 million units shipped as of 2015.
Fitbit still leads the wearable market
Although they shipped almost twice the amount of wearables compared to the previous year, Fitbit might lose the crown to Xiaomi, whose shipments grew by nearly 10 times during the same period.
MWC 2016 | Omate unveils Wherecom K3 smartwatch for kids
This wearable powered by Android Lollipop aims kids aged between 6 and 10, bringing together a GPS tracker and a standard 3G smartwatch.
Samsung Gear S2 Classic 3G coming to the US next month
Starting March 11, the black variant of this smartwatch will reach select major wireless networks in the US.
First-gen Moto 360 gets new firmware
Motorola's first smartwatch gets Android Wear Marshmallow, following the Moto Sport and the second-gen Moto 360.
Samsung Gear S2 Classic now available in Platinum and Rose Gold
The two new members of the Gear S2 family now retail for $449.99 USD via multiple retailers, including BestBuy, Amazon, and Macy's.
Google adds speaker support and new gestures to Android Wear
The updated operating system for smartwatches now allows owners of such devices to make and take calls over Bluetooth, also offering new gestures.
HP-powered Isaac Mizrahi smartwatch now available
This smartwatch has basic notifications, its face is framed by Swarovski crystals, and has a price of $249.99 USD.
Wearables market expected to rise 18.4 percent by end of 2016
Smartwatches and other wearables to grow steadily within the next few years to 322.69 million units shipped by 2017.
Samsung launches Gear S2 Classic New Edition in China
China is the first country to get this highly-anticipated smart wearable, that merges fashion with technology, with many other markets following soon.
Samsung Gear S2 classic coming in Platinum and Rose Gold colors
The Platinum-plated and 18-carat Rose Gold plated variants will come to market this February.
Motorola slashing prices on smartphones and Moto 360 smartwatches
The region-specific and limited time promotion will see price cuts on the first generation Nexus 6 and second generation Moto 360 until the First of February.
Images of Samsung SM-R150 wearable leak online
The device is known internally as Triathlon and its design reveals a sports variant of the well-known Gear S2.
CES 2016 | Huawei Watch gets two luxury editions
The Jewel and Elegant models are the result of Huawei's collaboration with Swarovski’s Gemstone Business and both target women.
CES 2016 | Razer announces Nabu Watch dual-screen connected watch
This new smart wearable features dual screens with independent power, so while the watch offers up to one year of battery life, the OLED display-featured Nabu part can last up to 7 days on a single charge.
CES 2016 | Fitbit launches Blaze smart wearable
This smartwatch with advanced fitness tracking capabilities works with over 200 smartphones across multiple platforms, but runs Fitbit's proprietary OS.
CES 2016 | Huawei reveals further innovations
Apart from the international launch of the Mate 8, Huawei has also revealed further innovations at the CES. For example, the have introduced the Mediapad M2 10.0, the golden version of the Nexus 6P, as well as smartwatch models especially designed for women.
CES 2016 | Casio announces the WSD-F10 smart outdoor watch
This MIL-STD-810-certified smartwatch runs Android Wear and features a wide range of sensors, offering up to one month of battery life in timekeeping mode and more than a day when using the connected features.
Breitling launches Exospace B55 luxury smartwatch
This new connected wearable includes a high-end quartz movement with advanced timing features offers basic smartphone notifications and has a titanium case.
Pebble firmware 3.8 now available
This update brings Timeline to Pebble Classic and Pebble Steel, while Time, Steel, and Time Round get Pebble Health.
Designer Android Wear Watch Faces now available
The wallpapers are made to appeal to a wide range of users and are free to download.
Apple Watch 2 and iPhone 6c might arrive in March
The next-gen smartwatch and a cheaper device that would join the iPhone 6 lineup could be unveiled during the second March launch event by Apple in a row, claim industry insiders.
Motorola Moto 360 Sport coming to the US in January
This $299 USD smart wearable comes loaded with Android Wear and features heart rate monitoring, GPS, as well as a music player.
Life Sciences Capicola fitness tracker hits FCC
Although this wearable was unveiled in an interview this Spring and it still has to reach the market, its presence on FCC shows that Capicola might launch soon.
Bluboo announces Uwatch smartwatch
The 1.44-inch Uwatch will have a water-resistant steel case and retail for under $100 USD.
Fossil Q Founder now available for purchase
Although it was expected to retail starting at $275 USD, this smartwatch hits the market starting at $295 USD.
LG explains the hardware issue of the Watch Urbane 2
Less than a week after pulling this wearable from the market, LG issues an official statement about this move.
Samsung Gear S2 gets new firmware
This Tizen-powered smart wearable got a software update in South Korea that brings multiple fixes and enhancements, as well as some bloatware.
Huawei Watch in rose gold hits the market
This limited edition smartwatch is available with leather strap for $699 USD or with a gold plated stainless steel band, for $799 USD.
Motorola Moto 360 (2015) Smartwatch Review
Tick-tock again. The second generation of the Moto 360 has undergone a minor facelift. It is state-of-the-art technically and even has a brightness sensor, however the sensor has its quirks. A model designed for women is also available.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 APQ8026, Adreno 305, 1.56", 128 gLG announces mobile payments service
Apple, Google, and Samsung already offer mobile payments and LG gets ready to launch such a service in the near future as well.
LG Watch Urbane 2 faces serious problems
Less than two weeks after its release on AT&T and before its Verizon launch that was scheduled for today, this wearable gets withdrawn from the market for an indefinite period due to a major hardware issue.
Huawei Watch Smartwatch Review
Successful debut. The Chinese manufacturer introduces its first real smartwatch with the Huawei Smartwatch. The watch convinces in the test and also makes a top impression. The device can especially score in wear comfort and build.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 APQ8026, Adreno 305, 1.4", 58 gSony FES Watch finally goes on sale this week
This unique e-paper watch will only be available on the Japanese market in limited numbers for the time being.
Movado unveils Bold Motion premium smartwatch
This premium smartwatch has been engineered by HP and brings together a classic analog watch design with smart fitness tracking and notifications.
Withings announces Activité Steel fitness tracker
This stylish wearable track steps, runs, swims, calories, as well as sleep quality, using a standard watch battery that provides up to 8 months of autonomy.
AT&T allegedly testing the Samsung Galaxy S7
The SM-G930A and SM-G935A Samsung handsets are currently being tested by AT&T, claims @evleaks.
HTC fitness band hits FCC
Although the Grip has not been officially launched or cancelled yet, facing multiple delays, another HTC wearable shows up online, this time in a FCC listing.
Fossil plans to acquire Misfit
Less than a month after unveiling its first smartwatch, Fossil Group announces its intention to take over the fitness tracker startup in a deal worth $260 million.
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