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New Fossil Group and Mobvoi smartwatches will not launch with Wear OS 3. (Image source: Google)

Forthcoming Mobvoi and Fossil Group smartwatches will not launch with Wear OS 3

Google has revealed that upcoming Wear OS smartwatches from Mobvoi, Fossil and its subsidiaries will not launch with its 'new unified platform'. Instead, new models will only receive Wear OS 3 next year, unlike those released by F...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 23 Jul 2021 21:26:00 +0200

Fossil's next smartwatch will debut before 2022, Gen 5 pictured. (Image source: Fossil)

Fossil bills its next smartwatch as the 'best possible' for the Wear OS ecosystem

Fossil wants to launch the 'best possible' smartwatch later this year, or 'best possible' considering the constraints of Wear OS at any rate. Presumably, Fossil means the Gen 6, which it has teased will run not only Wear OS 3.0, b...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 22 Jul 2021 19:02:00 +0200

Smartwatches could soon be able to measure alcohol levels and more thanks to new sensors. (Image source: Klim Musalimov)

A new smartwatch sensor can measure blood sugar, hydration, alcohol and blood pressure levels

Smartwatches could soon be capable of measuring blood sugar, blood pressure, blood alcohol and hydration levels. The innovations come courtesy of Rockley Photonics, which has announced a biometric sensor that is small enough to fi...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 22 Jul 2021 02:06:00 +0200

Qualcomm furthers its interest in wearables. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm seeks to strengthen its wearables arm with a new Ecosystem Accelerator Program

Qualcomm has announced that it will devote further investment and effort to its wearables business. This involves Ecosystem Accelerator Program, a new initiative to bring manufacturers, service providers, developers and vendors in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 21 Jul 2021 22:05:00 +0200

The new Flash Pro and Pro Plus. (Source: Chargesasap)

Chargeasap seeks to entice techies who like to stay mobile once again with the new Flash Pro up-to-100W power bank series

Chargeasap has launched successors to its super-charged Flash power bank via Indiegogo. The OEM asserts that the new Pro series incorporates its forebear's best attributes, a 100W USB-C Power Delivery (USB-PD) 3.0 output suitable ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 20 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0200

The OPPO Watch 2 has an official launch date

OPPO's eponymous Watch is a high-end wearable that has options with on-device ECGs. Now, it officially has a second generation, slated to launch at the end of July 2021. It is slated to integrate the latest Snapdragon Wear 4100 So...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:37:00 +0200

Zepp has an advanced new wearables feature. (Source: Zepp Health)

Zepp Health plans to upgrade its Amazfit smartwatches with support for blood-pressure monitoring

Zepp Health has announced a new function for its popular Amazfit wearables at its 2021 Next Beat Future of Health conference, which it calls "Blood Pressure Measurement on the Wrist". It is based on an algorithm that estimates thi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 18 Jul 2021 23:52:00 +0200

Zepp Health unveils its new OS. (Source: Zepp Health)

Zepp Health unveils its new in-house dedicated OS and chipset for next-gen smartwatches

Zepp Health, formerly Huami, has now made its replacement for its current Amazfit OS official. It is rated to be much lighter, smoother and more battery-friendly than its predecessor. Consumers might find it on next-gen wearables ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 18 Jul 2021 23:08:00 +0200

The Realme Band 2 has a larger and squarer display compared to the first-gen Realme Band fitness tracker. (Image source: @OnLeaks/Digit/Realme - edited)

Realme Band 2 impresses in new renders with larger display and classier looks than the first-gen Realme Band fitness tracker

New Realme Band 2 renders have turned up showing how different the fitness tracker looks in comparison to the original Realme Band wearable. The good-looking Realme Band 2 is expected to feature blood-pressure monitoring and possi...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 17 Jul 2021 22:01:00 +0200

ZTE launches its Watch Live internationally for US$40

The Watch Live is the OEM ZTE's first-gen health-focused wearable. It is an Apple Watch clone with a blood oxygen sensor, all-day heart rate tracking and an IP68 rating. Its maker has now released it to its global website for just...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 17:36:00 +0200

The PineTime has been a developer-first smartwatch so far. (Image source: PINE64)

PINE64 releases a consumer version of the PineTime, its US$26.99 smartwatch

PINE64 has re-released its developer-friendly PineTime smartwatch. This time, PINE64 aims the PineTime at consumers but without hiking the price up. The revised model is pre-built, comes with an OS installed and is IP67 water resi...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 02:17:00 +0200

The Galaxy Watch 4 series will contain an Exynos W920 SoC. (Image source: Amazon Canada)

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series SoC, RAM and storage details emerge

More details about the Galaxy Watch 4 series have leaked. According to a new report, Samsung has developed a new SoC for its upcoming Wear OS-based smartwatches that will significant performance improvements compared to the Galaxy...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 00:14:00 +0200

The IMILAB W12 has IP68 water and dust resistance, among other features. (Image source: IMILAB)

IMILAB W12: New smartwatch from Xiaomi's ecosystem comes with IP68 certification and up to 30 days of battery life

The IMILAB W12 is a new smartwatch from Xiaomi's ecosystem that has a lot going for it. According to the manufacturer, the W12 is IP68 certified and should last up to 30 days between charges.

Alex Alderson, Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:33:00 +0200

Some Samsung employees may already be using the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung appears to show off the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic in a new promotional video

Samsung has released a new video introducing some software developers to the world. However, the company has apparently overlooked the fact that one developer may have had the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Watch 4 in shot, which ...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:17:00 +0200

Amazon Canada has confirmed numerous details about the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. (Image source: Amazon Canada)

Galaxy Watch 4 & Galaxy Watch 4 Active: Shipping dates, prices, battery sizes and more confirmed in multiple Amazon listings

Amazon Canada has listed four Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic models early. The listings confirm that the Galaxy Watch 4 will start at CAD$309.85, and the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic at CAD$427.73, among facets of the...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 14 Jul 2021 19:37:00 +0200

The new Connected limited edition. (Source: TAG Heuer)

TAG Heuer announces a new Super Mario Limited Edition of its luxury Connected smartwatch

The TAG Heuer Connected is one of the most premium Wear OS smartwatches out there. Its latest, variant might be a big draw for some of its fans, with its re-designed Super Mario-themed case and colorway. On the other hand, it will...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 13 Jul 2021 16:43:00 +0200

Amazfit's new TWS earbud teaser. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit teases its new, heart rate-sensing TWS earbuds

Amazfit has announced that its next pair of TWS earbuds will be unveiled during its upcoming “Future of Health” event. The popular health-wearable brand claims that they will help the user improve their posture in addition to thei...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 11 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +0200

Some people may suffer from long-term symptoms, even after defeating the deadly coronavirus (Image: Fusion Medical Animation)

New study says wearables like the Apple Watch can detect long-term COVID-19 symptoms

As the coronavirus pandemic is hopefully nearing its end, many people around the globe are fighting the long-term effects after overcoming a COVID-19 infection. According to a new study, wearables like the Apple Watch can help wit...

Enrico Frahn, Fri, 09 Jul 2021 18:49:00 +0200

EPOPOOS' latest smartwatch has a large AMOLED display and costs under US$60. (Image source: EPOPOOS)

EPOPOOS launches a smartwatch with an AMOLED display, IP67 certification and local music playback support for US$59.99

Currently, EPOPOOS is selling a comparatively well-equipped smartwatch, not least because of its AMOLED display. The device supposedly supports Bluetooth 5.0, up to 20 days of battery life and heart rate tracking, too.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:14:00 +0200

Tizen may be making way for One UI Watch, but it will remain an upgrade opportunity for the Galaxy Gear. (Image source: Kārlis Dambrāns)

Samsung's last Android Wear smartwatch will be unable to download apps from next month

If, for some reason, you still use the Galaxy Gear, then it is worth noting that an important change is headed your way from next month. After August, it will be impossible to install any new apps on the Galaxy Gear, although othe...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 07 Jul 2021 01:00:00 +0200

The Kospet Optimus 2 has a 1.6-inch display. (Image source: Kospet)

Kospet Optimus 2: A bizarre smartwatch that runs Android with a massive battery and an LTE modem

The Kospet Optimus 2 has a 1.6-inch display, a 1,260 mAh battery and runs Android, rather than Google's Wear OS platform. Kospet has even included a 13 MP camera for good measure.

Alex Alderson, Mon, 05 Jul 2021 19:56:00 +0200

The Google Play Store running on a Suunto 7. (Image source: u/alehel)

Wear OS 3.0 version of the Google Play Store starts arriving on existing Wear OS smartwatches

Google has refreshed the Play Store on Wear OS. Sporting a Wear OS 3.0 redesign, the revised app store has reached the Suunto 7 running Wear OS 2.x.

Alex Alderson, Mon, 05 Jul 2021 19:54:00 +0200

The upcoming Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic series could be considerably more expensive than their predecessors. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic European prices leak ahead of next month's anticipated launch

According to a new report, the switch from Tizen to One UI Watch will correlate with a sharp price increase for Samsung's smartwatches. Apparently, the Galaxy Watch4 will cost at least €350, while the Galaxy Watch4 Classic could b...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 02 Jul 2021 19:18:00 +0200

The TicWatch E3 and TicWatch Pro 3 would be strong candidates to receive Wear OS 3.0. (Image source: Mobvoi)

The Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 and TicWatch E3 rumoured again to be receiving Wear OS 3.0

According to a report, Mobvoi is set to upgrade the TicWatch E3 and TicWatch Pro 3 to Wear OS 3.0, Google's latest Wear OS platform. Mobvoi has not denied that this will happen at some stage, but we would take this rumour with som...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 01 Jul 2021 18:52:00 +0200

The Watch FIT is one of three Huawei smartwatches to receive new features. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei Watch FIT, GT 2 and GT 2 Pro receive new features and optimisations with their latest software updates

Huawei has not forgotten about the Watch FIT, GT 2 or GT 2 Pro, despite having now released the Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro. The trio have received several new features and optimisations this month too, although the Watch FIT has seen...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:07:00 +0200

The Galaxy Watch4 Classic will arrive in three colours. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic: A chic refinement of the Galaxy Watch3 that will be available in three sizes

Galaxy Watch4 Classic marketing images have leaked, over a month before the smartwatch's expected release. Supposedly, Samsung plans to release the Classic in 42 mm, 44 mm and 46 mm sizes, all with 20 mm watch straps.

Alex Alderson, Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:48:00 +0200

This year's answer to the Galaxy Watch3 will seemingly be called the Galaxy Watch4 Classic. (Image source: Android Authority)

The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic could be the successor of the Galaxy Watch3

There have already been rumours that Samsung plans to combine the Galaxy Watch Active and Galaxy Watch series, with the Galaxy Watch4 replacing both the Galaxy Watch Active2 and Galaxy Watch3. Now, the name Galaxy Watch4 Classic h...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:10:00 +0200

The Galaxy Watch 4 will be available in several cases and sizes. (Image source: 91Mobiles)

Samsung announces One UI Watch OS, but Galaxy Watch 4 renders and support pages have already leaked

Samsung has revealed One UI Watch, its latest smartwatch OS based on Wear OS. Samsung is making many promises for One UI Watch, but Galaxy Watch 4 marketing renders have already leaked. Samsung has activated support pages for seve...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 29 Jun 2021 01:24:00 +0200

Samsung has looked to a BIA sensor for its next flagship smartwatches. (Image source: OnLeaks)

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 tipped to feature a body composition sensor

According to a renowned leaker, Samsung has equipped the Galaxy Watch 4 or Galaxy Watch Active 4 with a sensor that could help people track their body weight. Apparently, the South Korean company has integrated a BIA sensor in its...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 25 Jun 2021 18:42:00 +0200

The KK70 is comparatively cheap for the features it offers. (Image source: AliExpress)

KK70: A smartwatch with a stainless steel chassis, a digital crown and an AMOLED display for under US$50

The KK70 may retail for less than US$50, but it has a lot going for it, nonetheless. For one, the smartwatch has an AMOLED display with a reported 32-bit colour depth. The manufacturer has also included a stainless steel case, amo...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:10:00 +0200

The Titanium Elektron is an automatic watch with smartwatch features. (Image source: Sequent)

Titanium Elektron: An automatic watch that packs plenty of smartwatch features

The Titanium Elektron combines the benefits of an automatic watch with the health tracking features of a smartwatch. Hence, the Titanium Elektron could be a good alternative to the likes of the Apple Watch, which needs recharging ...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:01:00 +0200

The Fossil Gen 5 may finally be on the verge of being replaced. (Image source: Fossil)

New Fossil Wear OS smartwatches appear at the FCC, likely the Fossil Gen 6 and a Michele or Michael Kors model

Fossil has already confirmed that it has a new Wear OS smartwatch in development utilising Google's new Wear OS platform. Now, Fossil has submitted a trio of smartwatches to the FCC, all based on the same internals. One is probabl...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 23 Jun 2021 20:35:00 +0200

The Galaxy Watch Active 4 render overlaid with a watch face. (Image source: @heyitsyogesh)

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 4 leaked renders confirm subtle redesign, but engineers have their work cut out with resolving Wear OS 3.0 bugs

According to a report, Samsung's engineers are busy addressing Wear OS 3.0 bugs that could hold back the Galaxy Watch 4 and, by extension, the Galaxy Watch Active 4. Renders of the Galaxy Watch Active 4 have leaked too, confirming...

Alex Alderson, Wed, 23 Jun 2021 17:54:00 +0200

The Amazfit GTR 2e and GTS 2e finally receive Amazon Alexa support. (Image source: Amazfit)

The Amazfit GTR 2e and GTS 2e receive a major new feature with their latest software updates

Amazfit has announced new updates for the GTR 2e and GTS 2e. The updates add a significant feature to the smartwatches that should make them easier to use.

Alex Alderson, Tue, 22 Jun 2021 23:03:00 +0200

The Vwar Rex Pro supports local music playback, among other features. (Image source: Vwar)

Vwar Rex Pro: A budget smartwatch with an AMOLED display, IP67 certification and 4 GB of storage

The Vwar Rex Pro is an affordable smartwatch with plenty of features. The Rex Pro has an AMOLED display, IP67 certification, 4 GB of storage and a 300 mAh battery. The Vwar Rex Pro starts at US$59.53 and is available in four colou...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 22 Jun 2021 21:09:00 +0200

The Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro are Huawei's latest smartwatches. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro receive their first global updates, and Robert Lewandowski themed watch faces

The Huawei Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro have received their first global updates, along with two Robert Lewandowski-branded watch faces. The updates introduce several changes to the two smartwatches, and a few optimisations.

Alex Alderson, Tue, 22 Jun 2021 20:50:00 +0200

The Echo Dot, Ring Doorbell, and Galaxy Watch 3 have been deemed super creepy by Mozilla. (Image source: Mozilla/Amazon/Samsung - edited)

Mozilla roasts the Amazon Echo Dot, Ring Video Doorbell, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 for being "super creepy"

Mozilla, the organization behind the popular Firefox browser, has taken some pot-shots at popular tech gadgets for being “super creepy”. The Amazon Echo Dot smart speaker, Ring doorbells and cameras, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 22 Jun 2021 12:30:00 +0200

The Galaxy Z Fold3 will be one of multiple flagship Galaxy products that Samsung will release this year. (Image source: Ben Geskin)

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2, Galaxy Z Fold3, Galaxy Z Flip3, Galaxy Watch 4, Galaxy Watch Active 4 and Galaxy S21 FE all enter mass production

According to a new report, Samsung has started mass producing a host of upcoming flagship Galaxy devices. From the Galaxy Z Fold3 to the Galaxy Watch Active 4 and the Galaxy S21 FE, Samsung is preparing for a big launch cycle for ...

Alex Alderson, Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:02:00 +0200

The Fitbit Sense may be the last flagship Fitbit smartwatch running Fitbit OS. (Image source: Fitbit)

Using the Fitbit Sense with iOS devices could be causing excessive battery drain

Fitbit has acknowledged that its iOS app is causing battery drain problems with its flagship smartwatch. Currently, the company has advised a workaround, although it breaks syncing between the Fitbit Sense and iOS devices.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 18 Jun 2021 14:15:00 +0200

Google cannot currently guarantee that any existing smartwatch will receive Wear OS 3.0. (Image source: Droid Rant)

Google finally offers an update on Wear OS 3.0 backwards compatibility

Google is yet to flesh out Wear OS 3.0, having teased it at Google I/O 2021. The company has finally provided some details on its progress, albeit after partners like Qualcomm and Mobvoi sowed confusion about the new 'unified plat...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 18 Jun 2021 14:10:00 +0200

Garmin has provided multiple Forerunner smartwatches with new features. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin rolls out updates with new features to multiple Forerunner smartwatches

Garmin is currently rolling out significant updates to its Forerunner smartwatch series. So far, the company has issued updates to the Forerunner 45, 45S, 245, 245 Music, 745 and 945. All have received new features with their late...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 18 Jun 2021 00:06:00 +0200

Not even Wear OS OEMs know if Wear OS 3.0 will be backwards compatible with Wear OS 2.xx smartwatches. (Image source: Google)

Qualcomm claims that its Snapdragon Wear 3100, Wear 4100 and Wear 4100+ platforms are Wear OS 3.0-capable

Qualcomm has asserted that some of its Snapdragon Wear SoCs are compatible with Wear OS 3.0, despite Google's continued silence on the matter. Apparently, the Snapdragon Wear 3100, Wear 4100 and Wear 4100+ 'are capable' of running...

Alex Alderson, Thu, 17 Jun 2021 15:50:00 +0200

The Lemfo T92 has a rugged design and plenty of sensors. (Image source: Lemfo)

Lemfo T92: Budget smartwatch with built-in earbuds, local music playback and IP68 certification launches

The Lemfo T92 is a strange smartwatch, not least because of its built-in TWS earbuds. However, the smartwatch also packs a host of sensors, a large battery and is IP68 certified.

Alex Alderson, Thu, 17 Jun 2021 00:59:00 +0200

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, Wed, 16 Jun 2021 19:35:00 +0200

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