Smartwatch

2,000, 3,000, or even more nits: Manufacturers are competing to offer the brightest displays on their smartwatches. But how much brightness do you actually need? It’s not just the peak brightness that matters; automatic brightness adjustment and minimum brightness also play an important role.

Garmin has released a major new update to several of its older flagship smartwatches. The first in almost 18 months, the new update promises to resolve an outstanding issue that affected Race Predictor functionality.

Garmin has delivered a new update for several of its older smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update is said to contain multiple improvements, including one aimed at restoring full Stealth Mode functionality on Tactical edition models.

Garmin is now rolling out a new update to one of its flagship smartwatches. Available globally, the update brings multiple changes and improvements to the Enduro 3, including a new feature designed to improve voice control functionality.

A San Diego federal jury ordered Apple to pay $5.7 billion after finding that its Taptic Engine infringed two patents held by Taction Technology, though the infringement was deemed not willful. Apple disputes both the infringement finding and damages award, arguing its haptic system is fundamentally different and confirming plans to appeal.

The new Honor Watch 6 Pro is designed to detect potential cardiac arrests and automatically alert emergency contacts in serious cases. The smartwatch is now available in China starting at 1,699 yuan (around $253). It remains unclear whether it will also launch internationally.

Amazfit’s latest firmware update for the Cheetah 2 Ultra adds seven coordinate systems, improving compatibility with digital, topographic and regional mapping tools. However, users still cannot display coordinates on workout screens or efficiently rename and sort saved waypoints.

Garmin is now offering a new update to several of its popular smartwatches. Available to download globally, the new update is the second in Garmin's current development cycle following a recent stable rollout.

Garmin has finally started offering a new stable update to several of its Pro-branded smartwatches. Arriving weeks after an initial rollout, the major release promises around two dozen improvements, including several new features.

Smartwatches from Honor, Xiaomi, and Huawei also work with the iPhone. However, compared to Android, some important features are missing. Using the Honor Watch 6, Xiaomi Watch S5, and Huawei Watch GT 7 as examples, we’ll show where iPhone users have to make compromises.

Apple has released watchOS 27.0.1 to fix random reboot issues affecting the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. The rapid, model-specific update points to a software or firmware fault, though Apple has not disclosed the underlying cause.

Garmin has explained many of the new features that it is offering this quarter to its currently supported smartwatches. Showcased in a new video, the new features include hands-free voice control, all-day fall detection, and Garmin's Quick Workout Feature.

Garmin is rolling out system software 23.39 to several flagship smartwatches. This release brings a new voice related feature to the wearables and also resolves a couple of issues linked to Spotify.

Garmin is now offering a new update to several of its popular smartwatches. Rolling out globally as a free download, the new update is said to improve the experience of Tactical smartwatches when using Stealth Mode.

Xiaomi has launched a new smartwatch globally. Featuring a 2,000-nit AMOLED display, the Smart Band 11 also boasts up to 21 days of battery life. Xiaomi has confirmed that NFC connectivity and an optional ceramic variant will be available globally, too.

Garmin has introduced a new update to many of its older flagship smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update promises to deliver almost two dozen changes and improvements. However, closer inspection reveals otherwise.

The Xiaomi Watch S5 features NFC and supports contactless payments via Xiaomi Pay. In Germany, however, this feature is only available to a limited extent. Google Wallet is not supported, and the selection of compatible banks and cards is also limited.

Xiaomi has released a smaller smartwatch to complement its existing Watch S5. Still sporting a luxurious design, the Watch S5 41 mm boasts up to 14 days battery life, runs HyperOS 4 and features a bright AMOLED display said to peak at 3,000 nits.

Xiaomi has released a new high-end smartwatch. Complementing its Xiaomi 18 series launch event, the new Transparent Edition adds a 47 mm case size to the Watch S5 series and brings an unusual design to the table.

Oppo has launched the Watch S2 in China at CNY 1,599 (approximately $238), pairing a 1.46-inch AMOLED screen that peaks at 3,000 nits with an 8.9mm stainless steel case, a FatMax workout mode that calculates a personal fat-burning heart rate, ECG and temperature sensors, and battery life of up to 10 days.

Coros has launched the Pace 4 Pro, and it comes in black and white dial colors. There are nylon and silicone band options that affect the overall weight, with the nylon option being lighter at 43 grams.

Amazfit has now released a new high-end smartwatch featuring an AMOLED display. Available globally, the Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar boasts up to 180 days of battery life, as well as up to 3,000 nits peak brightness and offline maps support.

Rollme's Matrix is a new $89.99 4G Android smartwatch with a 2.06-inch AMOLED display, a slide-out camera, a Unisoc SL8541E chip, 2 GB RAM, 16 GB storage, SIM calling, GPS, a 1,100 mAh battery and IP67. Both colors show as sold out.

A leaked listing suggests Amazfit’s T-Rex Dual Solar will pair front and rear photovoltaic panels with rugged materials, advanced navigation features and a bright AMOLED display. Unverified claims point to up to 180 days of battery life with sufficient sunlight, though Amazfit has yet to confirm the device or its specifications.

Vivo has released a new high-end smartwatch featuring a 3,500-nit AMOLED display. Also boasting up to 21 days of battery life, the Vivo Watch 6 has arrived in China with optional eSIM connectivity and a titanium case, too.

The Xiaomi Watch S5 and Huawei Watch GT 7 both offer long battery life and extensive fitness features. In testing, both impressed with their precise sensors and high-quality displays. However, the GT 7 offers more smartwatch and health features, while the S5 stands out for its light weight and exceptionally long battery life.

Pricing for the Suunto Race 3S has surfaced in an early retailer leak. Preceding a rumoured launch before the start of 2027, the new leak identifies cheaper than expected pricing for the AMOLED smartwatch's more premium titanium variant.

Garmin is now rolling out a new update to many of its high-end smartwatches. Available globally, the new update introduces several changes, including multiple designed to eliminate random system shutdowns.

A new pair of high-end Garmin smartwatches have revealed themselves before being launched. Appearing shortly after Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro releases, the Enduro 4 and Tactix 9 are set to be joined by a dedicated Ballistics Edition, too.

Garmin has delivered a new update to several of its popular smartwatches. A major release, the update is the first v16.xx build to be offered to any of the Instinct 3 series. Garmin claims to have added several improvements, including a new Recovery Mode.

The Huawei Watch D3 also offers the ability to quantify—or at least estimate—vascular stiffness. We examine the scientific background and how this feature is implemented in Huawei’s new smartwatch.

Oppo has officially revealed the Watch S2, a lightweight fitness-focused smartwatch featuring personalised fat-burning guidance, upgraded health sensors and up to 10 days of battery life. Launching on September 22 in three colours, the device’s pricing and international availability remain unconfirmed.

The Huawei Watch D3 is not the first smartwatch to offer true, cuff-based blood pressure monitoring—and its predecessor, the Huawei Watch D2, remains a compelling rival. In this comparison, we break down the key updates and differences between these two generations.

Garmin has released the first update for its new Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro smartwatches. Rolling out globally as a free download, the update promises to enhance both smartwatches in several areas, including improved battery life for the Fenix 9 Pro.

The Huawei Watch D3 offers true blood pressure measurement on the wrist using an inflatable cuff. We take another close look at the feature—and are quite impressed.

Amazfit has pushed a new update to one of its popular smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the update is said to introduce multiple new features while also enhancing system stability and addressing other known issues.

Xiaomi has confirmed that it will be releasing a new luxury smartwatch soon. Set to arrive before the end of September, the new Xiaomi Watch S5 boasts up to 14 days of battery life in a 41 mm case size while being thinner and lighter than its 46 mm counterpart.

The Huawei Watch D3 also offers an ECG feature, allowing it to measure heart activity beyond just heart rate. In this article, we explore the technology and its limitations—and also find a few things to nitpick.

Alongside the X500 series, Vivo will also unveil two new wearables. While the Watch 6 is set to feature sapphire glass and improved sports functions, Vivo is giving the Buds Clip a striking open-ear design.

The Google Pixel Watch 4 LTE (41mm) 2025 has dropped to its lowest price ever on Amazon following a substantial $120 discount. The smartwatch integrates Fitbit health tracking and offers complete integration with Google Pixel smartphones.

Samsung has ended software support for the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic, leaving their August 2026 security update as the final release. The Wear OS pioneers will remain functional, but the lack of future patches, bug fixes and compatibility updates may prompt some owners to consider upgrading.

Garmin’s Birthday Sale is giving substantial discounts to the recently launched Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170. The wider promotion also cuts prices across the Fenix, Enduro, Venu and Vivoactive smartwatch ranges.

Garmin has just released a major software update to several of its older flagship smartwatches. Nonetheless, it has already returned with a new update for the same wearables, with promises of fresh improvements.

New evidence that Google is preparing to release a new smartwatch has emerged online. Arriving after pictures of the unnamed fitness tracker surfaced in August, the regulatory filing indicates that the device supports GPS and runs Wear OS, rather than a lightweight alternative.

Garmin is now offering a major new stable update to one of its high-end smartwatches. Missing from the company's initial rollout, the Enduro 3 has received multiple new features, numerous bug fixes and several other improvements.