Wearable

Apple is actively developing its "N50" smart glasses designed to disrupt the $200 billion global eyewear market. Targeting the mid-tier consumer segment, the AI-powered glasses should integrate with the iPhone ecosystem to challenge Meta’s dominance. The release is now tipped to take place in the end of 2027.

Amazfit smartwatch firmware version 3.8.0.1 is rolling out to some smartwatch users. This release brings two new BioCharge related tools to the recently launched Bip Max wearable, as well as improvements for maps.

Amazfit is rolling out firmware version 3.13.0.2 to one of its recently released running smartwatches. The update brings five new features, including a One-Tap Return to Start tool, to users of the Cheetah 2 Pro.

Qringstore has officially launched the Titan 2 smart ring with three new color finishes, including silver, rose gold, and deep gray. The smart ring features a stainless steel body complemented by titanium alloy coating. Its health monitoring features include heart rate measurement, blood oxygen level, and sleep tracking.

Xiaomi has quietly released its new pair of over-ear headphones globally. Previously sold in Japan, the Redmi Headphones Neo is now available in Australia, East Asia, Southeast Asia and parts of Europe. The new headphones are relatively affordable in all markets, too.

The world's most compact smart ring is here. The Oura Ring 5 is 40 percent more compact than its predecessor, but is still said to offer a battery life of up to nine days, more precise sensors and a particularly robust titanium body.

Xiaomi has now released a new pair of high-end earbuds globally. Featuring lossless audio support, the Xiaomi Buds 6 has been confirmed to be launching in Europe for 20% less than previously expected, too.

Zepp Health's upcoming Amazfit Helio Strap 2 has surfaced in an official FCC filing. The leaked screenless tracker is rumored for a late 2026 release, as a budget-friendly rival to Google's $99 Fitbit Air.

A new Garmin update, software version 17.33, is currently rolling out to one of the brand’s smartwatches. This update brings eight new features, including an extra glance and a quick access silent mode, to users of the Venu X1.

Garmin has issued a new stable update to two of its most recent mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update brings over two dozen improvements to the Venu 4, with nearly as many being offered to the cheaper Vivoactive 6, too.

The Oura Ring 5 is set to be officially unveiled on Thursday. The most comprehensive leak to date reveals the smart ring in advance, from the design in six colors to the fitness and health features to the charger.

Garmin is rolling out software version 17.33 to two of its running smartwatches. This stable update includes several new features, such as a quick access silent mode and support for more sensors.

Rogbid has launched the Apex HD smartwatch at $59.99, with dual-band six-satellite GPS, a 1.32-inch AMOLED display, 5 ATM water resistance, and a 7-day battery. A free stainless steel strap is included during the current promotional period.

Garmin has launched a new stable update for many of its high-end smartwatches. A major release, the new update brings dozens of new features, improvements and fixes within a single package. System Software 22.35 is rolling out globally as a free update.

With the xbx a01+, Xreal wants to make AR glasses more stylish, lightweight and more affordable, thereby moving them a little further into the mainstream. The affordable glasses offer 1,600-nit displays that are capable of simulating a 147-inch television.

Xiaomi has quietly launched a new pair of premium earbuds in Europe. In the process, the company has confirmed Eurozone pricing. At the same time, it has signalled that the Xiaomi Buds 6 will be receiving a global release soon, too.

Xiaomi has confirmed how much its new wearables will cost in Europe. Revealed before their official launches, the Smart Band 10 Pro and Smart Band 10 Pro NFC will be joined by the Watch S5 46 mm too, as part of a simultaneous release.

The Luna Band will be launched on the market in a few weeks. The manufacturer has finally confirmed details of the launch schedule for the subscription-free Whoop alternative. With LifeOS, haptic feedback and a voice assistant, Luna Band is set to be significantly more versatile than the competition.

Xiaomi has started selling a new wearable outside China. A budget fitness tracker, the Smart Band 10 Pro combines a bright AMOLED display with long battery life and is even available in an optional Ceramic Edition.

Xiaomi has quietly confirmed that it will be releasing a new luxury smartwatch globally. Now listed on its global website, the Xiaomi Watch S5 combines a massive battery with a 2,500 nit AMOLED display within a 46 mm body.

Xiaomi has officially started selling a new pair of over-ear headphones. Available in two colours, the Redmi Headphones Neo retail for roughly $50 with up to 72 hours of battery life and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity at its disposal. The new headphones support Adaptive ANC and a wired audio mode too.

Amazfit is one of 14 launch partners in Strava's biggest-ever strength training overhaul, enabling full workout sync from the Zepp App. The free update introduces auto-populated muscle maps, set and rep tracking, and five new shareables — rolling out globally to all Strava users in the coming weeks.

The Oura Ring 5 is set to be officially unveiled on Thursday. A comprehensive leak reveals the prices of all six colors of the smart ring in advance and gives an insight into the innovations of the smaller ring, which is said to offer a longer battery life and larger sensors.

Sennheiser has announced the Momentum 5 premium pair of over-the-ear headphones. The new generation headphones have a repairable design and feature more microphones for better ANC and calls.

Amazfit is rolling out firmware version 3.28.8.1 for the Amazfit Balance smartwatch in a phased global rollout. The update replaces the older Readiness app with a new BioCharge tool designed to give more accurate readings of the body's daily energy and recovery levels. Physical controls have been updated, with digital crown twists from the watch face now providing quicker access to notifications and quick settings.

With Google Fitbit Air, Amazfit Helio Strap and Polar Loop, Whoop has more competition than ever before. The fitness wristband veteran is responding by separating the hardware from the subscription – but Whoop remains by far the most expensive product of its kind.

A new Xiaomi Smart Band has revealed itself across multiple leaks. Appearing in Singapore and Taiwan so far, the new wearable could well be the first Smart Band 11 series model.

The recently released RayNeo Air 4 Pro made a notable improvement in terms of the display. They have HDR10 certification, and the brand has just teased the GT Max, which are set to bring another major improvement. The upcoming AR smart glasses have Dolby Vision certification.

Xiaomi has released a new pair of earbuds with Apple Find My support. Also boasting Hi-Res Audio certification, the Xiaomi Clip rival Sony's LinkBuds Clip with a design that departs from conventional TWS earbuds.

JBL has announced a sixth color for its Soundgear Clips open-ear earbuds. The new color is called Emerald Green and seems to be exclusive to China for now.

Alongside the Xiaomi 17 Max, the company has released a new affordable smartwatch, the Smart Band 10 Pro. The starting price in China is CNY 399, around $59, and the fitness tracker features a bright AMOLED display and a 21-day battery life rating.

Sennheiser has begun teasing a new pair of over-ear wireless headphones. Billed as 'the legend continues', the headphones appear to be replacements for the Momentum 4 Wireless. Photos of the Momentum 5 Wireless have already surfaced online, too.

The launch of the Oura Ring 5 could be imminent, as a photo of an internal document reveals the launch date of the ring, as well as details of the features, design and improved charging case.

Garmin CIRQA will soon mark Garmin's debut in a brand new product category. After the wearable was spotted at a retailer, references to Garmin CIRQA have also appeared in the code of the Garmin Connect app.

The new Rogbid GeoX2 is a new budget-friendly smartwatch promising a wide range of features, including dual-band GPS, offline navigation, water resistance, and a highly rugged design. It is equipped with an AMOLED display as well as an LED light for illumination in the dark.

Hypershell has unveiled the X Ultra S, X Max S, and X Pro S exoskeletons, revised X-series exoskeletons with a faster HyperIntuition motion-control system providing up to 1000W of powered walking assistance. Free units are available to worldwide Search and Rescue (SAR) teams through the Hyperlift program.

Google has officially announced the first set of Android XR glasses, which are set to launch in fall 2026 with Gemini AI. They don't feature any displays, but the Xreal Project Aura are set to feature screens, and they are now scheduled to launch before the end of 2026.

The Amazfit Bip Max smartwatch has been released worldwide. It features several upgrades compared to the Bip 6, including more storage and a longer battery life estimate. Plus, it retails for less than $100.

Google to launch this fall its new Android XR smart glasses with the first consumer-ready frames from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The glasses will feature built-in navigation, hands-free messaging, photo capture, live translation, and other AI-powered tools designed to work without constantly reaching for a phone.

Sony has launched a new pair of over-ear wireless headphones to mark a decade of the 1000X series. Available globally as 1000X The Collexion, the 'WH-1000XX' features a more premium design than previous generations with upgraded drivers to match.

Sony has just presented its tenth anniversary version in its WH-1000X line. At the same time, it has relaunched the WH-1000XM6 with another version. Priced at $399, the Sandstone release takes the total number of WH-1000XM6 colours to five after the arrival of a Sand Pink variant in February.

Not something you see every day: Garmin has rolled out a new software version to fix a fairly serious bug on several Garmin Instinct models. However, this update is delivered via sideloading rather than the more convenient over-the-air method.

The Garmin beta version 17.30 and 17.31 updates are rolling out to several of the brand’s smartwatches. Users of various Forerunner, Venu and vivoactive wearables gain improvements linked to volume adjustments, as well as a food logging-related change.

The Garmin beta version 28.xx testing cycle has begun for some of the brand’s mid-range smartwatches. The 28.03 release brings an audio prompt related change, as well as a series of bug fixes to users of these Forerunner wearables.

Garmin has a new wearable in the works. The Garmin Cirqa has already surfaced, and its launch can be considered certain given official certifications. However, it is still unclear what added value the wristband is supposed to offer. Some informed assumptions can already be made, though. The question of its purpose is certainly worth asking.

Sony's new pair of WH-1000XM6 over-ear headphones has been detailed before launch. Leaked a day before their official release, the Sandstone version of the WH-1000XM6 will be available on May 19 with a much yellower hue than Sony's existing Platinum Silver variant.