Google rolled out the Wear OS 6 update to older Pixel Watch models earlier this week, bringing the Material 3 Expressive design language to them. The new operating system first arrived on the Google Pixel Watch 4 when it launched in August. However, it did miss out on a few features, with the most notable being the always-on display (AOD) functionality for media controls. As per a report, this feature could be rolled out later this year, as part of the next quarterly Pixel Watch update.
The T-Rex 3 Pro is Amazfit's stab at making a Garmin Fenix 8, which is in my opinion the current best fitness tracker money can buy. The only problem is that it costs $1,100. The idea that you could have a watch with Garmin features and materials for $400 is very appealing, but it does have a lot of problems.
Coros' Nomad is marketed as a "go-anywhere, do-anything" adventure watch. It's got GPS and offline maps and will track a lot of activities, from yoga to bouldering. There's an "Adventure Journal," which the marketing copy promises will help you record "every step, catch, and summit." While it doesn't have some of the bells and whistles of a more expensive competitor like Garmin, it's a product seemingly aimed at campers, backpackers, and other outdoorsy types who aren't satisfied with something all-purpose like an Apple Watch.
The wellness industry is booming. Even as we're downing our protein powders and installing walking pads under our desks, one of the best ways to take stock of your fitness is by donning a simple fitness tracker. Even if you're a little ways away from planning out a complete strength routine, a little wrist-worn tracker is a simple way to nudge yourself to stand up a few more times or get a little more rest.
But Finnish ring manufacturer Oura has jumped so far ahead of the pack that it's scarcely fair to put them in the same category anymore. Last year's Oura Ring 4 was such an unmitigated success that out of 5.5 million Oura rings sold since its inception in 2013, nearly half of them were sold in the past year. They are popular purchases, and surely will be among the top sellers during Amazon's Big Deal Days.
Samsung has announced that it's working on bringing detection and monitoring of Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) to its smartwatches in a world first. This is a serious cardiovascular condition responsible for approximately 50% of all heart failure cases and is more fatal than some cancers. Thus, early detection is critical to lower the risk of death and reduce hospitalization.
TWS earbuds are in no dearth in the audio accessories market, with form and function to appeal to audio lovers. Rarely does one come across a design that is minimalist yet appealing. This true-wireless earbuds concept is one with a compelling aesthetic that subtly echoes the striking design language of Nothing's earbuds. Created by industrial designer Jinkyo Han, this design exploration fuses transparency, minimalism, and refined geometry into a sleek product that balances form with implied function.
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The is an entry-level smartwatch built for beginners. They may be unsure whether they'll really use a smartwatch day in and day out and don't want to splurge on a pricier model just yet. The device still packs many upgrades and, despite its affordable price, comes with many of the upgrades that the other watches in the lineup include. In many ways, the SE 3 takes the specs of last year's Series 10 and implements them in this affordable smartwatch -- an 18-hour battery life, Sleep Apnea Detection, and its latest chip, the S10.
The latest in the brand's aviation-forward lineup, it builds on the long-running Airboss platform, originally inspired by the aircraft-carrier officer known as the "Air Boss"the person who coordinates takeoffs and landings with military precision. While earlier models in the series played with chronographs, countdown bezels, and design quirks that appealed to aviation purists, the Air Prodesigned, engineered, and tested in Victorinox's own Swiss facility in Delemontrefocuses the concept through a modern lens: ultra-legible, time-zone fluent, and unfazed by turbulence (literal and otherwise).
Adaptive Audio: Your earbuds will now help you stay aware of your surroundings while still keeping out unwanted noise. Whether you're running, biking, riding the subway, or working out, your Pixel Buds Pro 2 will adapt to the level of noise around you. Apple's AirPods Pro 2 debuted a similar feature in 2023. Apple's AirPods Pro 2 debuted a similar feature in 2023.
Designer: Ollee Watch The upgrade process centers around replacing the F-91W's original circuit board with a custom-designed PCB packed with modern sensors and Bluetooth connectivity. You keep the lightweight resin case, the classic LCD display, and even the water resistance, but gain step tracking, smartphone notifications, and customizable features. The installation requires basic disassembly skills, making it accessible to most DIY enthusiasts.
Bowers & Wilkins has unveiled the next chapter in its flagship headphone line with the release of the Px8 S2. Designed to set a new benchmark in the high-end noise cancelling headphone market, the Px8 S2 delivers a mix of cutting-edge engineering, uncompromising design, and an audio performance that brings studio-level clarity to portable listening. With a $799 price tag and availability beginning now, the Px8 S2 solidifies Bowers & Wilkins' position at the forefront of luxury audio.
The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm comes with a 1.32-inch circular AMOLED display, offering a 466×466-pixel resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 1,500 nits. The screen sits within a compact 41mm stainless steel casing. It features a 4-LED + 4PD heart rate sensor for monitoring pulse, blood oxygen (SpO2), stress levels, sleep patterns, and menstrual cycles, and is powered by the upgraded Xring T1 chip, claimed to be 35 percent more efficient than the standard Watch S4.
Bang & Olufsen Bang and Olufsen, the high-end audio brand, are about to unleash a new pair of earbuds that make a statement, to say the least. The earbuds in question are the Beo Grace, inspired by the acoustic principles of the brand's flagship headphones, the . The Beo Grace earbuds have been tuned by the company's world-renowned tonmeisters to deliver audiophile-quality sound.
Oakley is the latest to tap into the hands-free recording and tools offered by the Meta platform with the new Vanguard Meta sunglasses, available for pre-order at $449. These new shades pack a lot of features into a pretty tidy-looking package, but who is the target audience, and why would you want to stay this connected? Let's delve into the details and specifications of the latest Meta AI-equipped sunglasses from the renowned eyewear brand.
Oura Health Oy, the maker of the Oura health and fitness ring, is raising $875 million in a new Series E financing round valuing it around $10.9 billion, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The round, which is expected to close by the end of the month, would double the company's $5 billion valuation from its Series D round announced last December. The report notes that the Series E round could still exceed $900 million.
It's so annoying. You've just spent hundreds of dollars on a new Garmin Fenix 8 or Forerunner 970, only to find out you might have to hand over even more money to get the full Garmin experience. Earlier this year, Garmin introduced Connect+, a subscription element to its Connect companion app earlier. It stirred up its user base in the worst possible way.
"Our first version of the toolkit will open up access to a suite of on-device sensors - empowering you to start building features within your mobile apps that leverage the hands-free benefits of AI glasses. Early results are promising. Disney's Imagineering R&D team is working on early prototypes to see how AI glasses could help give guests access to tips while in their parks.
The partnership between EssilorLuxottica and Meta Platforms continues to push the boundaries of wearable technology, and this year's Meta Connect proved to be their most ambitious reveal yet. The collaboration has already changed how consumers think about eyewear with the runaway success of Ray-Ban Meta - now the world's best-selling AI glasses - and the bold introduction of Oakley Meta HSTN.
At Meta Connect 2025, the company's biggest event of the year, Mark Zuckerberg unveiled three new smart glasses: the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta, the Meta Ray-Ban Display and wristband controller, and the Oakley Meta Vanguard. Meta says it has sold two million of the first-generation Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, and earlier this year, Meta unveiled its latest AI-powered smart glasses with Oakley, which were designed for athletes. Silicon Valley is leaning heavily into AI wearables, and Meta seems to be one of the companies leading the charge.
Menlo Park - Have you ever wished you could quickly and quietly respond to a text while in a movie theatre without pulling out your phone. Or that you could see directions to the closest coffee shop without having to look down at your maps app? A new pair of Meta smart glasses with a tiny display inside the lens makes those things possible.
