I just watched the launch of Apple's new smartwatches, and I'm bored as hell. The Apple Watch Series 10 got some design updates and a few decent new features, while Apple also introduced an upgraded variant of the Apple Watch Ultra 2. There are some new design elements and performance improvements that help keep the Watch Series 10 competitive in the market, though. Here's a summary of what I learned about these new models.
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 builds upon its predecessors with a more refined design, delivering a rugged yet energy-efficient smartwatch tailored for adventurers. While it offers an impressive value for its price, its proprietary software—though highly functional—may present a learning curve for some users. After testing the device extensively, here are my thoughts on how the T-Rex 3 fares in real-world use.
Withings made an announcement at IFA this year, introducing the new ScanWatch Nova Brilliant. This is the latest version of the premium ScanWatch Nova hybrid smartwatch, which was first revealed late last year. It will be available in November, priced at $589 (€599.95 / £549.95).
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Google’s Pixel smartphones were the first to receive up to 7 years of software updates, but it’s a different case with the Pixel smartwatches, which will only get 3 years of major Wear OS updates. Despite it being the third generation Pixel smartwatch, this has not changed at all, giving the new Pixel Watch 3 a shorter update policy than its competitors.
If you didn't take advantage of the Galaxy Watch 7 presales, then now might be a better time. The latest Samsung smartwatch has received its first discount on Amazon bringing it down to $279 from $299. This is a modest saving valued at $20, but still a rare one considering the smartwatch has just been in the market for a month.
Garmin refreshed its popular Fenix line, previously categorized under the Epix line, with the new Fenix 8 alongside the Enduro 3. The Fenix 8 has everything you can wish for from the premium smartwatch catalog of Garmin, debuting with an AMOLED display, a built-in microphone with support for voice assistants, a sturdier build, and upgrades to its workout list with a new dive activity—all coming with a new price tag to match.
While the new Galaxy Watch Ultra (review) and Watch 7 enjoy having One UI 6 Watch OS, Samsung is still working to deliver the latest software to its older Galaxy Watch models. However, the wait could be proven worthwhile with major changes confirmed to arrive. These include battery-enhancing tweaks to previous watches and a global Always-on Display mode for the Galaxy Watch 4.
Samsung raised the bar with the Galaxy Watch Ultra, surpassing the Pro model with a bold leap forward in the wearable space. Packed with sophisticated features, this watch aims to redefine what a smartwatch can do. However, with a premium price tag, it’s not without its quirks. On paper, the Galaxy Watch Ultra seems like the ultimate smartwatch, but in everyday use, one issue still holds it back from perfection. Let’s break down the Galaxy Watch Ultra and see if it lives up to the hype.
Existing Apple Watch users or perhaps those coming from a clunky smartwatch who want to upgrade to the latest Apple smartwatch might be interested in taking a plunge right now. One of the variants of Apple's Watch Series 9 is now on sale on Amazon, with the 45 mm GPS variant dropping to $329 after a massive $100 cut (23 percent).
Smartwatches and fitness trackers have come a long way, offering more comprehensive health and fitness tracking capabilities than ever. As these devices continue to improve, has recorded data using these devices become more reliable? A new study suggests you shouldn't trust all the metrics your smartwatch or fitness tracker records.
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