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In 2023, I upgraded my Apple Watch from the Series 5 to the Series 9, mainly because the hardware leap between those generations finally made it worth it. Until then, I never really felt the need to upgrade. Like many people in the workforce, I’m not swapping devices every year. I’m very aware of planned obsolescence and appreciate companies that extend the value of existing hardware through software updates. And yesterday, Apple gave me the best reason to stick with my Series 9 for at least the next 12 months.
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If you haven't picked one of Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 models yet, you might consider buying one right now. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic has plunged to an incredibly low price of $389 at Amazon, which is a notable drop of $160 from the regular price of $549, though the retailer only shows $459.
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Smart rings have now established themselves as serious competitors to classic wearables. They are compact, look stylish, and are particularly suitable for all those who want smart functions but prefer to wear an analog watch. The Imiki Ring 2 fulfills exactly this role - and also offers a feature that has hardly been found in smart rings to date.
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Zepp has announced the Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro at this year's IFA in Berlin. It’s the company’s next-generation rugged smartwatch and an upgraded version of the standard T-Rex 3, which is aimed at serious athletes, including ultramarathoners and trail runners. The T-Rex 3 Pro will launch first in Europe for €399.
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Withings has just announced what it calls the new ScanWatch 2, but in truth, this is not an entirely new generation. The hardware is essentially the same as that of the ScanWatch 2 released in 2023. What has changed is the software. Withings is leaning on updated algorithms, new features like the Vitality Indicator, and deeper use of the existing temperature sensor to expand what the watch can do. The company is also adding a fresh blue/silver 42 mm design option, but the real story here is software, not mechanics.
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Garmin just launched the Fenix 8 Pro series, and this time the adventure watch line is not just about rugged design and multi-sport tracking. The headline is twofold: a brand-new MicroLED display and, for the first time on a Garmin watch, built-in LTE and two-way satellite communication. That means the Fenix 8 Pro can keep you reachable on a trail run without your phone and still send an SOS when you are completely off-grid.
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Apple has been dealt a legal setback in Germany. A regional court in Frankfurt has ruled that the company can no longer advertise the Apple Watch as a “CO2-neutral product.” The decision follows a complaint by Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH), which accused Apple of greenwashing.
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OnePlus' smartwatches are among the most reliable in terms of overall tracking and with long battery life, outlasting many pricier alternatives. Right now, you can save big on the more affordable Watch 2R. It has plunged to a new record low of $179 from $229 at Amazon, saving you $50 (22%).
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Apple's Watch Ultra 2 is its rugged and beefier smartwatch. However, its premium price is a barrier for many users. If you've been waiting for it to go down to a reasonable price, then your patience has paid off. Most variants have dropped to $649, with discounts varying between $130 to $150 at Amazon and Best Buy.
