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Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic get full reveal in newly leaked renders
This is our best look yet at the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic.
Samsung makes some of the best smartwatches for Android smartphones, so when it comes to new wearables from the company, there's a lot of excitement involved, especially when the devices are expected to launch alongside the company's latest foldables. While we are still a month away from Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event set to take place in July in Seoul, South Korea, we've been seeing leaks here and there for upcoming devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5. And now, through leaked press renders, we're getting a first look at the upcoming Galaxy Watch 6 series smartwatches.
Best smartwatches in 2023
If you are in the market to buy a new smartwatch then here are some good options to consider in 2023.
It's an exciting time to be in the market for a new smartwatch because your options are no longer limited to just a few fan favorites. Sure, the Apple Watch still dominates the market, but it now faces tough competition from the likes of Samsung, Garmin, and even Google. Smartwatches are also much more capable now than older options that were mostly limited to displaying notifications and tracking your activities. The best smartwatches on the market right now can do so much more, from measuring your heart rate and tracking different types of workouts to even giving you access to digital assistants on your wrist.
Get pumped by saving $130 off Garmin's Forerunner 245 Music
The Forerunner 245 Music offers excellent battery life, great tracking features, and is now priced well below its retail price.
Garmin is known for its smartwatches that have excellent fitness and health tracking capabilities. But perhaps what it's best known for is making wearables that can last, with many going several days on a single charge, and some lasting several weeks. That's why you'll consistently see Garmin's products listed among the best smartwatches and best fitness trackers that you can buy. For a limited time, you can score an excellent deal on the Forerunner 245 Music, with the current promotion knocking $130 off its retail price.
Fitbit is getting rid of the best reasons to use a Fitbit, which is a big mistake
Fitbit has confirmed that it will be getting rid of many of its community-focused features, and fans aren't happy.
I am a long-time Fitbit user. I think they're some of the best fitness trackers you can buy. But recent changes are making me, and many other users, question the future of the fitness tracker brand and what makes it stand out. Namely, this involves the removal of Challenges and open groups, which are services targeted at community engagement, on March 27, 2023.
APK Teardown: Fitbit's Wear OS smartwatch might feature a square display and Google Pay support
New strings spotted in a teardown of Google Play Services v22.32.12 beta suggest that the Fitbit watch with Wear OS could feature a square display and Google Pay support.
Shortly after Google confirmed the Wear OS overhaul at its I/O developer conference last year, the company announced that the updated operating system would make its way to users on a new range of smartwatches from Samsung and Fitbit. Although Fitbit was supposed to release its Wear OS 3 smartwatch later in the year, the wearables manufacturer is yet to bring it to the market. However, new strings in the latest Google Play Services beta update suggest that the Fitbit watch with Wear OS could launch soon, and it might feature a square display and Google Pay support.
Here's our first look at the upcoming Oppo Watch 3 series
Leaked renders of the upcoming Oppo Watch 3 series showcase the updated design and new colorways. Read on to learn more.
Qualcomm recently unveiled the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 and Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 chips for next-gen wearables. Following the announcement, the company confirmed that the new chips would hit the market with upcoming smartwatches from Oppo and Mobvoi. While Mobvoi did not reveal the name of its Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1-powered smartwatch, Oppo said that the non-Plus variant would debut with the Oppo Watch 3 series in August.
Fossil brings its new Gen 6 Hybrid smartwatches to the Indian market
The new Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid range of smartwatches will be available for purchase in India and the US starting today. Read on to learn more.
Fossil's new Gen 6 Hybrid range of smartwatches is now available for purchase in various markets. Fossil unveiled the new range late last week and confirmed that it would be available in the US starting today. The company has now confirmed that the new Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid smartwatches will also be available in the Indian market starting today.
Fossil's new Gen 6 Hybrid smartwatches feature SpO2 tracking and Alexa support
Fossil today launched two smartwatches as part of its new Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid range. The latest models feature SpO2 tracking and Alexa support.
After launching the Skagen Falster Gen 6 and Razer x Fossil limited edition smartwatches earlier this year, Fossil has now announced two new smartwatches as part of its new Gen 6 Hybrid range. The new Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid smartwatches feature SpO2 tracking and Amazon Alexa support, along with other fitness tracking features.
Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro launches globally with a premium design and up to 14 days of battery life
Following its China debut last month, the Huawei GT Watch 3 Pro has now made its way to the global markets. Read on.
Following its China debut last month, the Huawei GT Watch 3 Pro is now making its way to the international markets. Available in two variants, Ceramic and Titanium, Huawei’s new flagship smartwatches go head to head against Apple and Samsung’s offerings with premium designs and a solid set of features. The new watches join the Huawei Watch GT 3 that was launched last year and run the company’s HarmonyOS 2 out of the box.
Rumored Galaxy Watch 5 Pro might feature sapphire glass and a titanium case
A new leak about Samsung's upcoming premium smartwatch, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, suggests that it might feature sapphire glass and a titanium case.
Recent reports suggest that Samsung might launch three new Wear OS smartwatches as part of its Galaxy Watch 5 lineup this year. The standard Galaxy Watch 5 and the Galaxy Watch 5 Classic could be accompanied by a Galaxy Watch 5 Pro variant this time around, which will likely be a premium offering with a couple of additional features. Although Samsung hasn't released any official information about the Galaxy Watch 5 series so far, a new leak suggests that the upcoming 'Pro' model might feature tougher glass and a lightweight but more durable case.
Google Pixel Watch battery and connectivity details emerge
We've seen the Google Pixel Watch through renders and leaked images. Now, we get details about its battery and cellular connectivity.
We've seen quite a bit of the Google Pixel Watch over the past couple of weeks. First, it was a Pixel Watch render, then live photos of the device. Although its appearance may no longer be a mystery, there are still a lot of unanswered questions about the device. If a source is to be believed, new information has surfaced, giving us new details about the Google Pixel Watch.
POCO launches its first smartwatch and the Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition alongside the POCO F4 GT
POCO has launched its first smartwatch -- the POCO Watch -- and the POCO Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition alongside the POCO F4 GT.
POCO launched its latest affordable flagship, the POCO F4 GT, today. The device is essentially a rebranded Redmi K50G that was launched in China earlier this year. It features Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, a 4,700mAh battery with 120W fast charging support, and a bunch of other cool features. Along with the phone, POCO has also launched its first smartwatch -- the POCO Watch -- and the POCO Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition TWS earbuds.
Real-world images of Google's Pixel Watch may have just leaked
Real-world images of Google's Pixel Watch may have just leaked, and it might just be a complete look at the company's upcoming smartwatch.
Shortly after the first image of the Pixel Watch leaked, it seems that we're getting a complete look at the full device for the first time. According to a report from Android Central, one of the publication's readers found an abandoned Pixel Watch in a restaurant, took photos, and sent it in. While we don't know much about the specs of the watch, we know that it'll likely be unveiled at this year’s Google I/O.
Google Pixel Watch leaks again, and it looks familiar
A Pixel Watch render has leaked, showing off its circular display and potentially adding credence to previous leaks. Check it out here.
We've been hearing about the Pixel Watch for a long, long time, and it seems that it'll finally be unveiled at this year's Google I/O. While there's not a whole lot that's leaked about it, we've had a rough idea of what to expect when it comes to its looks and some of its features. Now it seems that the first official render has leaked thanks to 91Mobiles, and it matches up with some of what we've seen already.
Polar introduces two new Pacer smartwatches aimed at runners
Polar has introduced two new smartwatches aimed at runners. The Pacer and Pacer Pro are now available for $199 and $299 respectively.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic started, plenty of people have been exercising less frequently. With many workplaces and schools switching to the online format, some of us have been spending most of their time physically inactive at home. That's not to mention the increasing reliance on online ordering and doorstep deliveries. This convenient lifestyle can become unhealthy and damage the human body (and mind). That's why we should aim at making an effort to exercise, even if we're not forced to leave our houses for work or education. Fitness trackers motivate some of us to do more and push ourselves, and there are two new models in town. Polar has introduced the Pacer and Pacer Pro -- two smartwatches aimed at runners, both beginners and pros.
Fossil brings its stylish Skagen Falster Gen 6 range of Wear OS smartwatches to the Indian market
After launching the Fossil Gen 6 lineup in India last September, Fossil has now brought its stylish Skagen Falster Gen 6 range to the region.
After launching the Fossil Gen 6 lineup of smartwatches in the Indian market last September, Fossil has now launched its Skagen Falster Gen 6 lineup in the region. The Skagen Falster Gen 6 smartwatch lineup is based on the Fossil Gen 6 smartwatches, but it has a slightly different design. If you're in the market for a new Wear OS smartwatch, here's everything you need to know about the new Skagen Falster Gen 6 smartwatches.
Xiaomi launches new premium TWS earbuds and two smartwatches alongside the Xiaomi 12 series
Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi Watch S1, Watch S1 Active, and the Buds 3T Pro in international markets. Read on to learn more.
At today's Xiaomi 12 series global launch event, Xiaomi launched three new flagship smartphones -- the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12 Pro, and the Xiaomi 12X. In addition, the company launched two new smartwatches, the Xiaomi Watch S1 and Watch S1 Active, and pair of premium TWS earbuds dubbed Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro. We've already shared all details about the new Xiaomi 12 series in a separate post, and in this post, we'll take a look at the company's latest smartwatches and TWS earbuds.
Leaked renders showcase the upcoming Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
Leaked renders of the upcoming Xiaomi Watch S1 Active have surfaced online, giving us our first look at its design. Read on to learn more.
At the Xiaomi 12 series launch event in China late last year, Xiaomi also launched the Xiaomi Watch S1 -- a premium smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, up to 117 workout modes, continuous heart rate monitoring, an SpO2 sensor, up to 12 days of battery life, a built-in app store, and more. The company is reportedly gearing up to launch a new variant of the Watch S1, called the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active, and leaked renders of the smartwatch have now surfaced online.
Pixel Watch & Pixel 6a launch imminent as both devices appear in US carrier's inventory system
The upcoming Pixel 6a and Pixel Watch have been spotted in a US carrier's inventory system, pointing towards an imminent launch. Read on to learn more.
Google's upcoming Pixel 6a and Pixel Watch have leaked extensively over the last few months. While the company is yet to reveal any details about these devices, both devices have now been spotted in a US carrier's back-end inventory system, pointing towards an imminent launch.
Honor unveils a new smartwatch and TWS earbuds alongside the Magic 4 series
Honor has launched the Honor Watch GS 3 and Honor Earbuds 3 Pro alongside the new Magic 4 series. Read on to learn more about the new wearables.
At the ongoing MWC trade show in Barcelona, Honor has unveiled its latest flagship smartphones -- the Honor Magic 4 and Honor Magic 4 Pro. Along with the devices, Honor has also showcased the new Honor Watch GS 3 and the Honor Earbuds 3 Pro at the event. We've already shared all details about the new Honor Magic 4 series in a separate post, and in this post, we'll talk about the new smartwatch and TWS earbuds.