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The Pixel Watch on a person's wrist.

The Pixel Watch just got an important safety feature it’s been missing for months

The Pixel Watch has gained an important safety feature. Fall Detection has been added, so the smartwatch knows if you have a bad fall and can call for help.
The Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro worn on a person's wrist.

Xiaomi’s latest smartwatch puts the Pixel Watch to shame in a big way

Xiaomi has gone for luxury materials to make the new Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro stand out. Does it work? I wore it for a few days to put it to the test.
wearable device for measuring vocal stress.

Is it time to shut your mouth? This smart wearable will let you know

A team at Northwestern University has developed a wearable device that warns you when you're exceeding your vocal limits, saving your voice box from damage.
The back of the Apple Watch SE 2 in its protective case.

Why blood glucose tracking on the Apple Watch may finally happen

Blood glucose monitoring is one of the most-requested Apple Watch features — and Apple just took a big toward making it a reality.
Apple Watch SE 44mm with Nomad Aluminum Band.

Nomad Aluminum Band review: I’ve never used an Apple Watch band like this

Buying the Nomad Aluminum Band is the most effortless way to make your Apple Watch go with formal wear. It elevates the style quotient to the next level.
The Google Pixel Watch's Pilot Bold watch face.

3 reasons you should buy the Google Pixel Watch

Shopping around for a new smartwatch? Here's why you should choose the Google Pixel Watch.
The Whoop 4.0 on a person's wrist.

Whoop 4.0 review: more whimper than whoop

The Whoop 4.0 isn't a smartwatch or a Fitbit; it's something quite different, right down to the way you pay to own it. Is it a better device for it?
Person using the Huawei Watch Buds, with the smartwatch open on the wrist.

You’ve never seen a smartwatch like the new Huawei Watch Buds

Think this is an ordinary smartwatch? You couldn't be more wrong, because the screen flips up to reveal a pair of true wireless earbuds inside. Yes, really.
SmokeMon smart sensor

Wearing this smart necklace could help you stop smoking forever

SmokeMon is a necklace-like smart wearable that not only tracks cigarette smoking but can also help avoid relapse for those in the process of quitting.
The G-Shock Poison Dart Frog Frogman worn on a person's wrist.

G-Shock’s latest watch turned my wrist into a poisonous frog

G-Shock's latest connected Frogman watch is styled after a poisonous frog, but don't let that put you off. We wore it, and loved it.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X35.

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X35 will bring 5G to your next smartwatch

Qualcomm is delivering 5G to a whole new class of mobile devices with the Snapdragon X35, a new chip that bridges the gap between smartphones and IoT devices
The Apple Watch Ultra's raised bezel and Digital Crown guard.

If this Apple Watch Ultra 2 rumor is true, I already don’t want it

A new report suggests that the next Apple Watch Ultra may be even bigger. But what about us small-wristed folks?
Garmin Vivomove Trend on a person's wrist.

The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a powerful smartwatch with a sleek disguise

Garmin's new Vivomove Trend smartwatch looks like a traditional watch from a distance, all thanks to a clever hidden screen that only works when you need it.
Apple Black Unity watch band worn on wrist with Mosaic face

Apple’s Black Unity watch band looks great and supports a good cause

Apple has a new Black Unity Apple Watch band. Not only does it look great and is comfortable to wear, but it also supports a good cause. We go hands-on with it.
A Crash Detection alert on the iPhone 14.

iPhone’s Crash Detection is still firing off false calls

The Crash Detection feature on the iPhone 14 and newer Apple Watches is continuing to cause issues for first responders based in ski resorts and elsewhere.
The Fitbit Sense 2 in moss.

Best Fitbit in 2023: 6 best watches and trackers

It can be tough to pick a new fitness tracker. If you’ve been thinking of buying a new Fitbit this year, here are the best options to choose from.
The Unity 2023 wallpaper on an iPhone.

How to get Apple’s Black History Month 2023 wallpapers for your iPhone and Apple Watch

Apple's iOS 16.3 and watch OS 9.3 are here with new wallpapers to celebrate Black History Month. Here's how to get them!
Pebble Cosmos Engage watch face.

I bought a $50 Apple Watch Ultra clone, and it blew me away

Pebble Engage Cosmos is a brazen imitation of the Apple Watch Ultra that only costs $50. It looks and feels amazing, but as they say, beauty is only skin deep.
Garmin Venu 2 Plus smartwatch with new ECG App

You can finally take ECGs and track AFib on a Garmin smartwatch

Garmin has just released a new ECG app that will allow you to record ECG with the Venu 2 Plus smartwatch.
Apple Watch Series 5 on wrist with a pink gradient Modular watch face

I won’t upgrade my Apple Watch Series 5 until Apple adds this one feature

It's 2023, and I'm still using an almost 4-year-old Apple Watch Series 5. Why? Because I'm waiting for Apple to add this one health feature.
Fitbit Charge 3.

You shouldn’t need an accountant to buy a new fitness tracker

Subscriptions are changing the way we buy health and fitness trackers, and they are forcing you to change the way you think about them too.
The Fitbit Sense 2 lying sideways in moss.

Strap a Fitbit to your wrist on the cheap with these deals — from $80

Grab the chance to buy a Fitbit wearable device with a discount as certain models such as the Fitbit Charge 5 and Fitbit Sense 2 have had their prices slashed.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro just got big price cuts

Samsung is offering discounts on all variants of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Don't miss this chance to buy the wearable device.
Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition in black with a black strap.

The best smartwatches and wearables of CES 2023

There are plenty of exciting smartwatches and other wearables at CES 2023, and we've gathered together the best of them in our comprehensive roundup.
Withings U-Scan urine analysis kit.

Withings brought a new health tracker to CES 2023 — and it wants you to pee on it

Withings' latest fitness offering is the U-Scan, a puck-shaped analysis system that chemically tests your urine for health metrics and shares it all over Wi-Fi.
A young man wears a Fitbit Versa 4 as he gets ready to workout.

Getting fit in 2023? Strap a Fitbit Versa 4 to your wrist – Now $50 off

One of the best smartwatch deals is taking place at Best Buy today, where you can get the Fitbit Versa 4 for just $180.
Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition in black with a black strap.

CES 2023: Fossil’s latest hybrid smartwatch is the anti-Pixel Watch

Want more battery life than a Pixel Watch, physical hands for a watch-like look, and great fitness features? The Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition is here.
The Apple Watch SE 2 ready to pair with a phone.

7 important tips to get your new Apple Watch ready for your wrist

You've got a new Apple Watch, and want to set it up quickly but also properly. Here's what we do to get our new Apple Watch models ready to wear every day.
Google Pixel Watch worn on a man's wrist, showing the Pacific watch face.

Google Pixel Watch review

The Google Pixel Watch is not quite what we were hoping for. Our Pixel Watch review explains where it all goes wrong, and what you should buy instead.
Walmart Prime Day graphic with a screen from Walmart.com.

Walmart Holiday Sale: The 5 best deals you can still shop

With the holidays just around the corner, Walmart has started some sales for last-minute gifts, and we've collected five of the best deals for you!
iPhone 14 Pro showing the Moon always-on screen.

iOS 16.2 is here, adding Apple Music Sing (plus a lot more) to your iPhone

Apple has dropped its (surprisingly) big iOS 16.2 update today. Here's a closer look at everything new.
Google Pixel 7 home screen with rainbow gradient wallpaper in light

Update your Google Pixel 7 now for three big security and audio features

The first Feature Drop for the Google Pixel 7 has landed — bringing three important security and audio features. Here's what's new!
The Apple Watch Series 8 and Galaxy Watch 5.

Apple Health vs. Samsung Health? What I learned after using both

Apple and Samsung make the best smartwatches you can buy, but what about the apps that track your health? We compare Apple Health to Samsung Health.
The upcoming Huawei Buds smartwatch.

This ridiculous smartwatch has a hidden pair of earbuds inside

Huawei is gearing up to launch a new smartwatch hiding a pair of wireless earbuds under the display assembly. Nope, this is not a concept. It's a real thing.