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An Apple Watch Ultra showing off the AssistiveTouch Hand Gestures screen.

You can already use the Apple Watch Series 9’s best new feature

Apple is adding a new Double Tap feature to the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. But you can already use this gesture on older watches. Here's how!
Garmin Vivoactive 5 smartwatch.

Garmin just launched a new $300 Apple Watch alternative

Garmin just announced its latest smartwatch, the Vivoactive 5. It looks good, has a ton of health features, and costs just $300.
Fitbit app explore workouts in the Coach tab.

The Fitbit app just got its biggest update in years

Google has just updated the Fitbit app, and it's a huge change for the better. Here's what it looks like.
Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro.

The iPhone 15 Pro’s Action button has a serious flaw

One of the big new hardware features for the iPhone 15 Pro is the Action button, but I can't help but already be a tad disappointed with it.
Smart Stack with activity and sleep widgets on an Apple Watch Ultra.

Can my Apple Watch get watchOS 10? Here’s every supported model

The new watchOS 10 update includes redesigned apps, a variety of new watch faces, and more. But will your Apple Watch get it?
Renders of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Ultra next to each other.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs. Apple Watch Ultra: should you upgrade?

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is bound to be the best Apple Watch you can buy. But should you upgrade if you already have the original Apple Watch Ultra?
A person wearing the Huawei Watch GT 4.

You should buy this amazing smartwatch, but only if you own a certain phone

The Huawei Watch GT 4 is an excellent, design-led smartwatch — but you really need to own a certain smartphone to truly love it.
A promotional image of the Apple Watch Ultra 2.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is (almost) exactly what I wanted

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 doesn't seem like a big update, does it? You're right, it's not. But it's what I expected — and that's a good thing.
An Apple Watch Hermes band.

Hermès offers new range of non-leather – and leather – bands for Apple Watch

Following speculation that Apple's partnership with Hermès could be about to end, the relationship appears as solid as ever following Apple's Wonderlust event.
Invite for Apple's September 2023 event.

The 6 biggest announcements from Apple’s iPhone 15 event

The new Apple iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9 have been revealed. Here's how to catch up on everything announced at Apple's huge iPhone 15 event.
A screenshot of Apple event links from the Apple TV app on an iPhone

How to watch Apple’s iPhone 15 event today: 5 easy ways

Apple's next big event is now in the calendar. The iPhone 15 series and more should be revealed later today. Here's how to watch the event live.
The Ultrahuman Ring Air and the Oura Ring, resting on a table.

The Oura Ring may get a fierce new competitor in January 2024

Are you ready for the Samsung Galaxy Ring? A Samsung-made health and fitness ring could arrive in 2024 to take on the Oura Ring.
Apple Watch bands by Hermes.

Hermès removes all leather Apple Watch bands from its site

It's not yet clear if the move confirms recent reports that partner Apple is planning to pivot away from leather accessories for its range of devices.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 8.

Wearing this smartwatch again reminded me why it’s still the best you can get

I put the Apple Watch Series 8 back on ahead of the Apple Watch Series 9's announcement, and it made me wish I had worn it more this past year.
a Nomad Rugged Case and band on a wooden table

This case turned my Apple Watch into an Apple Watch Ultra … kind of

Have a normal Apple Watch, but wish it had durability similar to the Apple Watch Ultra? Nomad's new Rugged Case offers exactly that, and I got to use it.
A person wearing the Withings ScanWatch 2 42mm.

Meet the health-focused, anti-Apple Watch you’ll be proud to wear

Digital Trends speaks to Withings about the new ScanWatch 2 and ScanWatch Light, the innovations inside, and the path to FDA approval for the smartwatches.
Taking a blood pressure measurement on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic.

I used a smartwatch to take my blood pressure. Here’s why it surprised me

One of the health features on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is the ability to take your blood pressure. I've used it, and this is why it really impressed me.
Google Pixel 8 Pro leaked render.

Google accidentally leaked the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2

Google’s official online storefront briefly posted a marketing image depicting the Pixel 8 Pro and the Pixel Watch 2 weeks ahead of the official launch.
Event invite for Google's Made by Google event happening in October 2023.

Google just dropped the date for its Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 announcement

Just one day after Apple announced its iPhone 15 event, Google has sent out invites for its Pixel 8 event. Here's what we know.
A person holding the Oura Ring 3rd generation Heritage model.

Your Oura Ring can now help you have better therapy appointments

The Oura Ring smart ring has enhanced its abilities through a new partnership with Talkspace, an online behavioral health service provider.
Official product renders of the Garmin Venu 3 smartwatch.

Garmin’s newest smartwatch could replace your Apple Watch

Garmin has unveiled the Venu 3 and Venu 3S smartwatches, both of which offer a holistic understanding of your health. Here's everything that's new.
Invite for Apple's September 2023 event.

It’s official — Apple will announce the iPhone 15 on September 12

It's almost time to stop speculating. Apple has just confirmed that its next big event — where we expect to see the iPhone 15 — will be on September 12.
Overhead view of an Apple Watch Ultra resting on a wooden patio.

I ditched my Apple Watch 6 months ago. Here’s why I’m going back

Earlier this year, I decided to leave my Apple Watch behind for a different smartwatch. Nearly six months later, I'm going back to it. Here's why.
Leaked render of Nothing's upcoming CMF smartwatch.

If this is Nothing’s first smartwatch, I’m not interested

This may be our first look at the first smartwatch from Nothing. And if it is, I'm sorely disappointed.
An Apple Watch Series 5 and an Apple Watch Ultra with an assortment of various Apple Watch bands.

Apple made a huge Apple Watch mistake 8 years ago

The Apple Watch is pretty iconic in 2023. But if a new report is true, one of its oldest features could soon be a big problem.
A person wearing the Ultrahuman Ring Air and the Oura Ring.

I’ve worn two of the best smart rings. Here’s which one you should buy

I've worn both the Oura Ring and the Ultrahuman Ring Air day and night for weeks, and know both products well. Now, I can tell you which one you should buy.
The side of the Apple Watch Ultra with the Solo Loop band.

Here’s why scientists really want you to clean your smartwatch

When's the last time you cleaned your smartwatch band? It's probably been a while, right? Here's why scientists want you to change that.
The Mobvoi Ticwatch Pro 5 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, showing different watch faces.

I reviewed 2 of the best Android smartwatches. This is the one I’d buy

I've worn the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic and Ticwatch Pro 5 over the past weeks. They're both great, but there's only one I'd actually buy.
The Apple Watch Ultra on a man's wrist in a pocket.

Apple Watch Ultra review: a big, exciting, overwhelming success

The Apple Watch Ultra may look like a niche product at first glance, but it's way more than that and has genuinely wide appeal. We explain why in our review.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, and the new fabric strap.

The best Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 bands: 15 best ones in 2023

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is here, so you'll want to make it stand out with your own personal style. Here are the best bands for your Galaxy Watch 6.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, side by side on a persons wrist.

Galaxy Watch 6 Classic vs. Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: Which Samsung watch is best?

You want to buy Samsung's top 2023 smartwatch, but which is it? The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic or the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro? We've got the answer right here.
Apple Watch Ultra being worn showing off the Action Button.

Dear Apple, please don’t release an Apple Watch Ultra 2 this year

We're only a few weeks away from Apple's fall event, which would bring new iPhones and Apple Watches. But here's why an Apple Watch Ultra 2 would be a waste.
The Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 on a person's wrist, showing the backlit secondary screen.

One of the best Wear OS smartwatches just got a surprise upgrade

Mobvoi's excellent TicWatch Pro 5 is one of the best Wear OS smartwatches out there. It now comes in a Sansdstone finish for the same asking price.
Samsung One UI 5.1.1 updates for older Galaxy Tab, Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Watch 5 devices.

New Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 features are heading to older devices

A new Samsung update will take some Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 features and bring them to older devices.
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