Category wearables

Samsung has introduced blood pressure monitoring for select Galaxy Watch models in the US via the Samsung Health Monitor app. The feature lets users track systolic and diastolic readings along with heart rate, and requires regular calibration with an upper-arm monitor. It adds to existing health tools such as ECG and sleep apnea detection. Separately, a firmware listi...

Meta announced the expansion of its AI-powered smart glasses lineup with the launch of Ray-Ban Meta Optics Styles on Tuesday. The smart glasses are the optical-first styles from the company designed for prescription wearers. Developed in partnership with EssilorLuxottica, the new lineup marks a continuation of the companies’ multi-year collaboration, following the e...

Meta may be preparing new Ray-Ban AI smart glasses, as FCC filings referenced in a recent newsletter point to two models called Ray-Ban Meta Scriber and Blazer. The filings suggest the devices are final units, indicating a possible near-term launch. Details remain limited, but features like a charging case, new model numbers, and Wi-Fi 6 support have surfaced. Strong ...

Oppo may soon expand its smartwatch lineup with the Watch X3 Mini, following a leaked render shared by Evan Blass. The device is expected to be a smaller version of the Watch X3, likely featuring a 43mm case. Based on last year’s launch pattern, it could arrive as early as April. The previous X2 series closely aligned with OnePlus models, but no smaller OnePlus Watc...

Smartwatches in India now offer varying levels of WhatsApp support, from full messaging to limited calling features. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series provides the most complete experience with messaging and call handling, while Apple Watch models support messaging but not full calling. The Pixel Watch 4 offers similar functionality with partial calling support. Garmi...

Ultrahuman has returned to the US market with the Ring Pro after the Bengaluru-based tech firm received clearance from the country’s Customs and Border Protection department, the company announced on Tuesday. The new smart ring, which was launched in select global markets on February 27, is currently available for pre-order in the country via the Ultrahuman online s...

Boat Valour Watch 1R has been launched in India with a focus on fitness and health tracking. It features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, aluminium build, and AI-based coaching system. The smartwatch supports over 700 sports modes and tracks metrics such as heart rate, SpO2, sleep, HRV, and VO2 Max. It runs on an X2 processor, supports Bluetooth 5.3, and packs a 300mAh bat...

Xiaomi Watch S5 has been launched in China as the second model in the tech firm’s flagship Watch 5 series. The smartwatch is currently on sale in the country via the Xiaomi China online store in Black, Forged Carbon, Midnight Blue, Silver, and Beige colour options. It is also offered in Bluetooth-only and Bluetooth + Cellular models. The smartwatch is equipped with ...

OnePlus Watch 4 has received Europay, Mastercard, and Visa (EMVCo) certification, according to a tipster. While the Chinese tech firm has yet to confirm the launch of the smartwatch, the listing on the database suggests that OnePlus could launch its new Watch 4 soon. The leaker also claims that the wearable could be equipped with a 1.5-inch (466x466 pixels) LTPO AMOLE...

Garmin has introduced WhatsApp support on select smartwatches through a new app available on the Connect IQ Store. The feature works on models across the Fenix, Forerunner, Venu, and Vívoactive series and requires a paired smartphone. Users can read and reply to messages, view recent chats, and decline calls from the watch. The app supports up to 10 conversation thre...