Google is doubling down on its AI integration, with CEO Sundar Pichai announcing during Alphabet’s Q1 2025 earnings call that the advanced Gemini AI assistant will officially be coming to Wear OS smartwatches later this year. This confirms long-standing rumors and marks a significant shift, as Gemini will replace the current Google Assistant on these…
OPPO has officially launched the OPPO Watch X2, its latest smartwatch, alongside the OPPO Find N5 at global and China events. This comes shortly after the watch debuted in the US and Europe as the OnePlus Watch 3. Design and Display The OPPO Watch X2 features a titanium alloy bezel with a dual-tone finish and…
The OnePlus Watch 2 was an impressive device, but one frustrating limitation was that its rotating crown had no functional purpose within Wear OS. With the OnePlus Watch 3, that finally changes—the rotating crown is now fully functional. OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus Watch 3 will officially launch on February 18, and as the…
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a serious condition affecting over five million Americans. Among individuals over 65, it is the leading cause of hospitalization. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, heart failure contributes to one in nine deaths. Smartwatches could soon play a vital role in early detection. Researchers at Tampere University have developed an innovative…
The Xiaomi Watch 2 is a strong contender in the Wear OS ecosystem, offering an appealing mix of features, design, and affordability. Originally launched with Wear OS 3.5 and later updated to Wear OS 4, it’s clear that Xiaomi is working hard to catch up to its competition. However, it still has some distance to…
Non-invasive blood glucose monitoring has long been a goal for wearable technology. Apple began exploring the concept in 2017, but the breakthrough has yet to be achieved, leaving diabetics reliant on costly third-party devices. Samsung may now take the lead. Initially rumored for the Galaxy Watch Ultra, the company recently hinted the feature could debut…
Samsung and Google have partnered to transform the Galaxy Watch 7 LTE into a robust and secure smartwatch experience for kids. This new “Galaxy Watch for Kids” mode empowers parents with extensive control over their child’s smartwatch usage. During initial setup, parents can configure the Galaxy Watch 7 LTE to function as a standalone device…
Google’s Wear OS 4 is discreetly making its way to Xiaomi Watch 2 and Watch 2 Pro devices. While Xiaomi has yet to officially announce the update, users in select regions like the UK, Poland, and Spain have reported receiving it. This gradual rollout requires users to manually check for the update in their watch’s…
Last year, Mobvoi unveiled the TicWatch Pro 5, showcasing its dual display technology, the latest Snapdragon processor, and remarkable battery longevity. Building upon last year’s solid foundation, the TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro refines the design by slimming down the device, redesigning the crown, and fine-tuning the software. Like its predecessor, Mobvoi has crafted an impressive…
Google has initiated the rollout of a new update for Wear OS smartwatches, featuring numerous enhancements, including the latest version of Google Play Services (v24.18). Among the updates is a new functionality dubbed School Time, designed to assist parents in effectively overseeing and regulating their child’s smartwatch activities. Notably, a comparable feature is already accessible…
