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Samsung confirms Galaxy S25, XR headsets and cheaper foldables for 2025
Apple and Google better watch out with the amount of mobile plans Samsung has for next year
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Older Galaxy Watches are getting a big free upgrade
New features such as the Energy Score and Galaxy AI will give your Galaxy Watch a new lease of life
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Play Store code indicates Google is prepping for Android XR headsets
Compatibility hooks and icons for 'XR headsets' can be spotted in the latest release, even though we seem to be far out from any kind of product launch.
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Xiaomi Watch S4 lets you switch off the lights and switch up the bezels
Xiaomi has officially announced the Watch S4 and the Smart Band 9 Pro as its latest cheap smartwatches
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Samsung Galaxy devices are being hacked: Is your phone or smartwatch affected?
A serious vulnerability in Samsung's Exynos mobile processors has prompted Google to warn users
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I’m an AR novice, but Snap’s new glasses have me hooked
The fifth generation of Snap Spectacles are a great entry point into the world of AR, but there's a big catch
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Xiaomi's smart ring may do something no other can
Xiaomi is reportedly working on its first smart ring to offset one of the biggest pain points of rivals
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Oura Ring 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Ring: 5 key differences
The Oura Ring 4 and the Samsung Galaxy Ring are the two most high-profile smart rings, but how do they compare? We break down the key differences
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Apple Watch Series 10 vs Ultra 2: I ran a half marathon and the results are surprising
Do you really need Apple's most expensive smartwatch? For a lot of runners, the answer is probably no
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The Apple Watch Ultra 3 will arrive next year but Micro LED will be 2026
All the latest news and rumours around the Watch Ultra 3, Apple's premium rugged smartwatch that's set to arrive next year
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Missing Pebble? This hackable smartwatch wants to fill that void
The Spectra is a hackable smartwatch that promises to be easy to repair and includes high-quality hardware
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Oppo might be working on a smart ring… with a twist
Following the discovery of a new patent filed by Oppo, there has been speculation that the brand could be working on a very interesting smart ring
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Google says older Pixel Watches will get Wear OS 5 'later this year'
After a messy update that forced some Pixel Watch and Watch 2 owners to reset their devices, Google is giving itself plenty of time to fix the problem.
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Apple smart ring? Forget about it!
Despite years of rumours and several patents, a new report claims that the company has no plans to actually launch one.
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When is the next Apple event and what will be announced?
A rumour suggests Apple will be holding another launch event this month, with no fewer than five new devices expected to launch
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Apple Watch SE 3 looks set for 2025 launch
A new generation of Watch SE is rumoured to be on the way. Here's all we know about the budget-friendly Apple smartwatch so far
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Five reasons the Oura Ring 4 will be the smart ring to beat
The Oura Ring 4 is Oura's newest smart ring, but how is it different from the Oura Ring Gen 3? Here's what's new.
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Oura Ring 4 confirmed: New design, sizes & upgraded battery life
The new generation of Oura ring is here to take on the Samsung Galaxy Ring and other smart rings
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Google's Pixel Watch 3 said to be supported for only 3 years
Google has just unveiled its latest watch, the Pixel Watch 3 which finally comes in a larger size
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Huawei just announced six new smartwatches
There's something for everyone in Huawei's new 2024 line-up of wearables, whether you're into golf or not
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Huawei Watch GT5 vs GT5 Pro: Which new smartwatch is right for you?
I've tried both of Huawei's new GT5 watches, here's everything you need to know before deciding which one to buy.
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I asked Google what its Pixel smart ring might look like and these are the results
Three different designs for a possible Google smart ring and I like them all in different ways
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Two-year-old Apple Watch SE 2 goes back to preorder – we know why
A curious case of relaunching a smartwatch from 2022 without mentioning it but we've solved the mystery
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My most-wanted new Apple product isn't the iPhone 16 or Watch Series 10
This unexpected product at the Apple Event took me by surprise and now it's reluctantly on my wish list
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watchOS 11 finally has a release date and more compatibility details
What new features has Apple lined up for watchOS in 2024 and when will you get it?
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The Apple Watch Series 10 has features not even found on Ultras
Despite its thin design, the Series 10 has a larger screen than even its Ultra stablemate along with the fastest charging and sleep apnea detection
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Tech Advisor’s Best of IFA 2024 Awards
We roved the giant halls of IFA Berlin 2024 to find the very best new tech that you need to know about. Here are our 16 favourite gadgets from the show
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Honor reveals Apple Watch-style smartwatch with 15-day battery life
Honor has unveiled its latest smartwatch, the Watch 5, which looks set to be a budget-friendly fitness and activity companion
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How a smartwatch can help you study better
You might be surprised by the myriad ways that a smartwatch can help you reach your potential at school, college and university
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5 gadgets I took to Reading Festival and 1 I deemed unsafe
This is my tech survival kit for festivals, as well as a word of warning if you're thinking about taking a particular wearable
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CMF vs Nothing: What's the difference?
Nothing has been a small but influential player in the consumer tech space in recent years and its sub-brand – CMF – looks to be using the same playbook, so how do they differ?
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The 7 tech products I wish I had at university
Tech was a crucial part of my university experience, but these items would’ve made it even better
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Google says the Pixel Watch 3 can't be repaired
Like its predecessor, you'll have to settle for a full device replacement if your Pixel Watch 3 breaks. Can Google interest you in an extended warranty?
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It's official: Fitbit has made its final smartwatch
Fitbit's smartwatch line-up will end with the Sense 2 and Versa 4 and this is why
Opinion
The Pixel Watch 3 is good for runners but one AI feature could make it great
Better sensors, real-time coaching are welcome but Google could be getting one-up on Apple and Samsung
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Why you can trust us for Google reviews and not influencers
What is the Team Pixel controversy? We explain it and shed some light on how we work with tech brands on reviews
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All Pixel Watch and Fitbit models are getting a big upgrade for free
One of the most popular Fitbit Premium features is about to be made available for nothing
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Google unveils Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds with AI capabilities
The headphones may be smaller than their predecessors, but they offer better noise cancellation
Opinion
The Pixel Watch 3 fixes Google’s biggest smartwatch problem
The Pixel Watch series has always been great, but this new third generation is really hitting the nail on the head
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Everything announced at Made by Google event 2024
Flagship phones were the main focus, but they certainly weren’t the only new products at the Made by Google hardware launch
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The Pixel Watch 3 is the first smartwatch with this potentially life-saving feature
Loss of Pulse Detection is a first-to-market smartwatch feature that can even tell if you've been poisoned!
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The Pixel Watch 3 gets one of the flagship Pixel 9's best features
A new Actua display looks great but how much difference will it make in day-to-day use?
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Back to School Tech Tips You Don't Know
It's almost time to get back to school, and you can never be too prepared. Here are some ways tech can help that you may not have already considered, as well as advice on where to find the best student deals and discounts in the back-to-school sales.
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Apple Vision Pro is now available in more countries, including the UK
Following the launch of Apple's first-ever augmented and virtual reality headset in the US, we finally get the global release
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I switched from Garmin's best smartwatch to a 10-year-old model. Here's what happened
I swapped one of the latest Forerunner sports watches for a 10-year old one. Here's what I missed and didn't miss
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 hits the shelves
Samsung has launched the new Galaxy Watch 7 with improved health tracking and design features. Here's the lowdown.
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Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra is now on sale
A new models has been added to the Samsung smartwatch line-up, aimed at those who love the outdoors and sports. Here's all you need to know about the Galaxy Watch Ultra
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OnePlus Watch 2R beats the flagship version in two ways
Not only is the smartwatch cheaper and lighter, it doesn't appear to get any of the usual 'R' related downgrades
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The first Wear OS 5 smartwatches are official
Google's upcoming wearable operating system is set to bring battery life improvements and new design elements
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