You’re able to take audio calls with the Apple Watch, but there could be a more advanced form of communication available in the future. It just might be possible to take video calls as well. Based on a new patent, it looks like Apple’s trying to integrate two cameras onto a smartwatch. The purpose would be to enable FaceTime and also facial recognition. The design isn’t so hard to...
Fossil introduced a new Wear OS device this week. Known as the Fossil Sport, this smartwatch comes with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon Wear 3100 and Google’s redesigned software. Together with a budget-friendly price, the Fossil Sport deserves some extra attention. It’s built for more active lifestyles, as the Fossil Sport’s name suggests. Fossil worked in a GPS, NFC, waterproofing, and a...
Apple on Monday issued an update for the Apple Watch that introduces a series of new features, including over 70 emoji, full-screen color watch faces, and support for Group FaceTime (audio-only). More importantly, today’s update (watchOS 5.1.1) ensures that your device won’t brick. Last week, Apple rolled out watchOS 5.1, and users immediately noted a serious issue: their watch had...
Spotify is finally coming to the Apple Watch, sort of. The music streaming giant is reportedly testing out a watchOS beta app through TestFlight. This marks the first time Spotify has brought an app to the Apple Watch, something users of the service have been asking for. According to users on Reddit, the app is only available through a testing program. To sign up for the beta program...
watchOS 5.1 was rolling out this week, but Apple already pulled the software update after some Apple Watch owners experienced a not-so-simple bug. Your Apple Watch could get bricked once watchOS 5.1 downloads and installs. Multiple owners are saying that, after restarting their devices, there’s nothing but an Apple logo to show. The affected units aren’t getting past that, leaving the...
It's the final stretch of the year, and that means new smartwatches are upon us. What should you choose? The decision for many could be the Apple Watch Series 4, but the Galaxy Watch shouldn't be overlooked in the slightest. Samsung's put in the time and effort to create a platform that dazzles on your wrist. The Galaxy Watch, arriving in GPS-only and LTE-enabled configurations, can...
Now there’s no denying Apple wants USB-C to be ubiquitous across its entire portfolio. Starting today, you can purchase a USB-C charging cable for the Apple Watch. It’s an accessory that includes a magnetic dock for the smartwatch on one end and a USB-C connector on the other. Just connect it to a corresponding port on a wall adapter or laptop, and your Apple Watch will receive power...
My first Apple Watch experience lasted exactly 10 days before I returned it. Until now, I’ve steered clear of wearable devices, unimpressed by their functionality and purpose. I’m vehemently opposed to notifications, which is a smart watch’s whole conceit, so buying one never made sense. Imagine my surprise when I found myself falling head over heels for the Apple Watch Series 4 (space...
In a few weeks, Google will have fresh products distributed worldwide. The Pixel 3 might be getting the most attention, but the Home Hub and the Pixel Slate are anything but snooze-worthy. All that was announced on Tuesday morning in New York City makes an impact on Google’s desire to hit it big in hardware. From mobile to home automation to computing, it was a busy day for the...
Huawei doesn’t plan on using Wear OS for its upcoming smartwatch, according to WinFuture. The Huawei Watch GT, which will be sold in two styles, takes advantage of custom software. It’ll allow for better customization between Huawei and users. As for the specifications, it should be a high-end, futuristic timepiece. Huawei’s expected to include a 1.39-inch (454×454) OLED display, an...