Apple is developing a custom, health-based chip for its devices. The chip, according to CNBC, could be integrated into existing units or paired alongside them. While the exact purpose is unconfirmed, it feels like Apple wants to feature enhanced tracking and monitoring on its next-generation lineup. The iPhone and the Apple Watch are already able to understand a user, but this chip...
Samsung has announced its brand new smartwatch called the Galaxy Watch. It’s a rebrand for the past Gear S smartwatches that ties into the Galaxy line that has been so popular with its smartphones. Just like past Gear S smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch is circular and has a design that is very similar to standard watches. Samsung said during the Unpacked event that this was done on...
Expect to see next-generation Wear OS devices later this year. There will be several new smartwatches announced after Qualcomm’s September 10 event. In an invite sent out to media outlets, the chipmaker confirmed it’ll be making a wearables-related announcement soon. Aside from saying “It’s Time,” the invite shows a generic smartwatch. Qualcomm even asks that you set your watch in...
Fossil Group announced a new licensing agreement with BMW that’ll lead to several new smartwatches entering the market in 2019. Both sides will work together to release the BMW-branded smartwatch through 2023. As expected, Fossil says it’ll release any products from the partnership through its traditional array of retail channels. BMW, too, will offer some units in its 4,000+ car...
The Apple Watch is still the king of smartwatches. A new data report from analytics firm Canalys reveals Apple shipped an estimated 3.5 million Apple Watches worldwide during the second quarter of 2018. The sum signifies a 30-percent growth over the same quarter last year, revealing Apple’s smartwatch is as popular as it has ever been. Though the Apple Watch still reigns supreme, the...
Snap is losing a key executive who was at the helm of its hardware efforts. The departure comes as its Spectacles are still struggling to find mainstream appeal. In a letter to employees, Mark Randall confirmed his exit from the company after a two-year stint. He was leading the Snap Labs team that develops hardware to use with Snap’s software. Aside from smart glasses, this group of...
You’re not the only Gear owner who’s struggling right now. The Gear S Plugin app appears to have taken almost every accessory in the family offline. Following the app’s latest update, users cannot get their Gear smartwatches and phones to connect. It looks like the Gear S3, Gear Sport, and Gear S2 are directly affected. Based on the digging we’ve done so far, those are the confirmed...
The Galaxy Watch should be sold by all four major U.S. carriers later this year. Based on a new FCC filing, Samsung’s upcoming smartwatch will be compatible on each network spanning the nation. The information reveals the Galaxy Watch plays nice with networks belonging to Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint. It wouldn’t be the first time U.S. carriers signed on to sell a Samsung-...
Samsung might’ve realized it shouldn’t drop all the work it put in over the years to create a robust, wearables-focused platform. The upcoming Galaxy Watch will be based on Tizen, according to SamMobile. It’s a bit of a surprise considering the latest rumors have indicated the smartwatch would launch with a very different operating system. The decision appears final as reliable sources...
The Apple Watch is more than a quick way to view notifications. It’s an activity tracker, too. Apple built its smartwatch to focus on health and wellness as much as anything else. That’s why the Cupertino-based company just rolled out a series of TV ads centered around the Activity app. In each spot, a different individual is followed throughout the day. Apple highlights exactly how...