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CMF Watch 3 Pro Review: Subtle changes, big value
Now in its third iteration, CMF's budget-friendly smartwatch has taken away a key feature and replaced it with some sensible upgrades
News
Samsung Galaxy Ring user hospitalised and denied flight with swollen battery scare
A YouTuber's nightmare journey from the Snapdragon Summit is Samsung's latest battery misdemeanour and puts a question mark over all smart rings
Reviews
Huawei Watch Fit 4 review: Budget smartwatch with outdoor appeal
One of the best cheap smartwatches gets new features including full offline maps, new health tracking insights and richer watch face support
Feature
7-day smartwatch battery life is coming… but you'll have to wait, says Qualcomm
In an interview with Tech Advisor, Qualcomm's Vice President of Wearables revealed when week-long Wear OS battery life will become a reality
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Smart glasses are the future of AI, says Google
Google Glass is about to make a comeback, just in a slightly different format. Will you be embracing the smart glasses trend?
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Apple Watch Ultra 3: Key upgrades, full pricing and where to buy
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is official, and if you're tempted to upgrade to Apple's latest flagship wearable, here's all you need to know
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Apple Watch Series 11: Key upgrades and full pricing revealed, available now
Launched with the iPhone 17 and two other new smartwatches, the Series 11 brings various improvements, yet gets cheaper for some
Reviews
Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro review: Sleek and sporty with bags of stamina
The Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro is a smartwatch with improved battery life and new sports and wellbeing features, at a cheaper price than 'Ultra' rivals
News
Huawei's new flagship smartwatches blow the Apple Watch Series 11 battery life out of the water
The Huawei Watch GT6 and GT6 Pro have been announced with a massively increased battery capacity and new health-tracking features
News
The Garmin Venu 4 has arrived to take down the Apple Watch Series 11
The Venu 4 comes to the smartwatch market with a new design, including flash light, as well as a range of new health and fitness features
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Apple Watch SE 3: Available now, several key upgrades but no price rise
The Watch SE 3 is the most affordable route into Apple's 2025 smartwatch lineup, yet it has plenty in common with the Series 11 and Ultra 3
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Tech Advisor’s Best of IFA 2025 Awards
One of the big three tech shows on the calendar, IFA 2025 is here and we've found the best and most interesting new devices on display
News
Latest Pixel Drop has an Android 16 overhaul for older Google phones
September's Pixel Drop adds Material 3 Expressive Android 16 UI revamp to older Pixel phones
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Apple's iPhone 17 event is just ahead. Here's everything we're expecting
Apple's launch event on 9 September is imminent: the iPhone 17, Apple Watch 11 and more are likely to be announced
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Garmin just stole the Apple Watch Ultra 3's thunder with its new smartwatch
Garmin has just unveiled its latest addition to the Fenix 8 series, boasting some seriously flagship features that'll have Apple Watch Ultra users feeling a bit envious
Opinion
I'm a Google Pixel fan, but 3 devices are still on my wishlist
I hope someone at Google is reading this and taking notes because these would add a lot of value to the Pixel ecosystem. I would buy them all
News
Don't miss live coverage of Google's Pixel launch – phones, watches and one big Android innovation
We outline everything Pixel fans need to know about the annual Google hardware event, and deliver real-time coverage of the announcement with our Pixel 10 live blog and live stream
Opinion
The Samsung Galaxy Watch needs more Fitbit power, like the Google Pixel Watch 4
Why a Samsung Galaxy Watch with Fitbit-powered fitness and health tracking would be a good thing
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Review: A solid albeit unexciting smartwatch
The Galaxy Watch 8 shows that Samsung still knows how to make a very competent smartwatch, but is that enough with tough competition?
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I'm excited for the Pixel Watch 4, but one thing is still bugging me
There's not much left to learn about Google's new Android smartwatch but a subtle change might make for an unwanted eye-sore, despite its benefits
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic review: Stuck in the middle
Many fans will be rejoicing at the return of Samsung's rotating bezel smartwatch, but the 2025 Classic turns out to be an awkward combination of things
Reviews
Garmin Venu X1 Review: A truly modern fitness smartwatch
The Garmin Venu X1 charts a new path for the iconic brand, doing away with outdated designs and embracing a more direct approach to compete with Apple
News
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel Watch 4 could be seriously delayed
According to a new report, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 4, and Pixel Buds 2a could all be delayed by weeks
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series: Everything you need to know
Two new Galaxy Watch 8 models are now official, including the return of the Classic. Let's take a look at these 2025 Samsung smartwatches
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Pixel Watch 4 leaked and new charging system is a blessing and a curse
A similar design was expected, but moving the charging results in some benefits while simultaneously confirming a much-wanted upgrade won't happen
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Our favourite cheap smartwatch just got replaced with a surprise new model
Nothing has announced a new and improved budget smartwatch, the CMF Watch Pro 3, with new health and fitness features
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One of my favourite smartwatches is coming back, and it’s not from Google or Samsung
Sorry Galaxy Watch 8, sorry Pixel Watch 4, this is now the smartwatch I'm most excited about in 2025
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OnePlus’ new charging cable puts Apple and Google to shame
I wish every charging cable was like this new OnePlus piece of genius
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Google’s Pixel Watch 4 battery life fix may only be half a solution
The Pixel Watch 4 may only go half way in improving its stamina, with reports of a larger battery but the same inefficient processor
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Pixel Watch could finally catch up with Samsung in 2026 – but there’s a catch
Qualcomm could finally be set to offer a competitive smartwatch chip in 2026, but it seems Samsung has the edge
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Google’s July Pixel Drop only adds 3 new features, but 1 is a big upgrade
July Pixel Drop is no surprise, but it does have some cool stuff
Feature
The 5 tech travel essentials I can’t live without
The items that help me get to my destination with the minimum amount of stress, then allow me to have the best experience possible
Reviews
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is a cheaper Ultra and I'm here for it
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic bringing back its smartwatch with a rotating bezel and I've seen it in the flesh
News
There is no Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2… yet
Eager fans were expecting a new generation of outdoor smartwatch at Samsung Unpacked July, but we got something a lot less exciting instead
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Everything we know so far
Unpacked brought with it a new Galaxy Watch Ultra but not the 2nd-generation fans were hoping for
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 hands-on: Slimmer, faster and more precise
It has a new look and a slimmer profile, but what else can it do? I've taken the latest Samsung smartwatch for a test drive
News
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Real-time updates as new Fold, Flip & Watch launch
Samsung will announce the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Watch 8 and Ultra 2 on 9 July. Join Tech Advisor editors for the Galaxy Unpacked live stream, and follow our live blog and real-time expert analysis of the event as it unfolds.
Best Picks
Best kids’ headphones: Tried and tested
How to choose the best kids' headphones. Essential tech tips for parents: protection, design, comfort and noise
News
Huge leak hints Meta will rival Google with new smart glasses – and may launch sooner
A large batch of materials for Meta's high-end smart glasses have leaked online, suggesting a launch could be imminent
Opinion
The Nothing Headphone (1) is totally bizarre in the best kind of way
Nothing’s first over-ear headphones make every other pair I’ve used look boring, and I love them for it. It's not style over substance, either
Reviews
Xiaomi Smart Band 10 review: Still the best budget fitness tracker
The latest generation of Xiaomi's fitness tracker now adds a new ceramic edition, a bigger display and new sports tracking features. The Smart Band 10 is the cheap fitness tracker to beat in 2025
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OnePlus just fixed our biggest problem with the Watch 3
If the OnePlus Watch is too big for you, we have good news. A new model is coming in July, along with four other new devices
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 release timeline 'confirmed'
Unlike the Apple Watch Series X, the Ultra has not yet established a regular model cycle but the long wait for a new model might be nearly over
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Bad news for Galaxy Watch users – Samsung could start charging for health features
After years of offering its extensive fitness features for free, Samsung could be looking to charge a subscription fee
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7/Flip 7 release date might be confirmed
A series of Galaxy Health events might just indicate when the next Samsung Unpacked event will take place
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OnePlus Nord 5 launch date is confirmed, and it's happening very soon
The mid-range Nord 5 will be joined by a cheaper phone, budget tablet, wireless earbuds and a new smartwatch size, with key specs already revealed
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Craig Federighi's 9 funniest moments from Apple's WWDC events
WWDC 2025 is underway. To celebrate, we've rounded up some of the best skits from Apple executive Craig Federighi across the years
Opinion
I wish Wear OS smartwatches had this great Garmin feature to tackle jet lag
Jat lag is an annoying hassle and it's time Google-powered smartwatches adopted this excellent Garmin tech to combat the symptoms
Reviews
Amazfit Bip 6 review: Budget smartwatch gets AMOLED upgrade
The best smartwatch you can buy under £100/$100? The Amazfit Bip 6 gives it a great shot with a large punchy screen, long battery life and plenty of features
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