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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Apple set to skip iOS 19, and it actually makes a lot of sense
According to a new report, Apple will ditch iOS 19 in favour of iOS 26, which isn't as strange as it sounds
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic design isn’t so innovative after all
Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic have leaked, revealing a familiar design
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Meta should be worried about Google's new Android XR smart glasses
At the tail end of Google I/O the company confirmed that its Android XR partnership with Samsung now extends beyond Project Moohan to a pair of smart glasses
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When is Google I/O 2025 and what to expect?
Google's annual developer conference starts today and we're expecting big announcements for Android 16, Gemini AI, XR and more
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The Moto Watch Fit is a missed opportunity for Motorola
Motorola’s return to smartwatches could've been a really exciting moment. Instead, it feels frustratingly underwhelming
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A new Galaxy Ring rival is here, but no one was expecting this
The last wearable we reviewed from this tech brand was the Liquid Leap+ a decade ago, and now it wants to take on Samsung and Oura out of nowhere
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Goodbye, Apple Watch. I can't live without this rival smartwatch
My new favourite smartwatch has an incredible health feature that even the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is missing, yet it costs less than half the price
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Huawei Watch 5 taps into more health stats than ever before
The Huawei Watch 5 has been officially unveiled with a new side-mounted health sensor and is also joined by the new Huawei Watch Fit 4 and Fit 4 Pro
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Plot twist – Google's new Android design language is already appearing on Pixel Watches
Google's Material 3 Expressive design language as already started appearing on Wear OS for some Pixel Watch users
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Wear OS 6 will make your smartwatch look better and last longer
Google's upcoming new smartwatch operating system will closely match Android 16 for look and feel, plus improve performance
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Prepare for AI everywhere – Google Gemini is coming to a lot more devices very soon
Google has revealed that its Gemini AI assistant is coming to wearables, cars, TVs and more. The end of the Assistant seems nigh
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One UI 8 Watch details leak as Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 gets more official
Samsung's One UI 8 Watch smartwatch OS has leaked, while the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 has appeared in FCC certification
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Future Samsung Galaxy phones could get a major audio upgrade
Samsung's Harman subsidiary is to purchase several major audio brands, including Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Polk, and Marantz
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Oura Ring 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Ring: Which is the best smart ring?
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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Samsung may skip One UI 7 altogether for these Galaxy devices
Reports suggest that Samsung will skip straight from One UI 6 Watch to One UI 8 Watch
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Samsung drops tantalising teasers for its 2025 Galaxy lineup
In its latest earnings call, Samsung covered the Galaxy Tab S11, Watch 8, S25 Edge and more
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is confirmed
Fresh leaks concerning the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 seem to confirm that we're dealing with two smartwatches
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Wear OS 6 is coming to Samsung Galaxy Watches – say bye to Google Assistant as we know it
The first beta version of Wear OS 6 may just have shown its head, but Google Assistant looks unlikely to make the cut
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Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses are about to get smarter – in more ways than one
Meta has announced new frames and AI features for its Ray-Ban Meta glasses
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Pixel Watch update fixes broken and missing Wear OS 5.1
Google is rolling out WearOS 5.1 to all Pixel Watch users, with fixes for some high profile issues
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April’s Pixel Drop only has one new feature, but it's very cool
Gemini Live just became far more interactive in the latest update, and it's free if you have one of the latest Pixel smartphones
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Meta smart glasses could follow Meta Quest's lead in this key area
Meta's new smart glasses will apparently be driven by Android, while it'll pack a wristband controller in the box
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Oura Advisor now giving smart ring users AI health advice
Oura has made its Advisor AI chatbot available to its smart ring users
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The Galaxy Ring 2 could tell you if your coffee's too hot to drink
The latest patents for the upcoming Galaxy Ring reveal that the device could have some very clever features
Opinion
TCL RayNeo Air 3S hands-on: A 200-inch TV on your face
Trialling the upcoming RayNeo Air 3S at Mobile World Congress 2025 gave me a glimpse of the next generation of remote working and gaming on the go
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Retro-inspired watch pays tribute to iconic Technics SL-1200
If you want your surroundings to immediately understand that you prefer the analogue sound of vinyl to digital music – then this is the watch for you!
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Meta's new Ray-Ban smart glasses are a limited edition with Coperni
The frames will be in transparent plastic but otherwise they're functionally the same
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Pixel Watch update brings Android 15 to some and new features to all
Google has issued the March Pixel Drop for Pixel Watches, and it includes Android 15
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Tecno's AI glasses make Apple's cancellation even more baffling
Apple has reportedly shelved its smart glasses project, yet other brands show just how much potential the product category has
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Everything new in the March 2025 Pixel Drop update
There's a bumper amount of new features for Pixel smartphone and smartwatch users in the latest software upgrade from Google
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OnePlus Watch 3 update plans aren't quite as terrible as feared
OnePlus has clarified its Watch 3 update policy, and there's good and bad news
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Tech Advisor’s Best of MWC 2025 Awards
Mobile World Congress is a highlight on the tech calendar and this year's show has produced plenty of amazing products
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Everything Xiaomi announced at MWC 2025
After several months of waiting, Xiaomi has finally officially launched its latest devices globally – after a limited release in China
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Apple is trying to save the Vision Pro, but I don't buy it
Will AI features be enough to make Apple's expensive mixed reality headset a success? Not for me, it won't
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