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wearables

  1. Android News

    Some are hoping for OEMs to help change the game with the Android Wear 2.0 release

    The editors at Android Central have compiled a list of features they would like to see once Android Wear 2.0 is released. However, the list mainly is comprised of changes that can be made by the OEMs.
  2. Android News

    DEAL: Save more than $50 on the new Samsung Gear S3 Frontier

    Amazon currently has the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier smartwatch on sale for $299, a savings of 15% ($50.99).
  3. Android News

    110 Fitbit employees will be jobless due to disappointing Q4 results

    Fitbit has announced that 110 of its employees will no longer have a job due to the company's disappointing Q4 performance. The internal reorganization is intended to reduce costs.
  4. Android News

    FitBit's workforce may be cut by 5-10% due to slow sales in Q4

    FitBit is expected to announce job cuts after its Q4 earnings call today. The cuts could affect 80 to 160 jobs, totaling 10% of the company's workforce. The cuts would allow FitBit to save $200 million in annual operating costs.
  5. Android News

    The LG Watch Style is rumored to be priced at $249

    A new rumor claims that the upcoming LG Watch Style will be priced at $249.
  6. Android News

    Withings Steel HR review says that it's classy but inconsistent

    Ars Technica has published its full review of the Withings Steel HR and claims that it's "classy on the outside" but "inconsistent on the inside". The pros of the wearable include an elegant design, great battery life, and a large list of trackable activity categories. The negative points...
  7. Android News

    These connected smartwatches have batteries that last 2 years

    Kronaby is a new brand of connected smartwatches which provide a traditional watch experience while giving some extra features by connecting to your smartphone. However, the company is claiming that the batteries on these watches will last for at least 2 years before they need to be replaced.
  8. Android News

    Samsung may be working on a "Gear Fit Pro"

    Samsung has filed a trademark for one "Gear Fit Pro." The name would seem to suggest a souped up a fitness tracker is on the way, but there are no details at this time.
  9. Android News

    HTC suggests they don't have plans to release an Android watch

    HTC's President decided to comment on recent murmurings of an Android Wear watch after photos of an HTC-branded watch surfaced. The company says they're not going to have an Android watch, at least not in the short term, which seems to imply that the leaked watch was an early prototype.
  10. Android News

    SK Telecom launches Gear S3 Classic LTE

    SK Telecom is now carrying the Gear S3 Classic with LTE. The watches are largely the same compared to other LTE variants, only they have SK's exclusive watch faces.
  11. Android News

    Huawei Watch 2 to add cellular connectivity

    Evan Blass reports that Huawei is preparing the Huawei Watch 2. The biggest addition the company wants to make is cellular connectivity. We also learn that it might be here as soon as February.
  12. Android News

    New pictures of HTC's Android Wear smartwatch have appeared

    HTC's rumored Android Wear smartwatch, codenamed Halfbeak, has appeared in new images and shows off the design.
  13. Android News

    Misfit Phase review states that hybrid smartwatches may replace activity trackers

    Valentina from Ars Technica has published the full review of the Misfit Phase smartwatch and states the basic design combined with smartwatch capabilities could help the new wearable to replace basic activity trackers.
  14. Android News

    Huawei isn’t discontinuing its ladies’ smartwatch after all

    Despite initial reports claiming that Huawei was discontinuing the Huawei Watch Elegant and Jewel, Huawei has confirmed that the company is in the process of replenishing inventory "after a busy holiday season".
  15. Android News

    A new LG smartwatch passes through the FCC

    A new LG smartwatch has passed through the FCC but there is no information regarding the new smartwatch other than the round display.
  16. Android News

    Samsung plans to increase focus on wearable healthcare devices

    After the conclusion of CES 2017, Samsung has made a decision to focus more on wearable healthcare devices than robots after the company deemed the robot technology is still premature.
  17. Android News

    Snapchat Spectacles review states its the best way to Snapchat

    Mr. Mobile took the Snapchat Spectacles to CES 2017 and states that the wearable is the best way to use Snapchat and feels natural.
  18. Android News

    The Samsung Gear S3 launches in India

    Samsung has launched the Samsung Gear S3 in India and the smartwatch will be available starting on January 18th.
  19. Android News

    Fitbit purchases another smartwatch OEM

    Fitbit has been rumored to be working on its own smartwatch and it seems that may be turning into a reality after Fitbit purchased Vector Watches.
  20. Android News

    How To: Use your Samsung Gear S3 with an iPhone

    Now that Samsung has officially added iOS support to the Samsung Gear S3, the folks at SamMobile put together a tutorial on how to set everything up.
  21. Android News

    Here are some of the best bands for the Samsung Gear Fit 2

    Now that the Samsung Gear Fit 2 has been available for some time, Marc from Android Central takes a look at some of the best replacement bands for the wearable.
  22. Android News

    New wearables from Boltt were unveiled at CES 2017

    Boltt introduced a series of smart wearables that are controlled with an AI-enabled mobile application at CES 2017. These accessories include connected shoes, stride sensors, and fitness trackers.
  23. Android News

    Deal: Get a free Samsung Gear Fit 2 when you buy a Samsung Galaxy S7 edge

    Samsung is kicking off 2017 by giving away the Gear Fit 2 to anyone who buys the Galax yS7 edge. When you purchased the smartphone from Samsung directly, you can add the Gear Fit 2 directly to your cart for free. However, you can also get the fitness tracker for free if you purchase the phone...
  24. Android News

    Hands-on with the Casio WSD-F20 says its finally the real deal

    PocketNow went hands-on with the new Casio WSD-F20 Android Wear smartwatch at CES 2017 and states the watch has everything but the kitchen sink. The Android Wear 2.0 update adds a lot of new features to make the watch more useful.
  25. Android News

    The Samsung Gear S3 will be coming to India on January 10th

    Samsung has started sending press invitations for an event India that is scheduled for January 10th. The company is expected to launch the Gear S3 Classic and Gear S3 Frontier smartwatches in India.