I dropped my phone and only used my smartwatch for a week… it was mostly liberating.

by dbadmin | Feb 2, 2025 | Apple, Apple Watch, Features, smartwatches, Wearables

Shortly after moving into my first apartment, I received a package from home. Unfurling the brown paper within, I uncovered a simple, cream-colored coffee mug with the words “Call your mother.” My aversion to chatting had been noted and was unacceptable to the woman...

Apple settles Apple Watch battery lawsuit, and here’s how to claim your payout

by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2025 | Apple, Apple Watch, News

Apple has agreed to a $20 million settlement in response to a class-action lawsuit alleging Apple Watch battery swell damage. Apple Watch First Generation, Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3 models are potentially affected. Claimants can expect to receive about $20 per...

Apple sued over toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in Apple Watch bands (Updated: Official statement)

by dbadmin | Jan 24, 2025 | Apple, Apple Watch, News, smartwatches, Wearables

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority A lawsuit has been filed against Apple after a study found high concentrations of toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in its watch bands. The suit targets the Apple Watch’s Sport, Ocean, and Nike Sport bands. These chemicals can build...

Apple taken to court over toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in Apple Watch bands

by dbadmin | Jan 23, 2025 | Apple, Apple Watch, News, smartwatches, Wearables

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority A lawsuit has been filed against Apple after a study found high concentrations of toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in its watch bands. The suit targets the Apple Watch’s Sport, Ocean, and Nike Sport bands. These chemicals build up...

Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 could be a boon for users suffering from hypertension

by dbadmin | Jan 13, 2025 | Apple Watch, Health, News, smartwatches, Wearables

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority The Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 will reportedly detect and alert users about high blood pressure. Apple’s upcoming rugged smartwatch could exclusively offer 5G RedCap and satellite connectivity. 2025’s Apple Watch SE 3...

An Android phone maker just topped Apple in wearables (and it’s not Samsung)

by dbadmin | Dec 18, 2024 | Apple Watch, Huawei, News, smartwatches

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority According to the latest IDC data, global shipments of wrist-worn devices dipped slightly compared to last year. HUAWEI has overtaken Apple to become the top brand in overall wrist-worn shipments. While smartwatch shipments...