These are the Google, Samsung, and Apple watch straps that contain “forever chemicals”

by dbadmin | Jan 18, 2025 | fitness trackers, Guides, smartwatches

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Your smartwatch is a handy companion for tracking steps, monitoring your heart rate, and even reminding you to drink more water. But while it’s working to make you healthier, the band it’s strapped to might be doing the...

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...

First 25% price drop on the excellent TicWatch Atlas

by dbadmin | Jan 7, 2025 | Deals, News, smartwatches, TicWatch

Credit: Rushil Agrawal / Android Authority We were mightily impressed with the Mobvoi TicWatch Atlas when we tried it out, but we expected to have to wait a bit longer to get a significant price drop on it. The smartwatch only hit the market a few months ago, and the...

The new Amazfit Active 2 is budget smartwatch for the fashion-conscious wearer

by dbadmin | Jan 7, 2025 | Amazfit, CES 2025, News, smartwatches

Credit: Amazfit The new Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch has launched in the US, starting at $99.99. The wearable features a round AMOLED display, support for offline maps, NFC for contactless payments, and upgraded health sensors. The Active 2 also brings over 160 sports...

Wear OS smartwatches could soon get another life-saving feature (APK teardown)

by dbadmin | Jan 6, 2025 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Wear OS, News, smartwatches

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Wear OS smartwatches may soon get earthquake alerts via a Google Play Services update. This feature would be handy for cellular smartwatch users who leave their phones behind. The earthquake alerts system uses crowdsourced...

Samsung may soon let you control your TV with smartwatch gestures (APK teardown)

by dbadmin | Jan 5, 2025 | Authority Insights, News, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Watch, smartwatches

Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Samsung appears to be working on a “Pointer Mode” feature for Wear OS. The feature would allow you to control your TV through your smartwatch with specific gestures. You’ll be able to activate Pointer Mode by shaking your...