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Cool Pixel Watch features keep trickling in from the Wear OS 6 dev code

Wear OS 6 is already public, but there are some unrevealed features in the developer preview that have us intrigued, like adaptive charging.

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You need a fitness reboot this summer. Your smartwatch has the tools you need.

I walk through everything you should do in June, July, and August to rekindle your workouts and health goals, using your smartwatch.

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New leak may have revealed major spec of Samsung’s Android XR Headset

Some specs of Samsung's alleged XR headset showed up on Geekbench with information about its core processors.

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People have waited years for a 'Garmin sleep band.' Will Garmin get it right?

A "Garmin sleep band" would fill a niche that long-time Garmin watch owners have waited years for, but will Garmin emulate Whoop in the worst ways?

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I put Garmin Trails and May update features to the test; they have room for improvement

Garmin Trails tries to challenge dedicated apps like AllTrails and Komoot, and while the tools are there, it has early pain points.

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The Forerunner 570 & 970 have made Garmin's tiered strategy clearer than ever

Garmin will continue to restrict features to prop up its flagships, no matter how much mid-tier watches like the Forerunner 570 cost.

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The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED is a pretty face on a classic experience

Despite the AMOLED face lift, the Instinct 3 remains the niche option for adventurers who care more about battery life than smarts.

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COROS's charging adapter is a neat solution to the smartwatch charging cable problem

We'd love Qi2 to become the smartwatch charging norm; until then, this is the next-best solution we've seen.

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Garmin's post-tariff strategy could include pricier watches and cutbacks

Garmin's plan to "mitigate" tariffs is a perfect example of how Big Tech in general will change products to keep shareholders happy.

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New leak suggests Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 could launch this year

Samsung could allegedly launch the next Galaxy Ultra Watch along with its foldables this summer.

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How to enable Loss of Pulse Detection on the Google Pixel Watch 3

Loss of Pulse Detection on Google Pixel Watch 3 is one of the latest features to launch on the smartwatch, and it could literally save your life.

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First nine things to do with the Google Pixel 9a

The Google Pixel 9a is a straightforward phone to use, but there are plenty of settings you should change to get the most out of your experience.

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Galaxy vs. Pixel Watch: The battle of the faces

I looked in-depth at how Samsung and Google's default watch faces compare, and it tells a surprising amount about their design approach.

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Strava's AI Performance Predictions offer a grounded alternative to Garmin's Race Predictor

I compared Strava's new race predictions against Garmin's race widget, and the differences between them are telling.

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Second April Wear OS 5.1 update 'resolves' bad step algorithm issues

Google's second update this month will finally align November, March, and April update users onto one version that fixes a key accuracy issue.

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AR running glasses aren't there yet, but the future is almost here

These particular glasses are imperfect, but don't be surprised if Meta, Google, and others try to tempt runners and cyclists with AR glasses soon.

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Make sure your smartwatch calorie burn is accurate with this scientific calculator

Different smartwatch brands calculate burned calories from workouts very inconsistently. This scientific tool gives you exact data.

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Is Google's new step count algorithm any good? I put the Pixel Watch 3 to the test

Google's new step algorithm is designed for "challenging situations" where a watch normally can't track movement. Here's how it does in real life.

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Polar follows Garmin's lead as 'optional' subscriptions becomes the new normal

Polar is the latest expensive fitness watch brand to add a subscription, and we probably won't have any sub-free smartwatches soon.

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Google Pixel 9a launch live blog: review, camera comparisons, deals, and more

The Google Pixel 9a is here and we're reacting to all the reviews and telling you everything we think about the phone. Follow along!

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Google Pixel 9a review: The Energizer Pixel

The Pixel 9a has cutbacks to on-device AI, cameras, and charging that you'll gladly accept in exchange for its epic battery life and $300 discount.

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Testing the Garmin HRM 200 and Polar H10 convinced me I was (mostly) too harsh on chest straps

If you're not hypersensitive to tight devices, a chest strap is unquestionably better than your current smartwatch.

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Rumored Galaxy Watch 8 Classic would need to channel Samsung's 'Pro' legacy to stay relevant

It looks all but certain a Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is coming, but Samsung's alternating schedule leaves a gap that it should fix.

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Garmin Connect Plus in-depth hands-on: Much more than an AI, unfortunately

The Garmin Connect Plus AI is a harmless novelty, but there are some vital tools behind the paywall that will upset long-time Garmin fans used to free software.

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Google Pixel 9a finally gets a launch date after 'component quality issue'

Google sets a date for when the Pixel 9a will show up in stores.

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