Wearable Technology
Samsung unveils new foldables and watches at Unpacked in London
Samsung has debuted its latest foldable lineup featuring the passport-shaped Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the AI-focused Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Watch 9. The new hardware suite centers on refined display architectures and advanced AI-driven health monitoring.
Garmin unveils CIRQA Smart Band, its first screen-free fitness tracker
Garmin enters the screen-free wearable market with the CIRQA Smart Band, a recovery-focused tracker that provides health data via the Garmin Connect app.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8, and Smart Glasses Incoming
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event features a new foldable strategy with the Z Fold 8 series and the debut of smart glasses integrated with Google Gemini AI.
Samsung teases Galaxy Watch with enhanced battery and AI health features
Samsung has officially teased its upcoming Galaxy Watch lineup, highlighting a shift toward intelligent, AI-driven wellness tracking and improved battery performance.
Scientists develop wearable microneedle sensor to track dopamine levels
Scientists at the Shenyang Institute of Automation have created a microneedle patch for real-time dopamine monitoring, highlighting the distinction between clinical technology and unregulated wellness products.
watchOS 27 beta 3 adds dedicated Siri AI app to Apple Watch
Apple has released watchOS 27 beta 3, which adds a dedicated Siri app for conversational interactions on specific Apple Watch models. The update also includes new HealthKit APIs, interface adjustments, and enhancements to the Find My service.
Sony's Reon Pocket Pro Plus wearable cooling device launches in the US
Sony has introduced its Reon Pocket Pro Plus wearable climate-control device to the U.S. market, which uses thermoelectric cooling to regulate personal temperature. The $259.99 unit includes a sensor tag for automatic adjustments and is scheduled to begin shipping in late July 2026.
Rome launches smart bracelet scheme to protect elderly during heatwaves
Rome is deploying wearable health technology to monitor the vital signs and physical activity of elderly residents to protect them from extreme heatwaves.
Snap faces backlash over design and price of new $2,195 AR glasses
Snap faces backlash following the unveiling of its $2,195 augmented reality glasses, with critics citing aesthetic concerns and a high price point.