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Hands-on review: The Huawei Watch Fit needs a better workout
Mon, 28th Sep 2020
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Huawei's new Watch Fit falls short on design and functionality, making it a tough competitor against Fitbit and Apple.
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Hands-on review: OPPO Watch 2020 gives Apple a run for its money
Thu, 24th Sep 2020
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OPPO's 2020 smartwatch challenges the dominance of the Apple Watch with its sleek design, impressive performance, and full range of features.
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COVID-19 features to drive smartwatch sales
Tue, 15th Sep 2020
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COVID-19 features in smartwatches are set to boost adoption in Asia Pacific, despite reduced consumer spending, says GlobalData.
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COVID-19 features to further drive smartwatch uptake in APAC
Fri, 11th Sep 2020
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COVID-19 pandemic reduces consumer spending on smartwatches, but advanced features may drive adoption in Asia-Pacific, says GlobalData.
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Fitbit's new products want to help manage your stress levels
Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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Fitbit unveils new smartwatches, including the advanced Fitbit Sense with stress management and heart rate monitoring capabilities.
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OPPO Watch debuts featuring a 'world-first' 3D hyperboloid screen
Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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With OPPO’s growing reputation for style, reliability and innovation, I confidently think they’re onto a winner.
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Research: Wearables market to grow by 137% by 2024
Fri, 14th Aug 2020
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globaldata
COVID-19 has bolstered the global wearables market, driving increased usage and innovation in disease tracking and patient monitoring, according to GlobalData.
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Worldwide smartphone market sees strong growth in first quarter of 2020
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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Despite the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, worldwide smartwatch shipments reached 14.3 million units in the first quarter 2020, up 12% year on year.
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Apple still owns growing wearables market, says GlobalData
Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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While many consumers cannot afford the latest Apple Watch, there is an untapped demand for cheaper smartwatches.
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Wearable payment options sweeping Australia
Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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New research from Bankwest shows that having the option to pay with wearable tech is becoming more appealing than ever.
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Hands-on review: Apple Watch series 5 (Cellular)
Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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No more attaching the phone to your bicep on runs, no more holding the phone on the dance floor because your skinny jeans are too skinny.
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Cellular Apple Watch Series 5 available from Spark today
Fri, 13th Dec 2019
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For $12.99 a month, the One Number Wearable Plan lets users share their primary plan’s minutes and texts and get unlimited data on the watch through an e-sim.
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Hands-on review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Versa 2 upgrades battery life, display, and adds Alexa
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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We look at whether it holds up as the all-day companion for the modern tech-savvy consumer – and that’s a space it does really well in.
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Apple brings always-on display to the Watch Series 5
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Both Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) and (GPS + Cellular) models will be available in stores beginning Friday, 20 September.
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Concerns around smart device privacy continues to grow
Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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smartphones
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A rising 41% of Australians worry smart devices listen in on them, while 28% report unwanted virtual assistant interactions, demanding better privacy laws.
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Fitbit launches Versa 2 with Amazon Alexa, announces new subscription service
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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Fitbit unveils the Versa 2 smartwatch with Amazon Alexa integration, Spotify control, and advanced sleep features, alongside a new subscription service.
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Fossil's smartwatches will let iPhone users make calls
Tue, 6th Aug 2019
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Smartwatch maker Fossil Group might just be trying to edge out Apple’s massive investment in smartwatches like the Apple Watch.
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IDC: Earwear and watches driving wearables market
Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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personal computing devices
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xiaomi
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Smartwatches and ear-worn devices will account for more than 70% of the 200 million wearables shipped by 2023.
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A detailed look at the global wearables market
Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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samsung
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ResearchAndMarkets.com released a new report, providing a comprehensive examination of the state of the wearables market for the next five years.