Wearables Features
Digital Trends’ Tech For Change CES 2023 Awards
Of all the world-changing technologies and innovative ideas on display at CES 2023, these ones impressed us the most.
Style-deprived fitness bands have helped cheap, ugly smartwatches to flourish
Cheap smartwatches, some as little as $40, look tempting, but don't dismiss the humble, equally cheap fitness band just because these days, they have no style.
7 reasons you should spend $150 on a smart face mask. Yes, really
When cloth masks are so cheap, is there a reason to spend $150 on a flashy smart mask? I've been wearing the AirPop Active+ Halo Smart Mask to find out.
We’re into 2021 and the Ticwatch Pro 3 still has no competition in Wear OS world
A new version of the Mobvoi Ticwatch Pro 3 with 4G LTE was recently released, making it a good time to revisit the smartwatch and see if it's still best.
Way more than watches: Where wearables are going
Next-gen wearables will be much more than watches. They'll help us train our bodies, stay healthy, and give us amazing new powers. Here’s what’s coming.
The luxury Porsche Design Huawei Watch GT2 is all about the name
Porsche Design has teamed up with Huawei once again to produce a great looking version of its latest smartwatch. We find out what makes it special.
How to measure blood oxygen using an Apple Watch Series 6
Considering getting an Apple Watch Series 6 to keep tabs on your health? Here's how you can use the watch to monitor blood oxygen levels for health or fitness.
Why aren’t smartphones designed for a woman’s hand size?
As smartphone sizes exploded, more than half of the population was left wondering how they were going to use the new super-sized devices.
Sleep tracking is coming to Apple Watch, but monitoring your sleep is a bad idea
The Apple Watch is adding sleep-tracking features, but wearables have a bad track record for sleep tracking, so we recommend charging overnight instead.
Brainwave-reading temporary tattoos could take wearable tech to the next level
Researchers in Europe have developed electrode-sporting temporary tattoos that may one day be used to read brainwaves. Here's why they could be a game-changer.
Wellness wonder cure or a wonderful Swiss watch? The Teslar watch isn’t both
At first glance, the Teslar Re-Balance T-1 Chrono is a beautiful Swiss-made timepiece most people would be proud to have on their wrist. Look deeper, and it promises wellness benefits to those concerned electromagnetic fields are affecting their lives. We spoke to the company's CEO to find out more.
Honor’s MagicWatch 2 wins at fitness tracking, but fails to set itself apart
The Honor MagicWatch 2 closely resembles the Huawei Watch GT 2 in design and features, yet costs considerably less. Does this make it the smartwatch to buy at the moment? We've been wearing it to find out, and although the fitness tracking is great, the rest of the smartwatch features still need work.
Company uses genetic secrets of your DNA to spur healthier eating, longer life
Can you avoid health problems that are genetic? Using your DNA, it is potentially possible to understand what food and lifestyle choices will minimize the chances of developing those conditions that your body is predisposed to develop. DnaNudge uses a wristband and an app, along with your DNA, to improve your life.
Hardcore Suunto 7 smartwatch takes on Apple Watch in its toughest race yet
Hardcore fitness smartwatch brand Suunto has made the Suunto 7, a new watch that continues its sporting tradition but adds in a lifestyle look and some clever battery-saving technology to make it attractive to new fans. This means the company has to compete with winning smartwatches like the Apple Watch.
The new RAZR is cool, but we can’t forget about Motorola’s biggest design flops
While there’s already an overwhelming rush of optimism for the new Razr, not all of Motorola's ambitious efforts yielded success for the company in the past. While Moto's shown us again that it dares to innovate with bold designs, being first isn't always best, and experiments sometimes fail.
The Honor Band 5 is a cheap answer to the Apple Watch’s lack of sleep tracking
Frustrated by the Apple Watch’s lack of sleep tracking, but love it for everything else? Yes, us too, but we’ve found a solution that doesn’t involve messing around with an app. The Honor Band 5 with TruSleep technology seems to be highly effective, and it can be had for a really cheap price.
Why would Google want to buy Fitbit?
Why would Google want to buy Fitbit? Though Fitbit is a big player in the wearables market, it is struggling to transition from fitness trackers to smartwatches. Google's Wear OS has not given it much of a foothold, and it has smartwatch ambitions. Could this be a marriage made in heaven or a disaster?
The G-Shock Mudmaster may be smaller and lighter, but it’s as extreme as ever
Casio has made its previously imposing G-Shock Mudmaster slimmer, lighter, and altogether more wearable using a new carbon fiber monocoque design, while adding Bluetooth connectivity for activity tracking for good measure. The result is more wearable and more appealing to more people.
Is the Apple Card any better than a regular credit card? We asked an expert
If you’re tempted by the allure of the new Apple Card, which is integrated with the iPhone and comes with a titanium backup card for places that don’t accept Apple Pay, then you may be wondering how it compares to the competition. We spoke to some experts to find out if the Apple Card is worth considering.
The future has arrived. Want proof? Check out these amazing robotic exoskeletons
From Aliens’ Power Loader to the Combat Jackets from Edge of Tomorrow, science fiction is full of amazing assistive robot exosuits that can be worn by humans to increase their capabilities. But real life is fast catching up with sci-fi. Here are some of the most exciting real examples.
Casio’s making a G-Shock smartwatch, and it’s going to be tougher than any other
A Casio G-Shock smartwatch is in development, Casio’s general manager of design, Ryusuke Moriai, tells Digital Trends. The watch is not yet ready for release, but when it does eventually come out, the G-Shock smartwatch will meet the strict standards essential to any timepiece bearing the G-Shock name.
The Nowa Superbe tracks fitness, without looking like it belongs in the gym
The Nowa Superbe is not a hybrid smartwatch, as it doesn’t deliver notifications, and is instead a basic fitness tracker wearing its best party outfit, for those who hate the idea of wearing a fitness tracker that looks like it really only belongs in the gym. We've worn it for a few days to see how it performs.
The promise and pitfalls of using robots to care for the elderly
There's something dystopian about the idea of a future in which robots care for the elderly. But is this something we should really fight against? A number of new projects show that a future of caregiving robots and artificial intelligence may be just what the doctor ordered.
