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Garmin Speeds Toward Stable Smartwatch Release With New Beta Fixes

Joe Gallop May 22, 2026 No Comments

Garmin is ramping up its smartwatch software rollout pace, releasing another beta update focused less on flashy new tools and more on stability fixes for its premium wearable lineup. The…

Smart Rings And AI Glasses Drive New Phase Of Wearables Growth

April Ossington May 19, 2026 No Comments

The global wearables sector is expected to continue expanding over the next year, although industry momentum is increasingly shifting away from traditional fitness trackers and towards more specialised AI-driven devices.…

JBL Launches Live 780NC And 680NC Headphones with AI-Powered Noise Cancelling

Joe Gallop May 12, 2026 No Comments

JBL has unveiled its latest Live Series headphones in Australia, introducing the new JBL Live 780NC over-ear and Live 680NC on-ear models. The new headphones, which arrive locally on May…

Nothing Refreshes Ear (open) Earbuds with New Blue Colourway

Joe Gallop May 12, 2026 No Comments

London-based brand Nothing has unveiled a new blue version of its Ear (open) wireless earbuds, expanding its open wearable stereo (OWS) range with a fresh design aimed at active users…

‘Mind-Reading’ Hat Can To Turn Thoughts Into Text, Claims Startup

Joe Gallop May 8, 2026 No Comments

A Silicon Valley startup claims it has developed a “mind-reading” beanie capable of turning thoughts into text on a computer screen, without the need for invasive brain implants. The startup,…

Google Kills The Fitbit App, Launches Screenless Fitbit Air

Joe Gallop May 8, 2026 No Comments

Google has unveiled a new AI-powered wearable, the Fitbit Air, a screenless fitness tracker designed to compete with fast-growing rivals such as Whoop and Oura, as Google phases out the…

Indoor Solar Breakthrough Could Power Gadgets Using Household Light

April Ossington May 4, 2026 No Comments

Researchers at the University of Queensland have created a new type of indoor solar panel that could allow small devices to run using nothing more than the light found inside…

Apple Eyes 10 New Product Categories in Major Hardware Push

Joe Gallop April 28, 2026 No Comments

Apple is preparing its biggest hardware expansion in years, with reports suggesting the company is targeting entry into around 10 new product categories under incoming CEO John Ternus. The leadership…

Google Teams With Gucci To Push Smart Glasses Into Luxury

April Ossington April 17, 2026 No Comments

Google is taking a different approach to wearable tech, turning to high-end fashion in an effort to make smart glasses more appealing. The company is reportedly working with Gucci, with…

Ultra-Thin Camera Tech Could Eliminate The Smartphone Camera Bump

April Ossington April 9, 2026 No Comments

A new camera design developed by researchers at KAIST could change how cameras are built into compact devices. The prototype measures less than 1mm thick, addressing the long-standing issue of…