Sweat-analyzing smartwatch could warn wearers of elevated stress

It’s important for people with conditions such as depression and anxiety to know when they’re becoming stressed, so they can initiate coping strategies. An experimental new smartwatch could someday warn them, by detecting a stress hormone in their swea… Continue reading Sweat-analyzing smartwatch could warn wearers of elevated stress

Smartwatch-based system warns its wearer if they’re getting too hot

Heat stroke is one of those things that can really sneak up on a person, potentially resulting in death if not quickly rectified. A new smartwatch-based system is designed to help, by warning its wearer before it’s too late.Continue ReadingCategory: He… Continue reading Smartwatch-based system warns its wearer if they’re getting too hot

Garmin brings touch to fēnix series rugged smartwatches

After numerous leaks and months of rumor, Garmin has finally pulled back the curtain on the next generation of premium multisport wearables. The fēnix 7 series adds touchscreen interaction, ups the solar charging capabilities and even brings a flashlig… Continue reading Garmin brings touch to fēnix series rugged smartwatches

Garmin puts comms on your wrist with Venu 2 Plus smartwatch

One of our picks for 2021’s best smartwatches – the Venu 2 sports watch – has been treated to a new family member. The Venu 2 Plus GPS offers the same great features set, but comes with a microphone so you can answer calls and chat to a voice assistant… Continue reading Garmin puts comms on your wrist with Venu 2 Plus smartwatch

Xiaomi puts the focus on the camera with 12 Pro smartphone launch

Mobile tech giant Xiaomi has given smartphone photography a boost with the launch of the 12 Pro flagship, which sports a significant bump at the back that’s home to three 50-MP cameras – the main module being built around Sony’s large IMX707 sensor for… Continue reading Xiaomi puts the focus on the camera with 12 Pro smartphone launch

The best smartwatches of 2021

It’s been another bumper year for smartwatches, with manufacturers improving the technology that drives them while cramming in more features and better sensors. Here’s our pick of the best smartwatches of 2021.Continue ReadingCategory: Wearables, Techn… Continue reading The best smartwatches of 2021

EU Commission takes on challenge to improve the cybersecurity of wireless devices

The European Commission has taken action to improve the cybersecurity of wireless devices available on the European market. As mobile phones, smart watches, fitness trackers and wireless toys are more and more present in our everyday life, cyber threat… Continue reading EU Commission takes on challenge to improve the cybersecurity of wireless devices