Wearable technology features

In-depth, expert analysis of the world of wearable tech. Where it's going and what it means.

Garmin Vivoactive 5 rumors

Garmin Vivoactive 5 rumors

What to expect from Garmin's next Vivoactive
Fitbit Charge 5 v Fitbit Charge 4

Fitbit Charge 5 v Fitbit Charge 4

How Fitbit's flagship fitness tracker compares to its predecessor
Smartwatch timeline

Smartwatch timeline

From 1927 to 2021 - here are the 19 most important smartwatches in history
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 v Watch 3

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 v Watch 3

How Samsung's new Wear OS watch matches up to its Tizen one
Wear OS 3 first impressions

Wear OS 3 first impressions

There's still a lot we don't know about Google and Samsung's big smartwatch play
How to keep fitness tracking discreet

How to keep fitness tracking discreet

We pick the wearables that won't put your monitoring on show
How to use WhatsApp on Samsung smartwatches

How to use WhatsApp on Samsung smartwatches

Use the messaging service on your Galaxy Watch or Watch Active 2
Living with the Gatorade Gx smart patch

Living with the Gatorade Gx smart patch

Can a smart patch help you make better decisions about your hydration?
The A - Z of wearable tech

The A - Z of wearable tech

All the wearable tech terms you need to know and a few you’ll wish you didn’t
How to back up and restore the Apple Watch

How to back up and restore the Apple Watch

We explain what data is stored and how you can access it
'Wearables have been plagued with snake oil'

'Wearables have been plagued with snake oil'

Whoop CTO John Capodilupo talks about emulating Nike
​How to change Garmin goals

​How to change Garmin goals

Turn your Garmin device into a motivator (if goals motivate you)
​How to connect Garmin and Strava

​How to connect Garmin and Strava

Get the best of both worlds and maximise every workout
Apple Watch alarm guide

Apple Watch alarm guide

Discover the details behind waking up from the wrist, timers and Nightstand Mode
Apple VP Kevin Lynch talks Apple Watch

Apple VP Kevin Lynch talks Apple Watch

We speak to Apple VP Kevin Lynch about what makes the Apple Watch tick
How to change Fitbit goals

How to change Fitbit goals

Temper your tracker's expectations with this quick guide
How to update your Fitbit

How to update your Fitbit

Make sure your tracker is packing the latest features
Essential Mi Band 6 tips and hidden features

Essential Mi Band 6 tips and hidden features

How to get the most of out of your Xiaomi fitness tracker
How to use Google Pay on Wear OS

How to use Google Pay on Wear OS

Want to start buying things with your Wear OS smartwatch? Here's how to do it
Fitbit Luxe v Fitbit Inspire 2

Fitbit Luxe v Fitbit Inspire 2

Which Fitbit slim tracker should you go for? We compare the features and designs
​AR and wearables in 2021

​AR and wearables in 2021

We were promised augmented reality super specs
Huawei Watch 3 v Apple Watch Series 6

Huawei Watch 3 v Apple Watch Series 6

We compare Apples and Huaweis
Huawei Watch 3 v Huawei Watch GT 2 series

Huawei Watch 3 v Huawei Watch GT 2 series

How much do you gain from going for Huawei's first true HarmonyOS watch?
How to use Google Fit

How to use Google Fit

Our guide to getting up and running with Google's fitness ecosystem
Best smartwatches in India

Best smartwatches in India

Our selections for the standout smartwatches to grab
Ultimate guide to Wear OS features

Ultimate guide to Wear OS features

We explain what it is, which watches use it and much more
Garmin Venu 2 v Apple Watch Series 6

Garmin Venu 2 v Apple Watch Series 6

Do you go Garmin or Apple? We help you decide
Garmin Venu 2 v Venu v Vivoactive 4

Garmin Venu 2 v Venu v Vivoactive 4

We break down how Garmin's smartwatch trio match up
Uncovered: Apple’s AR glasses plans

Uncovered: Apple’s AR glasses plans

Everything you need to know about Apple's smart glasses project
Essential Wear OS apps – tested

Essential Wear OS apps – tested

Supercharge your wrist with this selection of must-have apps
Apple Watch mask unlock lands

Apple Watch mask unlock lands

watchOS 7.4 update brings handy new feature
Xiaomi Mi Band 6 v Amazfit Band 5

Xiaomi Mi Band 6 v Amazfit Band 5

Which budget fitness tracker should you have on your wrist?
Fitbit Luxe v Fitbit Charge 4

Fitbit Luxe v Fitbit Charge 4

How Fitbit's new fitness tracker matches up to its flagship one
Must try Samsung Galaxy Watch apps

Must try Samsung Galaxy Watch apps

Adorn your new Samsung smartwatch with this choice selection
Xiaomi Mi Band 6 v Mi Band 5

Xiaomi Mi Band 6 v Mi Band 5

How the new Mi Band compares to the old
Samsung Health: The ultimate guide

Samsung Health: The ultimate guide

How to make the most of Samsung's health and fitness app
Xiaomi Mi Watch v Huawei Watch GT 2e

Xiaomi Mi Watch v Huawei Watch GT 2e

Do you go sporty Huawei or Xiaomi smartwatch? Here's our take.
Xiaomi Mi Watch v Amazfit GTR 2e

Xiaomi Mi Watch v Amazfit GTR 2e

How the affordable Xiaomi and Amazfit smartwatches match up
Xiaomi Mi Watch v Mi Watch Lite

Xiaomi Mi Watch v Mi Watch Lite

How the two Xiaomi smartwatches match up
How to update your Samsung smartwatch

How to update your Samsung smartwatch

A step-by-step guide to making sure your Samsung watch has the latest features
Best fitness apps for top wearables

Best fitness apps for top wearables

Try these fitness apps on your wearables
How to take a SpO2 reading on Apple Watch

How to take a SpO2 reading on Apple Watch

Step-by-step guide on measuring blood oxygen levels on an Apple smartwatch