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Samsung powers up its smartwatch and tablet lineup
Fri, 28th Jul 2023
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Samsung has revealed the latest iterations across its range of Galaxy Devices, alongside the launch of Samsung's foldable smartphones.
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Global shipments of wearable devices to rebound in 2023: IDC
Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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After the market's first-ever contraction in 2022, global shipments of wearables are to reach 442.7 million devices this year, growing 6.3% year over year.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro
Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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This is the 'Pro' model of the GT 3 series and boasts a premium look and feel. The 46mm watch face is made from titanium which really stands out on the wrist.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Watch Fit 2 and Huawei Band 7
Fri, 19th Aug 2022
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Huawei has recently released a fresh line-up of products, and the new Watch Fit 2 and Band 7 are two options for anyone looking at buying a solid, affordable smart watch or fitness tracker in time for summer.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Watch D smart watch
Mon, 15th Aug 2022
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The Huawei Watch D is the latest flagship smart watch from the Chinese tech giant, and it's further proof that the company is more than capable of competing with the likes of Samsung and Apple in the highly competitive wearable market.
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New range of Samsung Smart Watches announced with health focus
Thu, 11th Aug 2022
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smartphones
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wearables
Samsung has announced new additions to its SmartWatch portfolio, with the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro to be released in late August.
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Xreart Studio - Turning old masterpieces into new ones
Wed, 13th Jul 2022
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smartphones
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innovation
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consoles
Xreart now specialises in transforming pre-loved smartphones, smartwatches and handheld game consoles into artistic conversation starters for your office, studio or man cave.
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Tyson Beckford partners with Element Case on new AppleWatch band
Thu, 19th May 2022
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Celebrity Tyson Beckford has collaborated with STM Brands' Element Case brand to create a rugged new accessory.
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Google to enter the smartwatch market with the Google Pixel Watch
Fri, 13th May 2022
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Google has provided a first look at its new Google Pixel Watch, which is set to make an entry into the competitive smartwatch market.
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Moochies Connect Phone Watch to help parents keep track of their kids
Wed, 15th Dec 2021
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“The idea isn’t constant tracking of your child, but rather providing a layer of assurance for those times when a child might test the limits of their freedom."
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Bigger display for new Apple Watch Series 7
Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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Apple has today announced the Apple Watch Series 7, featuring a reengineered Always-On Retina display with significantly more screen area and thinner borders.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Versa 3, the actual star of the smartwatch show
Wed, 25th Nov 2020
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This year Fitbit released the Versa 3, and just like the first two, it did not disappoint. 
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Sense
Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
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This year, Fitbit surprised its fanbase with a brand new watch, the Fitbit Sense. Is it any better than the Versa 2 or 3? Is it worth the new, hefty price tag? 
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Hands-on review: Huawei GT2 Pro - Huawei creates a winner
Tue, 10th Nov 2020
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The GT2 Pro should definitely be considered by anyone looking to get a smart fitness watch.
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Hands-on review: The Huawei Watch Fit needs a better workout
Mon, 28th Sep 2020
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This watch has a couple of seriously good features, but there's a lot of room for improvement.
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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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smartphones
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Up until now, The Apple Watch has been dominating the market. There was simply no Android watch that was as good. This year, OPPO is here to challenge that with their 2020 Android-basedwatch.
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COVID-19 features to drive smartwatch sales
Tue, 15th Sep 2020
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"New age customers are becoming health conscious and preferring devices with advanced features."
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COVID-19 features to further drive smartwatch uptake in APAC
Fri, 11th Sep 2020
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The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to reduced consumer spending in consumer electronics devices, resulting in the low adoption of smartwatches in 2020, according to new figures released by GlobalData.
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Fitbit's new products want to help manage your stress levels
Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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wearables
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Fitbit is rolling out the red carpet for a new set of wearable fitness devices, including a new Versa, Inspire, and an entirely new smartwatch called the Fitbit Sense.
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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
“The pandemic greatly increased the awareness of wearable devices as their use cases increased. This has resulted in an increase in device innovation as more companies race to develop new ways to cash in and help limit the spread of the virus.”
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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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commerce systems
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payment gateways
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contactless payments
New research from Bankwest shows that having the option to pay with wearable tech is becoming more appealing than ever.
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