Conor Allison

2 weeks ago | wareable.com | Conor Allison

Garmin adds a new tier to its smartwatch lineup—this time going after the 'Ultra' users. Garmin has unveiled the Venu X1, an all-new $799/£679 square-cased smartwatch that directly challenges the Ultra offerings from Apple and Samsung. Available from 18 June, the launch marks the most significant update to its smartwatch lineup since the Venu 3 was released in 2023.

2 weeks ago | wareable.com | Conor Allison

Everything you need to know about the watchOS 26 update—compatibility, new features, and more. Apple has pulled back the curtain on watchOS 26, the latest major update to its smartwatch platform, at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025. The latest upgrade for the Apple Watch introduces a transparent new design language called ‘Liquid Glass,’ an AI-powered ‘Workout Buddy’, and a host of new features designed to make the watch a more personal companion.

3 weeks ago | wareable.com | Conor Allison

Following their unveiling in February, fresh details emerge about the research-focused glasses. Adding more details to the Aria Gen 2 smart glasses it teased back in February, Meta has released comprehensive technical specifications for its research-focused glasses, showcasing upgrades in on-device processing, wearability, and sensor technology.

3 weeks ago | wareable.com | Conor Allison

Polar has officially announced the launch of the Grit X2, an outdoor sports watch designed to offer premium features in a smaller and more accessible package than its flagship Grit X2 Pro. Five years on from the original Grit X release, the second-gen watch arrives at £399/€479.90. It integrates Polar’s advanced biosensing technology, navigation tools, and specialized training features, while also featuring the 4.0 version of the brand’s operating system.

3 weeks ago | wareable.com | Conor Allison

Another week, another leak of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic. This time, details have emerged regarding the case size options (or lack thereof) and color options of the upcoming smartwatch. Notably, the revived Galaxy Watch 8 Classic model is expected to be available in only one size, although it’s not clear from WinFuture’s latest report what this size will actually be.