Google unveiled several new products at its Made by Google event in New York on Wednesday. While the Pixel 10 series was the main highlight of the event, several other announcements also took place. Among them is a new health coach for the Pixel Watch, Fitbit trackers, and Fitbit smartwatches, powered by artificial intelligence (AI). As per the company, it can create custom routines, tailor workouts based on data, and provide sleep quality insights.
Huawei will host its “Ride the Wind” product launch event on September 19 to launch the Watch GT 6 series. The lineup is expected to include the standard Huawei Watch GT 6 and Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro models. The brand is confirmed to launch new smartphones and tablets during the launch event.
An Apple Watch helped a 57-year-old woman in the UK to be diagnosed with a brain tumour, after her smartwatch alerted her about her low heart rate. Here's how repeated low heart rate alerts from an Apple Watch helped doctors discover a previously undiagnosed tumour.
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 dropped the ability to measure a wearer’s blood oxygen levels in the US due to a 2024 ruling. The restriction was imposed on the Cupertino company after a lawsuit was filed by a medical instrument manufacturer. Recently, the tech giant announced that it has brought the feature back for its Watch Series 10, Series 9, and Ultra 2. This pushed Masimo to file a lawsuit again, but this time against the US Customs and Border Protection.
Vivo has launched its much-awaited Vivo Vision Explorer Edition Mixed Reality (MR) headset in China on Thursday. The first MR headset from the Chinese tech brand arrives as an Apple Vision Pro rival. It features a dual 8K HD resolution display and is powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset.
Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 and Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 chips were launched by Qualcomm on Wednesday. The new chipsets designed for smartwatches come with satellite support, allowing users to send and receive messages via satellite when outside of cellular and Wi-Fi coverage areas. It is leveraging Skylo’s Narrowband Non-Terrestrial Network (NB-NTN).
Halo X, a new artificial intelligence (AI) smart glasses with a display, was unveiled by the newly formed startup Halo on Wednesday. The company is pitching its glasses as a device that gives users “superhuman intelligence.” The core idea is that the smart glasses, equipped with a microphone, continuously record their surrounding.
Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 will soon gain Adaptive Audio, which automatically adjusts ANC to the environment while maintaining awareness with minimal distraction. A new Loud Noise Protection feature will dampen sudden sounds like sirens to protect hearing. Users will be able to answer calls or reply to texts hands-free using head gestures. Additionally, the earbuds will support hands-free Gemini access, using advanced audio filtering to prioritise the user’s voice for seamless AI interactions, even in noisy settings. All new features will roll out in September, the company confirmed.
Google Pixel Watch 4 was launched at the Made by Google event on Wednesday. It has been introduced in two sizes and sports a design similar to the Pixel Watch 3. As per Google, the Pixel Watch 4 provides quick access to the Gemini. There is support for more than 40 exercise modes, along with Loss of Pulse detection and other health features. The smartwatch can deliver up to 40 hours of battery life on a single charge.
Google Pixel Buds 2a were launched in India alongside the Pixel 10 series and a new colourway for the Pixel Buds Pro 2. The Pixel Buds 2a feature 11mm dynamic drivers and Google’s Tensor A1 chip, and they offer support for adaptive ANC with Transparency Mode, Silent Seal 1.5, and in-ear pressure relief. They support Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity and feature dual microphones, capacitive touch controls, and charge via a USB Type-C port. The earbuds are said to offer a total battery life of up to 27 hours with the case.
Meta Platforms has been rumoured to be working on a new pair of smart glasses as the successor to the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses for some time now. While they were previously thought to carry an exorbitant price tag, the tech giant’s strategy seems to have changed. As per a report, Meta will price its purported smart glasses, dubbed Hypernova, beginning at $800 (roughly Rs. 70,000), following its decision to accept lower margins at launch.
Apple on Monday released the iOS 26 Beta 7 update for iPhone to developers and beta testers. It arrives exactly a week after the sixth beta update was rolled out. It carries subtle changes compared to previous iOS 26 Beta iterations, but there are no major new features. As per a report, the iOS 26 Beta 7 update brings back blood oxygen monitoring capability to the Apple Watch for users in the US. Other changes include a Drafts option in the Messages app and an Adaptive Power Notifications toggle in battery settings.
Apple could be working on its next-generation smartwatch, which might come with a major redesign and additional onboard sensors. Moreover, the underside of the Apple Watch models, said to launch in 2026, could get a larger glass cover to house bigger sensors arranged in a ring pattern. However, the Cupertino tech giant is yet to confirm the launch.
HTC Vive Eagle, the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) smart glasses, were launched on Thursday. The wearable devices mark HTC’s entry into the display-less smart glasses category. It comes with an in-built AI assistant which can be powered by Google’s Gemini or OpenAI’s GPT, the latter is currently available in beta.
Samsung is rumoured to be working on several smartglasses currently. While the headline maker device is its Project Moohan, an extended reality (XR) headset that was first unveiled in December 2024, the company is also working on Project Haean, a smartglass with an augmented reality (AR) display. The latter was showcased by the South Korean tech giant at Google I/O 2025.
Vivo Vision will be launched in China this month, the company announced on Tuesday. The mixed reality headset was first unveiled at the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2025 in March. Its design closely resembles the Apple Vision Pro, featuring a larger visor on the front and a thick headband at the back. While it will not go on sale this year, Vivo confirmed that it will set up experience zones at offline centres, enabling consumers to experience the mixed reality headset.
Vivo Vision is in the development stage, a company executive announced on Monday via social media. The mixed reality headset was first unveiled at the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2025 in March, sporting a design very similar to the Apple Vision Pro. The company is reportedly gearing up for its launch. According to the official, Vivo has also set up a mixed reality experience zone for select personnel to test the headset.
The Oppo Enco Buds 3 Pro, priced at Rs. 1,799, will be available from August 27 via Flipkart and Oppo India’s website in black and white shades. Featuring 12.4mm titanium-plated dynamic drivers, enhanced bass tuning, and a customisable EQ via the Hey Melody app, they support Bluetooth 5.4, dual-device pairing, and an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance. The battery life is claimed to be up to 54 hours with the case, with a 10-minute quick charge giving 4 hours on just the earphones.
Google Pixel 10 series is confirmed to launch on August 20 at the annual Made by Google event. The tech giant has already put out teaser videos for the new lineup. As we get closer to the launch date, the Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel Watch 4 have surfaced online in alleged promotional videos.
iQOO launched the TWS Air 3 Pro in China alongside the iQOO Z10 Turbo+ 5G. Priced at CNY 199 (roughly Rs. 2,400), the earbuds feature 12mm drivers, up to 50dB ANC, and up to 47 hours of battery life with the case. They come in Star Diamond White and Star Yellow, with a discounted CNY 159 (roughly Rs. 1,900) price when bundled with the Z10 Turbo+. iQOO also introduced a 22.5W 10,000mAh power bank with an in-built cable.
Pixel Watch 4 renders have leaked online. The alleged renders suggest five different colour options for the wearable. It could be available in 41mm and 45mm sizes. The 41mm is shown in Iris, Lemongrass, Porcelain, and Obsidian, while the 45mm is shown in Moonstone, Porcelain, and Obsidian shades.
Apple has confirmed that all cover glass for iPhones and Apple Watches will soon be made at Corning’s Harrodsburg plant in Kentucky, marking the first time global units will use US-made glass. The facility, now fully dedicated to Apple, is the world’s largest smartphone glass production line and will see a 50 percent workforce increase. Apple and Corning will also open an Innovation Centre at the plant.
Garmin Forerunner 970 and Forerunner 570 smartwatches have been launched in India. They come with AMOLED displays and offer Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity options. They house various sensors to track health and fitness. The Forerunner 970 model is claimed to deliver up to 15 days of use when it is running in smartwatch mode.
Ray-Ban Meta Glasses feature a circular 12-megapixel camera along with an LED light to inform people in front of the wearer that they are being recorded, ensuring privacy. People have been trying to hide this recording indicator for a while, however to no avail. But a car customisation company might have unfortunately found a way around.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE leaks have been surfacing online for a while, indicating an imminent launch. Now, the true wireless stereo (TWS) has been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards website, which signals that it might launch in India soon. Additionally, the ‘Fan Edition’ TWS was also spotted on the IECEE certification website, revealing its battery capacity.
Boult has rebranded to Goboult, aiming to become a global Indian tech brand focused on Gen Z customers. In FY2025, it earned Rs. 800 crore and targets Rs. 1,000 crore in FY2026 and Rs. 2,000 crore by 2030. Goboult plans international expansion and will grow its retail presence from 3,000 to 30,000 stores in 18 months. Entering the Rs. 2,000+ segment, it will offer premium wearables and invest Rs. 25 crore in R&D, focusing on AI, design, and pop culture collaborations like Mustang.
The Google Pixel Watch 4 will reportedly start at $349 (roughly Rs. 30,500) for the 41mm Wi-Fi model, while the LTE version of the same size is expected to cost $399 (roughly Rs. 34,800). The 45mm variants will likely be priced at $399 (roughly Rs. 34,800) for Wi-Fi and $449 (roughly Rs. 39,200) for LTE. Buyers will likely receive six months of Fitbit Premium and one month of YouTube Premium for free. The charging speed of the watch is expected to improve significantly.
Leaked design render of the Google Pixel Buds 2a show the earbuds in an Iris shade. The headsets may be available in additional colour options like Fog Light, Strawberry, and Hazel. The upcoming TWS earphones are said to deliver improved battery life and better sound quality over the current Pixel Buds A-Series. Google may also bundle the Buds 2a with Pixel 10 series phone pre-orders in select markets, including the UK and Europe.
The Skullcandy Icon ANC headphones are now available in India at a launch price of Rs. 8,999 in black and bone colours via the Skullcandy website and select retailers. They feature a collapsible on-ear design, 40mm drivers, ANC with Adjustable Stay-Aware mode, and three EQ presets. The IPX4-rated headset offers up to 60 hours of battery life, Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity, Spotify Tap, Google Fast Pair, and USB-C charging. A 10-minute charge is claimed to offer up to four hours of playback.
Meta Platforms is once again resuming the development of a smartwatch which might have built-in cameras. The project was first reported to have begun in 2021 but was shelved less than a year later as the company prioritised development of other wrist wearables. According to a report, the smartwatch project has been revived and it could be introduced as early as September 2025, arriving as a companion to the Meta AI glasses.
Samsung on Monday announced the third edition of the ‘Walk-a-thon India' challenge, following up on the second edition that took place in April. As part of the initiative, users of Samsung Galaxy devices are required to walk a certain number of steps in a limited duration. They will compete with others for a chance to win the new Galaxy Watch 8. All participants completing the challenge will receive assured discount coupons on the smartwatch as well.
Noise has launched the Air Clips 2 OWS earphones in India, priced at Rs. 3,999. They offer up to 40 hours of battery life with the case and feature 12mm drivers powered by Airwave Technology. The earphones come with a clip-on design and are available in Frost Black, Frost Green, and Frost Ivory colourways. A pre-order pass priced at Rs. 499 offers coupons worth Rs. 1,749. They go on sale starting at noon on July 29 via Amazon and the Noise India website.
Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL will be launched on August 20, and leaked images have revealed a new 'Moonstone' colour. option for Google's upcoming phones The leak also showcases the upcoming Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a TWS headset. We still don't know whether the Google Pixel 10 will also arrive in the same colour option.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 took place on July 9 where the tech giant unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, alongside the Galaxy Watch 8 series. All of the new Galaxy devices will now be available for purchase in India starting today, July 25. The South Korean tech giant also revealed the pre-order numbers secured by its latest foldable iterations which have claimed to break the record of yesteryears.
Apple has released the first public betas for macOS 26, iPadOS 26, and watchOS 26. These give users a chance to experience the upcoming operating systems for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, all featuring Apple's new Liquid Glass design language. Apple also issued a new developer build of iOS 26 Beta 4 on Thursday.
The Google Pixel Watch 4 is expected to launch in multiple case and band colour options across 41mm and 45mm sizes. It may feature new, more comfortable Active bands and an updated charging system enabling 25 percent faster charging. The watch may get a side-mounted charging port, suggesting it will use a new dock and won’t work with older chargers. The redesigned charging system is also expected to improve the smartwatch’s repairability.
Meta's Reality Labs has revealed its progress on a non-invasive wristband as a human-computer interaction (HCI) tool in a new peer-reviewed article. The device uses surface electromyography (sEMG) to interpret muscle signals and understand a user's intent to perform certain tasks. The aim is to translate subtle muscle movements into direct digital commands, and offer more alternative forms of input.
Apple on Wednesday announced a new subscription service which allows coverage of multiple devices under a single plan. Dubbed AppleCare One, it arrives as a streamlined solution for those who have multiple Apple devices but do not want to purchase coverage for each of them separately. With AppleCare One, you can cover up to three devices in a single plan, and there is an option of adding more by paying an additional charge over the existing subscription fee.
Amazon has acquired the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence (AI) startup Bee. The announcement of the acquisition was made on Tuesday by the Co-founder and CEO of the company, who highlighted that the move will enable the team to build “truly personal, agentic AI.” Notably, Bee is a wearable AI company that builds devices that listen to the user and people around them, and summarises these conversations.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is now receiving One UI 8 Watch update with Wear OS 6, bringing new features to India and other regions. The upcoming Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic will launch with One UI 8 Watch, while last year's Galaxy Watch Ultra, which recently saw a storage and colour refresh, will get this update before older models like the Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch 6 series.
The CMF Watch 3 Pro was launched with a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, more than 120 customisable watch faces, and AI-backed advanced health tracking features. The watch offers gesture controls, Bluetooth calling, dual-band GPS connectivity, ChatGPT access and the Nothing X app compatibility. It is claimed to deliver up to 13 days of use on a single charge. The Watch 3 Pro has an IP68 rating, a metal body, and silicone strap.
CMF Buds 2 series was launched in India in April comprising three models — CMF Buds 2a, Buds 2, and Buds 2 Plus. While the former has been available for purchase in recent months, there was no information about the availability of the latter two. Now, an e-commerce giant has announced a limited sale of the CMF Buds 2 and the CMF Buds 2 Plus that takes place today, opening a short window for buyers to purchase the TWS earphones.
A tipster has shared a design render of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE and it appears to resemble the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, featuring an in-ear style with angular stems and likely silicone ear tips, unlike the open-type Galaxy Buds 3. The Buds 3 FE are expected to be a more affordable variant, retaining key features of the Buds 3 series, with some cutbacks to match the lower price.
Apple commenced the production of AirPods in India for the first time earlier this year. However, it now faces a setback after China in April restricted exports of rare-Earth metals,. According to a report, the supply disruption has hit the Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT) factory in Telangana. However, the situation is reportedly being managed and the production of AirPods is not at a complete stop.
Leaked renders have offered an early look at the upcoming Moto 360 (2025). The images reveal a familiar round design and hint at Motorola’s return to its smartwatch lineup. The Moto 360 (2025) could launch later this year in five colour options and feature a dual-OS setup.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 price in India starts at Rs. 32,999 for the 40mm Bluetooth model, while the 44mm LTE version costs Rs. 39,999. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic begins at Rs. 46,999, with the LTE variant priced at Rs. 50,999. Available in multiple colours, the watches can currently be pre-booked through the Samsung India website. Pre-booking offers include cashback or upgrade bonuses up to Rs. 12,000, multi-buy offers up to Rs. 15,000, and no-cost EMIs for up to 18 months.
The Google Pixel Watch 4 is set to feature a new Workout Builder for customised strength training, AI-based Run Recommendations via Fitbit Premium, and advanced workout metrics like cadence and stride length. It could also offer improved swim and cycling tracking, enhanced activity recognition, more precise GPS tracking, and a refined Readiness Score. The Pixel Watch 4 may start at EUR 399 (roughly Rs. 40,100) for Wi-Fi and EUR 499 (roughly Rs. 49,900) for LTE models.
Lenskart is working on a new pair of smart glasses, co-founder and CEO Peyush Bansal announced at the Snapdragon for India XR Day held in New Delhi on Monday. While most of the information remains under wraps, the purported Lenskart smart glasses are confirmed to utilise chipsets made by Snapdragon. These will be the second smart glasses from the eyewear company, building upon the introduction of the Lenskart Phonic in February this year.
Google Pixel Watch 4 is rumoured to be in development as the successor to the Pixel Watch 3. Ahead of its anticipated debut at the Made by Google event on August 20, the pricing of the purported smartwatch has been leaked. As per a report, the smaller Pixel Watch 4 variant with Wi-Fi connectivity may cost EUR 399 (roughly Rs. 39,900). This is approximately the same cost as the launch price of the Pixel Watch 3 in European markets.
Google set its annual Made by Google event for August 20 where it is expected to debut its next-generation hardware innovations. Among the expected launches is the Google Pixel Watch 4. While previous reports suggested the lack of major hardware changes, it could bring additional health tracking capabilities. A new report claims that the Mountain View-based tech giant will equip its purported smartwatch with continuous SpO2 tracking capability.
