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.
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.
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.
Samsung has released the first beta version of its One UI 8 Watch user interface for Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro, according to a tipster. However, the tipster added that the beta program will be exclusively available in South Korea and the US. The tech giant's latest smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch 8 series, runs One UI 8 Watch out of the box and were unveiled at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9.
OnePlus 2-in-1 SUPERVOOC Cable has been launched in the US. The 8A cable, which is 120cm in length, will allow users to charge a smartphone and a smartwatch simultaneously. The product is currently listed on the company website, however, the estimated deliveries will start from July 24 for priority orders and July 25 for standard orders.
Pixel Watch 4 will reportedly not offer an upgrade in terms of the SoC. Google is said to use the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 in the upcoming wearable. This would be the third consecutive year the company will pack the same chipset in its Pixel Watch lineup. The upcoming model is said to be available in 41mm and 45mm size options.
Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon SoC for wearables is in the works and could potentially boost the performance of smartwatches that will run the next generation of the Wear OS, as per a report. The chip is said to have been codenamed Aspen and carry the model number SW6100.
Qualcomm will host a Snapdragon XR Day in India next week, the company has announced. At the event, the US-based chipmaker will showcase the latest technologies in the world of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) — all encompassed and interpolated under the umbrella term of extended reality (XR). The Snapdragon XR Day is part of its “Snapdragon for India” initiative for which the company has already announced the Snapdragon Auto Day the week after.
The Boat Valour Watch 1 GPS is priced from Rs. 5,999 in India and is sold in silicone and nylon strap options. It features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, built-in GPS, and AI-backed workout recognition. It supports Bluetooth calling, real-time fitness tracking, and swim analytics. The smartwatch is powered by an X2 chipset, and with a 300mAh battery, it is said to offer up to 15 days of battery life.
According to a report by Counterpoint Research, global smartwatch shipments fell 2 percent YoY in Q1 2025, marking the fifth straight quarterly decline, driven by slowing demand in India and reduced Apple shipments. China's smartwatch shipments, led by Huawei, Imoo, and Xiaomi, grew 37 percent YoY. Despite a continued decline, Apple held the top spot, while Samsung saw an 18 percent drop. Imoo led the growing kids’ smartwatch segment.
Ray-Ban Meta Glasses were released in 2023 in the US, while they were only recently introduced in other markets such as India. However, the successor to the smart glasses may not be too far away. According to a report, alleged renders of the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses successor have surfaced which showcase two separate designs for sunglasses and prescription glasses. The glasses are reported to come with improved battery life and enhanced artificial intelligence (AI) features.
Question What’s Real (QWR), an Indian deep-tech startup, unveiled Humbl, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered smart glasses, on Thursday. The startup claims that Humbl is the first made in India AI smart glasses, and offers features similar to the Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses. The Indian version is said to come equipped with an AI assistant that can record videos, summarise conversations, play music, help with navigation, and more.
Amazfit Active 2 Square was launched in India with a 1.75-inch AMOLED display. It has a BioTracker 6.0 PPG sensor for monitoring heart rate, sleep. It supports Bluetooth calling. The smartwatch offers more than 160 sports modes. It has Bluetooth 5.2 and BLE connectivity.
Google Maps app is now available on Garmin smartwatches with turn-by-turn navigation. The app is available for free on the Connect IQ Store. It is to be noted that Google started rolling out turn-by-turn navigation for wearables running Wear OS in January 2023.
The Sony WF-C710N earphones are priced at Rs. 8,990 in India, with a Rs. 1,000 cashback offer valid until July 31. Available in four colours, including a transparent Glass Blue variant, they feature ANC, Adaptive Sound Control, Quick Attention Mode, and AI-backed call noise cancellation. The earbuds offer up to 40 hours of battery life together with the case, without ANC. They support Multipoint Connectivity, DSEE, in-ear detection, touch controls, and Sony Sound Connect app compatibility.
Apple is rumoured to be developing a successor to the Vision Pro and it could be launched as early as this year, as per a seasoned journalist. The Apple Vision Pro successor is said to come with several minor upgrades in tow, including a faster processor, improved components that support artificial intelligence (AI) tasks, and a new strap option.
Google's Gemini AI assistant is now rolling out to Wear OS smartwatches, replacing the Google Assistant. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series, unveiled recently, will be among the first to feature the Gemini AI assistant. It will be available across various brands running recent Wear OS versions, while Wear OS 6 devices will support Gemini integration with built-in applications.
Google on Wednesday released the latest Pixel drop ahead of schedule, and it brings several new features to Pixel devices. One of the biggest announcements is a free one year subscription to the Google AI Pro plan for Pixel 9 Pro owners. This gives them access to the company’s latest Veo 3 video generation model. Further, it brings Google’s recently introduced AI Mode in Circle-to-Search along with Gemini on Wear OS-powered Pixel Watch.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra in Titanium Blue features a 1.5-inch Super AMOLED display, a 47mm titanium case, and durability ratings of IP6X, 10ATM, and MIL-STD 810H. It supports dual-band GPS and an SOS siren. Health features include ECG, blood pressure, fall detection, Energy Score, and Antioxidant Index. Backed by a 590mAh battery, it is said to offer up to 48 hours in Exercise Power Saving Mode and up to 100 hours in complete Power Saving Mode.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic were launched at the Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday. The Galaxy Watch 8 is available in 40mm and 44mm sizes, while the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic comes in a single 46mm variant. They are equipped with the Exynos W1000 chip.
Meta announced the roll out of Zoom’s standalone app on Tuesday. The app will allow users to be present during video conferences as their virtual avatars. According to the app’s listing on Meta’s website, Zoom’s standalone app will function with any paid or free Zoom license. This is in line with Zoom’s recent push to expand its presence in the virtual reality space. Zoom’s CEO, in June 2024, reportedly said that he wants AI clones in meetings.
Ahead of its expected launch on July 9, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic has been spotted with Gemini voice assistant. The promo image, shared by WinFuture’s Roland Quandt on Bluesky, shows a Galaxy Watch 8 Classic with “Ask Google Gemini” on the display. Google is reportedly bringing AI assistant to WearOS, and hence, could be available for the entire Galaxy Watch 8 Series.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro will be available for an effective price of Rs. 10,999 during the Amazon Prime Day 2025 sale with bank offers and discounts, down from the Rs. 19,999 launch price. Available in Silver and White shades, they feature 10.5mm dynamic drivers with 6.1mm Planar units, and AI-backed adaptive ANC, including Ambient and Siren Detect modes. They are claimed to offer up to 30 hours of playback without ANC. The earbuds have an IP57 rating and weigh 5.4g each.
The OnePlus Buds 4 are priced at Rs. 5,999 in India and will go on sale on July 12. They come with 11mm woofers, 6mm tweeters, Hi-Res Wireless Audio certification, and LHDC 5.0 codec support. The TWS earphones offer up to 55dB adaptive ANC, AI call noise reduction, Bluetooth 5.4 and dual-device connectivity as well as a 47ms low-latency Gaming Mode. They offer up to 45 hours of total playback with the included charging case.
Ai+ Wearbuds was launched by Madhav Sheth’s AI+ brand at an event held in New Delhi on Tuesday. The smartwatch is advertised as a two-in-one ecosystem product and comes with built-in true-wireless-stereo (TWS) earbuds. It sports a 1.43-inch AMOLED screen and is equipped with heart rate and SpO2 monitoring sensors. Meanwhile, the earbuds carry 6mm dynamic drivers and a playback time of more than three hours.
Nothing’s CMF launched the Watch Pro 2 in India with a 1.32-inch AMOLED touchscreen and interchangeable bezels in July 2024. Now, the budget brand is reportedly planning to unveil the Watch Pro 3 with a price tag of EUR 99 (roughly Rs. 9,963.27). However, the company has not confirmed the price details or announced a launch date.
Samsung is rumoured to unveil the Galaxy Watch 8 series as well as the successor to 2024’s Watch Ultra soon. Ahead of their anticipated debut during this year’s Galaxy Unpacked, complete specifications of all upcoming smartwatches have surfaced. As per a report, the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and the Watch Ultra 2 will be powered by a 3nm Samsung Exynos chipset, running on Wear OS 6.
Mivi AI Buds in-ear earphones were launched in India on Friday. The company’s latest truly wireless stereo (TWS) earphones come equipped with a voice-based artificial intelligence (AI) system that users can talk to hands-free. Dubbed Mivi AI, it is a context-aware assistant with memory function, and requires being connected with the companion app to function.
Huawei Watch Fit 4 and Watch Fit 4 Pro feature a 1.82-inch AMOLED display and offer 5ATM water resistance. The the Pro also gets IP6X dust resistance and an ECG sensor. Both watches feature an aluminium alloy case, with the Pro model has a titanium bezel. The smartwatches support Bluetooth calling and GPS with the Sunflower Positioning System. The Watch Fit 4 series are claimed to offer a battery life of up to 10 days.
A tipster suggests Google may launch several new accessories alongside the Pixel 10 series, including new Pixel Buds 2a in four colourways. Meanwhile, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 may debut in a new Sterling (grey) shade. Google is also tipped to launch a Rock Candy-coloured Pixel Charger and a Pixel Wireless Charger.
The Pebble Halo smart ring features a stainless steel design, a digital display, and is available in six sizes, from sizes seven to 12. It offers trackers for heart rate, SpO2, sleep, stress, HRV, steps, and calories. Additional features include gesture controls for scrolling and gaming, as well as camera and music control. The ring is said to offer up to four days of battery life and is compatible with both iOS and Android devices.
