https://www.pocket-lint.com Welcome to Pocket-lint, for the latest product reviews, including news on gadgets, digital cameras, home cinema, audio, cars and mobile phones. Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:29:25 GMT en-US hourly 60 If you didn't get a chance to snag the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic over Black Friday or Cyber Monday, fear not, because the smartwatch is on sale again.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:29:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-watch-6-class-deal/ The Apple Watch is packed with features, and the latest models of the Apple Watch can do everything from counting your steps and tracking your heart rate to tracking your sleep or measuring your blood oxygen levels.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:30:24 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-find-iphone-with-apple-watch/ It may only be a few months old, but the gorgeous, efficient Google Pixel Watch 2 is already cause for celebration, earning a nearly perfect Pocket-lint review score and $50 discount this holiday season.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 15:10:59 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pixel-watch-2-first-deal/ Black Friday and Cyber Monday have come and gone, but that doesn't mean we no longer have deals to enjoy. In fact, Best Buy is reminding us all that there's more shopping to be done before the holiday season with a brand new three-day sale event that kicks of on December 1st and wraps up on December 3rd.

]]> Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:03:52 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-buy-post-black-friday-deals/ Smartwatches, even though they had a bit of a rocky start, are a wrist mainstay and one of the most well-liked tech accessories of recent years. It's easy to see why - they not only help you track your training and get to know your body better, but the best smartwatches also offer a slew of important features that can help you both in your everyday life and if you get lost in the great outdoors.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 21:00:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-gps-tracking-smartwatch/ Finding the right Apple Watch strap to pair with your smartwatch is no easy task, but you're in the right place if you're looking to add to your collection. We've tested drawer-fulls of Apple Watch bands since the device was first released, and understand how important it is to have a few go-to options for different social occasions. Regardless of whether you've got the newest Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch SE or an earlier model, all bands designed for the smartwatch should fit across every generation.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 16:45:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-bands/ Apple was pretty late to the sleep tracking party compared to competitors. While it was possible to get some sleep data through third party apps on the Apple Watch, native support for sleep tracking only arrived in 2020 and that only included basic sleep tracking, with no sleep stages offered. It wasn't until the launch of watchOS 9 in 2022 that sleep stages arrived and sleep tracking on Apple Watch became more useful and more in line with what is offered by the likes of Fitbit and Garmin on their devices.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 16:58:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-track-your-sleep-with-apple-watch/ Best Buy's Cyber Monday deals impressed us all day long. Many of these discounts have been even better than what we saw during Black Friday. Whether you want something from Apple, Samsung, or Google, we found plenty of discounts for you. But the most significant price drops don't last past tonight, so if you planned to make a large tech purpose, tonight's the night.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:50:08 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/black-friday-best-buy/ Garmin, a top player in the smartwatch space, rolled out some great Black Friday price drops that are still seeing some awesome Cyber Monday discounts.

]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 23:32:00 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-black-friday-garmin-deals/ When the Apple Watch was first revealed toward the end of 2014, it was marketed as a fashion accessory more than anything else. It still had many of the core features we see on it today - like the Rings - but while its design has remained similar over the years, it's now significantly more than a fashion accessory. It's a smartwatch packed to the brim with health sensors and a brilliant fitness and information companion. And all the recent models are on sale for Cyber Monday, so save while you can.

]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 22:50:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-black-friday-apple-watch-deals/ The deals across the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales period have been excellent this year, especially on Apple products. Some of the lowest prices we have ever seen on the latest products from the Cupertino company have been available for the last couple of days. Still, with Cyber Monday now here and the deals expected to end in a matter of hours, it's your last chance to grab some of these discounts. The latest flagship Apple Watch model is one of the deals expected to end once Cyber Monday is over, and with a current discount of $60, it's one you don't want to miss.

]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:15:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-ultra-2-cyber-monday-deal/ Garmin's Venu series has long been that one product in Garmin's varied product portfolio that blended everyday smart features with advanced health and fitness tracking. The Venu 3 is the latest version and offers a large AMOLED display, great fitness and recovery insights, contactless payments, and offline music support. We liked it so much that it won the 'Highly Commended' prize in the 'Best Smartwatch' category of the Pocket-lint Awards.

]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 12:15:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-venu-3-cyber-monday-deal/ Black Friday week has wrapped up, and now we're in the Cyber Monday storm. If a Garmin smartwatch is on your radar, here's everything you need to know about previous deals on Garmin smartwatches during the biggest shopping holiday of the year.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 20:00:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/should-you-buy-a-garmin-watch-on-black-friday/ Black Friday and Cyber Monday have served up some great discounts on Garmin devices, but this is one that's worthy of your attention. The Garmin Instinct 2 is a great watch for outdoor adventures, offering a rugged design along with all those sports functions that Garmin is renowned for. There's a cool $100 saving on this model at various retailers, bringing this popular model down to its lowest price.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 17:01:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-instinct-2-cyber-monday-deal/ The latest version of watchOS sees some of the biggest changes we've seen in any version of watchOS for many years. You can run watchOS 10 on older models of Apple Watch as far back as the Apple Watch Series 4, so unless you're rocking a really old Apple Watch, you'll be able to make the upgrade. A lot has been added to watchOS 10, including a brand-new Smart Stack of widgets, new mental health features, and even a whole new gesture if you have an Apple Watch Series 9 or Apple Watch Ultra 2.

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:00:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/3-watchos-10-disasters-and-one-thats-being-fixed/ The Google Pixel Watch was the company's first Wear OS smartwatch designed and built in-house. Having previously relied on third-party manufacturers to adopt its wearable software platform, Google changed the game in 2022, launching a stunning, seamless, stainless steel watch. However, This one is different from the rest: it has Fitbit onboard. So, as well as having a clean, fluid, customisable interface, the watch also has excellent fitness-tracking abilities and presents health data in a way that just makes sense. And now you can get it as cheap as it was for a limited time a few weeks ago.

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:00:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pixel-watch-black-friday-deal/ Finding a better mid-range smartphone than the Google Pixel 7a is hard - in fact, we couldn't as it remains our top pick for the best mid-range phone currently on the market. Google took the best parts of the Pixel 7 and brought it to a budget-friendly price. Usually selling for $500, Amazon offers the phone for just $374. That's 25 per cent off the regular price, which is one of the best deals we've ever seen on this beloved smartphone.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 16:30:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pixel-7a-black-friday-deal/ I've been pleasantly surprised by the Black Friday sales so far this year. So often the deals don't really feel like deals, and are instead just slightly cheaper than the week before, rather than something to write home about. That hasn't been the case for 2023, however. There are some excellent deals across a number of Apple devices, Apple Watch and iPad especially. It isn't just the Watch Series 9 that has hit its lowest ever price, but the Watch SE (2022) has too, currently just $179 with $70 off.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 15:30:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-se-2022-hits-lowest-ever-price-and-here-is-why-you-should-buy-it/ There are several smartwatch models within the Apple Watch portfolio, with three main models on offer, each catering to a different buyer. We've compared the Watch Series 9 and the Watch SE in a separate feature, but here we are taking a closer look at how the Watch Series 9 compares to the top-of-the-range Watch Ultra 2.

]]> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 19:00:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-series-9-vs-watch-ultra-2-differences-compared/ Black Friday can feel a little overwhelming when it comes to shopping. I know; I've been there staring at the deals and feeling the pressure to buy things there and then in order to get the best price, even when I haven't quite made my purchasing decision. Every now and then, though, a deal appears that makes the decision of whether to buy so incredibly simple because it's too good to miss.

]]> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 15:01:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-apple-watch-series-9-deal-is-so-good-i-might-buy-another/ I use an iPhone as my main phone and I adore it, but it doesn't bring everything to the table on its own. Sure, it does most things, but there are a number of accessories that are always in my backpack, wherever I go, helping my iPhone do everything I need it to do and plenty more.

]]> Sat, 18 Nov 2023 17:57:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-iphone-accessories/ Whether you're looking for one of the best smartwatches to track your fitness or just seeking a way to navigate the great outdoors, a smartwatch can literally be a life-saving tool while you’re hiking or camping. One of our favorite brands, Garmin, can provide you with this life-saving technology right from your wrist. And, while Garmin is known for its high price tags, right now, you can spend less than you would on the Apple Watch Ultra and score the Garmin Epix Gen 2 for only $600. Currently, you can save $300 on this luxury smartwatch.

]]> Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-epix-gen-2-black-friday-deal/ Samsung's portfolio of smart devices expands each year, offering updates and new features on previous models. That - of course - includes smartwatches and the much-loved Galaxy Watch lineup. For 2023, the company launched the Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, bolstering its portfolio with two more highly capable devices, both in two sizes, with a slew of advanced fitness tracking abilities.

]]> Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:30:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-samsung-watch/ We were psyched when Apple announced the Apple Watch Ultra 2. The original high-end smartwatch is a brilliant piece of kit, combining all the cool features of the base model with dual-band GPS, depth sensors, waterproofing, and more. The second iteration improves on just about every aspect, incorporating new features for outdoor pursuits. This titanium-shelled timepiece is already pretty durable, with an IPX6 dust resistance rating, MIL-STD 810H temperature, and EN13319 depth certification. It's not easy to break. But if you want to add another layer of protection, consider investing in a case. Here are some excellent Apple Watch Ultra 2 watchbands.

]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 21:00:24 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-ultra-2-case/ The Apple Watch Series 9 is the best choice for anyone looking to pick up a new Apple Watch that isn't intensely outdoorsy like the Watch Ultra 2. There are a lot of benefits to the Apple Watch Series 9, including excellent performance, two size options that you can choose from based on wrist size, and more. While the latest Apple Watch is a perfectly durable device, it's never a bad idea to put a case on it.

]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 19:00:56 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-series-9-case/ The world of the Casio G-Shock is far from one filled with big, black watches these days. The G-Shock line of rugged wearables is a more colorful place than ever before thanks in part to a growing collection of collaborations with other companies that bring special editions to the lineup. The latest of those is a collaboration with the Charles Darwin Foundation, and the result is three new watches.

]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:36:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/casio-g-shocks-latest-collab-brings-us-the-charles-darwin-collection/ From keeping track of your runs to paying for coffee and groceries, Garmin has a variety of wearables to help you stay in tune with your body and have a long-lasting battery. While the watches focus on durability and sports, they also just make a great tool for movement motivation and even GPS tracking. With the holidays around the corner and sales on the rise, right now is a great time to pick up these usually expensive timepieces at a major discount.

]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:30:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-garmin-deals/ It's fair to say that the OnePlus Watch left people a little underwhelmed. The price was appealing, and the watch looked pretty sleek, but the product felt unfinished, and many of the features, such as an always-on mode, weren't available at launch. It felt like a bit of a missed opportunity, with the OnePlus Watch rushed out before it was truly ready.

]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 09:30:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/oneplus-watch-2-photos-leaks-and-everything-you-need-to-know/ Google's Wear OS is one of the most widely used smartwatch operating systems.

]]> Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:01:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-google-wear-os-smartwatch/ It's a great time to buy a smartwatch. The category has matured past early experiments and now there are high-quality wearable devices for just about every customer. One of the most unexpectedly successful brands in the space is Garmin, which pivoted ably out of the pure GPS market to add their best-in-class location technology to a wide selection of smartwatches, from rugged outdoor models to elegant and stylish fashion devices. Right now, one of our favorite Garmin watches is on sale for $200 off the retail price - the Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar.

]]> Mon, 13 Nov 2023 20:05:07 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-fenix-7x-solar-deal/ The 20th annual Pocket-lint Awards, sponsored by new EE, celebrated the best devices and products across a number of categories on 9 November 2023. Categories ranged from smartphones to cameras, each with six nominations, all of which we've reviewed at some point during the last 12 months. The Best Smartwatch category is all about rewarding the best wrist-worn gadgets with the best all-round performance and collection of fitness and lifestyle features.

]]> Sun, 12 Nov 2023 06:00:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pocket-lint-awards-2023-smartwatch-of-the-year/ Garmin is an old-hand in the smartwatch game, with a range of watches that cover everyone from people looking for a stylish step-tracker to pro athletes tracking their next triathlon. Because of that, Garmin watches can range wildly in price and features, in some cases easily undercutting competition like the Apple Series 9, and in others, costing a few hundred more than the Apple Watch Ultra 2.

]]> Fri, 10 Nov 2023 23:26:55 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-holiday-sale-get-200-off-a-fenix-7-pro-before-black-friday/ Smartwatch sales have exploded over the past few years thanks to the Apple Watch. But for some people, the idea of having an all-singing, all-dancing gadget on their wrist pinging at them all day, acting like a mini smartphone on the wrist, is their idea of a living nightmare.

]]> Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:33:11 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/withings-scanwatch-2-review/ Getting to know as much as possible about how your body works and functions is extremely important to keep a hand on your health. With how fast life is nowadays, keeping track of your vitals is the least you can do to keep yourself healthy and happy.

]]> Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:00:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-vo2-max-and-how-can-you-measure-it/ I spent the last week of October in Fiji, participating in the 2023 GoPro Creator Summit. GoPro hosts the annual summit in a different exotic location, inviting dozens of content creators and athletes to trek the globe, and then capture their activities on GoPro's latest camera.

]]> Wed, 08 Nov 2023 21:01:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-ultra-2-perfect-travel-smartwatch/ In 2022, Samsung lifted the lid on the Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro, launching them alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4. The Galaxy Watch 5 replaced Galaxy Watch 4, while the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro was a new model altogether focusing on outdoor sports and battery life. Now that they've been replaced by the newer Galaxy Watch 6 models, the Watch 5 series - comprised of the Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro - makes a lot of sense. They're older now, so they're cheaper, and still offer a great experience for the money.

]]> Tue, 07 Nov 2023 21:31:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-watch-5-vs-watch-5-pro-differences-compared/ Straying from Apple or Google's "one-size-fits-all" aesthetic Garmin recognizes that a wristwatch not only a tracking tool, but a personal accessory. So the company makes watches for different people - rugged models for outdoor adventurer, lightweight wrist wearables for marathon runners, and even stylish jewelry-like pieces. Case in point: the Garmin Lily, a lovely watch that is on sale for 25 per cent off right now at Amazon.

]]> Tue, 07 Nov 2023 17:27:54 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-lily-deal/ Smartwatches, while a simple wrist wearable, are powerful tools that deliver vast health and fitness insight along with delivering cool features like contactless pay, hands-free phone integration, and tracking the time, of course. When trying to figure out which is the best smartwatch for your needs, however, there are almost too many things to consider -especially for those new to the area, placing a wearable on the wrist and unlocking a new way to access notifications, apps, and fitness tracking can feel a little daunting. Luckily, there are a ton of great options to explore in the smartwatch field, whether your preference is with Apple, Samsung, Fitbit, Garmin or a lesser known, but just as capable, wrist wearable.

]]> Mon, 06 Nov 2023 22:01:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-smartwatch/ Huddled into the back of an industrial park to the west of Helsinki, Finland, sits Huawei's latest Health Lab, overlooking the Lauttasaari strait. From the outside, it's quite an unassuming structure, looking like your standard, square, brick building that might have once been modern but no longer is. But peel back the exterior and you'll find a laboratory packed with the latest equipment for testing and measuring sports, a data-gathering hub, using sport science to boost the company's wearables, with the aim of making the next smartwatch even better for activity tracking.

]]> Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:30:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/huawei-helsinki-health-lab-future-of-watches/ While the Apple Watch Series 9 was only released a few weeks ago, and reports are already coming out regarding what Apple might be cooking up for the Series 10. A new report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, a well-regarded Apple reporter, suggests that Apple is bringing three potentially life-saving features to the next Apple Watch. The report says it'll get blood pressure tracking, sleep apnea sensors, and a new health coach.

]]> Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:30:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/next-apple-watch-more-life-saving-features/ When it comes to smartwatches, there are few that look as gorgeous as the Google Pixel Watch, and $200 is a Black Friday-level discount for such a capable and stylish timepiece. While we know that Amazon still has the MSRP listed as $350 for this one, the reality is that the Pixel Watch is only $80 off. This is still great, however, especially since it's the lowest price we've seen.

]]> Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:55:42 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/googles-pixel-watch-gets-its-best-price-ever-ahead-of-black-friday/ The Samsung Galaxy Watch has become a popular choice for tech-savvy individuals seeking convenience and innovation. Offering a range of features such as fitness tracking, sleep analysis, and voice-activated commands, these wearable devices have changed the way we monitor our health and productivity. We stumbled upon some fantastic Samsung Galaxy watch deals, and we're bringing them to you so you can save some money going into holiday shopping season.

]]> Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:36:22 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-samsung-galaxy-watch-deals/ If you want to get a really cool smartwatch, then snatching this 25 per cent off Garmin model should be on your to-do list. Instead of worrying about charging your watch every other day, you could choose this model that charges up while you're outdoors. Simply imagine the freedom this gives you in a world where we're tethered to wall outlets for hours.

]]> Thu, 26 Oct 2023 15:38:07 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-instinct-2-solar-deal/ Apple released iOS 17 and watchOS 10 in the middle of September, bringing a number of new features to iPhone and Apple Watch. For Apple Watch, there was a complete overall of the user interface, and while some of the changes take some getting used to, there are some great additions, like the Snoopy Watch Face. Meanwhile, for iPhone, we got features like NameDrop, Contact Posters and Check In, to name but a few.

]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 20:24:59 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/3-massive-upgrades-for-your-iphone-and-apple-watch/ When Tim Cook took to the stage to announce the original Apple Watch in 2014, it was a device that was more about making a fashion statement than anything else. Cook could have revealed it strutting down one of the Fashion Week catwalks with it on his wrist and he would have blended right in. Closing the three Rings was a thing, but the overarching health features that we see on the latest model were certainly not what the Apple Watch was initially about.

]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 18:45:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-is-why-1-day-battery-life-doesnt-matter-for-apple-watch/ The original Apple Watch was a minimalist and elegant design, bringing the smartwatch industry in line with that sleek and futuristic Cupertino style. But sometimes you want something a little more, and the introduction of the Apple Watch Ultra in 2022 let them push into the outdoors. With a larger 19mm titanium casing, bigger Digital Crown and a new contextual button that does all sorts of things, this is a watch that does it all.

]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:15:12 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-ultra-deal/ As much as we hate to admit it, our smartphones have become extensions of our bodies. From checking our emails to tracking our heart rates, it's no surprise that wearable technology has taken off. At the forefront of this trend is the Apple Watch - a wristwatch that does so much more than just tell time. With its ability to monitor health and fitness, call and message friends, and run apps, it's hard to imagine life without one.

]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 14:46:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-deals-right-now/ Fitbit refreshed its portfolio in August 2022 with the launch of the Inspire 3 fitness tracker, alongside the more capable Sense 2 and Versa 4 smartwatches. More recently, the company also added the Charge 6 to its line-up, replacing the Charge 5 but sitting beneath the fully-fledged smartwatches. We've got a separate feature on how the Inspire 3 stacks up against the Charge 6, but here we are looking at how the flagship Sense 2 smartwatch and Versa 4 smartwatch compare to each other.

]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:00:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/fitbit-sense-vs-versa-smartwatch-differences-features-compared/ We're big fans of Garmin smartwatches. Not only do they feature rugged build quality and look great on your wrist, they're also equipped with some of the best biometric and location tracking on the market. One of our absolute favorite models they make is the Vivoactive 4, so we're pleased to let you know about this discount while it lasts.

]]> Tue, 24 Oct 2023 20:31:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/one-of-our-favorite-garmin-watches-is-on-sale-for-20-off-ahead-of-black-friday/ Apple announced the Watch Series 8 alongside the second generation Watch SE in September 2022. The company also announced a rugged model at the same time - called Watch Ultra, though this sits in a very different price bracket and field to the Watch Series 8 and Watch SE models. Both the Watch Series 8 and the Watch Ultra have been succeeded by new models - the Watch Series 9 and the Watch Ultra 2 - but the Watch SE remains the entry-level model into Apple Watch.

]]> Mon, 23 Oct 2023 19:30:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-series-8-vs-watch-se-2022-which-should-you-buy/ Polar might not be the first name you think of when considering a fitness and outdoors smartwatch, but its Vantage series harnesses many years of experience in heart rate tracking and general health-sensing technology in order to create a high-performance fitness and outdoors device for your wrist.

]]> Fri, 20 Oct 2023 23:00:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/polar-vantage-v3-vs-polar-vantage-v2/ Casio has today announced a new addition to its MR-G series, the watches that sit at the very top of its G-Shock brand. It's a watch that is designed to celebrate 40 years of that very brand, and it dives right into Japan's heritage to do it.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:04:58 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/stunning-casio-mrg-b2000sg-watch-celebrates-40-years-of-g-shocks/ The Apple Watch is an excellent tool for working out. Using the native Workout app, you can record and monitor a whole range of different workouts, from running and cycling to skipping and yoga. If interval training is your thing, there's also a HIIT option, that includes a range of interval options, such as 10 minutes of 40 seconds work/20 seconds recovery, or 20 minutes of 45 seconds work/45 seconds recovery.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:00:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-create-custom-plan-on-apple-watch-stack-multiple-workouts/ Over the years Apple has been quite canny in positioning its Apple Watch as a health accessory - and the "Fall Detection" feature it added a number of years ago is a prime example.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:21:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-turn-use-fall-detection-on-apple-watch/ For 2023, Samsung brought back a fan-favourite feature: the rotating bezel. It's an on-again off-again feature that's appeared on a number of different Samsung smartwatches over the years.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:51:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-watch-6-classic/ Garmin has announced a new version of the Marq called the Marq Carbon Edition. There are three versions that align with Garmin's target audiences - the Marq Athlete, Marq Golfer and the Marq Commander - and as the name suggests, they switch titanium for fused carbon fibre.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-garmin-marq-carbon-edition-is-so-ridiculously-ostentatious/ The October Prime Day has come and gone, but there are still some devices that are heavily discounted, and you can snatch up today. Whether you're looking for a new TV, tablet, laptop, or some other cool gadget, we have you covered. Take advantage of this time while it lasts to beat the Black Fridy and Cyber Monday holiday shopping frenzy. With that, check out some of the best deals still around below:

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:52:47 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-deals-still-available/ The Ticwatch Pro 5 is the best Wear OS smartwatch that I've tried so far; not only does it run on the speedy Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chipset, but it actually has good battery life despite running Google's resource-intensive operating system.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 02:14:43 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/ticwatch-pro-5-deal/ Google recently announced the Pixel Watch 2, a proper update to the company's first smartwatch it released last year, with all the new sensors and battery life improvements a sequel implies. But if what draws you most to Google's smartwatch is its impeccably seamless design and deep integration with Android and Google's services, you can get a great experience with the first-generation Pixel Watch available for sale now for 40 percent off. The Pixel Watch's $349.99 starting price drops to $209.99 with the discount available during Amazon's Big Deal Days, which is not only a good bit cheaper, it's also lower than the smartwatch's new starting price.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:31:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-watch-smartwatch-deal-prime-day/ Garmin has done a tremendous job pivoting into the wearables space with their GPS-enabled smartwatches. They come in a wide variety of styles and profiles, from elegant minimalist bands to chunky, rugged outdoor watches. The Instinct Solar is a fine example of the latter, packing a huge amount of features in at a remarkably low price. That price gets even lower with 37 per cent off for Prime Big Deal Days.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:12:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-garmin-deal-instinct-solar-smartwatch-sale/ We're on the second day of Prime Day here, and it's the last chance you get to add one of these fantastic Apple Watch deals to your cart. While some discounts may linger on past midnight, we'd play it safe and snag these timepieces while they're at a sure discounted price.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:16:01 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-apple-watch-deals/ This Prime Day hundreds of products are on sale, which means if you've been putting off spoiling yourself now is the time to indulge at a discount. If you're in the market for a new Apple Watch (lots of which are on major sale, by the way), you might as well add a band to your cart as well. And if you're just looking for a subtle, less pricey, way to upgrade your timepiece, these bands can make it feel like you splurged on a new watch. While a lot of these price drops make look minimal, it brings the price down to single digets, and every dollar makes a difference when you're filling up your Prime Day cart.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:00:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-band-prime-day-deals/ With Pixel Watch, Google built a lot of excitement. It had a lot going for it and more than one 'first' to lean on. For starters, it was Google's first homemade smartwatch and was the first WearOS watch to ship with Fitbit onboard. Top that off with a unique, stunning design; surely, it was a recipe for success.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-watch-2-review/ It's safe to say I saw the Garmin Epix Gen 2 as something of a game-changer when it first launched. It delivered all the abilities and advantages of the premium Garmin Fenix range but did it with a bright, vibrant and color-rich display that we hadn't seen on any of the Fenix models before then. Finally, we had the best of both worlds: ultra fitness and outdoor activity tracking AND a punchy AMOLED touchscreen without sacrificing too much in the battery life department. I absolutely loved it when I tested it at launch, but - at $800 - it wasn't cheap. Now, as part of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event, you can snag one for just $550, and it's worth every cent.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 11:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/i-loved-the-garmin-epix-gen-2-when-i-tested-it-and-youll-love-it-at-this-price/ Amazon's October Prime Day sales are now in full swing and there are some amazing deals to be had from iPads and AirPods, to SSDs and gaming headsets. If you've had something on your wishlist, then now is the time to look and see if there's a deal, and for those with an Apple Watch on their list, you're in luck. There is a cracking price on the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) for Amazon's Big Deals Day - which runs through 11 October - with $50 off both the 40mm and 44mm GPS only models. That means if you're quick - as in you don't have time to sleep on it even - you can pick the Watch SE (2022) up for $199 if you want the smaller model and $229 if you're after the larger model.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 11:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-2022-apple-watch-se-returns-to-its-lowest-price-ever-for-fall-prime-day/ Despite offering a user experience that is so simple the company doesn't even bother with instruction manuals, Apple products are famed for boasting a ton of handy features that are very easily missed. The launch of Apple Watch Ultra in 2022, and now an updated second generation model in the Apple Watch Ultra 2, arguably offers the most choice to Apple Watch customers to date. But like pretty much everything else in its product portfolio, there are a lot of clever features buried within the two devices that are just begging to be discovered.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:02:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-ultra-tips-and-tricks/ The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch SE look very similar, and while the designs are more or less identical, there's a lot that separates the two watches. For example, the Watch SE is the more affordable option designed for first-time smartwatch users or kids using Apple's Family Setup feature.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 23:01:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-series-9-vs-watch-se/ We're days away from Amazon's October Prime Day and we're already seeing some impressive discounts. Of course, when it comes to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, the discount is available everywhere, from the Samsung Store to Best Buy and Amazon. No matter where you want to place your order, you can get this superb new smartwatch for $30 off.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 17:04:46 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-watch-6-classic-deal/ If you are in the market for a tough, outdoors GPS smartwatch, now is arguably one of the best times to get your shop on, and the Garmin Instinct Crossover Solar is another to add to your growing list.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-instinct-crossover-solar-review/ Last year's capable Google Pixel Watch is now down to its lowest price point since last the summer's Prime Day festivities. Well, now, with the Prime Big Deal Days just around the corner, we're seeing the price drop again. This time, however, it may be for good.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 17:16:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pixel-watch-price-drop/ The second-generation Google Pixel Watch has landed, almost exactly a year since the first model was released, bringing with its better battery life, more advanced health tracking abilities, and Wear OS 4. So, how does it compare to its main competition in the Wear OS market? Galaxy Watch has been a popular choice for years, but could the Pixel Watch 2 make more sense for you?

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:56:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-watch-2-vs-samsung-galaxy-watch-6/ For the past few years, the Venu range from Garmin has been the one range designed for 'the average consumer' (whoever that is). But, from a company that's so used to producing watches and gadgets designed for specific niches, it's the model with the most broad appeal.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:11:44 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-venu-3-review/ Google's Pixel Watch 2 aims to solve issues from the original Pixel Watch, with battery life as a primary concern, and introduces features such as stress tracking, first seen on Fitbit trackers. Smartly, the company retained the Pixel Watch 2's connector for straps, ensuring easy attachment or detachment of bands as before.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 23:30:46 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-google-pixel-watch-2-bands/ The new Google Pixel 8 lineup and the Pixel Watch 2 are finally here, and they're looking absolutely gorgeous. The new devices were unveiled during the Made by Google 2023 event on October 4th, and were made available for pre-order soon after, allowing fans to get their hands on these sleek new devices.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:50:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-pixel-8-pixel-watch-2-pre-order-deals/ After months of rumours and speculation, the second-generation Google Pixel Watch has finally arrived. It brings with it an updated design as well as a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 5100 processor, so it could prove to be a fairly different experience from the first-generation watch.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 16:30:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-watch-2-rumours-release-date-specs-price-features/ Look at it from the outside; you might just think the Pixel Watch 2 is identical to the original. But is there more to it than that?

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:15:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-watch-2-vs-google-pixel-watch-1/ Alongside its next range of flagship Pixel smartphones, Google has unveiled its second-generation smartwatch: the Pixel Watch 2. It might look just like the first model, but there are plenty of new additions under the hood, including an ambition to be your whole health companion on your wrist.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:36:01 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-watch-2/ Google will be pulling the covers off its latest collection of devices its customary Made by Google event. It's a chance for Google to update us on progress on some of its core technologies, as well as giving us a look at the latest hardware.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-watch-the-pixel-8-launch-and-what-to-expect/ The Apple Watch is computer on your wrist that can do an incredible number of things, from controlling your smart home to giving you turn-by-turn directions. But possibly the most useful feature of all is using your Apple Watch to get your iPhone to make a noise, so that you can find it when you can't remember where you put it down. It can be a real lifesaver, especially when you're in a rush to head out.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 20:30:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-precision-finding-on-apple-watch-to-find-your-iphone/ Amazon's going big this fall with a newly renamed fall sales event - Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, which runs from 10-11 October 2023 and promises Prime Day-like savings.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 19:30:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/should-you-buy-an-apple-watch-on-prime-big-deal-days/ Casio makes a lot more than calculators these days and the G-Shock line of watches is as iconic as things come, but did you know that you can now kit your metaverse avatar out with a G-Shock watch of its very own? Probably not, but you can. And Casio has opened a special store of its own to help you do it.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:02:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/casio-opened-a-g-shock-metaverse-store-so-you-can-kit-your-avatar-out-in-style/ Since the launch of iOS 17, iPhone users have been able to share their contact details quickly and easily with other iPhone users using the NameDrop feature. And while NameDrop on iPhone makes sharing your number much quicker than it's been before, you still have to fish your iPhone out of your pocket or bag before you can swap details.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 22:29:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-namedrop-on-apple-watch/ Smartwatches have come on leaps and bounds since their inception, and the relatively recent integration of various voice assistants has only made interactions with your wrist-based tech quicker and easier.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 01:30:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-smartwatch-with-voice-assistant-integration/ Every Apple Watch model, whether it's a brand spanking new Ultra 2 or an older SE, comes with the same charging puck, and while it works really nicely, it's a little bit boring.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 23:01:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-charging-stand/ Smartwatches aren't just for adults anymore.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 17:30:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-smartwatch-for-kids/ When Casio engineer Kikuo Ibe introduced the G-shock in 1983, he aimed to build some of the world's strongest watches. And after 200 tries, he got the brand to a point where it pretty much lives up to its "Absolute Toughness" slogan, with some models resisting up to 200 meters of water and boasting a ten-year life battery.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 02:28:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-g-shock-watch/ For years, Samsung has been right at the top of the smartwatch pile, delivering the most easy-to-recommend smartwatches for Android phone users, thanks to a combination of great features, competitive prices and durable build. With the rise of powerful Snapdragon Wear 5+ Gen 1 watches like the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, can it still compete?

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:01:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-watch6-review/ Admittedly, I'm a horrible Apple Watch owner. When I actually remember to place my 44mm Series 8 on its charger, I can't seem to forget how the signature squircle design sits a bit too bulkily on my smaller wrist. And no matter how much faster, longer lasting, or powerful the Series 9 may be, I doubt the upgrades are enough to break my habits.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:24:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/4-things-i-use-the-apple-health-app-for-everyday-and-you-should-too/ The rise in popularity of fitness tracking smartwatches and wearables means we now have the power to obtain a reliable, holistic picture of our overall well-being, fitness levels and, perhaps more importantly, just how stressed out we actually are.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:15:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-sleep-tracker/ Casio is no stranger to a new G-Shock release and the latest is here - say hello to the G-Shock Mudmaster GWG-B1000. Because you're probably going to want one of these wearables.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:09:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-casio-g-shock-mudmaster-gwg-b1000-is-a-dust-and-mud-resistant-monster-of-a-watch/ The Apple Watch is a great device to help you improve your fitness, whilst also offering smartphone notifications. Whether you're hoping to get fit through running, cycling, swimming or various machines at the gym, or whether you are just trying to motivate yourself to get off the sofa, Apple's wearable does plenty more than alert you to a new message or email.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 23:15:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-workout-rings-challenges-fitness-app-explained/ The Apple Watch has been around for nearly a decade, and while the overall design hasn't changed a great deal in that time, there are still a number of models to choose from. The decision on which Apple Watch model is right for you will depend on a number of factors, budget being one, along with what features are important to you and how big of a device you want on your wrist.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 21:16:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch/ For a while in the smartwatch market, it seemed a lot of major tech companies were avoiding Google's Wear OS platform and - instead - opting to build their own software instead. Over the past couple of years though, that's changed.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/xiaomi-watch-2-pro-hands-on/ The Apple Watch Series 9 has just been released, boasting a raft of updates and new software that is sure to have Apple Watch fans gunning for an upgrade. But even the latest and greatest launches from Cupertino can benefit from some choice accessories.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 18:45:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-accessories/ The Apple Watch Ultra 2 launched alongside the Watch Series 9 and iPhone 15 with the typical fanfare and bluster recently, boasting the brand’s latest ultra-fast processor, double-tap gesture control and a host of other software upgrades to convince new buyers away from their Garmins, Polars and Suuntos, while simultaneously tempting diehard Apple fans to upgrade from the original.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:18:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-ultra-2-review/ Another week, another product release from Garmin. With so many new products being released by the fitness and wearables brand, it can be hard to keep track. The company released two new smartwatches within the space of a month, with the launch of the Garmin Venu 3 being closely followed by the Garmin Vivoactive 5. What's the difference between these two smartwatches, and which one should you choose? We go head-to-head with the Garmin Vivoactive 5 vs Venu 3 to help you decide.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-vivoactive-5-vs-venu-3-whats-the-difference/ The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is probably Apple's most durable smartwatch ever, but its display can still be scratched relatively easily if you brush up against some rocks while hiking or take it out on some more exciting adventures.

]]> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:01:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-watch-ultra-2-screen-protector/ Xiaomi has launched a new smartwatch, and this one comes with something we've not seen from the popular tech manufacturer yet: Wear OS.

]]> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:30:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/xiaomi-watch-2-pro-news-specs-price/ Golfers crave knowledge. They want to know it all, whether it's learning a new tweak for their swing or understanding the layout of a course they're getting ready to play. For the latter, the Garmin Approach S70 has every feature a golfer could ever want. It builds on the legacy of the beloved Garmin Approach S62 with a new, more vibrant AMOLED display, improved course maps, and number of other tweaks, meaning this watch could become the most powerful tool in a golfer's arsenal.

]]> Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:17:52 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/garmin-approach-s70-review/ A few weeks ago, Apple introduced it's latest and greatest Apple Watch, but that doesn't mean that the previous iteration isn't just as great of an option. In fact, opting for the Series 8 opposed to the Apple Watch may be just the right move given the heavy discount we're seeing right now and subtle upgrades. Ultimately, when you're picking an Apple Watch, it boils down to whether or not you're willing to pay a couple of hundred dollars extra for a few minor changes.

]]> Mon, 25 Sep 2023 15:13:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-watch-8-deal-100-off/