Watches

Samsung Unpacked 2026 Goes Big on Foldables, AI, and Smarter Galaxy Watches

Samsung launched a gaggle of new devices at its summer Unpacked event in London today. There was a lot of “new” at the event, including some new branding, some new features, and even a new form factor. All told, six new devices are coming in just two weeks at a variety of price points. Samsung is launching the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, the Galaxy Z Flip 8, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, and the Galaxy Watch 9 in two sizes — 44mm and 40mm. Here are the highlights from the event.

Health and Fitness, Reviews

Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 Review: A 51mm Titanium Beast That’s Built for Big Wrists and Bigger Adventures

The Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 might as well have been made for me, and I’m still not sure that’s a wholly good thing. Don’t get me wrong, it nails everything it set out to do, but the first thought I had when I pulled it from the box was simple: LARGE. This is a 51mm, Grade 5 titanium-topped statement piece with a bright 1.5″ AMOLED display, and it looks like it means business from across the room. For bigger folks like me, that “finally feels normal” fit is a win. For smaller wrists, it’s going to be a love-it-or-leave-it situation.

News & Features

AT&T Wants to Fix the “First Phone” Problem with the New amiGO Jr. Phone, a Smartphone Built Just for Kids

Giving a child their first smartphone has become one of modern parenting’s more fraught milestones, sitting somewhere between handing over a house key and giving them the car keys, except the smartphone is also a portal to everything wonderful and deeply questionable about the internet. For years, parents have faced an unsatisfying binary choice: hand down an old iPhone and hope for the best, or opt for a stripped-down “kid phone” that often felt more like a plastic toy than a serious communication tool. The new AT&T amiGO Jr. Phone is an attempt to redraw that line.

Events, News & Features

Motorola Razr Fold Signals Motorola’s Big Bet on Foldables, AI, and a Smarter Connected Ecosystem

Motorola used Lenovo Tech World 2026 to introduce the motorola razr fold, a new foldable phone that signals where the company thinks phones are headed next. This was not just a hardware moment. Motorola also rolled out a unified artificial intelligence platform, teased a wearable AI companion, and showed off a FIFA-themed razr that will test the willpower of soccer fans everywhere. Taken together, the announcements paint a picture of Motorola aiming for devices that work together quietly in the background instead of constantly asking for your attention.

Health and Fitness, Reviews

WAVwatch Review: Can a $697 Sound Frequency Watch Really Improve Your Health?

I’ve written a lot of reviews for Gear Diary, and this is the first time I’ve been genuinely stumped about how to approach a wearable product. I can confirm the WAVwatch 2.0 works, but does it WORK? If you’re confused, read on, so we can be confused together.

News & Features

Nomad Stratos Is the Titanium Apple Watch Band That Knows How to Flex

If you’ve ever worn a metal Apple Watch band and thought, “This thing moves about as gracefully as a tank tread,” the new Nomad Stratos band might restore your faith in metal. This is a hybrid band built for real life, not just glossy product photos. It combines the strength and sleekness of titanium with the comfort and give of FKM rubber, which means it looks classy enough for a client meeting but feels relaxed enough for your morning run. Priced at $179 in the US, €179 in Europe, or $259 in Canada, the Stratos is positioned as a premium…

Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features

Two Sizes, One Tough Watch: the Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Brings Titanium Design and All-Day Adventure Features

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro smartwatch is not shy about what it wants to be. This is not the delicate dress watch you’d wear to a wedding. It’s the wrist companion for those who think a good time involves mud, sweat, snow, or the occasional backcountry scramble. With titanium in its design, a flashlight tucked right into the case, and enough battery life to outlast most vacations, the T-Rex 3 Pro has arrived for anyone who wants their gear to pull double duty; it looks sharp in the office but can survive a weekend on a mountain.

Health and Fitness, Reviews

Suunto Run Review: Tap Into Your Fitness Potential with the Ultimate Workout Companion

If you spend any time reading up on fitness watches, you probably know the name Suunto. They’re a Finnish company that lives and breathes fitness and outdoor exploration; they started in 1936 making compasses, and now they make everything from watches to headphones and heart rate sensors. We were excited to get the chance to test out their Suunto Run watch, and it’s clear this was made by a company that loves fitness!

News & Features

Samsung’s New Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and Watch8: Tempting Upgrades or More Evolution Than Revolution

Samsung has once again raided its innovation lab to launch the Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Watch8, aiming to tempt everyone from casual fitness fans to unapologetic phone obsessives into upgrading. From the new Watch8 series designed to nudge your health habits to the Z Flip7 that folds neatly into your pocket and the powerful Galaxy Z Fold7 that turns into a mini workstation, this lineup covers it all. Whether these devices will genuinely improve your daily life or simply leave your wallet gasping for air, here’s everything announced and why you might actually care.

Gear Bits

UPDATED: OnePlus Watch 3 Debuts February 18 with Sleek Design and 16-Day Battery Life

If you’ve been waiting for a smartwatch that looks as good as it performs, OnePlus has something new on the horizon. The OnePlus Watch 3 is set to launch on February 18 in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and it’s bringing a combination of classic design, improved durability, and impressive battery life. Available in two colors—Emerald Titanium and Obsidian Titanium—this premium smartwatch keeps OnePlus’s signature look while upgrading materials and performance. Whether tracking workouts, managing notifications, or wanting a watch that won’t die on you after a day or two, the OnePlus Watch 3 is built to keep up.

Reviews, Health and Fitness

Amazfit T-Rex 3 Review: A Rugged, Feature-Packed Upgrade for Outdoor Enthusiasts

I was excited to be offered the Amazfit T-Rex 3 to test and review; I have been an Amazfit fan for years. The GTR 2 was my “sleek, dress up,” and first Amazfit watch, and the original T-Rex has been my daily wear for the last several years. It didn’t take long for me to realize that the first-gen model T-Rex to the new T-Rex 3 was a massive upgrade. It offers 170+ sports modes, up to three weeks of battery life, dual-band GPS, upgraded health monitoring, and many other amazing features.

Gear Bits

Hit a Home Run with the CasioXBaseballism Walk-Off DW6900BI24-1: A G-Shock Collaboration Worth Celebrating

Sometimes, when two classics meet up, it’s an alarming thing. For example, pears are a classical fruit, mayonnaise is a staple condiment, and cheese is always welcome. Except…not together, unless you’re the author of this recipe, in which case, who hurt you? Sometimes, though, merging two classics makes something beautiful, like this G-ShockXBaseballism Walk-Off DW6900BI24-1 collaboration!

Crowdfunding, Gear Bits

The Spectra Smartwatch Is a Hackable, User-Repairable Wearable for the Maker Community

Pocuter Inc., the creators of Pocuter One, a coin-sized microcomputer, is launching a Kickstarter campaign for the Spectra smartwatch. This wearable aims to open the world of high-end smartwatches to the maker community. Atypical in the closed world of high-end smartwatches, the Spectra allows unprecedented access for hacking and user-repairability.

Events, News & Features

The Amazfit T-Rex 3: A Rugged Smartwatch Built for Everyday Adventures

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 is a rugged smartwatch that merges durability with smart features to create a versatile tool for those who love to stay active, whether scaling a mountain or simply going for a morning jog. Packed with upgrades from its predecessor, the T-Rex 3 aims to be the ultimate companion for anyone looking to explore the great outdoors—or just their own backyard.

Gear Bits, Events

Withings ScanWatch Nova Brilliant Edition: The Perfect Blend of Luxury Dive Watch Design and Health Technology in a Slightly Smaller 39mm Size

The just-announced Withings ScanWatch Nova Brilliant Edition is a stylish yet practical hybrid smartwatch that combines the elegance of classic design with the functionality of cutting-edge health technology. It stands out for its refined aesthetics and durable construction. This smartwatch is designed to complement both casual and formal outfits and is available in titanium silver and a striking bicolor silver and gold finish.

The author's husband wearing the Withings ScanWatch Nova.

Reviews, Health and Fitness

Withings ScanWatch Nova Review: The Ultimate Dive-Style Hybrid Watch Gets Even Better

In 2022, I reviewed the Withings ScanWatch Horizon. I called it the perfect combination of the chunky stainless diving-style watches that I love with the added benefit of accurate, advanced health-metrics tracking that even the most expensive diving-style watches can’t provide. Two years later, the Horizon has been refreshed as the Withings ScanWatch Nova. As you’ll see, the Nova is a very handsome hybrid smartwatch that gathers accurate health-tracking metrics while looking stylish. But, of course, Withings has added even more features to make the latest luxury ScanWatch even more compelling.

Reviews, Health and Fitness

OnePlus Watch 2 Review: It’s Close to Android Smartwatch Perfection

Android users have long expressed frustration with the lack of compelling Wear OS smartwatch options compared to the seamless integration and features enjoyed by Apple Watch users through the iOS ecosystem. We’ve seen multiple companies try and fail at Android Watches for multiple reasons, including a lack of features or simply horrific battery life. The OnePlus Watch 2 aims to tackle these issues with a premium design that uses a dual-engine architecture with two flagship chipsets to optimize performance so the Watch 2 can deliver up to 100 hours of battery life in Smart Mode with full Google apps integration.

Gear Bits, Events, Health and Fitness

Garmin Recognizes Women Need Devices That Work as Hard as They Do!

Garmin is synonymous with excellence in GPS tracking for athletic activities. But also, when most people think of Garmin, they think of big, chunky running watches. It’s safe to say that most GPS watches aren’t designed for aesthetics first, but Garmin has some cool ideas up their (sweat-wicking) sleeves to make fitness tracking a lot more comfortable. First of all, if you’re someone who has ever had to wear a support garment under their shirt, you’ll know that chest straps can often get in the way of sports bras. Garmin is trying to solve that with the HRM-Fit. It’s designed…

Health and Fitness, Gear Bits

The 42mm Withings ScanWatch Nova Blends Luxury Diver Watch Aesthetics with Advanced Health Tracking Capabilities

Withings has introduced its latest hybrid smartwatch, the ScanWatch Nova. An update to the 2022 ScanWatch Horizon that I wear every day, the 42mm Withings ScanWatch Nova is a luxurious hybrid smartwatch tailored for health enthusiasts. It seamlessly blends stylish diver watch aesthetics with advanced health-tracking capabilities, making it perfect for those who love wearing this style watch but need something smarter to track their sleep, steps, heart rate, and much more.

Events, News & Features

Withings ScanWatch 2 and ScanWatch Light Will Offer Even More Exceptional Health Tracking Options

One of the best smartwatches I’ve ever used is the 43mm Withings ScanWatch; it tracks my sleep, steps, heart rate, SpO2, ECG, and much more. I rely on it so much that it only leaves my wrist for recharging about once a month. All that to say, I didn’t think there was much room or need for improvement, but of course, Withings has found a way. They’ve just introduced their second generation of ScanWatch, including the flagship Withings ScanWatch 2 and the attractively priced ScanWatch Light. Let’s take a look at these new watches and the features that they’ll offer.

News & Features

Samsung Unpacked Introduces Latest Folding Flagships, the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5; Are You Ready to Upgrade?

At this morning’s Samsung Unpacked event in Seoul, details were revealed regarding the brand’s latest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5. But unlike previous years, Samsung’s no longer one of the (very) few foldable readily available with US carrier financing. Now, we can choose from the Google Pixel Fold, the updated Motorola Razr, and, if the rumors hold true, an upcoming OnePlus device. With more Android foldable choices available, we’ll soon know if the latest Samsung Galaxy offerings will be enough to keep its future-forward users loyal; in the meantime, let’s discuss Samsung’s latest flagship releases.

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