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Hands-on Review: OPPO Watch 2020 gives Apple a run for its money

Thu, 24th Sep 2020
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OPPO's 2020 smartwatch challenges the dominance of the Apple Watch with its sleek design, impressive performance, and full range of features.
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Work it: Apple's new Watch series puts huge focus on health & fitness

Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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It's time… for new additions to the Apple Watch series, with the announcement of the Apple Watch Series 6 and the Apple Watch SE, and the new Fitness+ app.
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COVID-19 features to drive smartwatch sales

Tue, 15th Sep 2020
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COVID-19 features in smartwatches are set to boost adoption in Asia Pacific, despite reduced consumer spending, says GlobalData.
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COVID-19 features to further drive smartwatch uptake in APAC

Fri, 11th Sep 2020
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COVID-19 pandemic reduces consumer spending on smartwatches, but advanced features may drive adoption in Asia-Pacific, says GlobalData.
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Fitbit's new products want to help manage your stress levels

Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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Fitbit unveils new smartwatches, including the advanced Fitbit Sense with stress management and heart rate monitoring capabilities.
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OPPO Watch debuts featuring a 'world-first' 3D hyperboloid screen

Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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With OPPO's growing reputation for style, reliability and innovation, I confidently think they're onto a winner.
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Research: Wearables market to grow by 137% by 2024

Fri, 14th Aug 2020
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COVID-19 has bolstered the global wearables market, driving increased usage and innovation in disease tracking and patient monitoring, according to GlobalData.
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Apple's new watchOS 7 features handwashing detection, new watch faces

Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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At WWDC, Apple reveals watchOS 7 with handwashing detection, sleep tracking, and customisable watch faces, aiming to enhance health and wellness.
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Worldwide smartphone market sees strong growth in first quarter of 2020

Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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Despite the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, worldwide smartwatch shipments reached 14.3 million units in the first quarter 2020, up 12% year on year.
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Apple still owns growing wearables market, says GlobalData

Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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While many consumers cannot afford the latest Apple Watch, there is an untapped demand for cheaper smartwatches.
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Wearable payment options sweeping Australia

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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New research from Bankwest shows that having the option to pay with wearable tech is becoming more appealing than ever.
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Hands-on Review: Apple Watch series 5 (Cellular)

Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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No more attaching the phone to your bicep on runs, no more holding the phone on the dance floor because your skinny jeans are too skinny.
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Momentum across APAC drives wearable band market as Fitbit falters

Wed, 18th Dec 2019
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Momentum across APAC drives a 65% surge in the wearable band market in Q3 2019, with Xiaomi dominating as Fitbit's market share dips amidst acquisition talks.
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Cellular Apple Watch Series 5 available from Spark today

Fri, 13th Dec 2019
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For $12.99 a month, the One Number Wearable Plan lets users share their primary plan's minutes and texts and get unlimited data on the watch through an e-sim.
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Hands-on Review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5

Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
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Hands-on Review: Fitbit Versa 2 upgrades battery life, display, and adds Alexa

Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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We look at whether it holds up as the all-day companion for the modern tech-savvy consumer – and that's a space it does really well in.
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Apple brings always-on display to the Watch Series 5

Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Both Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) and (GPS + Cellular) models will be available in stores beginning Friday, 20 September.
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Concerns around smart device privacy continues to grow

Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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A rising 41% of Australians worry smart devices listen in on them, while 28% report unwanted virtual assistant interactions, demanding better privacy laws.
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Fitbit launches Versa 2 with Amazon Alexa, announces new subscription service

Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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Fitbit unveils the Versa 2 smartwatch with Amazon Alexa integration, Spotify control, and advanced sleep features, alongside a new subscription service.
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Fossil's smartwatches will let iPhone users make calls

Tue, 6th Aug 2019
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Smartwatch maker Fossil Group might just be trying to edge out Apple's massive investment in smartwatches like the Apple Watch.