Apple sweetens trade-in values for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even some Android phones

Apple has raised its US trade-in estimates across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, with some devices up nearly 30 percent since May. The bump also adds several Android phones to the list.

Pranob Mehrotra     August 6

Gemini’s revamped Wear OS design is finally rolling out, and it was worth the wait

Gemini on Wear OS is trading its full screen app for a slick new overlay that finally matches Android phones, complete with live transcripts and a smarter mic indicator.

Rachit Agarwal     August 6

Pubs and restaurants are treating Meta’s smart glasses like hidden cameras, and I’m completely on board

Restaurants, pubs, private clubs, and theatres are restricting Meta’s camera-equipped glasses, reviving the privacy backlash that helped make Google Glass socially radioactive.

Vikhyaat Vivek     August 6

Viture’s lightest smart glasses yet still put a massive 146-inch screen in front of your eyes

The Viture Pro 2 trims weight and thickness while adding brighter displays, improved eye adjustments, and a wider field of view, alongside a smaller Switch 2-ready dock.

Vikhyaat Vivek     August 6

A cheaper Galaxy Watch with more than a week of battery life may be in the works

References found inside the Galaxy Wearable app point to a new Samsung smartwatch codenamed Galaxy Aero that could run RTOS instead of Wear OS and last more than a week between charges.

S. Kumar Manglam     August 5

The Pixel Tag may be Google’s answer to AirTag, right down to the price

Google’s rumored Pixel Tag may cost just 10 cents less than an AirTag, leaving Android integration and still-unconfirmed tracking hardware to justify the nearly identical price.

Paulo Vargas     August 5

Google Assistant finally has a shutdown date, and it’s only weeks away

Google will begin phasing out Assistant on eligible mobile devices from September 4, replacing it with Gemini while leaving some unsupported devices, cars, and smart-home hardware temporarily unaffected.

Paulo Vargas     August 5

The Pixel Watch 5 just leaked in full before Google’s August 12 event

Google’s next smartwatch could lean heavily on Gemini, sleep tracking, and safety features as most of the Pixel Watch 4 hardware carries over.

S. Kumar Manglam     August 4

Australia just set a horrific example for creep behavior with low-cost smartglasses

Kmart's budget AI smart glasses are flying off shelves, but they're also reigniting a heated debate over privacy, surveillance, and whether wearable cameras have become a little too normal.

Shimul Sood     August 3

Apple’s next big health bet could be turning glasses and headsets into fitness companions.

A new Apple job listing suggests the company wants health and fitness features to become a major part of its future glasses and headsets.

S. Kumar Manglam     August 2

The Moto Watch Ultra could revive Motorola’s premium smartwatch ambitions

Alleged Moto Watch Ultra renders show a 46mm stainless steel case, LTE connectivity, built-in GPS, and water resistance up to 50 metres.

S. Kumar Manglam     August 1

Google’s long-awaited AirTag rival just leaked ahead of launch under a familiar name

The Pixel Tag has leaked ahead of Google's big event, hinting that lost keys and wallets may soon be easier to find.

Shimul Sood     August 1

A smart glasses detector is now among the top paid apps on Apple’s App Store

A $2.99 app that scans for nearby smart glasses has become one of the App Store’s top paid downloads amid growing camera anxiety.

S. Kumar Manglam     July 31

DuckDuckGo’s new smart glasses come with zero AI and 100% shade

DuckDuckGo and Knockaround just launched $35 sunglasses with no camera, no mic, and no AI, a cheeky jab at every smart glasses brand recording strangers without asking.

Rachit Agarwal     July 31

Apple’s new Upgrade plan won’t punish missed payments with restrictions, but three strikes could end your lease

Apple says missed payments under its Klarna-backed Upgrade plan will not restrict apps or device features, although three consecutive missed payments can terminate the lease.

S. Kumar Manglam     July 29

Nothing’s first proper smartwatch could be the wrist candy Android needs

Nothing’s first smartwatch under its main brand may arrive in September for under $300, bringing the company’s unmistakable design language to a fiercely competitive market.

Vikhyaat Vivek     July 28

Google could soon let you unlock your Pixel Watch with your phone

Google is reportedly working on a way to unlock your Pixel Watch with your phone, essentially flipping the existing Watch Unlock feature.

Pranob Mehrotra     July 27

A new iPhone app can sniff out Meta smart glasses lurking nearby

AntiZuck turns an iPhone into a local smart-glasses scanner, alerting users to nearby Meta Ray-Bans and other supported devices without requiring an account or collecting data.

Vikhyaat Vivek     July 27

Apple’s smartwatches will look the same for at least another year, or two

Bloomberg reports Apple's Series 12 and Ultra 4 smartwatches will skip a design overhaul this year, focusing instead on health features.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 26

Apple’s smart glasses are running late because they don’t want to stir a privacy storm

Apple’s smart glasses may not reach consumers until late 2027 as the company works out how to add cameras without compromising privacy.

S. Kumar Manglam     July 26

Shopping for back-to-school? These are the smartwatches I’d actually wear to class

Shopping for a back-to-school smartwatch? Here are seven picks on Amazon, from budget fitness bands to the latest Apple Watch.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 26

Qualcomm is set to ratchet up chip prices in September, and your next gadget upgrade could bear the brunt

Qualcomm has informed customers of double-digit chip price increases effective September 1, 2026, citing exhausted supplier cost absorption and failed alternative sourcing.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 25

Slacked off all summer? Here are 3 fitness trackers that’ll help you stay accountable as you head back to school

Summer break did a number on your fitness goals? These three fitness trackers take very different approaches to keeping you accountable this semester.

Pranob Mehrotra     July 25

Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Watch Series 11: Has Apple finally met its smartwatch match?

A detailed comparison between Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 and Apple's Watch Series 11, covering displays, chips, health features, pricing, and which one actually wins.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 24

Instagram is finally going after Ray-Ban Meta-wearing creeps

Instagram has started banning accounts that post footage captured secretly using Ray-Ban Meta glasses.

Pranob Mehrotra     July 24

Ultrahuman’s biggest update ever ditches charts for actual advice

Ultrahuman's Emerald update redesigns the app and adds UltraSphere, a decision engine that turns your ring's data into simple advice, even without internet.

Rachit Agarwal     July 23

The best Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 diving features will reportedly cost you extra

Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is finally built for diving, but a new report suggests the app that unlocks advanced diving features will come with a subscription.

Pranob Mehrotra     July 23

Pixel Watch 5 could get more memory and almost nothing else

A Google Play Console listing suggests the Pixel Watch 5 will retain familiar Qualcomm CPU and GPU hardware while increasing memory from 2GB to 3GB.

S. Kumar Manglam     July 22

Samsung enters the AI glasses race with Gemini-powered Intelligent Eyewear

Samsung unveiled its first intelligent eyewear at Galaxy Unpacked, built with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The glasses run Gemini AI, offering hands-free translation, note taking, and navigation for everyday wear.

Manisha Priyadarshini     July 22

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 gets Google’s Gemini Intelligence before the Pixel 11

Google announces new Gemini features for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8, and Watch 9, including expanded task automation, Gemini Notebook, and easier iPhone switching.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 22

Galaxy Watch 9 brings a new chip, bigger batteries, One UI 9 Watch, and a $30 price hike

Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 launches in the US with a new Snapdragon Wear Elite chip, AI health features, and pricing starting at $379.99, up from the Watch 8.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 22

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 launched with brighter display, larger battery and new fitness features

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 with a larger battery, Snapdragon Wear Elite chip, brighter display and new AI-powered health features.

Moinak Pal     July 22

XR could pull webtoons off your phone and into the room

ComiXR takes webtoons beyond the screen by placing characters and dialogue around a room, using eye tracking, spatial audio, and haptic feedback to turn reading into an immersive XR experience.

Paulo Vargas     July 22

Garmin’s new Fitbit Air rival has 80 workout modes and avoids the frustrating subscription trap

Garmin’s CIRQA costs twice as much as the Fitbit Air, though its longer battery life, extensive workout support, and subscription-free software could justify the premium.

Vikhyaat Vivek     July 21

The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is finally ready to dive, and the Watch 9 40mm gets a bigger battery

A fresh Galaxy Watch leak corrects an earlier battery claim and reveals that the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 may finally be suitable for freediving and scuba diving.

S. Kumar Manglam     July 20

Bose’s next QuietComfort headphones could steal the Ultra’s best features

A new leak suggests Bose's QuietComfort headphones are finally getting a refresh — with smarter features, a redesigned look, and no price increase.

Shimul Sood     July 20

Camera anxiety is changing how young adults party

Students say they can't fully relax on a night out anymore, caught between camera-happy promoters and glasses that look nothing like a recording device.

Pranob Mehrotra     July 20

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 marketing images leak, backing up battery, display, and chip rumors

Leaked marketing images of the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 corroborate weeks of rumors about the battery, display, and chip upgrades.

Pranob Mehrotra     July 20