Wearables

Good news for Wear OS users! WhatsApp has launched its own app for Android smartwatches. Now, you can use WhatsApp directly on your smartwatch without needing a smartphone nearby. Google had hinted about this app at their developer conference and it's finally here!The convenience of WhatsApp on Wear OSThe CEO of Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, announced the release of the long-awaited WhatsApp smartwatch app. Starting from Wednesday, Wear OS users can enjoy a whole new level of convenience. They can start chats, reply to…

Last week, Samsung applied to trademark the “Samsung Circle,” “Samsung Index,” and “Samsung Insight” names with the UK Intellectual Property Office. The plot thickened since. Not only has Samsung reapplied to trademark similar monikers in South Korea, but three new monikers surfaced: Galaxy One, Galaxy Pulse, and Galaxy Rhythm. Although this isn’t the first time a Samsung trademark application hints at a new type of wearable device being in the works, we can’t recall a time when Samsung applied for so many subsequent…

Samsung has officially announced the launch date for its Galaxy Unpacked event, where the company will unveil a host of products including the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 foldable phones.Samsung Galaxy Unpacked date, time, live streamYou will be able to tune in to Galaxy Unpacked on July 26, 7 PM IST through Samsung’s official website and YouTube channel. The event will be live-streamed and should include all details on the brand’s upcoming devices. The company has also started a pre-reserve session in India ahead of the…

There’s still a long road to AI-powered diabetes tech. Under both United States and United Kingdom medical device regulations, commercially available automated insulin delivery systems—without AI—fall in the highest risk class. AI-driven systems are in the early stages of development, so conversations about how they should be regulated are only just beginning.Emerson’s experiment was entirely virtual—testing AI-assisted insulin delivery in people raises a host of safety concerns. In a life-or-death situation like insulin…

Although smartwatches feel like they’ve remained the only relevant smart wearables in the mainstream, Samsung still seems to be toying with the idea of developing other types of clever accessories. Or, at the very least, Samsung’s occasional trademark applications keep reminding us that the world of smart devices could be more diverse. Samsung kicked off the week by securing three new trademarks at the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO). Intriguingly, the trademarks are for the “Samsung Circle,” “Samsung Index,” and…

New Delhi, Jun 26 (PTI) A new type of AI capable of generating new and original content, designer phages, flexible batteries and sustainable aviation fuel are among the technologies poised to have the most positive impact on the world in the next 3-5 years, the WEF said on Monday.Listing the top ten such emerging technologies, the WEF said the list also includes wearable plant sensors, metaverse for mental health, spatial omics, flexible neural electronics, sustainable computing and AI-facilitated healthcare. The WEF's…

Apple Watch Series 8 Andy Boxall/Digital Trends In many ways, choosing the best smartwatch or fitness wearable is even more difficult than choosing a new smartphone. After all, you’ll actually wear it — sometimes for 24 hours a day — and it’s likely to be seen more often than a phone, which spends time in your pocket or bag. It’s vitally important you make the right choice. That’s where Digital Trends comes in. We wear, test, and fully review all the latest wearable products from the big names in tech like Apple,…

International Yoga Day 2023: In our fast-paced routines, it has become tricky to find the time to hit the gym or go out for a run to ensure good health. While having a brief workout at home can be an alternative to hitting the gym, it is not an ideal solution, especially for the elderly or those with issues such as arthritis. However, Yoga is the perfect solution in such cases. Its varied asanas improve breathing, improve brain function, and reduces stress.On this International Yoga Day, if you cannot go to a yoga class…

Byju's is at it again! The edtech major is undertaking another major round of layoffs which is expected to impact at least 500-1,000 full time employees across teams. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.Also in this letter:■ WinZo cofounder on 28% tax on gaming firms■ Research firms give thumbs-up to Indian wearables■ Will Coinswitch click in India’s online broking space?Byju’s undertakes another round of layoffs It’s been a bad June for Byju’s. The beleaguered edtech major is letting go of a further 500-1,000…

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023Samsung will launch at least six new devices at its upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event in Seoul. This is according to a bunch of promo material leaked by Evan Blass on Twitter. Here, we can see the new Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, Galaxy Watch 6, and the Galaxy Buds 3. The leaked images pretty much confirm the entire lineup of new Samsung devices. There’s also going to be a Galaxy Watch 6 Classic which is reportedly bringing back the rotating bezel…