Apple Watch was launched ten years ago on September 9, 2014

It feels like we've always had Apple Watches, but even a decade after its announcement, it's also still a product that feels new. Yet as well as all these years it's been on sale, you can trace rumors of Apple's work on it back at least another five to around 2010.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 6

FDA approves iPhone connectible Dexcom G7 glucose monitor

The FDA has approved Dexcom's G7 wearable for glucose monitoring for people with all types of diabetes, and the company expects it hit pharmacy shelves in 2023.

Andrew Orr 2 years ago 8

Google's Fitbit recalls 1.7 million Ionic smartwatches over burn hazard

Google-owned wearables company Fitbit is recalling its Ionic smartwatches because of the potential for the device's battery to overheat and cause burn, according to the U.S. Product Safety Commission.

Mike Peterson 3 years ago 8

Apple may make smart necklaces, bracelets, and key rings

Apple already uses the term "wearables" to cover the Apple Watch and AirPods, but now it could be looking to expand into many more items from key rings and door knob hoops, to bracelets and necklaces.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 2

Apple, Meta on 'collision course' in wearables, home, and AR markets

The rivalry between Apple and Meta appears to be mostly about privacy, but competition around augmented reality, wearables, and smart home devices could be brewing between the two tech giants.

Mike Peterson 3 years ago 14

Apple keeps lead in growing smartwatch market as fitness bands decline

The Apple Watch is maintaining its dominance of the smartwatch industry as the market for more basic wrist-worn devices like fitness trackers continues to decline.

Mike Peterson 3 years ago 2

Apple's wearables revenue surpasses Mac and iPad in Q3

After trailing behind both the Mac and iPad sales in Apple's last quarter, revenue from wearables including Apple Watch have now exceeded both.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 6

Upright Go 2 review: tells you to sit up straight for better posture

The Upright Go 2 aims to help you sit up straighter and reduce your back pain with a clever, tiny wearable that tells you to stop slouching.

Amber Neely 4 years ago 7

Apple wearables grew the least year-over-year in Q2 2021

Apple's Wearables, Home, and Accessories momentum appears to be slowing down, with the company reporting 24.7% growth in the segment during its second quarter of 2021.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 5

Muse S review: a meditation coach you can wear

The Muse S is a headband and iPhone app combo that can teach you to meditate using real-time biofeedback.

Will Shanklin 4 years ago 6

Apple Watch, AirPods continued to dominate wearables market in Q4 2020

Apple continues to dominate the wearables industry, with both the AirPods and Apple Watch leading industry shipments.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 3

Facebook developing smartwatch with health, messaging features

Facebook is reportedly developing a smartwatch with both health and messaging features in an apparent bid to compete with the Apple Watch.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 47

Oura Ring review: a good complement to the Apple Watch

AppleInsider reviews the Oura Ring, a fashionable wearable that tracks key sleep measurements and can alert you to subtle health or bodily changes.

Will Shanklin 4 years ago 19

Wearables, Mac, iPad expected to sustain Apple's growth into 2021

Despite a lack of clarity about growth expectations for the iPhone 12, investment bank JP Morgan says investors should expect "modest returns" in 2021 on the strength of wearables, Apple Silicon Macs, and the iPad.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 2

Apple Watch, AirPods market expansion edges out overall segment growth

Apple's wearables business grew 38.6% year-over-year in the third quarter of 2020, outpacing the broader market, while the Apple Watch segment grew 75% in the same period.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 6

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