smartwatch
Latest smartwatch news
![Amazfit Balance smartwatch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AoGkhzZyUfn2ygkjcD3aWG-320-80.jpeg)
This software update gives your Amazfit watch new AI-powered voice controls
By Dave Golder published
Software update brings ZeppOS 3.5 to the Amazfit range, including Zepp Flow, a new way to interact with your watch
![Skier checks smartwatch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QwhesLPEGnhzY9BV383aQR-320-80.jpg)
"An alarming number of 911 calls" – this Apple Watch feature is wreaking havoc at ski resorts
By Julia Clarke published
Officials urge caution among skiers as local 911 sees an influx of emergency calls
![BlitzWolf BW-HL5 Ultra](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tX7cHdcFeuAPCnraCyeUci-320-80.jpeg)
Can this $30 smartwatch really offer reliable fitness tracking?
By Dave Golder published
According to its manufacturer, the BlitzWolf BW-HL5 can do it all, including monitoring blood sugar and pressure – is it too good to be true?
![5 reasons you need a power bank: power banks and phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hXtdKAtUd6tTMbErXN7Wr9-320-80.jpg)
5 reasons you need a power bank: portable power is a no brainer
By Alex Foxfield published
We reveal our 5 reasons you need a power bank for your outdoor adventures and consider the various gadgets that can be juiced up on the trail
![Withings ScanWatch Nova](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/feMsDMSfe4WPR4pWVjgS93-320-80.jpeg)
Withings launches the ScanWatch Nova, a luxury dive watch with smartwatch-style fitness tracking
By Dave Golder published
Because not all heath-tracking timepieces have to look like circular iPad minis, the ScanWatch Nova oozes sophisticated dive style
![Garmin Quatix 7 Pro watch on decking](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JdMjzEL5ZSnGBtpgxA3Vn6-320-80.jpg)
Garmin launches its third new watch this week: the ocean-ready Quatix 7 Pro
By Dave Golder published
Designed for life on the water, the Quatix 7 Pro marine smartwatch is an update with loads of new features for mariners, sailors and anglers
![Tired woman resting after running](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/THEAgtrgkAP6QkuUaCH89e-320-80.jpg)
Should you pause your running watch at traffic lights?
By Julia Clarke published
Does pausing at traffic lights give road runners better readings, or does it all come out in the wash?
![Trail runner monitoring health data during workout](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oo5Ugi7mQVtu6VrV5xEvhR-320-80.jpg)
Running watch vs fitness tracker: which wearable do you want?
By Julia Clarke published
We weigh up the differences and (increasing) similarities between a running watch versus fitness tracker
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