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The Samsung Galaxy Watch Is Discounted on Amazon

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Is Discounted on Amazon

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While iOS users have an easy smartwatch choice in the Apple Watch, Android owners have a few more options, as well as face shapes, to choose from. The semi-squircular Samsung Galaxy Watch8 and Watch 8 Classic have both a unique look and set of health features, and are currently marked down to as low as $280 at Amazon for the 30mm Bluetooth version, or as low as $433 for the Watch8 Classic. Photograph: Julian Chokkattu Photograph: Julian Chokkattu Samsung Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic As the first watches to sport Google’s Wear OS 6, these made waves when they released with bigger, bolder watch faces, and an improved interface that shows more information. It has a 1.5-inch AMOLED screen that’s generously sized even on the 40mm version we tested, and has more than enough brightness to check on a sunny day. Both watches feature the kind of physical activity and health tracking data you’d expect from a modern smartwatch, including steps, heart rate, and both sleep quality and bedtime guidance, which recommends when you should …

One of our favorite smartwatches of 2025 is on sale for off for the New Year

One of our favorite smartwatches of 2025 is on sale for $50 off for the New Year

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Matthew Miller/ZDNET OnePlus is hosting a New Year’s sales event on its official website, offering significant discounts on many of its products. By entering the code NEWYEAR26 at checkout, you’ll receive a $50 discount on the 46mm OnePlus Watch 3. The wearable is only available in Obsidian Titanium (black). The Emerald Titanium option is not available for purchase. It’s also possible to save even more money through the company’s trade-in program.  The amount you’ll safe depends on the device you trade in. For example, if you trade in an Apple Watch Series 10, you’ll receive an $88 discount. I would also like to mention that you will receive two complimentary gifts: an Emerald Green Watch Strap and a Nordic Blue Watch Strap. Also: I ran a battery test with the best Samsung, Google, and OnePlus phones – the winner surprised me The 43mm OnePlus Watch 3 is also on sale during this time. Once again, enter the code NEWYEAR26 at checkout to get a $50 discount. You won’t receive a complimentary gift, but you do have …

Motorola Razr Fold Book-Style Foldable: Specs, Details, Release Date

Motorola Razr Fold Book-Style Foldable: Specs, Details, Release Date

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Motorola does have another actual new phone: the Signature. It’s a new line of “premium” phones, but the catch is that these devices won’t be sold in the US. For its candy-bar phones, Motorola has dipped its toes into flagship territory every so often, only to dip back out as it struggles to compete with the likes of Apple and Samsung; it’s predominantly known for its Moto G budget phones, particularly in the US. The Signature is just 6.99 millimeters thick—it’s no iPhone Air, but that’s thinner than your usual handset—and it has a fabric-like material on the back. It’s powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, has four 50-megapixel cameras on the back, and carries a 5,200-mAh silicon-carbon battery in tow. More importantly, Motorola is finally committing to seven years of blanket software updates for this phone. It’s a shame US customers won’t be able to enjoy that. An AI Pendant Project Maxwell has a camera, a microphone, and voice control. Photograph: Julian Chokkattu On the artificial intelligence front, Motorola and its parent …

Best fitness watches to buy to hit any health goal in 2026

Best fitness watches to buy to hit any health goal in 2026

Published by Sam Flores

With basic step-counting bands, subtle smart rings and fitness-ready watches, the best fitness trackers come in all shapes and sizes. Whether your goal is to move more, sleep better or stress less, there’s a tracker that can help. You can pay anywhere from £50 to more than £500, but even the more affordable fitness trackers track workouts, monitor sedentary time, sleep quality, heart health and even stress levels – delivering insights you can use to switch up your lifestyle and build healthier habits. As a full time fitness tech tester, I’ve reviewed dozens of fitness trackers from the most popular brands. Those leading the innovation, including Garmin, Fitbit and Apple, and those aiming for the budget end like Xiaomi and Amazfit. You can find reviews of my top 11 recommendations for the best fitness trackers below, along with answers to frequently asked questions, such as how to decide if you need GPS and the differences between the best smartwatches and a fitness tracker. The best fitness watches: At a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS How to …

How we test smartwatches at ZDNET in 2026

How we test smartwatches at ZDNET in 2026

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This smartwatch survived a 15K Tough Mudder. Matthew Miller/ZDNET With advanced features such as voice assistants, crash detection, call and text support, and long battery lives, modern smartwatches are far more than just an accessory. And thanks to powerful sensors and extensive app suites, they’ve become one of the most popular health and fitness trackers, too. How do we test and evaluate these smartwatches at ZDNET? How well is the watch supported by a smartphone companion? What functions and features stand out for each smartwatch? Here’s the full breakdown. Also: The best smartwatches you can buy In most instances, the smartwatches we evaluate here on ZDNET are purchased after being released to the public, so there is no urgency in trying to publish a review based on a short period with the watch. Watches also require at least a couple weeks of 24/7 wear to test battery life, health and wellness tracking, GPS positioning accuracy, heart rate sensor reliability, and various design features. We have relationships with most smartwatch brands, so we can send questions about the watch as …

The best UK running watches to hit your fitness goals in 2026, tested by our expert | Smartwatches

The best UK running watches to hit your fitness goals in 2026, tested by our expert | Smartwatches

Published by Sam Flores

Whether you’re hitting the pavements for the first time, running with a club or racing for personal glory, the ability to track your workouts has become an essential part of any training regime. Not only can it help you improve, but you can also use it to avoid injury and share in the social experience. A running watch isn’t the only way to do this, but it is a pretty effective option. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. But with the market flooded with options, offering an array of features, you might find it difficult to answer all the questions that arise. Do you need offline maps? Do you want to listen to music while you run? Which brand is best, and how much do you really need to spend? Since a running watch is likely to last for far longer than most other bits of tech, you’ll want to make a smart investment – and I’m here to help you do …