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The Ultimate Guide to Wearables

A curated American edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Wearables.

What to know about Wearables

Wearables encompass a diverse range of technology devices designed to be worn on the body, seamlessly integrating with our daily lives to enhance health, fitness, communication, and productivity. This dynamic field includes smartwatches, fitness trackers, hearables, smart glasses, and even smart clothing, which are transforming industries from healthcare to enterprise operations.

Exploring this tag will immerse readers in the evolving landscape of wearable technology, highlighting innovations that track vital signs, facilitate remote healthcare monitoring, and boost workplace efficiency. The stories showcase how major tech companies and emerging startups alike are shaping the future of wearables, with advancements in sensors, connectivity, and AI-powered features.

Readers interested in understanding the impact of wearables on lifestyle, business, and wellbeing will find valuable insights here—covering product launches, market trends, expert analyses, and thoughtful reviews. Whether it's the latest smartwatch, breakthroughs in medical-grade wearables, or the challenges of security and adoption, these stories offer a comprehensive view of how wearable technology is increasingly woven into the fabric of everyday life.

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Recent Wearables News

Mosaic SoC raises USD $3.8m to power smart devices
Energy efficient

Mosaic SoC raises USD $3.8m to power smart devices

Zurich semiconductor startup Mosaic SoC has raised USD $3.8 million to develop low-power perception chips for smart glasses and smartphones.

2 days ago

Ant International launches mobile AI payment protocol
Contactless payments

Ant International launches mobile AI payment protocol

Ant International unveils open-source mobile AI payment protocol for wallets and wearables, aiming to secure agentic commerce across devices.

3 days ago

Blackmagic adds Apple Watch control to iPhone camera app
iOS

Blackmagic adds Apple Watch control to iPhone camera app

Blackmagic Design updates Blackmagic Camera for iOS with Apple Watch controls and ATEM integration, turning mounted iPhones into remote studio cameras.

Last month

Vertigenius raises EUR 2.55 million for US expansion
DevOps

Vertigenius raises EUR 2.55 million for US expansion

Vertigenius secures GBP £2.2 million to accelerate US clinic rollout of its wearable vertigo sensor, with 20 sites already using the device.

Last month

Samsung to end Messages app in July 2026 on Galaxy
Emergency services

Samsung to end Messages app in July 2026 on Galaxy

Samsung to end its Messages app in July 2026, steering users to Google Messages as the default SMS option on supported Android devices.

Last month

Apple sets hybrid WWDC dates with AI updates expected
iOS

Apple sets hybrid WWDC dates with AI updates expected

Apple will stage WWDC from 8-12 June with a hybrid format, promising major AI-focused software updates across its device ecosystem.

Tue, 24th Mar 2026

Apple unveils AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip & new audio tech
Software Updates

Apple unveils AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip & new audio tech

Apple unveils AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip, improved noise cancellation, creative tools and Live Translation, starting at AUD $999 in Australia.

Tue, 17th Mar 2026

Sama credential leaks raise fears over Meta glasses data
Data Protection

Sama credential leaks raise fears over Meta glasses data

Leaked Sama staff logins tied to stealer malware spark fresh alarm over security of Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses video review pipeline.

Sat, 7th Mar 2026

Vusion & Qualcomm unveil AI-native vision for retail
Productivity

Vusion & Qualcomm unveil AI-native vision for retail

Vusion and Qualcomm set out vision for AI-native shops using BLE, smart shelves and edge computing to tighten operations and boost margins.

Fri, 27th Feb 2026

Snap launches Specs unit to drive smart glasses push
Gaming

Snap launches Specs unit to drive smart glasses push

Snap forms Specs unit to spearhead next-gen smart glasses, promising AI-driven, low-friction eyewear that blends digital and real worlds.

Fri, 30th Jan 2026

Siemens deepens Nvidia AI pact & unveils digital twin tools
Digital Transformation

Siemens deepens Nvidia AI pact & unveils digital twin tools

Siemens deepens Nvidia AI alliance and debuts digital twin tools, targeting an industrial metaverse and copilots across factory floors.

Tue, 13th Jan 2026

US holiday online sales hit record on mobiles & AI
Headphones

US holiday online sales hit record on mobiles & AI

US holiday online sales hit a record USD $257.8 billion as shoppers shifted to mobiles, Buy Now Pay Later and generative AI search tools.

Thu, 8th Jan 2026

CIMPOR's private 5G blueprint boosts efficiency, cuts CO2
Productivity

CIMPOR's private 5G blueprint boosts efficiency, cuts CO2

CIMPOR's new private 5G blueprint lifts plant efficiency by 1%, saves up to USD $15 million a year and cuts CO2 emissions by 140,000 tonnes.

Thu, 8th Jan 2026

Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features
User Interface

Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features

Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.

Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Apple expands Apple Intelligence with developer access & new AI
Mac

Apple expands Apple Intelligence with developer access & new AI

Apple expands Apple Intelligence with new AI features and developer access to on-device models, enhancing privacy and offline capabilities across its devices.

Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Google brings Gemini AI to Android XR glasses & headsets
Smart Glasses

Google brings Gemini AI to Android XR glasses & headsets

Google is integrating its Gemini AI into smart glasses and headsets via Android XR, enabling hands-free, context-aware digital assistance for users.

Thu, 22nd May 2025

Google unveils Gemini AI upgrade for universal assistant vision
Planning

Google unveils Gemini AI upgrade for universal assistant vision

Google unveiled Gemini AI upgrade, aiming to create a universal assistant with advanced planning, simulation and task management capabilities.

Thu, 22nd May 2025

Android 16 introduces new design, Gemini features and security
Extended Reality

Android 16 introduces new design, Gemini features and security

Google unveils Android 16 with a major redesign, enhanced Gemini assistant, and new security features, rolling out from next month on Pixel and Samsung devices.

Wed, 14th May 2025