Our editors’ favorite smartwatches of 2024

Our editors’ favorite smartwatches of 2024

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more.  Smartwatches are like tiny smartphones strapped to your wrist. Most support texting, calls, voice assistants, maps, fitness tracking, tap-to-pay and more. For many folks at NBC Select, a smartwatch is an essential wearable that …

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OnePlus Watch 2 Review: A 3-Day Battery Smartwatch

OnePlus Watch 2 Review: A 3-Day Battery Smartwatch

I will note that OnePlus isn’t the first company to try a novel approach to solving smartwatch battery life. Mobvoi’s TicWatch Pro series has long used dual-display technology to conserve battery life, providing similar results to OnePlus. But that watch is bulkier, the software feels clunkier, and the company’s update policy is spotty. Speaking of, …

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It’s Apparently Easy to Crack the Apple Vision Pro’s Front Screen

It’s Apparently Easy to Crack the Apple Vision Pro’s Front Screen

Apple’s mixed-reality headset is selling well, but it’s embroiled in a new mystery that’s proving tough to crack. As first reported by MacRumors, some customers have discovered a mysterious crack appearing vertically down the center of the front-facing screen on their Vision Pro headsets. The reports have come from only a small number of users, …

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Garmin debuts 3 new smartwatches for everyone from sailors to serious divers

Garmin debuts 3 new smartwatches for everyone from sailors to serious divers

Garmin Garmin, the maestro of cutting-edge timepieces, has unleashed a triumvirate of wrist wonders that cater to adventurous souls, from seasoned sailors to intrepid divers. These aren’t just smartwatches; they’re companions for those who thrive on pushing boundaries. Let’s dive into the ocean of innovation and explore Garmin’s latest marvels. Garmin Premium Quatix 7 Pro …

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