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Acer’s 2019 eRosary was a wearable bracelet with a crucifix interface that could track prayer progress via a companion app; priced around $110 and sold through the Vatican site, it debuted at Acer’s 50th anniversary event in London but lasted only one generation, marking one of the company’s most surprising experiments.
ZDNET reviews Hilo, a wrist-worn, FDA-cleared blood pressure monitor that continuously tracks BP and can alert to hypertension. It’s accurate and durable but requires monthly cuff calibrations, costs about $80 per year after the first year for full app access, and data access is limited otherwise. Sleep tracking is weak, and the overall price undermines its appeal compared with cheaper cuffs or other wearables.
Apple is developing an AI-powered wearable pin the size of an AirTag, equipped with cameras, a speaker, microphones and wireless charging, with a potential release as early as 2027. The device would position Apple to contend with OpenAI, Meta and Google in the AI-enabled wearables space.
The Luna Band, announced at CES 2026, is a screenless, voice-activated wearable that offers real-time health insights without a subscription, potentially challenging the subscription-based Whoop band, though its pricing and availability are yet to be announced.
A wearable-based aging clock called PpgAge, developed using PPG data from Apple Watch, accurately predicts chronological age, associates with disease and behavior, and detects physiological changes, offering a scalable tool for longevity research and clinical practice.
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is now available at a record low price of $359.99 on Woot, down $140 from its original $500, making it the best deal since launch, with options for black or white and a full 1-year Samsung warranty.
The article reviews the Friend necklace, an AI-powered wearable that records conversations and features a chatbot with a provocative personality, raising privacy concerns and criticism for its intrusive design and tone, reflecting creator Avi Schiffmann's edgy worldview.
Stanford and Meta Reality Labs have developed a groundbreaking, ultra-thin holographic VR display that uses AI to enhance realism and aims to achieve seamless mixed reality, potentially revolutionizing wearable digital experiences, despite current challenges in cost and durability.
OpenAI, in collaboration with Jony Ive's design studio, is developing a new AI device that will not be a wearable or in-ear device, with a release date at least in 2026, amid ongoing trademark disputes and legal challenges.
The Amazfit Helio Strap is set to launch soon, with a leaked release date of June 24th, and features health tracking, a BioCharge feature, and a lightweight design, priced at $79.99 in the US.
A record-breaking deal is being claimed fast for the Apple Watch Series 9, offering the stainless steel version with cellular connectivity for $699, available only on the Storm Blue model. The new S9 chip and four-core neural engine enhance performance and enable features like Double Tap gesture controls, while the display reaches up to 2000 nits and includes stackable widgets for an improved user interface. Other upgrades include an ultrawideband chip for precise location tracking and the ability to process Siri queries directly on the watch.
Samsung is set to start mass production of the Galaxy Ring in May, with a release date planned for August, alongside the announcement of Samsung’s next folding phones. The wearable device is expected to have superior health measurement capabilities compared to the Galaxy Watch, with 400,000 units to be manufactured initially. While it may not initially have medical device functions, Samsung is predicted to pioneer the smart ring market by adding these features in the long term. The design and price of the Ring will be crucial factors in its success, with the market forecast emphasizing their importance.
The Samsung Galaxy Ring, set to debut this year, is expected to begin mass production in May and be unveiled in July, with sales starting in August. It will focus on "wellness" initially and is rumored to have a nine-day battery life. Samsung plans to produce 400,000 units initially and may adjust production based on market demand. Pricing details are not mentioned, but the company may focus on aggressive pricing to establish itself in the market, competing with rivals like Oura Ring, which is priced at $299.99.
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Ring wearable is set to come in three colors and nine sizes, with impressive battery life ranging from five to nine days. The device will track sleep using four metrics and monthly cycles, and can work in conjunction with the Galaxy Watch for higher quality data. However, it will not be compatible with iPhones, as Samsung has no plans for iOS support.
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Ring is expected to offer a battery life of up to nine days, depending on usage, and is designed to track sleep and assess physical and mental readiness. The wearable, which is set to be compatible with a broad range of Android phones, is anticipated to launch alongside other Samsung devices in July.