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Tracking Your Sleep With Smartwatches Might Not Actually Help - Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Smartwatches make it easy to keep track of your sleep with data-based scoring. But, as it turns out, this may be doing more harm than good to your sleep.

7 Common Mistakes People Make When Buying A Smartwatch

staff@bgr.com (Branden Lizardi) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Avoid these mistakes while you're shopping for a smartwatch, and you can save yourself from an expensive case of buyer's remorse.

5 Signs You Should Replace Your Smartwatch

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:47:00 +0000

Smartwatches don't need to be replaced every year, but there are clear signs when the time has come. Here's what to watch for with your own wearable.

Why This Iconic '80s Gadget Is Winning Over Smartwatch Wearers

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:47:00 +0000

'80s analog tech and early digital gadgets have been making cultural waves in recent years, and that trend even extends to the world of smartwatches.

3 Underrated Smartwatch Brands That Can Compete With Apple

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Not every smartwatch buyer wants an Apple Watch. These lesser-known brands are proving to make popular alternatives with fresh features and standout designs.

Meta's Ray-Ban Display Developers Have Already Created Some Killer Apps

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Despite its potential, the Meta Ray-Ban Display was limited by a dearth of apps at launch. Things have changed, and it now supports tons of useful apps.

5 Things To Know Before Buying An Oura Ring

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:47:00 +0000

Oura is the go-to name in smart rings, but buying one isn't as straightforward as picking a size and checking out. Here's what to know before you make the leap.

5 Things The Whoop Band Can Do That An Apple Watch Can't

staff@bgr.com (Jason Schneider) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:47:00 +0000

The Whoop band and Apple Watch take very different approaches to health tracking. A few things Whoop does have no equivalent on Apple's side.

5 Of The Most Useful Wearables For Seniors

staff@bgr.com (Krishi Chowdhary) — Sun, 31 May 2026 23:47:00 +0000

Wearables have gotten more capable, but also more complex. These five get the balance right for seniors, and there's an option for every style and budget.

What The Notch On Your Oura Ring Is For

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Sun, 31 May 2026 11:47:00 +0000

You may have noticed the notch on the side of your Oura Ring and wondered if it was just for decoration. As it turns out, that slot has a definite purpose.

5 Essential Wearables For Camping

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Sun, 31 May 2026 09:17:00 +0000

if you're going camping and want to make your experience as comfortable as possible, consider these wearable gadgets that are designed for the outdoors.

Why No One Needs A Smartwatch Screen Protector Anymore

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Sun, 31 May 2026 03:17:00 +0000

You may be tempted to buy a screen protector for your smartwatch given how much of an investment it is, but it may not actually be worth buying one.

5 Common Problems With Apple Watches

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Sat, 30 May 2026 20:47:00 +0000

The Apple Watch is one of the most popular wearables on the market, but it's far from perfect, and suffers from a number of common problems.

4 Of The Best Smart Rings That Don't Require A Subscription

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Sat, 30 May 2026 16:47:00 +0000

While Oura makes some great smart rings, it requires users to pay a subscription. Here are some of its alternatives that are subscription-free.

Pixel Vs. Apple Watch: Which Premium Smartwatch Is Best For You?

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Sat, 30 May 2026 10:17:00 +0000

If you're in the market for a new smartwatch and are confused between the Apple Watch and Google's Pixel Watch, here's which one you should pick for your usage.

Why Garmin Watches Beat The Apple Watch For Fitness Users

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Sat, 30 May 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Garmin has been the favorite wearable for athletes for years, with some key features explaining why it still outperforms the Apple Watch for this audience.

5 Luxury Smartwatches Even More Expensive Than You Thought

staff@bgr.com (Jorge Luis) — Fri, 29 May 2026 16:47:00 +0000

While smartwatches from Apple or Samsung can seem expensive at hundreds of dollars, here are some luxury smartwatches that cost many times more.

Samsung Smartwatches Might Be Able To Help Prevent Muscle Loss From GLP-1s Soon — Here's How

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:17:00 +0000

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are widely used, but muscle loss is an underreported side effect. Samsung is researching how its smartwatches might help address that.

Is The Apple Watch SE Series Worth Buying In 2026?

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Wed, 27 May 2026 00:17:00 +0000

The Apple Watch SE lineup spans three generations at different price points. Here's how each one holds up in 2026 and who each model makes sense for.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Vs. Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: Which Is Best For You?

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Tue, 26 May 2026 22:47:00 +0000

Curious which flagship wireless earbuds from Apple and Samsung are best? We have you covered in this AirPods Pro 3 vs. Galaxy Buds 4 Pro comparison.