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The HUAWEI Watch GT 6 Pro might be the best-looking fitness tracker in my smartwatch box

HUAWEI Watch GT 6 Pro The HUAWEI Watch GT 6 Pro makes a strong case as a fitness tracker dressed in luxury design. With accurate GPS and enhanced workout and health monitoring tools, it’s a reliable training partner and with weeks of battery life, it’s a truly standout device. I spend a lot of time swapping watches in and out, so it’s rare when one actually turns the heads of my loved ones. The HUAWEI Watch GT 6 Pro, though, immediately did. It’s polished enough to dress up yet built tough enou

Apple releases watchOS 26.0.1, but very few users will get it

Apple is rolling out a watchOS 26.0.1 build that appears to be specific to the Apple Watch Ultra 3. Here’s what’s new. What’s new with watchOS 26.0.1? In an unusual move for a Friday afternoon, Apple just rolled out a system update for the Apple Watch, but you will only see it if you’re among the lucky users who already got their hands on the new Apple Watch Ultra 3. Here are the release notes from Apple: “This update enables Messages and Find My via satellite in Mexico for Apple Watch Ultra

The Nintendo Switch 2 is for sale on Amazon, no invite required

Getting your hands on Nintendo's latest console just got easier, as Amazon is now listing the Nintendo Switch 2 for sale outright, no invitation needed. It's been three months since the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, and the launch day frenzy is just starting to taper off. The handhelds have been selling at a blistering pace, with just under 6 million units sold in the first four weeks. Online inventories in those initial weeks sold out in a flash, and sparse restocks were gone just as quick

Best Apple Watch apps for boosting your productivity

The Apple Watch helps people track their health and fitness, but it can also be a great tool to help people stay productive and get work done. This is especially true for people who get easily distracted by their phone. Although the Apple Watch comes with simple built-in productivity apps like Reminders and Calendar, it’s worth exploring some third-party apps that are designed to boost productivity by offering additional functionality. Todoist Image Credits:Todoist Todoist is a great app for

HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot Hub 3 shows the kind of device Apple should build

I love being able to control my smart home from the Home app, Control Center (my most used right now), or by asking Siri via a HomePod, but sometimes you just can’t beat a physical product for things. For my Matter enabled shades, I use the remote as much as I control them with the Home app. There are moments when pressing a button or turning a dial is easier than pulling out your iPhone. That’s exactly why the SwitchBot Hub 3 is an awesome product, and it’s something I want Apple to copy with t

Internal emails reveal Ticketmaster helped scalpers jack up prices, FTC says

The Federal Trade Commission sued Live Nation and Ticketmaster on Thursday, alleging that the companies tacitly worked with scalpers to profit from jacking up ticket prices on the secondary market. As the FTC alleged in a press release, Ticketmaster's years of turning a blind eye to scalpers violated the FTC Act and the Better Online Ticket Sales Act, costing customers "billions in inflated prices and additional fees." Further, artists' efforts to keep event costs low were repeatedly frustrated

“Yikes”: Internal emails reveal Ticketmaster helped scalpers jack up prices, FTC says

The Federal Trade Commission sued Live Nation and Ticketmaster on Thursday, alleging that the companies tacitly worked with scalpers to profit from jacking up ticket prices on the secondary market. As the FTC alleged in a press release, Ticketmaster's years of turning a blind eye to scalpers violated the FTC Act and the Better Online Ticket Sales Act, costing customers "billions in inflated prices and additional fees." Further, artists' efforts to keep event costs low were repeatedly frustrated

10 Best Smartwatches (2025): Apple, Wear OS, Hybrid & Kids’ Watches

Other Smartwatches to Consider The number of smartwatches on the market is staggering. I’ve tested models from Tag Heuer, Citizen, Montblanc, and many other fashion brands, but most of them are simply too expensive for what you get. Here are a few options I like. Apple Watch Series 10 Photograph: Adrienne So Apple Watch Series 10 for $364: Thanks to watchOS 26, the 2024 Series 10 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) has many of the same features as the new Series 11, like hypertension notifications and S

10 Best Smartwatches (2025): Apple, Wear OS, Hybrid & Kids' Watches

Other Smartwatches to Consider The number of smartwatches on the market is staggering. I’ve tested models from Tag Heuer, Citizen, Montblanc, and many other fashion brands, but most of them are simply too expensive for what you get. Here are a few options I like. Apple Watch Series 10 Photograph: Adrienne So Apple Watch Series 10 for $364: Thanks to watchOS 26, the 2024 Series 10 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) has many of the same features as the new Series 11, like hypertension notifications and S

Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Pixel Watch 4: I tested both flagships, and here's the winner

Nina Raemont/ZDNET Apple's latest lineup of Apple Watches drummed up quite the hype when they were announced during its annual iPhone event. Apple unveiled several new features, like emergency SOS communications via satellite connectivity and FDA-cleared hypertension detection. I was physically present in Steve Jobs Theater, and as I watched Apple unveil these features, I couldn't help but compare the new watch to Google's Pixel Watch 4. Apple's new satellite SOS feature bears some striking si

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This Mom Is Getting Back Into Running Shape With a Jogging Stroller, Fitness Apps and Tech

As an active mom, I enjoy doing a variety of activities to stay fit. I lift weights to get stronger (carrying a toddler around challenges your overall strength), go for walks to clear my mind, run to get my heart rate up and take a fitness class here and there. Before having my son, I completed my first marathon, several half-marathons and shorter races in between. But running took a backseat after my second trimester because I was advised not to do activity in the summer heat while heavily pre

“Yikes”: Internal emails reveal Ticketmaster helped scalpers jack up prices

The Federal Trade Commission sued Live Nation and Ticketmaster on Thursday, alleging that the companies tacitly worked with scalpers to profit from jacking up ticket prices on the secondary market. As the FTC alleged in a press release, Ticketmaster's years of turning a blind eye to scalpers violated the FTC Act and the Better Online Ticket Sales Act, costing customers "billions in inflated prices and additional fees." Further, artists' efforts to keep event costs low were repeatedly frustrated

I've Tried Huawei's Watch GT 6 Pro, and It's a Great Apple Watch Alternative

Due to ongoing restrictions, Huawei doesn't officially sell its products in the US. That's too bad, as the company is bringing a great Apple Watch Series 11 alternative to the rest of the world, where it can sell its devices. The company's latest Watch GT 6 Pro is a solid all-around smartwatch promising deep health and sports tracking along with strong battery life. Those features are all wrapped up in a premium-feeling design. I've been using the watch around my home of Edinburgh, Scotland, fo

Huawei’s new Watch GT 6 series and Ultimate 2 blend luxury design with outdoor tracking

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR HUAWEI launched the Watch GT 6 Series, with improved battery life and enhanced health and fitness tracking tools. HUAWEI also unveiled the Watch Ultimate 2, which has a 150-meter dive rating and sonar-based communication and SOS tools for divers. The watches are available now with prices starting at £229 (~$309), or £199 with launch offer. HUAWEI’s latest wearables are here, aimed at outdoor enthusiasts who want premium design alongside their training

Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs Ultra 2: Here’s everything new

Apple Watch Ultra 3 is here (full review), arriving two years after Ultra 2 first hit the market. But what changes has that two-year gap brought for potential upgraders? Here’s everything new in the Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs. Apple Watch Ultra 2. Display: Larger than ever, with better always-on and more Apple Watch Ultra 3 has the largest display ever on an Apple Watch. Last year’s 46mm Apple Watch Series 10 gave the Series line a slightly bigger screen than Ultra 2. But now, thanks to a reduced

The Apple Watch SE 3, Series 11, and Ultra 3 are now available

is a commerce reporter for The Verge writing about the best deals and gadgets. He previously wrote for Business Insider, Rolling Stone, Futurism, and Popular Science. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The iPhone Air and the iPhone 17 fleet of phones took the spotlight during Apple’s “Awe dropping” event. If you weren’t tempted by the new phones, the fact that the entire Apple Watch lineup got refreshed might have been even bigger news to yo

Trolls mock me for having fewer viewers, Fortnite streamer Ninja tells BBC

Trolls mock me for having fewer viewers, Fortnite streamer Ninja tells BBC Ninja is one of the most famous gamers in history One of the world's most popular streamers, Tyler "Ninja" Blevins, says trolls "berate" him every day because his number of viewers has fallen. Ninja was propelled to stardom in 2018 after he played Fortnite on streaming site Twitch alongside rappers Drake and Travis Scott, and NFL player Juju Smith-Schuster. He now has fewer viewers than at the height of his fame - but

I compared every Apple Watch in 2025 - here's why I recommend this model the most

Apple Watch SE 3 ZDNET's key takeaways Apple's affordable SE 3 is an approachable entry point into the brand's health-tracking suite. Some users might not like the smaller display The watch packs great value for a lower price, making it the one out of the lineup I'd recommend to smartwatch-curious shoppers. View now at Apple Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Earlier this month, Apple unveiled three new smartwatches during its annual September event. While flashier feature

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16 Best Apple Watch Accessories (2025): Bands, Chargers, Cases, and Screen Protectors

It's a great time to buy an Apple Watch. In fact, if you have an iPhone, you probably already have one. It's the best smartwatch and the best fitness tracker for iPhone owners. It dominates the smartwatch category, and Apple just upgraded all three models in the lineup. It's also one of the easiest and most fun Apple products to accessorize. There are tons of different watch faces, and Apple's bands are easy and quick to swap in and out to match different moods or use cases. These screen protec

I compared the best smartwatches from Samsung and Apple - here's how the Watch Series 11 wins

Nina Raemont/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Apple unveiled its Watch Series 11 during this month's iPhone event, alongside two other smartwatch models. The Series 11 gets Sleep Scores (crowd roars), a longer battery life, and all of Apple's WatchOS 26 software, which is expected to be released to the public soon. Also: I tested the Apple Watch Series 11 for a week - here's my buying advice now But how does it compare to its closest Android rival, the Samsung Gala

FTC Sues Ticketmaster Over ‘Deceptive’ Ticket Pricing Tactics

The FTC and seven states have sued Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation for allegedly “deceptive” ticket resale tactics, according to a press release Thursday. The federal regulatory agency says that Ticketmaster is “tacitly coordinating with brokers,” allowing them to buy millions of dollars worth of tickets, just to resell them at a higher cost to the person who actually wants to attend a given concert. The FTC says Ticketmaster is also aware of ticket brokers regularly bypassing s

The FTC sues Ticketmaster for allegedly colluding with resellers

The FTC and seven states sued Ticketmaster owner Live Nation on Wednesday. The lawsuit accused the company of knowingly allowing brokers to buy tickets in bulk. Ticketmaster allegedly then let them resell the tickets at a significant markup on its own second-hand market. The FTC claims Ticketmaster was aware that resellers routinely bypassed its security measures for these purchases. The company profits three times from resales. It collects fees at the initial purchase, followed by both buyer a

Kirby Air Riders feels more like F-Zero than Mario Kart

is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware that he thinks you’ll like. He joined in 2018, and after a stint at Polygon, he rejoined The Verge in May 2025. I got to try Kirby Air Riders this morning at a Nintendo holiday showcase, and I wasn’t prepared for how difficult it was — and how bad I am at it. The Switch 2-exclusive racer launches November 20th, and it’s full of modes, collectibles, and new characters to play as. To be clear, there’s absolutely nothing chill about Kirby Air Riders.

How to use Apple Watch’s hypertension feature in watchOS 26

One of the flagship new features of Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Series 11 (review here) is hypertension notifications. But in a welcome surprise, watchOS 26 brings the new hypertension feature to select older Apple Watch models too. Here’s how to set it up, and which models are compatible. Compatibility requirements for Apple Watch hypertension alerts Hypertension notifications are now available in watchOS 26 for the following Apple Watch models: Apple Watch Series 11 Apple Watch Series 10 Appl

NBA star Kevin Durant can't unlock his Coinbase bitcoin account. His agent is thrilled

Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns looks on during the second half against the Houston Rockets at PHX Arena on March 30, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. NBA superstar Kevin Durant can't find the password to his Coinbase account, which holds bitcoin that he began buying in earnest when he was playing for the Golden State Warriors in 2016. His agent couldn't be happier. Durant's predicament has "only benefited" the hoopster, agent Rich Kleiman said. "We've yet to be able to track down his Coinbase

Google is bringing the fun of custom Androidify bots to your Wear OS watch face

TL;DR Google is updating its Androidify app with Wear OS support, letting users create custom watch faces with their personalized Android Bot. The new feature lets you select a watch face design and send your custom bot directly to your connected smartwatch from the phone app. This functionality requires Wear OS 6 because it uses a new API, and while it works, it has not officially rolled out to users yet. Earlier this month, Google brought its Androidify app back from the grave. The company

Massive collection of Apple gear on sale this week: M4 MacBooks, Mac mini, iPad Air/mini, accessories, more

Pre-orders for iPhone 17 are about to come to a close ahead of delivery day tomorrow, alongside pre-sale listings on the new AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Apple Watch Series 11, but there are a ton of notable deals live right now across the Apple lineup. From M4 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models through to M4 Mac mini, we are also tracking solid price drops across the M3 iPad Air and iPad mini lineups, not to mention some notable accessory offers – Apple’s new 2025 model 25W Qi2 MagSa

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44 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Right Now

In the 10 years since releasing its first original film, Beasts of No Nation, Netflix has evolved into a power player in the movie scene. It's earned honors at award shows including the Oscars, Golden Globes and Emmys. The streaming giant won three Oscars in 2025, and action-thriller Rebel Ridge just nabbed an Emmy Award this week for Best TV Movie (the sentimental Vince Vaughn comedy Nonnas was nominated in the same category and is worth a watch, too). Popular films like KPop Demon Hunters, wh

This Apple Watch setting keeps me from annoying my partner during work sprints

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Apple Watch timer boosts productivity but annoys partners. Silent mode mutes alerts while preserving wrist haptics. Haptics keep reminders private, and household peace intact. I love me some timers. One of the secrets to how I manage my day is that I set timers for everything. I set them for appointments, sure. But I also set them to remind me when to get started on a phase of work. I set them to r

I Went Inside Apple's Labs to See How Apple Watch Connectivity Is Tested

Stepping into the padded vault felt like entering some kind of portal. The sterile white room was lined with jagged, pyramid-shaped foam spires; a cross between a recording studio and some kind of icicle torture chamber straight out of Elsa's castle from the movie Frozen. I glanced down at my phone: no bars. Deep inside Apple's testing labs, I was officially off the grid. I've been reviewing smartwatches for almost a decade, but I've never once stopped to wonder how connectivity actually works