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Apple releases developer kit for Apple Watch developers

Apple unveils WatchKit for developers, paving the way for bespoke Apple Watch experiences before the device's launch.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014

Gaming

Young boffin finds use for Android smartwatch

While there is a young boffin and while he has done something amazing, the jury is still out – way out – on whether or not it is a useful something.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2014

Gaming

Review: LifeTrak C410 Fitness tracker

LifeTrak's C410 fitness tracker excels with a 12-month battery life, a host of features and affordability at USD $129.95, despite an uninspiring design.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2014

Wearables

Was iPhone 6 launch 'pure Apple theatre'...?!

Apple's iPhone 6 launch dazzles with theatre, leaving competitors and fans awe-struck, yet questioning its overt control.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Sep 2014

Wearables

Apple Watch: Fashion first, tech second...

In line with the rest of the segment, Cupertino has realised that wearables need to be fashion first and technology second.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2014

Wearables

Set your smartwatch... Apple triggers market explosion

Apple Watch launch set to supercharge the smartwatch market, with Gartner predicting a wearable tech boom by 2016.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2014

Wearables

Expert analysis: Apple Watch set to drive wearable market

Analysys Mason anticipates that smartwatches will become the dominant wearable smart device by sales in early 2017.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2014

Wearables

Apple Watch... Pros and Cons

Apple's much anticipated Smart Watch was finally announced. We take a hard look at the pros and cons of the new device from Apple.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2014

Wearables

As CIOs look out at Wearables, what is it that they see?

CIOs peer into the future of wearables, pondering its blend of hype and potential in revolutionising health and tech sectors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2014

Wearables

Apple Watch billed as 'category defining product'

Apple launches its most personal device: the Apple Watch, revolutionising wearable tech with its pioneering interface and health apps.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2014

Wearables

Samsung tries again with smart watches...

Samsung learns the hard way that just a second screen isn't enough for smartwatch success, says @ovum analyst. #wearables #tech.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2014

Wearables

Wearable device shipments set for ten-fold market increase

Juniper Research predicts a ten-fold increase in wearable device shipments by 2018, driven by new product launches and rising consumer awareness.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Jan 2014

Wearables

All I want for Xmas is anything but… a Smart Watch

Despite the hype surrounding smart watches, Gartner believes they are unlikely to be featured on many consumers' holiday wish lists this year.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2013

Wearables

Does anybody know the sales figures for the Samsung Galaxy… oh dear

Samsung's newly released smart watch struggles to capture the consumer's imagination, according to damning sales reports from South Korea.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2013

Wearables

The Galaxy Gear Arrives - what's the verdict?

Samsung's Galaxy Gear launches with quirkiness but lacks wow factor, retailing at $299 from Oct. Critics question its 'smart' label.

By Sean Mitchell • 1 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013

Wearables

All the Galaxy Gear but no idea?

Samsung throws its latest gadget into the ring, the Galaxy Gear smartwatch, amid skepticism on its utility in the modern world.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013

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Apple Pay will change the way you buy everything

The technology means retailers will be able to accept payments via smartphones, and one day people may be able to exchange money using only their phones.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2014