Connected Devices

Connected devices and wearables: smartwatches, connected bracelets and rings, consumer drones, smart home and home automation — lighting, security, sensors, Matter, Thread and Zigbee protocols —, trackers, beacons and everyday objects controlled by an app. Hardware reviews, ecosystems (Apple, Google, Samsung, Amazon) and orchestrating platforms.

Connected Devices Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4: Health Tracking Gets a Major Boost Apple unveils its new smartwatches, the Series 12 and Ultra 4, featuring a redesigned health sensor system. Heart rate and heart rate variability (HRV) measurements are now 24 times more frequent, while workout mode battery life reaches 10 hours for the Series 12 and 45 hours for the Ultra 4. September 10, 2026 News Connected Devices

Meta fixes smart glasses flaw and launches reputation-saving campaign

Meta rolls out an update to block covert recordings via its smart glasses while launching an ad campaign to remind users of the LED warning light. A response to criticism over their 'creepy glasses' nickname. August 30, 2026
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DJI Mini 5 Pro: Best Value Drone Right Now

The DJI Mini 5 Pro stands as the drone with the best value for money today, featuring a 1-inch sensor, advanced stabilization, and a price drop to €545. A limited-time offer ending soon. August 29, 2026
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Apple’s camera-equipped AirPods leaked in macOS Tahoe

Apple accidentally revealed its upcoming camera-equipped AirPods through a hidden video in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta. These earbuds, designed to power its Visual Intelligence AI, could analyze the user’s surroundings without recording video or taking photos. August 24, 2026
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One UI 9.5 to add AI-powered custom widgets

Samsung will integrate a custom widget creation feature in One UI 9.5, likely inspired by Google’s Create My Widget tool. Spotted in a test build, this option would allow users to design tailored widgets via natural language descriptions, with a release expected in early 2027. August 21, 2026
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Nothing’s CMF Buds Neo launching August 20 with bold design

CMF, Nothing’s audio brand, will unveil a new in-ear headphone on August 20, 2026. Named Buds Neo, it breaks from past releases with a signature orange and silver design. August 19, 2026
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Google’s Pixel Tag: First Object Tracker to Rival AirTag

Google officially launches its first object tracker, the Pixel Tag, available from November 11, 2026. This connected device, compatible with the Find Hub network, locates keys, wallets, or luggage with enhanced precision, priced at $29 per unit or $99 for a four-pack. August 13, 2026