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5 reasons why I prefer Withings ScanWatch 2 over my Apple Watch

Sanuj Bhatia — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:30:12 GMT

Withings may not be a household name like Samsung and Apple, but it's making strides in the smart wearable market. The company showcased its upgraded ScanWatch 2 back in September, winning our Best of IFA 2023 award, but at the time, I only had a brief 15-minute hands-on time with the smartwatch. However, I now have the device and have been using the ScanWatch 2 for the past few weeks. Over time, I have realized that I prefer the Withings ScanWatch 2 over my Apple Watch. Here are five reasons why:

Best watch faces for Apple Watch

Aryan Surendranath — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 19:46:21 GMT

As time passes, the Apple Watch continues to solidify its position in the market as a device that's more than just a piece of tech. For some, it serves as a fashion accessory; for others, it's an important part of their daily routine. A huge part of these use cases are the watch faces on offer, as they allow users to operate the watch and change how it looks.

Apple to pause Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra sales in the US

Sanuj Bhatia — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:07:21 GMT

Today has been quite a day for Apple Watch news. We first learned that Apple is planning huge upgrades for the Apple Watch 10 next year. Then, a few hours later, the reliable Apple-focused website 9to5Mac revealed that Apple will temporarily stop selling the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 in the US this week. According to the report, neither of the latest Apple Watch models will be available for purchase, and the reason behind this decision is a dispute related to the blood oxygen sensor in these wearables.

Apple Watch 10 could bring the biggest changes to the smartwatch lineup in years

Sanuj Bhatia — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:01:19 GMT

The Apple Watch has retained a similar design for several years now. While the Apple Watch Ultra introduced a new design in 2022, the standard 'Apple Watch Series' has remained largely unchanged. The latest Apple Watch Series 9 packs a bunch of upgrades over the Series 8, but the outer shell has remained unchanged. Well, it seems Apple is gearing up for a shift as the Apple Watch 10 is expected to bring a new design and enhanced health tracking features to the smartwatch lineup in 2024.

Here are three different ways to style your Apple Watch

Aryan Surendranath — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:00:19 GMT

The Apple Watch is one of the best tools to accomplish your fitness goals and stay in the loop with your notifications. But if you look past the plethora of nifty Apple Watch tricks and features, another reason that makes it the best is the accessory market that exists for it and how you can style it; be it swappable straps, case options, or other add-ons, there's something for every person who owns an Apple Watch.

Best Black Friday Deals: smartwatches, headphones and more

Sanuj Bhatia — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 10:45:18 GMT

Black Friday 2023 has arrived, and we are seeing some fantastic discounts on some of the best tech products of the year. We've already seen some deep discounts on the best smartphones and accessories, but in this article, we'll check out the best selection of Black Friday deals on smartwatches, headphones, headsets, and more, helping you find the best savings during this sales event. In addition, you will find great deals on Apple’s latest smartwatches and many options from Samsung, Garmin, and more.

Apple Watch Series 9 Review: Why It Wins

Jaime Rivera — Sat, 21 Oct 2023 10:00:21 GMT

This is the Apple Watch Series 9, what Apple calls as smarter, brighter, mightier, and what I'm going to call probably one of my favorite smartwatches in a bit, even if for reasons that are not necessarily conventional to my taste. I mean sure, this might look like Apple Watch Series 8 and Series 7, but let's just say this could just be the culmination of what this watch should've been since Series 1. I'm Jaime Rivera with Pocketnow and let me explain to you why the Apple Watch Series 9 wins in our full review.

12 Apple Watch tips and tricks you should know

Sanuj Bhatia — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 13:00:24 GMT

The Apple Watch stands as one of the best smartwatches available. From tracking your workout to showing notifications and answering phone calls, Apple Watch can do a lot. Moreover, thanks to continued software support and updates from Apple, the Apple Watch has gained numerous features over the past few years. There are just so many Apple Watch features that sometimes a lot of them go unnoticed. Here's a collection of some less-known tips and tricks for your Apple Watch that you might find interesting:

Three unique Apple Watch chargers you need to try

Sanuj Bhatia — Sat, 06 May 2023 15:00:16 GMT

The Apple Watch has undoubtedly become a must-have accessory for many iPhone users, thanks to its seamless integration, health and fitness tracking capabilities, and user-friendly features. However, its battery life, lasting up to a day, requires you to charge it regularly – often every night.

Widgets are coming to Apple Watch with watchOS 10: How will it work?

Aryan Surendranath — Mon, 01 May 2023 09:30:17 GMT

When the Apple Watch launched in 2015, the device didn't have its market strategy figured out. But by the time the Series 3 came to market, Apple knew what it was doing. In getting there, it got rid of many features that the first iteration introduced — one of which was Glances.