Latest articles by Michael L Hicks
Garmin watches' exploding prices and popularity go hand-in-hand, for better or worse
Sunday Runday I break down why Garmin raising prices has somehow led to greater sales, and whether people are overpaying for their Garmin watches.
This battery 'beast' smartwatch is a ridiculous 69% off during Amazon's leftover Labor Day sale
Absurdly cheap Spending only $109 on a Wear OS watch? That's a darn rare deal to find, let alone one that lasts at least three days per charge.
Best Wear OS watch 2025
Wear this If you want a feature-packed and stylish Wear OS watch, you have plenty of options from manufacturers such as Samsung, Google, Mobvoi, and more.
Best cheap smartwatch for Android 2025
Affordable wearables Looking for a solid cheap Android smartwatch? Check out these options, including Wear OS wearables, low-priced fitness watches, and stylish hybrids.
Best VR headsets 2025
Extend your reality Whether you have a gaming PC, a PS5, or prefer a standalone VR headset, we have recommendations for every type of VR headset buyer.
Meta Quest 4 and Quest 4S: Everything we expect from the Quest 3 successor
Thinking ahead The Quest 4 most likely won't arrive until 2026, but we already have some hints of what to expect courtesy of Mark Zuckerberg, Meta, and leakers.
Why the Fenix 8 Pro could set a new standard for Garmin watches, despite hurdles
LTE for you and me The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro introduced LTE calling and satellite emergency SOS. These features should come to other Garmin watches, but there's a problem.
Custom watch faces for the Galaxy Watch 8 and Pixel Watch 4 are fantastic — Here's where to find them
Wear OS Weekly Wear OS 6 added custom watch faces, and apps like Facer, WatchMaker, and Pujie have hundreds of thousands available.
Breaking down every key Garmin Fenix 8 Pro feature, from LTE and SOS to MicroLED
Blinding brightness Ranging from $1,200 to $2,000, plus a subscription, the Fenix 8 Pro is a significant change for Garmin. Here's everything you need to know.
The 8-day Polar Loop tracker challenges Whoop and Garmin with subscription-free workout data
Screenless fitness Polar, the brand behind the popular H10 chest strap and Vantage running watches, is challenging Whoop with its own screenless wristband.
The Garmin Venu X1 gives the Forerunner 970 a flashy run for your money
Gaunt Garmin Garmin made some odd choices with the Venu X1, but if you can stomach the short battery life (for Garmin), it mostly lives up to its painful price tag.
This Galaxy Watch clearance deal could be your LAST CHANCE at this classic model — score $287 off!
Labor Day deals The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic still has years of support and a stylish design, and it's 60% off on Amazon and Best Buy (until it's gone for good).
How to use Google Maps on a Garmin watch
Find your way We'll explain how to set up Google Maps so it works automatically, as well as how it compares to Maps on a Pixel Watch and which Garmin watches support it.
Best drawing tablets 2025
Ready, set, draw! Aching to incorporate freehand lines into your digital creations? It sounds like you need a drawing tablet! We've put together the best models for your perusing pleasure.
Best smartwatches that can measure blood oxygen saturation levels 2025
SPO2 monitor If you want a watch that measures your blood oxygen saturation levels with plenty of other great perks, these are the best ones you can buy right now.
Google Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 8a: More than a facelift
Stepping it up The Google Pixel 9a will wow you with its larger, brighter display and excellent battery life, but 8a owners may not have enough reason to upgrade.
Google Pixel Watch 4: Specs, Gemini upgrades, and everything you need to know
Same look, new perks No more leaks: The Pixel Watch 4 is officially here, and we have the rundown of every key hardware upgrade and new feature.
Why Google's AI health coach might not attract traditional Fitbit users
Wear OS Weekly You can use an old Fitbit watch or tracker with the new Fitbit personal health coach, but the best perks still require a Pixel Watch.
The Suunto Race 2 looks like a battery beast for ultramarathoners
Never stops running The Suunto Race 2 has key upgrades over the original Race in terms of battery longevity, design, and display quality.
Samsung should finally launch Project Moohan soon — but you may not be willing to pay for it
Not long to wait We knew Project Moohan would be expensive and launch sometime in 2025. Now we have more specifics on what to expect.
Best Android smartwatch 2025
The best Out of dozens of options we've reviewed, our expert Android team has picked out the best Android watches available today.
Google Pixel Watch 5: What we know and everything we want to see
5th-gen changes We have one credible Pixel Watch 5 leak so far, as well as thoughts on how it can improve on a solid Pixel Watch 4 template.
Should you buy the Google Pixel Watch 4?
Sunday Runday The Pixel Watch 4 has exciting upgrades on paper. I broke down which ones you should or shouldn't care about, plus the reasons to hold off on buying one.
