Latest articles by Michael L Hicks
OnePlus Watch Lite arrives soon as a skinny Oppo Watch S lookalike
Cheap perks OnePlus is promising 'flagship-level' features in its next budget smartwatch, with a full reveal coming next month.
Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses review: Ray-Ban Meta on steroids
Sunday Runday I've worn Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses for runs, walks, hikes, rounds of golf, and more; here's why I love them, but why you may or may not feel the same.
Best cheap smartwatch for Android 2025
Affordable wearables Looking for a cheap, reliable Android watch? These are our suggestions, from affordable Wear OS models to low-priced fitness watches from Garmin and Fitbit.
There's one reason to buy a Fitbit Charge 6 in 2025, and it's not Black Friday
Black Friday This isn't the first time that the Fitbit Charge 6 has fallen to $99. But it's the first time in years that I'm excited about Fitbit.
Wait, $129 for a Galaxy Watch 7!? This deal won't survive to Black Friday!
Black Friday The Galaxy Watch 7 was our #1 recommendation for best Android smartwatch for a year, and you're getting three more years of updates an absurdly low price.
Save up to $150 on Garmin's two best last-gen watches for most people
Early BF deal The Garmin Venu 3 and Forerunner 265 are Garmin's best watches for athletes who need training help but not expensive extras.
Oura sues Samsung, Amazfit, as it demands royalty payments from its remaining smart ring rivals
Here we go again Oura filed lawsuits against Samsung, Zepp Health, Reebok, and Noise in East Texas this week, over common smart ring features that Oura has patented.
Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus review: The best workout earbuds got even better
Wearables Weekly I've been using open-ear Shokz earbuds for two years. The new 'Plus' version is better than ever, but are they worth $200? For some athletes, absolutely.
Garmin's November 2025 update throws the Venu 4's best new trick to more watches
Health overhaul The Venu 4's Health Status perk makes it easier to judge when you're unhealthy, and while older watches are getting it, only a few get the best version.
How to set up and customize Gemini Raise to Talk on the Pixel Watch 4
Gemini shortcut Gemini's new Pixel Watch gesture makes it easier than ever to access Google's AI assistant. Here's how it works.
A new OnePlus smartwatch is coming soon — is it the skinny Watch 4 we've been waiting for?
Intriguing hints Could the OnePlus Watch 4 be arriving in December as a spin-off of the skinny Oppo Watch S, or will this be something else?
How to set up Safety & Emergency features on the Pixel Watch 4
Be prepared From Emergency Sharing and Safety Checks to fall/ crash detection and Loss of Pulse detection, there are plenty of emergency & safety tools you must set up.
Skip the Fenix and Epix: this is the one premium Garmin watch deal you should buy
Early BF deal This limited-time, early Black Friday deal on the "best running watch" I've ever tested is worth picking out of Garmin's massive holiday sale.
Garmin's best beginner watch for everyday people just returned to its all-time low, days before Black Friday
Early BF deals If you want to swap to Garmin for your gym workouts but are intimidated by the high prices, the $50-off Vivoactive 6 is your best starting point.
Best Wear OS watch 2025
Wear this If you want a feature-packed and stylish Wear OS watch, you'll want to prioritize Google and Samsung, but alternatives like OnePlus have their benefits.
COROS just dropped the price of two great running watches — here's how to pick the best one before Black Friday
Reduced running These two fitness watches were already affordable for what they offered; now they're even cheaper, thanks to the new COROS PACE 4 launch.
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic LTE hit an all-time low, but is the Pixel Watch 4 LTE a better fit?
Early BF deals You can basically get the Classic LTE upgrade for the same price as the Bluetooth model on Amazon, making it cheaper than the Pixel Watch 4 45mm LTE.
Garmin's work on a crown feels inevitable, but it's bound to annoy its biggest fans, and there's only one way I think it could work
Crown vs. buttons Garmin is allegedly developing a Hall effect crown, which may turn off longtime Garmin fans but appeal to more "mainstream" athletes.
Samsung is giving away six months of video workouts to Galaxy Watch 8 buyers
Workout fun Samsung is collaborating with iFit to make hundreds of workouts available in Samsung Health, but only a few will be available for free.
I tested the COROS PACE 4, and it's the new best cheap running watch of 2025
Paced to perfection The COROS PACE 4 is the best sub-$300 option I've found for a long-lived running watch. Here's what's new and how it performed for GPS and HR accuracy.
The Garmin tech I used (and ignored) to train for the Garmin Tucson Marathon
Sunday Runday I'm running a marathon in six days, and while I relied on my Garmin watch for my training, I only got in the best shape by ignoring Garmin's advice.
Google is enlisting ten thousand Pixel Watch owners to study high blood pressure
In Fitbit Labs, you can sign up for studies for 'Unusual Trend Detection' or the 'Hypertension Study Lab,' but not everyone is eligible.
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.
