Latest articles by Michael L Hicks
Samsung is HIDING this $150-off Galaxy Watch 8 deal, and it won't last
Cyber Monday You'll see $100 off the Galaxy Watch 8 with most retailers — already a great deal — but you can find $150 off on Samsung's site, no trade-in required.
It's your LAST chance to snag the best hybrid smartwatch for $100 off (with a hidden discount) before Cyber Monday ends
Cyber Monday The Withings ScanWatch 2 lasts a month, catches warning signs with your health, and looks good doing it — and it's $80 off (with a hidden $20 discount).
The official Quest 3 Elite Strap with Battery deal is good, but these two alternatives are better
Cyber Monday Two of the best Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessories are discounted for Cyber Monday, while Meta's (expensive) official deal ends soon.
These are the Cyber Monday running deals I'd buy, for both serious and casual athletes
Sunday Runday From Garmin watches and wireless earbuds to cheap stocking stuffers, these are the tech and running gear that I personally recommend or plan to buy.
The Fenix 8 has never been cheaper; and its STILL on sale, so is it a mistake to buy one?
Should you get it? Having reviewed the Garmin Fenix 8, I know how impressive it is; I've also reviewed much cheaper Garmin watches that'll work just as well for many athletes.
I've worn these headphones every day for three years, and they're as low as $13 for Black Friday
Black Friday I love these Sony headphones for their simple on-ear comfort and respectable sound, and I'm buying a new pair as soon as I finish this post.
Don't spend hundreds — this $79 Black Friday fitness watch deal gives athletes all the essentials
Black Friday The Amazfit Active 2 has fallen to match its best-ever price, giving you tools that you'd normally pay hundreds more to get.
The best Garmin alternative for runners and hikers is $50 off (with a sneaky second deal)
Black Friday The COROS PACE Pro doesn't have a huge discount, but it's already much more affordable than your typical Garmin Forerunner, with one key perk you'll love.
Garmin's Black Friday sale makes its 2025 watches cost what they SHOULD have originally
Black Friday Garmin watch prices soared in 2025. Now, great (but slightly overpriced) watches like the Venu 4, Forerunner 570, and Instinct 3 are more reasonable to buy.
If I weren't a smartwatch hoarder, I'd buy these Black Friday deals
Wearables Weekly My closet is filled to bursting with smartwatches, but if I were robbed and needed to start over, these are the Black Friday smartwatch deals I'd genuinely buy.
I love the second-gen Meta AI glasses. Newbies should buy the first-gen Meta Black Friday deal, and here's why
Black Friday Meta's Gen 2 glasses are upgraded but more expensive. Is it savvy shopping or poor planning to buy the Gen 1 Ray-Ban Metas for much less?
Best smartwatches with temperature sensor
Hot or cold Not many smartwatches come with a body temperature sensor. Of the ones that do, these are the very best.
The Google Pixel Watch 4 just got its first major discount, courtesy of Black Friday
Black Friday This smartwatch came out in October and blew me away in my review testing; now, thanks to Black Friday, you can save up to $100 on one.
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.
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?
