Latest articles by Michael L Hicks
The Venu 4 makes major changes to Garmin's health and fitness coaching, and we're intrigued
Mainline competitor The Garmin Venu 4 is Garmin's attempt to keep up with brands going all-in on medical advice, while also sticking to its coaching strengths.
Garmin's Instinct Crossover AMOLED: A premium hybrid watch for outdoor enthusiasts
Analog AMOLED Fans of the original Garmin Instinct Crossover or Instinct 3 have a new rugged hybrid option.
There's only one way Amazon's rumored AR glasses will compete with Ray-Ban Meta
Needs reFraming Amazon needs to convince its deal-loving customers to spend hundreds more than usual. It'll have to follow Meta's Ray-Ban template to pull that off.
Virtual Reality: A complete guide to VR headsets, AR glasses, and more
Ultimate Guide This is the Ultimate Guide to learn everything you need to know about VR headsets, VR glasses, and everything else!
These Samsung Galaxy Tab models support the S Pen in 2025
Putting pen to screen Which Galaxy Tab S, A, FE, and Active tablets work with Samsung's best stylus?
Garmin Fenix 8 Pro key upgrades over the Fenix 8: Is it worth it?
Versus Before you buy the Fenix 8 Pro for cellular, satellite, and a display upgrade, make sure you know what else has changed from the Fenix 8.
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.
The Suunto Race 2 is a tough Garmin Forerunner 570 rival for focused runners
Sunday Runday For anyone who thought the new Garmin Forerunner 970 and 570 were too expensive and focused on the wrong things, the Suunto Race 2 is what you're looking for.
Hypertension alerts on Apple Watch just put every smartwatch rival on notice
Wear OS Weekly Every smartwatch brand wants to "save lives" and get people healthier. By detecting hypertension, Apple is making a major statement.
Meta Quest 3: Specs, 3 vs. 3S, games, accessories, and more
Versus From Meta Quest 3 specs to the best accessories, game enhancements and differences from the Quest 2 and 3S, our guide covers all the essentials.
Wear OS 6: One UI 8 Watch, Material 3 Expressive, Gemini, & more
Future of Wear OS Wear OS 6 may be Google and Samsung's most significant upgrade to Android watches since OS 3. Here are the highlights and the watches due to receive it.
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.
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.
Google Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 8a: More than a facelift
Versus 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.
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.
