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The Galaxy Gear Arrives - what's the verdict?
Wearables

The Galaxy Gear Arrives - what's the verdict?

Samsung's Galaxy Gear launches with quirkiness but lacks wow factor, retailing at $299 from Oct. Critics question its 'smart' label.

By Sean Mitchell • 1 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013
All the Galaxy Gear but no idea?
Wearables

All the Galaxy Gear but no idea?

Samsung throws its latest gadget into the ring, the Galaxy Gear smartwatch, amid skepticism on its utility in the modern world.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013
Will you own a smart watch by 2018?
Wearables

Will you own a smart watch by 2018?

Smart watch shipments are expected to hit 36 million annually by 2018, with Apple and Samsung poised to trigger a market boom, Juniper Research reveals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2013
Under the Surface… Watch Microsoft go
Wearables

Under the Surface… Watch Microsoft go

Rumours are rife that Microsoft is testing a 'translucent aluminum' Smart Watch, moving the prototype to the Surface division of the company.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2013
Wearable tech to hit US$1.5 billion by 2014
Wearables

Wearable tech to hit US$1.5 billion by 2014

Next generation wearables including smart glasses and watches set for boost as influential players such as Google and Apple enter the market.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2013
Watch this space… Windows for your wrist
Wearables

Watch this space… Windows for your wrist

Microsoft may soon join the smartwatch race, challenging Apple and Samsung. Can the tech titan make its mark or is it too late?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2013
Are intimate devices the future?
Wearables

Are intimate devices the future?

Apple board member says intimate technology is the way forward, highlighting the iWatch and Google Glass as market drivers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2013
Three's a crowd as Google enters Smart Watch market
Wearables

Three's a crowd as Google enters Smart Watch market

Google takes on Apple and Samsung in the buzzing smartwatch fray, hinting at a feud for supremacy in wearable tech. Who will dominate?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Mar 2013

Stories from Other Regions

SmartWatches stories

Westpac set for first SmartWatch banking app
Wearables

Westpac set for first SmartWatch banking app

Westpac NZ leads with the launch of the first SmartWatch banking app, offering balance checks and alerts on the wrist.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2013