They’re not radically different, but the operating system’s a big shift.
Smartwatches
My Problem with Pebble: It’s Still Too Much Work
Pebble’s new apps are no easier to reach than the phone in your pocket.
3 Things Smartwatches Need to Be Ready for Prime Time
The smartwatch has become a valuable tool that meets some key needs during my busy day. However, we are years away from smartwatches becoming items that a broad audience will accept.
TechnologizerReviews
Pebble’s Steel Smartwatch Is Fine, but the Real News Is the New Pebble Appstore
ESPN, Foursquare, Yelp and much more are about to land on your wrist.
Pebble and Glyph: How Crowdfunding Is Creating Disruptive New Products
Two crowdfunded projects that opened up new categories of devices.
What’s New in Activity Trackers, Smartwatches and Other Wearable Tech
Wearable tech will be big this year, with dozens of gadgets to clip on your clothing, wear on your wrist, strap to your head (or helmet), and even slip on your feet.
Straight-Up Android on a Smartwatch: Hands On with the Omate TrueSmart
No smartphone necessary.
Martian Notifier Is Watch First, Smart Second
A traditional watch with a side of notifications.
TechnologizerCES 2014
With Its New Steel Smartwatch, Pebble Gets Classy
Same technology, same apps — and a sleek new metal case.
The Pebble Smartwatch Will Have an App Store in 2014
The next wave of watch apps should be more useful and easier to find.
Samsung’s Galaxy Gear Smartwatch Isn’t Exactly a Disaster, but It’s Sure Not a Hit Either
Shipped or sold, 800K units isn’t so hot for Samsung’s smartwatch.
Qualcomm’s Experimental Toq Smartwatch to Sell for $350
The Mirasol-powered watch arrives on December 2.