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Who Is In The Meta Oakley Sunglasses Super Bowl Commercial?

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:56:25 +0000

While many love to watch the Super Bowl, some are in it just for the commercials. Here's who you can expect to see in the Meta Oakley commercial this year.

12 Of The Biggest Luxury Watch Brands, Ranked By Sales

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Figures from Morgan Stanley and LuxeConsult reveal the most lucrative watch brands worldwide, including Omega, TAG Heuer, and Vacheron Costantin.

4 Hints That It's Probably Time To Upgrade Your Apple Watch

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:15:00 +0000

From battery frustration to missing features, everyday annoyances can quietly add up and signal that your Apple Watch is due for an upgrade.

Apple's AI Pin Might Actually Be Worth Wearing (No, Hear Me Out)

staff@slashgear.com (Nadeem Sarwar) — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:15:00 +0000

There have been some pretty public failures in the wearable AI arena, but Apple's pin might change all of that. Here's what could make it a success.

How Your Smartwatch Tracks Sleep (And How Accurate It Really Is)

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000

From breathing micromotions to AI coaching, discover the science behind top smartwatches and why they often overestimate how much rest you're getting.

Why Do People Slap Their Apple Watches?

staff@slashgear.com (Nadeem Sarwar) — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:45:00 +0000

You might have seen people weirdly slapping their Apple Watch screens in public. It looks aggressive, but this gesture actually triggers a very useful feature.

This Is The Best Smartwatch You Can Buy Right Now, Says Consumer Reports

staff@slashgear.com (Brad Hill) — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 12:45:00 +0000

Looking for the best smartwatch to wear as part of your everyday carry? These are the best ones on the market according to Consumer Reports.

'Great Bang For Your Buck' - Users Praise These Cheap Earbuds On Amazon

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:45:00 +0000

AirPods and other wireless Bluetooth headphones can be expensive, but there are budget-friendly alternatives. Users say these are worth considering.

Redditors Hate This Apple Product, But Here's Why They're Wrong

staff@slashgear.com (Jowi Morales) — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:45:00 +0000

Apple makes a wide range of great devices, but there's one in particular that draws some ire from the Reddit community. Here's what it is and why they're wrong.

How To Restart Your Apple Watch (Even Without A Power Button)

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Sat, 08 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Restarting your Apple Watch can fix a lot of minor problems, and there's even a way to reboot it without using the buttons on the watch at all.

Are Whoop Fitness Trackers Worth Buying? Here's What Users Say

staff@slashgear.com (Edward Munene) — Sat, 08 Nov 2025 12:15:00 +0000

Opinions on WHOOP's fitness tracker are sharply split; it's not about what it does, but whether you're ready to live by it.

WhatsApp Is Officially Available On Apple Watch - Here's What It Can Do & Which Models Get It

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Longtime Apple fans will be excited to learn that WhatsApp finally supports the Apple Watch, though it obviously won't work on every Apple device.

5 Cheaper Alternatives To The Pixel Watch 4

staff@slashgear.com (Sumukh Rao) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 22:30:00 +0000

Looking for a solid smartwatch without spending $400? These Android-friendly options balance features, battery life, and style for less.

5 Smart Fitness Gadgets Users Say Make Workouts Easier (And More Fun) This October

staff@slashgear.com (Jack O'Neill) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:30:00 +0000

Smart gadgets this October are changing how people train, track, and recover, making workouts more efficient, enjoyable, and easier to stay consistent.

Yes, There's Gold Inside Your Household Electronics - But Is It Actually Worth Anything?

staff@slashgear.com (Casey Cooper) — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Gold has properties that make it useful in electronic devices, but mining old cell phones and computers for the metal isn't practical for individuals.

How Does Garmin Measure Body Battery?

staff@slashgear.com (Shikhar Mehrotra) — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Many smartwatch makers now gear their products and features for people who want to keep tabs on their bodies; this is how the Garmin Body Battery system works.

Can You FaceTime With Meta's AI Glasses?

staff@slashgear.com (Joseph Chidi) — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:15:00 +0000

While Meta's AI Glasses can technically be used for a FaceTime, you won't be able to take advantage of the full features offered by other Meta apps.

What Is The Purple Person Icon On Your Apple Watch? (And How To Turn It Off)

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 21:15:00 +0000

You may have noticed a mysterious purple person icon on your Apple Watch. There's a good explanation for why it's there, and you can turn it off if you want.

Apple Watch Can Now Rate Your Rest With A Sleep Score - Here's How It Works

staff@slashgear.com (Nadeem Sarwar) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 20:15:00 +0000

Just because you feel rested, doesn't mean you got a quality night's sleep. The Apple Watch can now rate your rest with a sleep score. Here's how it works.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 Vs Ultra 2: What's The Difference?

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:15:00 +0000

In September 2025, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 came onto the market. There are several significant differences between it and its predecessor, the Ultra 2.