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Route Planning arrives on the Amazfit Balance 2 in update

“`html Amazfit Balance 2 Gains Route Planning in Major Phone-Free Wearables Upgrade Amazfit expands its budget-friendly smartwatch capabilities, introducing standalone route mapping and audio-guided workouts that reduce phone dependency – perfect for Gen Z adventurers embracing phone-free wearables lifestyles. The firmware update enables direct route creation on-device or via Zepp app, syncing custom courses for […]

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Suunto marks 90 years with 1,936 units of a limited-edition Vertical 2

“`html Celebrating 90 years of pioneering wearable tech, Suunto just debuted the Vertical 2 Titanium Limited Edition – a nostalgic tribute for outdoor enthusiasts embracing phone-free wearables. This milestone release bridges heritage craftsmanship with modern adventure tech. While matching the Vertical 2’s powerful internals like its 1.5-inch AMOLED screen and 65-hour GPS battery, this collector’s

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FDA escalates recall of Freestyle Libre 3 CGMs after links to seven deaths

“`html FDA Raises Alarm: Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 Recalled After Linking to 7 Deaths The FDA has upgraded its recall of select Abbott FreeStyle Libre 3 and 3 Plus continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to Class I – its most urgent warning level. This alert comes after reports of these medical wearables displaying dangerously inaccurate low

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Whoop blocks ‘almost identical’ rival in landmark design infringement ruling

Sleek Wearables Win Big: Whoop Blocks Copycat Fitness Tracker in Court In a major victory for distinctive smart wearables, fitness tech leader Whoop has won a preliminary injunction against Chinese manufacturer Lexqi. The US District Court ruled Lexqi’s screenless tracker copied the iconic design language of Whoop’s devices – a significant protection for phone-free wearables

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 break cover in database leak

“`html The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 just surfaced in GSMA IMEI records, confirming these flagship smart wearables are coming soon. These phone-free wearables with model numbers SM-L345U and SM-L716U could bring major upgrades to Samsung’s health-tracking ecosystem. With certifications typically appearing 4-6 months pre-launch, a July release aligns perfectly with

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This hair-thin chip could help cut the link between wearables and phones

“`html This Hair-Thin Chip Could Free Wearables From Smartphone Dependence A paper-thin AI chip could finally enable Smart Wearables to operate completely phone-free, according to research from Tsinghua and Peking Universities. While modern wearables like the best eSIM smart watches still rely on smartphones for heavy processing, this new flexible chip – called Flexi –

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Supply chain pivots to ‘Apple scale’ as 2026 AR glasses rumors intensify

“`html Industry Shifts Gears for Apple’s Potential Entry Into Phone-Free Wearables Though Apple hasn’t officially confirmed its rumoured smart glasses, the smart glasses supply chain is already reorganizing at ‘Apple scale’ – signaling major moves ahead for phone-free wearables as early as 2026. This manufacturing upheaval could prove vital for Gen Z seeking prescription smart

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Fitbit co-founders launch Luffu to ease burden of family caregiving

“`html Gen Z Phone-Free Smart Wearables | Prescription Glasses & eSIM Watches | unpocket.tech Fitbit Founders Unveil Luffu: AI Platform Optimizes Family Healthcare Tracking Fitbit pioneers James Park and Eric Friedman just launched Luffu – an AI-driven ecosystem that syncs health tracking across families. Unlike traditional fitness wearables, this platform targets the ‘sandwich generation’ juggling

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Death Clock launches ‘Life Lab’ AI and moves into preventative health

Death Clock Launches AI Health Assistant for Smart Wearable Users | unpocket.tech Death Clock – famous for predicting life expectancy – just launched Life Lab, an AI health concierge that could revolutionize how we use phone-free wearables for preventative care. This advancement comes as more Gen Z users adopt eSIM smart watches and prescription smart

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