Garmin CIRQA smart band with screen-free design and Connected GPS announced

Garmin has announced the CIRQA Smart Band, its first screen-free smart band designed for continuous health and fitness tracking without a display. The wearable offers up to 10 days of battery life, provides around-the-clock health and fitness monitoring, and automatically records health and activity data that can be accessed through the Garmin Connect app. Garmin says the smart band’s core health and fitness features do not require a subscription. Continue reading “Garmin CIRQA smart band with screen-free design and Connected GPS announced”

Noise REP Band screen-free fitness tracker with AI health insights launched

Noise has entered the screenless wearable segment in India with the launch of the Noise REP Band. The wearable is designed for continuous biometric tracking without a display and provides advanced health insights and personalised guidance through the NoiseFit app, with all features available from day one without requiring a subscription. Continue reading “Noise REP Band screen-free fitness tracker with AI health insights launched”

HUAWEI Band 11 Series with 1.62″ AMOLED display, up to 14-day battery life launched in India

HUAWEI expanded its fitness tracker portfolio in India with the launch of the HUAWEI Band 11 Series, comprising the HUAWEI Band 11, Band 11 Metal and Band 11 Pro. Continue reading “HUAWEI Band 11 Series with 1.62″ AMOLED display, up to 14-day battery life launched in India”

Amazfit Helio Strap Pro with multi-point sensing announced

Amazfit has announced the Helio Strap Pro. Designed specifically for HYROX and hybrid fitness athletes, this screen-free training system expands upon the company’s original Helio Strap by incorporating a secondary, waist-mounted motion sensor. The combined setup aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of cardio effort, movement quality, and muscle load during high-intensity training. Continue reading “Amazfit Helio Strap Pro with multi-point sensing announced”

Oura Ring 5 with ultra-slim design, Health Radar, and blood pressure monitoring announced

ŌURA has introduced the Oura Ring 5, a smart ring positioned as the world’s smallest in its category. It is 40% smaller than Oura Ring 4, designed for improved comfort while maintaining advanced health tracking accuracy. The ring is built from lightweight, non-allergenic titanium and continues Oura’s approach that the finger provides stronger and more reliable biometric signals than wrist-based wearables. Continue reading “Oura Ring 5 with ultra-slim design, Health Radar, and blood pressure monitoring announced”

Luna Band voice-first wearable with LifeOS, Peak Score, haptic alerts announced

Luna has introduced the Luna Band, a voice-first wearable designed around daily health planning and performance tracking in India. The company says the Luna Band is built to help users achieve “peak state” every day by prioritizing schedules and daily actions instead of traditional health dashboards. Luna describes the wearable as the first device that “opens to your day, not your data.” Continue reading “Luna Band voice-first wearable with LifeOS, Peak Score, haptic alerts announced”

Xiaomi Band 10 Pro with 1.74″ AMOLED display, 150+ sports modes, GPS, up to 21 days battery life announced

Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi Band 10 Pro in China alongside the Xiaomi 17 Max smartphone. The Xiaomi Band 10 Pro features a slim 9.7mm body and weighs 21.6g. It uses a high-strength 6M46 aviation-grade aluminum alloy middle frame for improved durability, while the new Ceramic Edition adds a more premium finish. Continue reading “Xiaomi Band 10 Pro with 1.74″ AMOLED display, 150+ sports modes, GPS, up to 21 days battery life announced”

Oura’s George Abbott on India Launch: Redefining Wellness Wearables

Indians sleep an average of 6 hours and 28 minutes a night — roughly 40 minutes less than the world’s best-rested countries, with the average bedtime creeping past midnight at 12:14 AM. That’s the kind of insight Oura was sitting on before it officially launched in India. And it’s a big part of why the Finnish smart ring maker decided this was the right moment to enter one of the most price-sensitive premium wearable markets in the world. Here is a closer look at the strategy, challenges, and future of Oura’s highly anticipated Indian launch from the interview I had with George Abbott, Head of International Expansion, ŌURA. Continue reading “Oura’s George Abbott on India Launch: Redefining Wellness Wearables”

Google introduces screenless Fitbit Air with up to 7 days battery life

Google has introduced Fitbit Air, a new wearable device aimed at consumers seeking a less intrusive and more affordable alternative to traditional smartwatches and fitness trackers. Designed to integrate directly with the Google Health ecosystem, the device prioritizes a minimalist form factor for continuous wear. Continue reading “Google introduces screenless Fitbit Air with up to 7 days battery life”

Oura Ring 4 with sleep, heart rate and wellness insights launched in India

ŌURA, the maker of the world’s most trusted smart ring, has officially launched Oura Ring 4 in India. Designed for everyday wear, Oura Ring 4 provides data-driven insights into sleep, activity, heart health, stress, and more. Alongside the launch, ŌURA released its report, India: The State of Sleep 2026, highlighting sleep trends among Indian users. Continue reading “Oura Ring 4 with sleep, heart rate and wellness insights launched in India”

This Valentine’s Day, Gift More Than Love. Gift Health.

Valentine’s Day gifting is increasingly shifting toward practical technology that adds real value to everyday life. Smart wearables, especially health-focused watches and rings, have become popular choices—not as novelty gifts, but as devices people actually use long after the occasion has passed.
From heart-rate monitoring and sleep tracking to GPS-based workouts and long battery life, today’s smartwatches are designed to support consistent wellness. Whether you are buying for a fitness enthusiast or someone just starting their health journey, there are strong options available across price segments. Continue reading “This Valentine’s Day, Gift More Than Love. Gift Health.”

Polar Loop screen-free fitness tracker launched in India

Polar has launched the Polar Loop in India, a screen-free wearable fitness band for 24/7 monitoring of activity, heart rate, sleep and recovery. All features are enabled from the first day with no subscription charges. Continue reading “Polar Loop screen-free fitness tracker launched in India”

Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch and Helio Strap screen-free fitness tracker launched in India

Amazfit has expanded its product range in India with the launch of the Balance 2 smartwatch and the Helio Strap, the company’s first screen-free fitness, recovery, and sleep tracker. Both devices were first introduced globally in June 2025 and are now available for purchase in India. Continue reading “Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch and Helio Strap screen-free fitness tracker launched in India”

Pebble HALO Smart Ring Health and Fitness Tracker with digital display launched

Pebble, known for its smartwatches and accessories, has entered the smart ring market with the launch of the HALO Smart Ring in India. The company says this is India’s first smart ring with a digital display. Continue reading “Pebble HALO Smart Ring Health and Fitness Tracker with digital display launched”

Xiaomi Smart Band 10 with 1.72″ AMOLED screen, up to 21 days battery life announced

Xiaomi has introduced the Smart Band 10 in China, featuring a 1.72-inch AMOLED screen with 2.0mm bezels, a 60Hz refresh rate, and 1500 nits peak brightness. Continue reading “Xiaomi Smart Band 10 with 1.72″ AMOLED screen, up to 21 days battery life announced”