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Simpler wearables gain appeal as smartwatch fatigue grows

The smartwatch market continues to grow, but some consumers are increasingly looking for simpler wearable devices, driven not by a lack of features but by fatigue from constant connectivity and notifications. Engadget said smartwatches have become a leading wearable over the past decade, yet some users find they prompt more frequent reactions to alerts. The trend aligns with broader digital fatigue, while the market overall keeps expanding. Minimal-function wearables focus on core health and fitness tracking.

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Apple could launch its biggest-ever product lineup in 2027; expected lineup

Apple could unveil its biggest-ever new-product lineup in 2027, with 6 iPhone models alongside AI-focused wearables, smart home devices and new products based on the M6 chip, industry forecasts show. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, cited by 9to5Mac, said 2027 could be Apple’s biggest year for new products, pointing to a broad overhaul over the next 2 years. The expected lineup includes anniversary iPhones, camera-equipped AirPods and Apple Glass.

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Minimal smartwatch \'Jaye Band\' filters only key alerts, targeting smartphone addiction

Jaye Band, a minimalist wearable that filters smartphone notifications to show only selected alerts, has launched a Kickstarter funding drive. The developers describe it as a tiny smartwatch aimed at reducing smartphone addiction and notification fatigue. The device has a small black-and-white OLED display and omits health and activity tracking features. The Kickstarter goal was $5,000, while funding has reached $35,749. Early-backer pricing is $129, rising to $249 after launch, with delivery slated for December 2026.