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Your favorite fitness watch brands have some problems to fix. From longstanding Garmin problems to a Fitbit renaissance, these are my 2026 predictions and what improvements I want to see


From a game-changing Fenix 9 to more Whoop-style straps and better fitness watch-smart glasses integration, it should be an exciting 2026 for athletes!

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Android smartwatches are headed for a strong 2026, with upgrades to Gemini, Fitbit, and Samsung Health. Here's my list of everything I'm excited about, hoping to see, and dreading