Wearables

OPPO Watch X now in the Philippines: Pricing, availability

Start your wellness journey

Published

on

The OPPO Watch X is now available in the Philippines. The premium smartwatch retails for PhP 18,999 on all OPPO Stores and the brand’s official Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok stores.

Customers will enjoy the OPPO Watch X’s combination of style and cutting-edge technologies which elevate holistic wellness. The wearable comes in a sleek metallic finish, crafted using premium materials like the durable Sapphire Crystal Glass and a polished 46mm Stainless Steel Case. There are two color options for the wrist strap: Platinum Black and Mars Brown.

Beyond its appearance, the watch is built to military-grade (MIL-STD-810H) standards to withstand extreme temperatures, shocks, and even solar radiation. It also comes with an IP68 rating and 5ATM water resistance, so users can be ready for any adventure.

Built for one’s well-being

The OPPO Watch X is built for one’s overall well-being, with monitoring features that are there mainly to remind users to stay stress-free as much as possible.

First, OPPO’s new offering can monitor both long sleeps and short, 20-minute naps. It will also prompt users whenever it detects physiological signs of stress.

The advanced sleep tracking features includes analyzing different sleep stages at night. It can also identify irregularities like sleep apnea and provide corresponding early warnings if medical advice is needed.

Moreover, the Watch X monitors heart rate variability, skin temperature, and other indicators. Whenever it detects that a user is stressed, it will be give out guided breathing exercises to manage stress effectively.

Over 100 workout modes

On the fitness side of things, the OPPO Watch X supports over 100 workout modes. It also has optimized and pro-grade tracking for 11 popular sports, including running, badminton, tennis, and swimming.

The device utilizes advanced sensors and OPPO Sense algorithms for topnotch insights that cater to all levels of enthusiasts.

Runners can access real-time data on Ground Contact Time (GCT), GCT Balance, and Vertical Oscillation. A detailed post-run analysis will also be provided, tackling running posture and pacing.

On the other hand, badminton players will enjoy a dedicated mode that analyzes shot distribution, swing speed, and heart rate intervals.

Powered to last

Furthermore, the OPPO Watch X can last up to 100 hours on a single charge, with its 500mAh battery. Under Power Saver Mode, the device can extend its life up to 12 days.

Should you need a quick recharge, the Watch X replenishes to full in just an hour. A 10-minute recharge, meanwhile, extends the life to another day.

Seamless connectivity

Running on Wear OS 4 by Google, the OPPO Watch 4 also offers a smart and personalized experience. It supports several apps, including Audible, Spotify, Line, WhatsApp, MyFitnessPal, and Strava. It even allows users to reply to messages.

Related Topics:

Hands-On

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Series Hands-on

And everything announced during Apple’s September 2026 Event

Published

on

September 13, 2026

By

and

The latest Apple event isn’t just about the shiny new Apple Duo. There’s a lot to talk about!

In this video, we break down everything Apple has announced during their September 2026 keynote.

First, there’s the updated iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. That’s alongside their design and color changes, battery and performance improvements. Even that massive camera upgrade.

There’s even the ANC-infused AirPods 5 alongside the newer Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. Plus, the latest software updates coming to both these wearables.

So, are these worth the upgrade?

Continue Reading

Wearables

Smart lets you go phone-free with Apple Watch

Stay connected beyond your phone

Published

on

September 10, 2026

By

Smart Communications is expanding its smartphone-free connectivity options with Apple Watch, letting subscribers stay connected, track their health, and make payments from their wrist.

The latest Apple Watch lineup, including the Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and Apple Watch Ultra 3, is now available through Smart Postpaid Plans with Device starting at Plan 999.

The Apple Watch SE 3 starts at P692 per month, while the Apple Watch Series 11 starts at P1,321 per month. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 starts at P2,275 per month. Customers can also choose 0% installment plans through participating bank partners.

Smart Device Link lets Apple Watch users share their primary mobile number and plan with their smartwatch for P199 per month. This allows them to make calls, send texts, and use mobile data even when their iPhone isn’t nearby.

First-time Smart Device Link users can get a free six-month trial until September 30. Smart says activation instructions are available through its website.

Apple Watch

Beyond connectivity, Apple Watch offers health, fitness, safety, and wellness features that vary by model. These include heart rate and sleep tracking, ECG, Sleep Score, workout tracking, Crash Detection, and Emergency SOS.

Users can also make secure, contactless payments directly from their Apple Watch with Apple Pay.

The Apple Watch SE 3 focuses on essential health, fitness, safety, and connectivity features. The Series 11 adds more advanced health and fitness capabilities, while the Ultra 3 is designed for demanding sports and outdoor activities.

Smart 5G further supports connectivity across Apple Watch, iPhone, and other digital services, whether users are at work or on the go.

Smart was also recently recognized by Ookla for having the Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines for the first half of 2026. It posted a Video Score of 72.82, the highest among mobile operators in the country.

The Apple Watch SE 3, Series 11, and Ultra 3 are available through Smart’s Postpaid Plans with Device starting at Plan 999 via the Smart Online Store and Smart Stores.

Continue Reading

Wearables

The keyword for the Apple Watch Series 12 is heartrate variability

Plus, it has major advancements for Audio Intelligence.

Published

on

September 10, 2026

By

What goes well with a new iPhone? A new Apple Watch, of course.

Complementing the launch of the new iPhone 18 Pro series, Apple has also launched the new Apple Watch Series 12. Rather than completely reinventing the wheel, the new series aims to pack in more features into the wearable we all know and love.

This time, the Apple Watch Series 12 will focus on a key metric, heart rate variability (HRV). Also explaining the importance of tracking HRV, Apple maintains that the new watch is the best wearable for keeping track because it can automatically tell you when you should push and when to relax. Naturally, it can also tell you if something is wrong.

Armed with the new S11 chip, the Apple Watch Series 12 also boasts Siri AI, powered by Apple Intelligence and Audio Intelligence. Besides keeping track of their vitals, the wearable can also be an effective assistant for day-to-day tasks. For example, Live Rewinds tracks the past 15 seconds of a conversation so you could look back if you missed some important bits. Siri Recap then creates highly intelligent summaries of past conversations.

Naturally, you’re also getting the standard array of fitness tracking. The bigger story, however, is a redesigned Health app coming later this year. The new app comes with a Health Age feature which shows how healthy you are, relative to your age.

The watch will last up to 24 hours on a single charge or up to 10 hours during an outdoor workout. Plus, a 15-minute charging sessions gets you 50 percent of battery life back.

Price, availability

The Apple Watch Series 12 comes in a variety of colorway options including dark bronze, black, light gold, and space gray aluminum, and radiant gold and natural titanium. It also comes in pearl white and night blue for the ceramic version.

It starts at US$ 399 and will come out on September 18.

Continue Reading

Trending