Michael Kors makes a big splash at Baselworld with Android Wear 2.0 smartwatches

Continuing their push into the fashionable smartwatch market, Fossil's Michael Kors brand recently unveiled a host of new products aunder the MICHAEL KORS ACCESS, line of smartwatches and activity trackers.  

Revealed at Baselworld, a premier event for watchmakers and horologists, were the Sofie (ladies) and Grayson (mens) line of smartwatches. Like all MICHAEL KORS ACCESS wearables, the Sofie and the Grayson are compatible with both Android and iOS phones thanks to cutting edge technology made possible through a partnership with Google and the Android Wear 2.0 smartwatch platform. They feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon™ Wear 2100 system-on-a-chip.  

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UAG's Plasma Series cases are available for LG G6

Urban Armor Gear (UAG) the leading manufacturer of rugged, lightweight, drop-tested mobile accessories, launched its new Plasma Series case for the LG G6.

UAG is known for making tough and functional protective cases for smartphones, tablets and notebooks.

Built with UAG’s patented composite design, the case delivers 360-degrees of solid protection for the LG G6’s sizable, 5.7-inch screen and body, fusing a hard outer shell with a soft, impact resistant core. The case includes oversized tactile buttons, generous ports and a low-profile design that easily slips in and out of the pocket. The unique shape of UAG’s LG G6 case provides structural rigidity and meets military drop-test standards.

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‘Super Mario Run’ is out on Android

Nintendo seems to have gotten a bit excited and released its first Mario game for smartphones ahead of schedule. Super Mario Run is being reported by The Verge to be out on Android already. Just like with the iOS version, the game itself is free to download and includes trial versions of the World Tour, Toad Rally, and Kingdom Builder modes. Courses 1-1 to 1-4 are also included in the free trial. If you want full access to the game, you need to make a one-time payment of US$9.99. There won’t be any in-app purchases after that time. It isn't showing up for us yet but keep an eye out for it, it should be coming your way soon.

We've released #SuperMarioRun on Android a bit early! Download it now on Google Play: https://t.co/u4H9bycTyr pic.twitter.com/4nHnPWD9de

— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) March 22, 2017

Samsung offers new experiences on the Gear S3 courtesy of new app partnerships

Samsung’s Tizen-powered Gear S3 are getting a slew of new features thanks to new partnerships the company has entered into. The first one takes advantage of Samsung’s relationship with Under Armour. This will bring the Under Armour Connected Fitness suite (which includes UA Record, MapMyRun, MyFitnessPal, and Endomondo) to the smartwatch and giving you some useful fitness- and health-related apps to use. Those who buy a new Gear S3 get 12 months complimentary access to the premium services included in the suite. There will even been exclusive features, such as being able to participate in challenges, for Gear devices.

Samsung’s relationship with Spotify brings offline playback access to the Gear S3. Also, the BMW Connected app will work for all compatible BMW vehicles. And Nest owners can use the Gear for Nest app to control the temperature at home. The Gear S3’s own HERE WeGo app will also make it easier for you to see public transport options right from your wrist and you’ll even be able to send directions straight to your Galaxy smartphone.

Source: Android Authority