Singapore just became the first Southeast Asian market to officially launch Meta’s AI glasses, leaving Malaysia in a tech void that raises questions about regional software gatekeeping.
Wearables
Tech that you wear.
Garmin Adds WhatsApp Support to Its Smartwatches TL;DR: Garmin has launched a WhatsApp app for select smartwatches, allowing users to read, reply, and react to messages directly from their wrist. The app is free via Connect IQ, works with newer models, and still requires a connected smartphone, marking a major
Qualcomm Launches Snapdragon Wear Elite Platform with On-Device AI and 3nm Architecture TL;DR: Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform for wearables. Built on 3nm, it brings a dedicated AI processor, major performance gains, and advanced connectivity, including 5G RedCap and satellite support. Qualcomm has introduced the new Snapdragon
Xiaomi Expands Ecosystem in Malaysia With Xiaomi Watch 5, Mini LED TVs, AIoT Devices and More TL;DR: Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi Watch 5, UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W, Xiaomi Tag, REDMI Buds 8 Pro and TV S Mini LED 2026 Series in Malaysia. Prices start from RM 59.
Pay from Your Wrist: HUAWEI Band 11 Arrives in Malaysia with Touch ‘n Go Support TL;DR: HUAWEI has launched the Band 11 fitness tracker in Malaysia with prices starting at RM189. The new wearable features a slimmer design, a brighter screen, comprehensive health tracking, and the ability to make Touch
HUAWEI to Launch Next-Gen WATCH GT Runner on 26 Feb TL;DR: HUAWEI will unveil the new WATCH GT Runner on 26 February in Madrid. The elite-focused smartwatch promises major upgrades in GPS precision, heart rate tracking, and performance analytics. HUAWEI is set to unveil its next-generation HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner
Meta Reportedly Revives Smartwatch Plans for 2026 Launch TL;DR: Meta has reportedly revived its plans to launch a smartwatch in 2026. Unlike previous cancelled projects, this new device is expected to function as a neural interface accessory, using wrist signals to control the company’s upcoming AR glasses. Meta Platforms appears
Apple Watch Gains Hypertension Notifications to Alert Users of Elevated Blood Pressure Trends TL;DR: Apple Watch now offers hypertension notifications based on long-term trends. It’s designed for early awareness, not medical diagnosis. Apple has rolled out hypertension notifications on Apple Watch, introducing a new health feature designed to alert users
HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN Is Official, and It Costs RM14K Along with the HUAWEI Mate X7, HUAWEI has introduced the HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN in Malaysia, positioning it as its most premium smartwatch to date with a price tag that reaches RM14,000. It sits at the top of HUAWEI’s wearable
ASUS and Xreal Unveil ROG XReal R1 High-Performance Gaming Glasses at CES 2026 ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has announced a strategic partnership with Xreal to launch the ROG Xreal R1, a new pair of gaming glasses designed to provide a massive virtual display in a portable form factor. Unveiled