EQUIPEngadget · 2h ago
These modern smartwatches are in their last year of updates
Executive Brief
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Several modern smartwatch models are scheduled to reach their final year of software support in 2026. Executive travelers should audit corporate device inventories to identify hardware requiring immediate replacement to maintain security standards.
- 01A significant range of current smartwatch models will cease receiving software updates this year
- 02Identify if existing hardware is on the list of devices being phased out
- 03Lack of ongoing updates presents potential security and functionality risks for business users
- 04Plan hardware refresh cycles to ensure continuous software support for mobile communication tools
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A whole bunch of smart watches are getting phased out this year. Is your watch on the list?