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Samsung is reportedly preparing to unveil the next version of the Galaxy Watch Ultra — the true successor to its previous model, which only received a memory upgrade. In response to its key competitor, the Apple Watch Ultra 3, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 had…
On Friday, gold prices in Vietnam experienced a dip while global bullion prices noted a hike. The price of a gold bar from the Saigon Jewelry Company witnessed a decrease of 1.01%, bringing its value down to VND175.4 million (US$6,757.33) per tael. Each tael…
Swiss high-end watch manufacturer, Montres Breguet, has made its debut in Thailand with the launch of a boutique at IconSiam in Bangkok. Store Design The newly minted boutique showcases a unique design aesthetic, incorporating luxurious elements such as…
Switzerland’s luxury conglomerate Richemont has transferred the ownership of the distinguished watchmaker Baume & Mercier to Damiani Group of Italy. The financial details of this transaction remain undisclosed. Merging Into Damiani’s Luxury Portfolio…
WhatsApp has made a long-awaited move by releasing a specialized, native application designed specifically for the Apple Watch. This significant development includes voice messages and comprehensive chat history, effectively bringing key features to users’…
In September, retail sales in Singapore continued their upward trajectory, albeit at a slower pace than in August. Overview of Retail Sales Singapore’s retail sales, excluding motor vehicles, witnessed a 2% growth in September. This figure is slightly lower…
Several months after rolling out an iPad application, global messaging giant WhatsApp is reportedly gearing up to introduce a new application specifically designed for the Apple Watch. This anticipated development is set to enhance the user experience of…
Google’s Pixel Watch has been a topic of discussion for several years now, but it has always fallen short of expectations. With each new iteration, the brand seemed to be on the brink of a breakthrough, yet something was always missing, preventing it from…
The renowned Siam Paragon, positioned at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, solidified its reputation as the leading destination for luxury watches following the enormous success of Siam Paragon Bangkok Watch Week 2025. Founders, proprietors, and top-tier…
Apple has unveiled watchOS 26, the first iteration of the product’s operating system to feature Apple’s new naming approach, excluding beta versions. The significant update in the software is the introduction of the Liquid Glass design language, which adds a…
Patek Philippe, the notable luxury watchmaker, has recently launched its grand store in the heart of Hong Kong, specifically at Queen’s Road. The Store’s Design and Features Stretched over an area of more than 3000 square feet, this new store is designed with…
On a day like any other, a delivery driver found himself in a dilemma that would leave him counting his losses. Tasked with delivering a watch touted as a Japanese brand, he couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off. Sensing it was a counterfeit, he…
A few years ago, I made the mistake of purchasing a fake Rolex for VND6 million (US$230) online, which led to a rather embarrassing predicament. The seller touted it as a first-rate “authentic” replica, claiming it looked so convincing that no one would…
Swiss luxury watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen is set to enchant watch aficionados with the launch of two exquisite limited edition timepieces inspired by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s cherished novella, “The Little Prince.” This charming tribute includes the Big…
Tom van Wijlick, an emerging force in the watch industry, shares his journey from an IT entrepreneur to the founder of two successful watch brands, Lebois & Co and Airain. With a passion for horology ignited by his childhood Swatch, van Wijlick has set out to…
While the Apple Watch was not originally created to save lives, over the years some of the health-related features on the device have sent out timely warnings allowing users to get to the doctor or the hospital before it was too late. In other situations, the…
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