The Huawei Watch 2 is the first smartwatch in Australia that supports 4G, and that's just one of its many tricks. Running Android Wear, it's simple but powerful. This is the first watch you can use properly without your phone in Australia -- and that comes in handy more often than you'd think.

One of the perils of smart devices is that many rely on their respective company's online servers to function, and sometimes those companies shut down. Which leaves you with an expensive paperweight. Luckily Pebble has had the foresight to update their smartwatches after being acquired by Fitbit last year.

There aren't a ton of fashion accessories for men, but the wristwatch stands out as a distinct way to accent your look. If you know what to look for, you can also get a timepiece that will last for ages.

Have an ancient mobile phone sitting around? Tinkernut shows you how to make use of it by turning it into a smartwatch with a Genuino brain.

Video: Watches come in a wide variety of sizes, and so do wrists. These helpful tips will make sure your never buy a watch that looks too big or too small when you wear it.

When you need a little extra cash, digging through your jewellery box isn't a bad place to start. But should you go to a gold buyer or hit up a pawn shop? Here's how to get the best prices for your shiny goods.

Dear Lifehacker, I am quite a small guy with a very small frame, and that means I have small wrists. I'd love to get a smartwatch but I'm worried that the wristbands and faces will look ridiculous and/or won't fit. Any recommendations for a more compact smartwatch?

The latest update for the Pebble smartwatch adds volume control, app shifting and for iOS users, iBeacon compatibility.

‘Wearable computing’ is a concept that’s been around for ages – especially if you count centuries-old gizmos like the abacus ring. However, the technology is only now beginning to creep its way into the mainstream, with the versatile smartwatch leading the charge. We take a look at some of the most popular options on the market.

Samsung's much-anticipated Galaxy Gear smart watch was officially launched today. One potential advantage it offers you might not have thought of? Improved identity and access management.

Dear Lifehacker, I keep seeing new “smartwatches” show up on gadget sites, but they all look different. What is a smartwatch, and should I consider buying one?

Smartphones are obvious targets for thieves. The devices are expensive, they're small, and they're easy to steal. No Handcuffs -- a blog centered around keeping you out of trouble -- notes that one of the easiest ways to fall victim to having your phone stolen is to use it to check for the time when someone asks.

Being organised is a major part of the Lifehacker mantra, so it should come as no surprise that wearing a watch all the time proved the most popular choice in our recent poll about time-keeping habits. Just under half the respondents opted for "I have one on every waking hour, and I feel nervous when I don't".