Global wearable band shipments fell 2 per cent year on year in the second quarter of 2026 , but the overall decline concealed a widening divide in consumer preferences, according to the latest estimates from research firm Omdia.
The research firm said consumers were increasingly choosing either minimalist, screenless trackers designed for continuous use or more sophisticated sports-focused smartwatches offering advanced features, greater accuracy and longer battery life.
Smartwatch shipments
