Articles by Michael Sawh

Michael is a freelance journalist who has covered consumer technology for over a decade and specializes in wearable and fitness tech. Previously editor of Wareable, he also co-ran the features and reviews sections of T3, and has a long list of bylines in the world of consumer tech sites.

With a focus on fitness trackers, headphones, running wearables, phones, and tablet, he has written for numerous publications including Wired UK, GQ, Men's Fitness, BBC Science Focus, Metro and Stuff, and has appeared on the BBC Travel Show. Michael is a keen swimmer, a runner with a number of marathons under his belt, and is also the co-founder of YouTube channel The Run Testers.

Articles by: Michael Sawh

'I got this one wrong': As a running watch expert, I thought Garmin's LED flashlight was just a gimmick — but 4 years on, it's proven to be a top-tier smartwatch feature

By Michael Sawh Published 5 September 26

Almost all smartwatches could use an LED light, in my opinion.

Google says the Pixel Watch 5 can beat Apple and Garmin for GPS accuracy — so I decided to test all three watches myself on the London Marathon course

By Michael Sawh Published 29 August 26

Can Google's claims of Garmin and Apple-beating GPS really hold water?

‘We believe voice is the future… When the era of AI comes in, a lot of the interaction between the watch or the app with consumers will change’ — Why Coros is betting on voice to be the key to beating Apple and Garmin

By Michael Sawh Published 23 May 26

I asked Coros' CEO about AI's big future in smartwatches, and he said voice and LLMs are the future of training tools

'The cost of cloud services and the cost of AI will also go down in the future, so we’ll try very hard to keep it for free': Coros' CEO on how the smartwatch maker is swerving subscriptions for now — avoiding another Garmin Connect+ disaster

By Michael Sawh Published 1 May 26

How Coros has "no plans" to implement unpopular Garmin- or Whoop-style subscription-only features anytime soon, according to its CEO

I tried the app Whoop just sued — and it’d be a real shame if it lost the battle

By Michael Sawh Published 23 April 26

I tried both Whoop and Bevel to see if they really are strikingly, infringingly similar.

I swapped running for the Japanese walking workout — complete with a purpose-built high-performance walking shoe

By Michael Sawh Published 7 January 26

Do we really need a performance walking shoe? I decided to find out by trying the biggest walking fitness craze out there.

3 Garmin watches I want to see in 2026 — and top of the list is a true Forerunner 55 sequel

By Michael Sawh Published 30 December 25

Garmin's cheapest watch is in dire need of an upgrade, as well as others in the range.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs Garmin Venu X1: How does Garmin's latest superpower smartwatch compare with Apple's best?

By Michael Sawh Published 26 July 25

What are Apple and Garmin’s premium square smartwatches like to live with? We tested them side-by-side.

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 2 first look: the $500 racing shoe aiming to break the London Marathon

By Michael Sawh Published 25 April 25

We take a (quick) spin in Adidas’ new super shoe made for marathon racing.

How to recycle an old pair of running shoes

By Michael Sawh Published 24 April 25

How to get the most out of your running shoes – and how to dispose of them responsibly.

Nike Alphafly 3 vs Saucony Endorphin Elite 2: Which carbon racing shoe is best for you?

By Michael Sawh Published 30 March 25

The Nike Alphafly 3 and Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 go head-to-head on fit and performance. Which one is the right one for you?

Garmin Fenix 8 vs Garmin Enduro 3: Which premium Garmin is best?

By Michael Sawh Published 30 December 24

Which Garmin outdoor watch should you buy? Here’s our take.

Zwift's new smart bike is like a PS5 controller with pedals, and Peloton should be worried

By Michael Sawh Published 27 December 24

We get in the saddle with Zwift's newest smart bike.

Garmin Enduro 3 Review: A battery powerhouse

By Michael Sawh Published 26 December 24

The Garmin Enduro 3 is a great sports watch that gives you big battery life for endurance and multi-day events

Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 review: One last workout

By Michael Sawh Published 25 December 24

Jabra’s last sports earbuds are worthy of a spot in your sweaty ears.

Garmin Fenix 7 Pro review: This top outdoor watch gets the Pro treatment

By Michael Sawh Last updated 20 November 24

The Garmin Fenix 7 Pro is, in many ways, the ultimate watch for outdoor adventurers.

Polar Grit X2 Pro vs Garmin Epix Pro: Which premium adventure watch should you buy?

By Michael Sawh Published 27 July 24

It's a battle of the AMOLED-packing outdoor watches. Which one should you buy?

Polar Grit X2 Pro watch on the ground with clock face and step count

Polar Grit X2 Pro review

By Michael Sawh Published 18 June 24

Polar’s best watch yet, but it should be better priced against the competition.

Nike Ultrafly review: The carbon-plated off-road cruiser

By Michael Sawh Published 18 April 24

It’s not a Vaporfly for the trails, but the Nike Ultrafly is still a comfy off-road cruiser.

How to use Garmin Coach to create a training plan on your Garmin watch

By Michael Sawh Published 7 April 24

A step-by-step guide on how to use your Garmin watch to tackle your first 5k or run a 10k race.

What to buy for your first 5K run: Essential kit to conquer your 2024 running goals

By Michael Sawh Published 3 January 24

Here's all the kit you'll need to take on your first 5K run in 2024.

Polar Vantage V3 review: An incredible GPS all-round fitness watch

By Michael Sawh Published 16 December 23

The Polar Vantage V3 is an excellent fitness watch and a great update over the old V2.

Garmin Forerunner 965 vs Garmin Forerunner 265: Which is best?

By Michael Sawh Published 12 November 23

Which is right for you: the Garmin Forerunner 965 or Garmin Forerunner 265?

How to create a course on Garmin Connect

By Michael Sawh Published 23 September 23

A step–by-step guide to creating a route you can follow on your Garmin watch

On Cloudboom Echo 3 review: On's race-day shoe keeps pace with Nike and ASICS

By Michael Sawh Published 18 July 23

On finally has a carbon racing shoe to match the competition, but it comes at at a much steeper price.

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