I just went hands-on with the Bark smartwatch for kids and it’s seriously easy to set up and use. Best of all, unlike competitor devices from Fitbit and Pinwheel, there’s no added software bloat.

For me it's a nonnegotiable feature when shopping for a kids watch. Some popular brands, like VTech and Garmin, offer non-GPS versions of their kids' smartwatches that are designed for ...

One factor that’s boosted independent watch brands is the availability of technologies and materials (such as Artya’s ceramic cases) that were once the preserve of more industrial-scale makers. Singer ...