The Apple Watch Can’t Compete with Whoop’s New Wearable in This One Key Way

Whoop’s fifth-generation wearables, the Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG, promise quite the improvements over the previous Whoop 4.0. The new fitness trackers have a significantly faster processor and promise triple the battery life (now up to 14 days). They also have a 7-percent smaller design — it’s the first hardware update for Whoop since 2021. Additionally, this is the first time that Whoop has introduced an MG model (which stands for “Medical Grade”), which is identical to the Whoop 5.0 but adds an electrocardiogram (ECG) for better monitoring heart health. As before, Whoop is a subscription-based service; an annual subscription starts at $199, while the mid-tier Whoop Peak and premium Whoop Life subscriptions, which add more health monitoring features, have an annual cost of $239 and $359, respectively.

Brabus is well-known for making over-the-top vehicle reimaginings, but the brand may have outdone itself with this G-Wagen-based beast. Based on the W 465 series Mercedes-AMG G 63, this supercar SUV gets a major lift, carbon fiber bodywork, a twin-turbo V8 good for a whopping 800 horsepower, 1,000 NM of torque — need we say more? In the words of the brand itself: “There are off-roaders. There are supercars. And then, there’s the Brabus XL 800.”

Nicks has combined its USA-handmade heritage and deep catalog of customization options into a far more dressed-up, limited-run pair of boots. Designed for the Brandle line, this boot boasts a sleek almond toe and a moderate arch, crafted as a more refined option than some of the brand’s other hardworking boots. However, it’s still made to the same exacting construction and quality standards as its siblings. Just remember: only 50 are offered and they’re selling fast.

Calling something “the best backpacking stargazing tent” may seem like a bold and unusual claim, but take one look at this unique Sky View structure and it makes total sense. The two-person, three-season tent features UltraVue2 Polyester bug mesh and a patent-pending internal rainfly, enabling you to deploy it from the inside of the tent — or drop it to take in the wonders of the galaxy on a clear night. True to its backpacker-friendly nature, the Colorado-built tent weighs just 4.6 pounds packed, and comes with adapter components that let you drop the carry weight to just 3.25 pounds by leaving the poles at home and rigging it up with your own trekking poles.

Hamilton fixed the biggest flaw with its initial all-black PVD Kahki Navy Frogman Auto, dial visibility. This beastly 46mm automatic diver is built for SCUBA diving with 300m water resistance, a unidirectional bezel and Hamilton’s signature crown guard. However, legibility is critical under water, so this update includes contrasting luminescent white applied indices and hand inlays, framed in brushed steel. It runs on an in-house caliber H-10 automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve.

The 105 Silva is the newest addition to the Romanian hi-fi maker’s 105 range, combining beautiful design, high-fidelity sound, and modern versatility (thanks to a low impedance, they are easy to drive and you can use them with your smartphone or laptop.) The Silvas are open-back wired headphones with 50mm dynamic drivers and walnut earcups. According to the brand, they marry the sound of Meze’s higher-end 109 PRO ($799) with the versatility of its 105 AER ($399). Pricing and availability will be announced later in the year.