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I attended my first IFA trade show in Berlin last week, and between countless helpings of currywurst, I found myself genuinely floored by all the cool new wearable tech on display.From smarter smart rings with onboard NFC for mobile payments to AI-powered pendants that serve as a "second memory," IFA proved to be a treasure trove for gadget lovers like myself. With that in mind, these are the five most incredible pieces of wearable tech I demoed at IFA 2026.1. Luna Band
(Image credit: Dan Bracaglia/Tom's Guide)I first saw an early version of the Luna Band at CES 2026 in January, long before the arrival of the Garmin Cirqa and Fitbit Air, two of the most capable (mostly) subscription-free alternatives to the popular screenless Whoop 5.0 fitness tracker.Boasting similar features and specs to the competition, the new Luna Band splits the difference, price-wise, between the Cirqa ($199) and Air ($99), with a cost of $149.However, one notable advantage the Luna Band has over the competition is a completely subscription-free approach to wellness. While Google (Fitbit) and Garmin make you pony up extra cash for deeper insights and AI-generated personalized recommendations, Luna does not.In fact, custom-tailored AI-generated workout and health recommendations are a major selling point of the Luna Band. And rather than being overly focused on a cascade of metrics and charts, the companion Luna app is more geared toward digestible, actionable text-based advice based on your holistic trends and personal goals.Stay tuned for a full review of the Luna Band, along with head-to-head comparisons versus the competition.Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.2. Circular Ring 3
