Chinese watch for Android wear. Best Android Wear smartwatches (2017)
Whether you've opted for an Android Wear 2.0 watch like the LG Watch Sport, or you're thinking about using an older version of Android Wear 1.0 smartwatch, you could be forgiven for wondering how use smart watches on android wear.
The tiny screens and complex features of the best smartwatches mean they can take a bit of getting used to, so we've compiled a list of the best tips and tricks to make using your Android Wear smartwatch easier.
We've sorted everything out to separate Wear 2.0 tips and tricks (above) from these handy tips for those still rocking the old version of Google's smartwatch operating system.
Like the Apple Watch, Android Wear 2.0 lets you customize a bunch of personalized watch faces for the round and square faces of your smartwatch, and then switch between them. Maybe you like the sporty style of the watch face and the time and other data display that shows your stats, but there's a more classic look to the output. Customize a few to your liking, then simply switch between them by swiping left and right on the screen. Super easy way to change.
Record your favorite apps
If you have a lot of apps on your watch, it can be tedious scrolling through the list to find them all. But if you have a few top ones, go to the app drawer and pin them to the top of the menu by simply holding your finger on the icon for a second. It will then move to the top of the list and receive a small star icon to indicate that it is "profitable".
Share one number
The LG Watch Sport and LG Urbane LTE smartwatches offer cellular connectivity, which means you can make and receive calls handheld from your smartwatch. Ideally, you don't want to get a second phone number, but some networks, including AT&T, allow you to use the same number on all your gadgets. If you get a smartwatch with LTE, it's worth checking to see if you can do it without having to buy a second number.
Android Wear 2.0 gives smartwatches a lot more offline functionality, but to get the most out of it, you'll want to have your watch connected. Once you've set up your new smartwatch, make sure (assuming it's supported) you're connecting it directly to Wi-Fi, meaning you'll be able to browse the Play Store and use features like Google Assistant no matter where your phone is nearby and whether it works. If you didn't do this on your phone during setup, you can connect to Wi-Fi from within your watch by going to Settings > Connectivity > Wi-Fi.
Customize your buttons
Wear 2.0 opens up the ability to customize the buttons on your watch, allowing you to create shortcuts to your favorite features. Start in Settings > Personalization > Customize your hardware buttons to choose what you want them to do. If you plan to use Android Pay, we recommend dedicating at least one button for convenience.
Typing on a smartwatch's onscreen keyboard isn't ideal, but on Android Wear it's actually not that bad. However, to make life a little easier, we recommend playing around with the configurations a little. Go to Settings > Personalization > Input Methods and then tap Google Keyboard. Here you will have access to a selection of preferences, but it is in Text Correction that you will find most convenient. You can toggle with auto correction, auto capitalization, next word suggestions and other options to make typing easier on your smartwatch.
Use Google Assistant to control your smart home
Google's answer to Alexa and Siri can become much more useful after you've used some tweaks in the Android Wear app. In addition to asking questions about your program or running apps, you can also use Assistant to control your smart home devices. Open the Android Wear app and tap the Settings icon. Scroll down and select Settings in Assistant and you'll see the option to set up controls for supported devices and create rooms so you can tell your clock to turn on the lights in the bathroom or hallway.
Still make sure Google Now is working
While Google's maps-based personal assistant has essentially evolved into an assistant, it still exists through your feed. This native app still pulls into your latest search history, pulling in relevant information, be it sports scores or weather updates. You can find your channel located at the bottom of the application window.
Quick Settings
Now it's much easier to quickly configure things if the need arises Android Wear 2.0. All you have to do is swipe down to reveal a bunch of quick settings - it's easy to forever wonder how you lived without it. You'll get things like airplane mode and brightness settings.
Theater Mode
Speaking of which... Using Theater Mode You're in a movie theater, having a great time, laughing, crying, and whatnot. But then you get too excited, you move your hand and your watch lights up like a Christmas tree. Shame on you - just turn on theater mode. To do this, swipe down to get to quick settings, then tap the brightness icon. =You will see options to increase and decrease the brightness, but you will also see a square with a diagonal line. Tap this and activate Theater mode, which will turn off your screen. To turn off the mode, simply press the power button.
Scan this
Tired of typing on your tiny watch screen? You'll be able to use your finger to draw letters that turn into words, and what's pretty cool is that the screen automatically scrolls to the right to give you more space to draw more letters. If you don't have LG Watch Sport, you can download the keyboard from Play Store.
However, you may have to switch between the regular keyboard and the handwriting keyboard. Before you start typing, you'll be given a choice: do you want to use voice control or the keyboard? Long press the keyboard logo and you can switch to the handwriting keyboard.
Wearable is one of the strongest arguments for wearable devices. It's much more convenient when you press your wrist into the scanner rather than having to retrieve your phone or wallet. Plus, it saves the people behind you in line a lot of time. To set up Android Pay, you need to download the app on your phone and set it up first. Once you do this, open the application Android Pay on your watch and select a new card. This will take you back to your phone where you will select a card, agree to some terms and conditions and confirm your account.
Once that's all taken care of, you can customize one of the side buttons on watches like LG Watch Sport to be a button Android Pay. Then everything is easy. Press this button and then press your wrist to pay.
If you're still using Android Wear 1.x, these tips are for you.
Head to the Android Wear app on your phone to see how much battery life is left in your time zone - tap the cog icon on the first page, then select your time zone name, and you'll see the Watch battery and Watch storage menu.
You can also see which apps are draining battery life and taking up space on your watch. From this same menu, you can turn on or off the always-on and tilt features (where the watch display automatically turns on when you lift it towards you).
To quickly check the remaining battery life on the watch itself, drag down from the top of the watch's main surface. Displays the date, Wi-Fi status, and current notification mode.
One of the reasons to get a Wear smartphone for Android is to have access to some hands-free features without having to pull out your phone, and one of those features is Google Assistant. When the smartwatch screen is active, say "OK Google" on your device, and then say your question or command: try to "identify" any word or "play" any song or "lyrics", then any of your contacts.
Through the Android Wear app, you can set default apps for some of these commands.
We would like to draw your attention to a fantastic web service called IFTTT(If This Then That) which allows you to connect all kinds of applications and services. Luckily for our purposes, it has an Android Wear trigger.
This means you can use any IFTTT action to create a notification on your wrist: when your phone's battery is below 15 percent, or when bad weather arrives, or when your favorite YouTube uploads a video.
You can register and use IFTTT to be able to play with the available applets.
Spam notification you didn't want to get rid of? Swipe down from the top of the screen immediately after and you'll notice the Reject... countdown. Simply press the cancel icon and the map will reappear on the watch display in its previous position.
This is a handy feature if you're trying to quickly clear your screen of a bunch of minor notifications and inadvertently get rid of an urgent email or text you want to check again (in some cases the alert will still turn on your phone too).
If you dig into the list of built-in apps for Android Wear, you'll notice that Reminders is there, and having a reminder on your wrist is even more convenient than having the app on your phone in your pocket. Tap the plus icon to set reminders, and Android Wear will guide you through the process of setting up your memory player, including time and location if required.
None of you are more fans of Android Wear than the members of the Wareable team, but even we have to admit that smart home user support for the platform is severely lacking. There are virtually no official apps for big names like Philips Hue, and not much in the way of third-party solutions.
One exception is WrisTemp, which allows you to control your smart thermostat from your Google-powered wrist device. It works quite well while you expect large companies to get their act together.
With an early update to Android Wear, you can set your watch right from Google Play rather than relying on the ones that came pre-installed on your device. Install them from the web or the Play Store app and they will automatically be available on your watch.
Another feature is the ability to view, manage and change watch hours in the Android Wear app on your mobile device, as well as on the smartwatch itself. On your watch, touch and hold the watch face to change it to a different one or customize one that's already loaded.
If you're really adventurous, you can create your own watch face designs for your Android Wear smartwatch.
You can store audio tracks on your watch and listen to them even when your phone is out of range, which is great for the morning run—you just need to make sure you sync the tracks you want ahead of time.
For now, this offline feature only works with Google's own Play app.
Open the app on your phone, go to the settings screen, and you'll notice a new option called "Download to Android Wear" - turn this on to start syncing songs to your smartwatch. Tap the Manage Uploads entry to choose which of your playlists sync.
If your phone has disappeared and is not visible on your smartwatch, you can use Android Wear to find it. Open the app list by pressing your watch's physical button or swiping left on the front home screen, then select Find My Phone. After a few seconds, a command is sent to your phone that launches it. Helpfully, it works even if your phone is muted or in do not disturb mode.
Google Fit is slowly becoming more prominent in Android Wear, and one of the entries you now get in the OS app menu is Fit Activity. Tap this and not only can you track activities like walking and running, you can also get instructions for simple exercises like press crunches and squats.
There are even several assemblies Google Fit, which you should find on your Android Wear smartphone, which will show your steps and other daily activities at a glance, right on the surface.
Take control of the types of notifications you see on your watch through the Android Wear app: If you go to the settings screen (via the cog icon) and select Block app notifications, you can select the apps you don't want to hear.
On the watch itself, swipe from left to right until you see the Block app icon. Click this and you won't hear from him again.
If your phone is running Android 6.0 or later, then the settings on the watch will not be affected like on the phone. On your watch, you can drag from the top of the time zone to set a special “alarms only” mode.
If you're on your smartphone and your smartphone, you don't necessarily want both of them constantly chatting throughout the day, but Android allows you to mute your mobile phone if your Android Wear device is paired.
You need to head to the Android Wear app on your phone, tap the cog icon on the first page, and then toggle the switch labeled Silence phone while wearing the watch.
Notifications will still appear on your phone, they just won't make the noise, which should be less annoying for friends, family, and coworkers nearby.
If you're worried about someone using an Android Wear smartwatch to open a garage door or take a cab ride after you turn it off, you can automatically lock the device as soon as you release it from your wrist.
Open the Device Settings menu and select Screen Lock. You will then be asked to cross out a pattern on the screen that you will need to enter in the future to unlock your watch once you have removed it from your wrist.
We could all use a little more battery life from our gadgets, and the easiest way to get more out of your Android smartphone is to uncheck the Always-on screen option in the Android Wear app.
Your smartwatch still lights up when you move your hand towards your face, and alerts you when you have a notification so you won't miss anything.
Just like on your phone, you can also improve battery life by lowering the brightness of your watch display and making sure it's turned on as low as possible. The Android Wear Settings app has an option called Brightness Adjustment, which you can find by double-tapping the screen or pressing the physical button on your watch.
In a number of messaging apps, including Google's own Messenger and Hangouts, you can reply with emojis if you find the text a little old-fashioned. If text appears, such as when you press the Reply button (keep scrolling left to see it), a Draw emoji tab will appear with other options (like voice input).
Select Draw emoji, draw the one you want to use, and Android Wear will try to find a match. You can then select it to include in your message.
There's a hidden Font Size menu in Android Wear's Settings menu that you might have missed. Tap it to make all text on your Android Wear screen larger and easier to read.
Other options for those who might try to use the smartwatch using the default interface, including text to speech and zoom, can be found in the Accessibility section.
Android Wear has two specialized modes: Cinema (which turns off the screen and disables vibrations) for those snapshots, and Sunlight or Brightness (which makes the screen brighter) for trying to read the display outdoors. Swipe the sides, then swipe right to find them.
Sunlight mode only lasts a few seconds, but Cinema mode is harder to escape: double-tap the screen or press the physical button on the side of your watch (if it has one) to return to normal operation. Oh, and if you're in the US, "cinema" is called "theater".
Make a best friend on Android Wear
The Together app (find it in the app menu on your watch) lets you point to one of your favorite Google contacts using Android Wear, then send those customized emotes, stickers, doodles, and status updates.
If you think this sounds just like the doodles and Heartbeat features built into the Apple Watch, you'd be right, but it's still a great idea for that special someone in your life. Everything is handled through a dedicated Together gatekeeper.
One of the early updates released for Android Wear added support for additional gesture controls along with new audio feedback features for certain devices.
By flinging his wrist while wearing Android Wear, he rotates the screen and flicks, and the rotations can also show notifications or perhaps another app.
The newest gestures include moving your wrist up and down to do things on maps: tap your hand to select something, for example, or lift your hand up to return to the screen or map.
Advanced Android Wear Features and Tricks
If you're familiar with the standard Android developer tools, you can unlock and customize your Android Wear smartwatch just as easily as your phone. On the "About" screen in the "Settings" section, enter the build number seven times to become a "developer".
You then access another menu in Settings - many of which are only of interest to real developers, but you can sideload apps that aren't in the Google Play store and access many previously hidden options. We don't have time to go into them all and write about it here, but you can find a lot of information available on the Internet.
Smart watches have become an integral part of our lives and help us quickly respond to SMS, view missed notifications, and also track our physical activity throughout the day. In the selection from Galagram the best smart watches from China in terms of price/quality ratio that can be purchased in 2017. In this review there are models in all price ranges, both budget and flagship, everyone can choose to their taste.
Sports Huawei Watch 2 with GPS and NFC
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.2 inches AMOLED
- Resolution: 390×390 pixels, 326 ppi
- Processor: Snapdragon Wear 2100
- Synchronization: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC
- Navigation: GPS and GLONASS available
- Waterproof: IP68
- Weight: 47 grams
Second generation of smartwatches Huawei Watch 2 was announced at MWC 2017 this year. The Chinese company presented two models at once: the sports Watch 2 and the classic Watch 2 Classic. At the same time, only the sports model was included in our rating, as it is equipped with a protected housing (IP68 standard) from moisture and dust, as well as 4G LTE, GPS/GLONASS modules for positioning on the ground and NFC for making payments via Android Pay.
Alas, the company has not yet announced the exact prices for the new product; Huawei Watch 2 Sport will go on sale in March 2017. This is one of the most beautiful and functional smartwatches on Android Wear 2.0 at the beginning of this year, so it’s definitely worth a closer look. If you are not satisfied with the sports model, pay attention to the Watch 2 Classic; it does not have an LTE modem, but GPS and NFC are available.
AMAZFIT Bip with 30 days autonomy
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.28 inches, 2.5D Gorilla Glass, touch
- Interfaces: Bluetooth 4.0
- Compatibility: Android and iOS
- Housing materials: polycarbonate, silicone
- Optical heart rate monitor: yes
- Protection degree: IP68
- Battery: 190 mAh (45 days of operation without GPS)
- Navigation: GPS, GLONASS
- Weight: 32 grams
AMAZFIT Bip is a very beautiful and affordable smartwatch from the Chinese company Huami, a partner of Xiaomi. They have a rectangular color display and are somewhat reminiscent of the Apple Watch in design. There are several case colors on sale, as well as many interchangeable straps. The AMAZFIT Bip screen is touch sensitive; it can not only show various data, but also be controlled with a finger. Among the main features of the device is support for GPS and GLONASS, as well as a long operating time on a single charge.
Classic Huawei Watch on Android Wear
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.4 inches AMOLED
- Resolution: 400×400 dots
- Synchronization: Bluetooth 4.1
- OS version: Android Wear
- Battery: 300 mAh
- Weight: 60.5 grams
The Huawei Watch smartwatch runs on a special version of Google's operating system for wearable devices - Android Wear. They have a metal case and a stylish design, like a classic wristwatch. The diagonal of their AMOLED touch display is 1.4 inches, and the resolution is 400x400 pixels (pixel density 286 ppi).
Huawei watches are equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor with a clock frequency of 1.2 GHz per core and notify you of missed events from your smartphone, measure activity and heart rate. From one battery charge with active use and with the screen on, the Huawei Watch will last 1-2 days.
Stylish round No.1 G3+
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.3 inches IPS
- Resolution: 240 x 240 pixels
- Processor: MediaTek MT2502
- Synchronization: Bluetooth 4.0
- Battery: 380 mAh
- Moisture protection: yes
- Weight: 50 grams
Company No.1 is a well-known Chinese smartwatch manufacturer that is not afraid of experimentation. There are a lot of different developments in the No.1 assortment, one of the latest is watch No.1 G3+. The body of the gadget is made of metal and has a rotating disk around the screen to control the device. There are two versions on sale: black and white, so they are suitable for both men and women.
Features of the No.1 G3+ include smartphone notifications, heart rate measurement, interchangeable watch faces, sleep tracking and alarms. The watch is compatible with iOS 7 and higher, as well as Android OS 4.3 and higher; Bluetooth 4.0 is required for synchronization. The cost of such an accessory in China is approximately 50-60 dollars.
AMAZFIT Pace smartwatch from Xiaomi and Huami
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.34 inches AMOLED
- Resolution: 320×300 pixels
- Processor: two cores, 1.2 GHz per core
- Synchronization: Bluetooth 4.0, MiFit, Wi-Fi
- Navigation: GPS available
- Battery: 380 mAh
- Moisture protection: IP67
- Weight: 53.7 grams
This watch was introduced in the summer of 2016 and became the first smartwatch from Xiaomi Tech. Huami, the same company that gave us the Mi Band fitness bracelets, is responsible for the production of the device. The new product has a ceramic case and two strap colors to choose from: bright red and more discreet black.
The AMAZFIT Pace watch has a bright OLED touch display, a built-in pedometer, heart rate monitor, GPS and accelerometer. At first they had problems with Chinese localization, but after the release of the European firmware (in English), they disappeared. The device can connect to MiFit and synchronize with Android and iOS smartphones; the average cost in a Chinese online store is $125.
Weloop Hey 3S
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.28 inches, LCD, 176×176 pixels
- Autonomy: 30 days
- Interfaces: Bluetooth 4.2
- Waterproof: 50 meters
- Navigation: GPS, GLONASS
- Synchronization: Android/iOS
- Dimensions: 46.21×35.66×11.15 mm
- Weight: 38 grams
This watch was created by the Chinese company Weloop, which is also a partner of Xiaomi. The gadget has a reflective square display. Its operating principle is to reflect light: the brighter the light around, the brighter their screen shines. In addition, the display is touch-sensitive; you can also control the clock using physical keys on the case.
Watch No.1 D5 on Android 4.4
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.3 inches AMOLED
- Resolution: 360×360 pixels, 326 ppi
- Processor: MediaTek MT6572
- Synchronization: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Navigation: GPS available
- Moisture protection: yes
- Battery: 450 mAh
- Weight: 60 grams
Another smartwatch from No.1 based on Android 4.4 OS in our ranking of the best. They have quality round display, MTK6572 processor, 512 MP RAM and 4 GB flash memory. In addition, they are protected from moisture getting inside the case and have GPS to track your position on the map.
Regular smartwatches require a smartphone to function properly, but the No.1 D5 on Android 4.4 is a gadget in its own right. There is a 350 mAh battery installed inside, the full charging time is 2 hours, and the operating time is 3-4 days on a single charge. The issue price is 80-85 dollars.
Protected watch Z06 with camera
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.3″ inches, touch, IPS matrix type
- Processor: MediaTek MT6580, frequency 1.3 GHz
- OS version: Google Android 5.1 Lollipop
- Synchronization: SIM card, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
- Case dimensions: 58×45×14 mm
- Waterproof: IP65
- Weight: 85 grams
Their main feature is presence of a built-in camera, which can record both photos and videos. They are built on Google Android 5.1 Lollipop OS and come with a magnetic charging dock, making them easy to charge.
The watch weighs 84 grams, feels confident on the hand, and the case is protected from dirt and splashes according to the IP65 standard. In addition, with the Z06 you can make calls, send SMS and access the Internet thanks to the SIM card slot. There are two colors on sale: silver and black, you can buy the device for $85.
RWATCH R11
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.22 inches IPS
- Resolution: 240×204 pixels
- Processor: MediaTek MTK2501
- Synchronization: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth,
- Moisture protection: yes
- Weight: 41 grams
Another Chinese smartwatch with a round display. They can connect to Android smartphones and tablets via Bluetooth 4.0 and remotely control the camera on your phone. Other features include everything else: notifications, reminders to get up and walk, syncing notifications from your smartphone, and more.
The watch has a classic appearance and a leather strap; its case is protected according to the IP67 standard, so RWATCH R11 are not afraid of rain and small splashes. In China, the wearable gadget can be purchased for less than $50.
Zeblaze Crystal
Main characteristics
- Display: 1.54 inches, 2.5D
- Resolution: 240×240 pixels
- Processor: MTK2502
- Synchronization: Bluetooth
- Android/iOS compatibility
- Waterproof: IP65
- Weight: 82 grams
This watch has a rectangular display, a metal case and a strap stylized as genuine leather. There are two models on sale: black and white. Zeblaze Crystal is based on a Taiwanese processor MediaTek MTK2502, have Bluetooth 4.0 and IP65 body protection.
Their main feature is an optical heart rate monitor that displays your heart rate in real time. With a built-in 280 mAh battery, the smart watch can last about 72 hours (4 days). Their cost in China is approximately $50.
Smart watch F69
Main characteristics
- Display: 1 inch, monochrome
- Resolution: 128×128 pixels
- Synchronization: Bluetooth
- Heart rate monitor: yes
- Waterproof: IP68
- Battery: 180 mAh
- Autonomy: 144 hours
- Weight: 47 grams
This sports accessory offers a monochrome display, IP68 protection and a built-in optical heart rate sensor. The manufacturer produces watches with a strap in yellow, black and gray colors. The device synchronizes with iOS and Android devices.
The display diagonal here is 1 inch, resolution 128×128 pixels, the gadget is powered by a 180 mAh battery and lasts about 144 hours. The F69 watch comes with a charging dock, and you can not only run in it, but also swim and even dive. This is a kind of fitness bracelet disguised as a smart watch.
Operating system for wearable devices Android Wear has changed significantly since it was first announced in 2014. At first, only a few manufacturers were producing gadgets on this platform - mainly Motorola and LG. These days, many mobile phone manufacturers have shown interest in Android Wear, focusing their efforts on developing smartwatches and fitness trackers. And even well-known brands that market their watches have begun to use the Android platform, creating electronic versions of their models.
With the significant increase in the number of smartwatches, it is difficult to keep track of which smart watches are currently the best. First of all, most devices are very similar in software and hardware, so the most significant factor when choosing a gadget remains, perhaps, its design. To help you make an informed decision about which watch is right for you, we've rounded up the Android Wear smartwatches we think are the best. And, of course, if you like anything from this review, you can buy this smart watch today.
1. LG Watch Sport
We are ready to award this smart chronometer first place. Along with the launch, Google and LG took charge of the design of two new smartwatches, showing off a significant update to the devices' appearance. The older model is , and is currently the best Android Wear smartwatch you can buy right now.
The Watch Sport has almost all the features you could need while using this device: large AMOLED display, built-in GPS, optical heart rate monitor, LTE connectivity, IP68 dust and water resistance, and payment support Android Pay. The main button on the right side of the device also serves to scroll through menus in Android Wear, making navigation much faster and more confident. The price of the device is quite high and amounts to $349, but we think the LG Watch Sport is worth the money.
Specifications:
- 1.38-inch POLED display with a resolution of 480 x 480 pixels and a density of 348 ppi;
- 768 MB RAM;
- 4 GB of built-in storage;
- Battery 420 mAh;
- Dimensions 45.4 x 51.21 x 14.2 mm, weight 89.4 g;
- IP68 dust and water protection.
2.LG Watch Style
As mentioned, LG and Google have created two watch models, and a second smartwatch was also introduced along with Android Wear 2.0. It's not as cool as the Watch Sport, but it's still a great option if you want a cheaper, less bulky smartwatch running Android Wear 2.0.
Unlike the Sport model, Watch Style does not support NFC for mobile payments, and also does not have built-in GPS, LTE connection or heart rate sensor. While these omissions may seem significant to many, it's worth noting that not everyone is looking to own a huge watch with a ton of features. The LG Watch Siyle is a stylish, well-performing Android Wear 2.0 accessory that doesn't try to be generic or try to take on too much. Overall, this is an excellent smart timepiece that provides not only a way to save money, but also a reason to think about how organically a more functional, but much larger watch would look on your wrist.
Specifications:
- 1.2-inch POLED display with 360 x 360 resolution and 299 ppi density;
- Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor;
- 512 MB RAM;
- 4 GB of built-in storage;
- Battery 240 mAh;
- Dimensions 42.3 x 45.7 x 10.79 mm, weight 46 g;
- IP67 dust and water protection.
3.Huawei Watch 2
Overall, this is another good showcase of Android Wear 2.0's capabilities, although there are a few things to consider before purchasing this smartwatch.
Android Wear 2.0 has a special focus on fitness features, but unfortunately Huawei failed to both go very far in this direction and not lose sight of other important aspects that are not related to a healthy lifestyle, but are no less important for users. The fact is that this smartwatch does not have a rotating side button for navigation, which is a huge omission - after all, such a button on the LG Watch Sport is very convenient and popular with users. But the device comes with great battery life and an excellent set of features.
Another factor that you will have to come to terms with if you choose the Huawei Watch 2 is the design: without a doubt, the smartwatch does not look as stylish as the original Huawei watch, the case of which is almost indistinguishable from the usual ones. Of course, there is also the Huawei Watch 2 Classic, which looks a little better, but it is also difficult to compare with this elegant watch. Huawei Watch 2 costs $349 and is an interesting device, but in a world where there is already an LG Watch Sport, it is quite difficult to recommend this new smartwatch from Huawei. However, if you like the look of them and don't mind the lack of a rotating navigation button, they could be a good buy for healthy lifestyle enthusiasts.
Specifications:
- 1.2-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 390 x 390, and a pixel density of 326 ppi per square inch;
- Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor;
- 768 MB RAM;
- 4 GB of built-in storage;
- Battery 420 mAh;
- Dimensions 48.9 x 45 x 12.6 mm, weight 57 g
- IP68 dust and water protection.
4. Polar M600
New sports watches Polar M600- the best sports tracker based on Android Wear today. With built-in GPS, intrusion protection water IPX8, optical heart rate monitor and 4GB of built-in storage, the M600 can be called an all-in-one device. The tracker also comes with support for the amazing Polar app for Flow, allowing you to track almost any active physical activity you can imagine: paddling, skiing, hiking and more. You also don't have to worry about recharging for two days, which is a record-breaking battery life for an Android Wear watch.
For a tracker, the Polar M600 is very expensive - its price starts at $329. Sure, you can find Android Wear devices for less, but the M600 provides much more functionality than other gadgets. If you're shopping for one of the hybrid devices - something that combines the capabilities of a smartwatch and a fitness tracker - and don't mind spending a little more than $300, look no further. No manufacturer will offer you anything better yet.
Specifications
- 1.3-inch TFT display with 240 x 240 resolution, 260 ppi;
- 1.2 GHz dual-core MediaTek MT2601 processor;
- 512 MB RAM;
- 4 GB of built-in storage;
- Battery 500 mAh;
- Dimensions 45 x 36 x 13 mm, weight 63 g;
- IPX8 water resistance.
5. Moto 360 Sport
If you're a fan of the second generation but want something more, you should take a closer look at Moto 360 Sport. This smartwatch has basically the same internal specs as the Moto 360, plus GPS tracking capabilities. The battery on this device suffers a bit from the always-on GPS module, but the reduced battery life can easily be forgiven when you consider the watch's other great features. For example, this model has a hybrid display that is anti-glare, making it easy to view information outdoors. The device is protected from dust and water according to international standards. IP67 standard, which is also very good.
Overall, this is a good option on the Android Wear platform if you need to somehow monitor your physical activity and body condition. At the moment, the Moto 360 Sport only tracks heart rate, but Motorola promises that in the future, additional capabilities will be added to the watch, in addition to a heart rate sensor. The price of Moto 360 Sport on the company’s official website starts from $199.99, but you can find the device much cheaper on Amazon.
Specifications
- 1.37-inch hybrid display with a resolution of 360 x 325, 263 ppi;
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor with a clock speed of 1.2 GHz;
- 512 MB RAM;
- 4 GB of built-in storage;
- 4 GB of built-in storage;
- Battery 300 mAh;
- Dimensions 45 x 45 x 11.5 mm, weight 54 g;
- Protection against dust and water according to IP67 standard.
Since its first announcement back in 2014, the Android Wear platform has changed significantly. Initially there were only a few smartwatches from LG and Motorola. These days, many smartphone manufacturers have launched their Android Wear smartwatches, including even traditional watch brands.
Thanks to the significant increase in the number of smartwatches, it has become increasingly difficult to identify clear leaders and best models.
First, most Android Wear smartwatches are very similar in terms of software and hardware, leaving little room for design. So take a look at our top best smartwatches based on Android Wear.
LG Watch Sport - the best of them all
Along with the launch of Android Wear 2.0, Google and LG introduced two new smartwatch models. The top-of-the-line option is the best Android Wear watch you can currently buy.
LG Watch Sport has all the features that a smartwatch should have - a large AMOLED screen, built-in GPS, heart rate sensor, LTE modem and IP68 protection and, of course, support for Android Pay. The main button on the right side scrolls through the menu, which is the fastest navigation option.
They are expensive, 350 USD (it is difficult to find them in Russia), but they are worth it.
LG Watch Sport specifications:
- 1.38", AMOLED screen with a resolution of 480×480, 348 ppi
- Snapdragon Wear 2100 chipset
- 768 MB RAM
- 4 GB ROM
- Battery 420 mAh
- Dimensions 45h x 51 x 14 mm, weight 90 grams
LG Watch Style - Second Best of All
As mentioned earlier, this model was introduced along with Android Wear 2.0. While it may not be as special as the older Watch Sport, it's still a great option and much more comfortable for everyday wear.
Unlike the Sport version, it does not support NFC payments and does not have built-in GPS, LTE or a heart rate sensor. And although the absence of these will seem like a significant disadvantage to many, it is worth noting that not everyone needs a bulky watch with a lot of functions.
The LG Watch Style is a stylish, well-performing Android Wear 2.0 watch that doesn't ask for much. This is a great option, and you should pay attention, they are more convenient than others.
LG Watch Style Specifications:
- 1.2", AMOLED screen with a resolution of 360*360, 299 ppi
- Snapdragon Wear 2100 chipset
- 512 MB RAM
- 4 GB ROM
- Battery 240 mAh
- 42x46x11 mm and weight 46 grams
Huawei Watch 2 - worth a closer look
This is another good demonstration of Android Wear 2.0's capabilities, although there are some things to know before purchasing.
Android Wear 2.0 comes with a set of features focused on sports and fitness, but Huawei has gone too far in this direction and played too hard. They are too sporty, which means they are not suitable for everyone.
Of course, there is also a classic version, Huawei Watch 2 Classic, which looks quite strict, but even it cannot compete in elegance with the first Huawei Watch.
The cost of around 22,000 rubles makes watches from Huawei an interesting, but controversial proposal. However, if you like a stylish gadget and don't mind the lack of a side button, then this is an obvious choice.
Huawei Watch 2 specifications:
- 1.2", AMOLED screen with a resolution of 390*390, 326 ppi
- Snapdragon Wear 2100 chipset
- 768 MB RAM
- 4 GB GPE
- Battery 420 mAh
- 49x45x13 mm and weight 57 grams
- Dust and moisture protection according to IP68 standard
Polar M600 - ideal for sports
The Polar M600 smartwatch is the best sports gadget based on Android Wear 2.0.
With built-in GPS, IPX8 protection, heart rate sensor and 4GB of memory, the M600 is a multi-functional device.
They are equipped with proprietary Flow technology, which tracks any activity imaginable, be it rowing, skiing, hiking and much more. You can also squeeze about two days of battery life out of it, which is impressive for a smartwatch.
The price is really high and starts at 25,000 rubles. Of course, you can find devices at a lower price, but the M600 will provide you with much more functionality.
Characteristics of Polar M600:
- 1.3", TFT screen with a resolution of 240*240, 260 ppi
- MediaTek MT2601 1.2 GHz chipset
- 512 MB RAM
- 4 GB ROM
- Battery 500 mAh
- 45x36x13 mm and weight 63 grams
- Dust and moisture protection according to IPX8 standard
Motorola 360 Sport - a good watch for sports
The Moto 360 Sport has a very bright AnyLight Hybrid display that is easy to read outdoors and is IP67 rated.
In general, this is an option for those who need a sports component to track their exercise. There is support for tracking while jogging. Moto says more functionality will be added in the future.
The price for Motorola 360 Sport starts at 11,000 rubles, which is cheaper than other options.
Motorola 360 Sport specifications:
- 1.37" AnyLight Hybrid screen with a resolution of 360*325, 263 ppi
- Snapdragon 400 chipset
- 512 MB RAM
- 4 GB ROM
- 300 mAh
- 45x45x12 mm and weight 54 grams
- Dust and moisture protection according to IP67 standard
This is our list of the best smartwatches at the moment. Share in the comments an opinion different from ours, as well as your options for smart watches. Tell us what watch you use!
Smart watches appeared on the market several years ago, and now they are unlikely to surprise anyone. This is really a very convenient thing: a whole bunch of different features are added to the usual function of all watches (show the current time). You can carry a full-fledged assistant on your arm, which you don’t even need to take out of your pocket, like a smartphone. Many people have already appreciated the convenience of smart watches.
Top rating of the best smart watches – top smart watches 2018
Manufacturers have managed to flood the market with hundreds of smart watch models to suit every taste and budget. In this article we will briefly look at just a few of the most popular models in 2018.
The best smartwatch models – 2018 under $300
There are quite a few budget watch options on the market. This doesn't mean they are bad at all. Cheap models simply have fewer functions and the interface is not as fast and rich as that of representatives of the expensive segment. You can buy such a thing as a gift for a child, or for the first acquaintance with a new gadget.
Meizu Mix
At first glance, the watch looks like the most ordinary mechanical one - a round white dial with real hands. Stylish and discreet appearance in a waterproof protected case.
The watch does not have many functions:
- Pedometer. You can keep statistics of the distance you have traveled, as well as the calories burned. You will first have to configure your anthropometric parameters in the application that controls the watch.
- Phone search. This is for those who often forget where they left it. Pressing a button on your watch sends a call to your smartphone, and it will ring for a few seconds.
- Reminders for scheduled events. They will also need to be entered into the calendar of the management application in advance.
The watch has a battery, which, according to the manufacturer, should last for 240 days of operation, and when the charge runs out, the battery will have to be replaced.
Zeblaze VIBE LITE
Another model that looks no different from ordinary mechanical watches. The watch has a solid case with water protection (immersion up to 50 meters). The battery charge lasts from 12 to 24 months, depending on the mode of use.
The functionality of the watch is not much wider than that of the previous gadget:
- Informing about incoming calls and messages from instant messengers or social networks.
- Smartphone remote control; There is also a search function for it.
- Pedometer and calorie counter; useful things for fitness or just to keep track of your regime.
- Ability to send an alarm message
Bakeey I7 Smartwatch
This is a full-fledged smart watch with rich functionality. Made in a steel case with a black plastic design, they have a silicone bracelet. The watch weighs about 70 grams. 1.39 inch color digital display.
You can insert a nano SIM card into this watch, and then it turns into a phone - you can make and receive calls and SMS, both directly and by connecting to a smartphone. The RAM capacity is 1GB, and the built-in memory is 16GB. All this runs on Android 7.0 OS. The battery charge lasts for 3 days in standby mode.
The possibilities include the following:
- 4G LTE communication standard.
- GPS location sensor.
- Pedometer with calorie counting.
- Heart rate sensor.
- Sleep monitoring.
- Music player, built-in 2MP camera.
- Common widgets for smartwatches of this class: weather, organizer, alarm clock, timer, Google Maps, etc.
Reviewers note that the watch has perhaps the best set of features of anyone in this price category.
Asus Vivo Watch BP
The device features a slim, stylish design, a square body with rounded corners. The screen has a rather thick frame (it does not occupy the entire upper area of the watch). This is not very convenient, but in return it offers wide functionality.
- Possibilities for monitoring your physical condition: measuring heart rate and pressure, assessing stress levels, monitoring sleep, calculating comfort level.
- GPS sensor.
- Pedometer, calorie counter, ultraviolet level measurement.
- Notifications about incoming calls and SMS
- Integration with the control program on a smartphone.
The battery charge lasts from 10 to 30 days.
AllCall W2
The Chinese company of the same name presented a new version of its watches this year. The developers added a slot for a nano SIM card to the product, which turned the watch into a full-fledged smartphone replacement. With its help you can now make calls and receive or send SMS messages.
- Bright display with many wallpapers, including those imitating expensive mechanical watches.
- Protection class IP68.
- RAM 2GB, built-in 16GB.
- GPS receiver
- OS Android 7.0
- Camera 2MP
- Sync phone calls and SMS with your smartphone.
- Main functions for monitoring your health: pedometer, calorie counter, heart rate sensor, sleep monitoring.
- Nine modes for different sports.
Asus Zenwatch 3
The watch is housed in a round thin case and has a large AMOLED touch screen with a diameter of 1.39 inches. The watch weighs 59 grams. The IP67 protection class is not very high, but they are not afraid of rain or showers. 50 digital watch faces are combined into 6 design themes, which you can choose to suit your style.
The gadget does not have a GPS sensor, and as reviewers note, the battery is not very capacious; it will have to be recharged once every couple of days. But it charges very quickly, literally in 15 minutes.
All this is controlled by the Android Wear operating system, with synchronization from the control program on the smartphone.
Alcatel OneTouch Watch Go
A device for active people, for sports and all kinds of active entertainment. The design of the watch is very different from all those previously reviewed. The plastic case is massive and angular, the watch looks like a heavy stopwatch on your hand.
The package includes everything you need to monitor your body’s condition during sports activities: stopwatch, heart rate meter, pedometer, sleep monitor. There are also functions common to smartwatches, such as notification of calls to a smartphone (although there is no slot for a SIM card in the case), weather display, player control, etc.
In short, Alcatel watches are perfect for athletes and teenagers.
The best smartwatches over $300
The premium segment of smartwatches is equipped with older processor models, large amounts of memory and rich functionality. In addition, an expensive watch is often simply a symbol of prestige.
LG Watch Sport on Android platform
A gadget in a round steel case with a very strict, minimalistic design. As the name suggests, the watch is designed for sports, but it is equipped as a full-fledged personal assistant.
The screen is protected by durable Gorilla Glass 3. The kit includes a polyurethane strap, which is said to be not very comfortable, as it begins to chafe the wrist when worn for a long time.
The watch contents include:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor.
- 768 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal memory.
- GPS sensor.
- Technologies Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and LTE.
- NFC technology for contactless payments Android Pay.
- Machine Learning Smart Reply.
- Gesture control.
- Protection class IP68.
It is noted that the watch turned out to be a little bulky and heavy, and in addition, the battery requires recharging almost every day.
LG Urbane 2
This device can almost completely replace your smartphone. With a SIM card installed, it turns into a full-fledged personal assistant.
The steel case is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 400 processor with a clock frequency of 1.2 GHz, 768 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal memory. Functional equipment is at a quite good level:
- GPS tracker.
- Built-in barometer, accelerometer, thermometer.
- Bluetooth
- Everything you need for sports: pedometer, calorie counter, optical heart rate monitor, and so on.
- Availability of mobile Internet.
Unfortunately, with such rich functionality, the battery of this watch lasts for a maximum of a day of full-fledged operation, and it has to be recharged frequently.
Moto 360 second generation
The watch has a very stylish round case, which comes in several colors. What is important is that you can change straps or bracelets here. As a result, the Moto 360 looks like a regular mechanical watch.
The case has IP67 protection. The watch is controlled by various types of presses on a single button, manipulations on the touch screen, voice control or gestures.
You can decorate your watch screen with several dozen different dials, thus choosing your own style.
The gadget runs Android Wear OS on a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, has 512 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal memory.
The device supports all the functions described above, and of course, if it is possible to install new ones from Google Play. The control program can be installed on a smartphone for both Android and iOS.
A full battery charge lasts approximately 1.5 – 2 days of full-time operation.
Samsung Gear S3
A stylish and expensive-looking watch, suitable for the hand of a successful businessman. However, they actually cost a lot, because they belong to the premium segment.
The device has full functionality necessary for a business person. The dial design can be changed within wide limits, and the constantly active screen creates the illusion of a status mechanical watch.
A charged battery keeps the watch running for 3 days.
Apple watch 2
Like all other products, Apple smartwatches are very expensive. In appearance, this is a modern device for active people, in a square case with ample opportunities for changing the appearance (including changing straps). Experts note that the performance of the second generation watches has increased significantly, but the functionality remains the same broad.
Huawei Watch
Another representative of smart watches from the upper price range. The device from Huawei is aimed at business class and has a price corresponding to its status.
A round steel case in various designs, the ability to change straps and bracelets, not to mention the type of dial. Full functionality necessary for a businessman, and in addition utilities for monitoring the health and condition of the body.
- Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor with a frequency of 1.2 GHz
- AMOLED touch display size 400x400
- RAM 512 MB, internal 4 GB
- Android Wear OS 1.3
- Weight 134 g.
Bottom line
We have briefly described only a few smartwatches that are the most popular among buyers. In general, there are many more models offered on the market, from the most expensive status chronometers to almost toy products for children. The choice is very large.
