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Sony SmartWatch 3

Sony Smartwatch 3

Back in 2014, Sony released the Smartwatch 3. A futuristic looking piece of kit that offered a wide range of features to the Android market. Fast forward to today, and you will be hard pressed to find one of these on the market. Mainly because the range has been discontinued and Sony has not updated the watch software to move with the times. However, if you have managed to get your hands on one, then you will probably want to know what it offers. Read on to find out more.

What Kind of Design Does the Sony Smartwatch 3 Offer?

With so many smartwatches working hard to look like classic timepieces, the Sony Smartwatch 3 goes in a totally different direction and embraces the fact that it dares to be different. It has a large, square face, rubber strap and looks pretty outdated compared to today’s standards.

However, the screen is easy to read and simple to put on and take off. There is an upgraded metal strap that gives it a more expensive vibe but all in all, this watch looks very much like a fitness tracker and would be at home on the wrist of someone who enjoys training.

How Easy is the Sony Smartwatch 3 to Use?

This device is powered by Android Wear and works well if you are not used to wearing a smartwatch. The decision to not update it over the years has meant that the functionality is not what it once was and it is therefore much harder to use if you wanted it as an everyday watch. When it comes to using the watch, you simply tap the screen to bring it to life or cover it with your palm to dim it when you have finished.

You can long press to select the screen that suits you best and swipe through cards that show you the forecast, traffic and other useful information. Swiping down will find the battery status and turn on cinema mode to silence the watch. You can also use voice commands to send messages by saying ‘OK Google’. The tech is spot on when it comes to functionality, keeping you in touch wherever you go.

How Good is the Sony Smartwatch 3 Battery Life?

The battery that powers this watch is a 420mAh and offers a decent amount of time before you need to charge. With average use, you can expect to have to plug your phone in once every two days. However, if you are planning to use it to stay in touch all day, then you will probably find that it will manage around a day and a half before it needs some recharge time.

Charging is done with a micro-USB that slots into a port on the watch. This gives you the freedom to charge wherever you go as the wire is easily transportable and can be plugged into any device with a USB slot or a USB plug.

What Kind of Apps Are Available On the Sony Smartwatch 3?

When it comes to installing the apps you want, then you can select from the wide range that is available on the Android market. However, as the watch has not been updated to the latest Android offering, then you may find that the choice is limited to what is able to be used on your device. If you have had the watch a while, then you will be able to continue using the apps you previously downloaded but will not be able to update them.

There is an in-built GPS option, and you can take it swimming or in the shower as it is waterproof. There is also pre-installed fitness tracking that you can use alongside the companion app to discover how well your workouts have gone and check the progress you make over time.

The Pros and Cons of the Sony Smartwatch 3

As with all devices, you can expect a range of pros and cons. To make your decision making easier, we have detailed the main pros and cons below so that you can get an idea of what you would be spending your money on.

Pros
  • Fairly decent battery life that can last up to two days.
  • A comfortable strap that can be worn all day without irritation.
  • Clear screen and always on feature that makes it easy for you to read when you want to.
  • Screen dimming is straightforward by simply covering it with your palm.
  • Range of Android apps to choose from.
  • Simple to charge with a micro USB.
  • It is simple to use and easy to understand.
Cons
  • The watch is somewhat outdated and cannot access the latest Android services.
  • The apps are not as varied as you would expect from a smartwatch these days.
  • The watch design is not in line with more modern models.
  • The GPS option drains the battery very quickly.
  • It looks more like a fitness tracker than a smartwatch.
  • It is very hard to find in the current market.
  • The GPS is not as accurate as we would have hoped.

The Verdict: Is the Sony Smartwatch 3 Worth it?

In reality, no matter how good the tech was when it was released nor how good the battery life is, this watch is no longer a market competitor. If you have one and do not mind that it has not been updated, then we are sure you can continue to use it with minimal fuss or hassle.

However, if you are considering purchasing one, then it really is not worth it unless you are looking to save a piece of history. They are hard to find, very outdated and do not beat or even meet the current competition. The Sony Smartwatch 3 is ultimately not worth spending your money on.

Have you got a Sony Smartwatch 3? Let us know in the comments if you love it or hate it…

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The new Apple Watch SE – Review

Apple Watch SE – Image Credit: Apple

The Apple Watch SE was revealed this week along with the Apple Watch 6. It’s been marketed as the more accessible Apple Watch and it really is. People should not be fooled into thinking it is a cheap version.

It’s stripped back, but it’s got a powerful punch. If you compared the SE to an Apple Watch Series 3, you’d see that you get a superior model for your money.

With that, people are referring to the SE as the successor of the Apple Watch 3 and that’s a fair assessment. The Series 3 is not being reduced in price and is still available around $264.

The Apple Watch SE is by no means ‘cheap’. It’s less than a Galaxy Watch 3, granted, but it lines up with the eagerly anticipated Fitbit Versa 3, Oppo Watch and Huawei Watch GT2. 

Here’s everything you’ll want to know about the new Apple Watch SE.

The design is the same as the Apple Watch Series 6, but doesn’t come in as many options. It got its shape from the Series 4, although naturally Apple have made some minor changes and the SE is incredibly sleek. You get the same dimensions and display (including the resolution) as the Series 6, so you can trust you’re getting a quality visual experience.

It comes in the standard 40mm and 44mm sizing.

It will come in an LTE version. This will not only be capable of making phone calls, but thanks to the latest WearOS 7 on board, allows users to enjoy the new Family Setup feature. This makes the SE a great smartwatch for families with kids or elderly relatives. The user can pair a Watch with an iPhone. Meaning, you can limit the use of the watch for kids (things like only sending messages to trusted contacts or selected app downloads). Best of all, no one will get lost by using the location tracking features. Safety is paramount!

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  • Measure your blood oxygen with an all-new sensor and app
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Quick comparison – SE versus 6

The SE doesn’t come with the newer S6 chip, and that’s the compromise you make. There’s an S5 chip inside but it’s still twice as fast as the Series 3. You’ll need this as Apple’s apps continue to improve.

You shouldn’t expect the ECG and blood oxygen sensors, so the SE is more a smartwatch than fitness and health tracker.

You don’t get an always-on display, so you still need to flick your wrist to see your notifications or the time.

Don’t fear, it’s not all cut-backs; you get access to new features.

SE and Series 6 users can both enjoy the accurate accelerometer and altimeter as well as noise monitoring, fall detection and improved emergency SOS features. 

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  • Large Retina OLED display
  • Up to 2x faster processor than Series 3
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Release date and price

You can order your SE (or 6) right now and shipping starts Friday, September 18th.

The SE model also comes in 40mm or 44mm versions and starts at $279 if you want the GPS variant.

If you want to enjoy the location tracking features, you’ll need the cellular version which starts from $329. 

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Apple Watch 6 – Everything you need to know

Apple Watch 6 – Image Credit: Apple

It’s officially here! The Apple Watch 6 has been launched. It wasn’t alone for this release, though. The cost-effective Apple Watch SE and a host of other iPad products have burst onto the scene alongside it. There was some disappointment at a lack of iPhone 12, but what we get instead is a cheaper version of the iPad and a new iPad Air 4.

Let’s go through some of the things Apple covered about the Apple Watch 6 in their release.

Apple Watch 6 release date 

The Apple Watch 6 was revealed on September 15 during a live-streamed event. 

You can pre-order yours now before the release on Friday (18 September).

Price

Your Apple Watch 6 will set you back $399.99 if you want the standard 40mm version. 

The larger 44mm will cost $429.99.

It also comes in LTE-ready models, which are $499 and $529 for the 40mm and 44mm respectively.

Design

Apple hasn’t done too much to the design of this latest release. If you put it side-by-side to an Apple Watch 4 or 5, there’s a lot of similarities. What the Apple Watch 6 does bring are new colour options.

There’s a new aluminium case in blue and you can pick up the stainless steel model in steel or gold. There’s also a really sleek black graphite option and a brand new colour to Apple, a red version.

The always-on display feature remains. It’s had some tinkering with and Apple have improved it. It’s now brighter by 2.5x than the predecessor. This is aimed at helping users see the display in various lighting conditions.

You no longer need to wake the watch fully to access either your control or notification centres. They are both accessible via your always-on display. It’s possible to change your watch face this way too.

Apple also announced a range of new bands for the Apple Watch 6. This includes new colours and styles. As for the latter, there’s now the Solo Loop and a Braided Solo Loop. Neither has a clasp and this means you need to stretch the band over your wrist to put it on.

Fitness features 

They were very excited to talk about the new fitness features. There’s an additional health sensor on the belly of the watch that will monitor blood oxygen levels. It does this through an app (called Blood Oxygen) and takes only 15 seconds to take a reading.

It’ll also take readings in the background, meaning it’ll collect data as you sleep or during the day as you go about your business. The information will be the basis of identifying any potential underlying health issues you might have.

Other than that, there’s not much else that’s new. You get features you’ve probably become familiar with already.

Battery life

The Apple Watch 6 is 20% faster than the Series 5, thanks to a new S6 processor.

Apple boasts up to 18 hours of battery life. This matches the Series 5, but the 6 charges faster. You can get a full charge in 90 minutes.

Additionally, there’s a new always-on altimeter. This provides the user with elevation data in real-time, all throughout the day. Apple claims that this will measure with such accuracy that it’ll pick up on changes as small as one foot.

Another feature Apple wasn’t as loud about revealing is is the U1 Ultrawideband chip in the watch range. You’ll see this chip in an iPhone 11 and what the rumour mill has been saying will be used in the eagerly-anticipated AirTags.

This means the Apple accessories containing the Ultra Wideband will have a very accurate, albeit short-range, communication standard for finding things like the AirTags (think Tiles, for comparison). You’ll be able to put these on the devices you want to keep safe and their location will pop up in apps like Find My, which, apparently, you can use on the Apple Watch 6.

Apple Watch 6 software

Naturally, you get the latest WearOS on the Apple Watch 6. In fact, Apple developed a new software version specifically in anticipation for this new model, in June fo this year.

WatchOS 7 allows you to collect data on your VO2 Max. This tells you if and when your blood oxygen levels are low.

Sleep tracking has had the most attention and the company claim this version supersedes all others in its capabilities.

You’ll find new and improved workouts and sleep tracking and even a COVID-related feature of tracking your hand-washing habits. Apparently, there are some big plans in progress for later release.

Watch faces

Users are really spoiled with seven new watch faces to choose from.

These are part of the new WatchOS 7 so they weren’t designed exclusively for Apple Watch 6 users. In fact, you can share your face configurations with friends and family.

Should I buy an Apple Watch 6?

If you can afford it and you’re into having the latest gadget, then absolutely. Perhaps you’re seduced by the addition of being able to monitor your blood oxygen levels because you’re currently managing some health issues closely, then this will be a useful device for you. If you like the idea of having a never-before-seen Apple Watch colour, then go for the new red version and get people’s heads turning.

If, however, you’re not convinced by the few additional features and looks, then the Apple Watch 5 and even Series 4 are still top-notch devices. We even compared these models in this article, here.

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Pebble Steel

Pebble Steel

When it comes to getting a smartwatch that is low on price and is easy to read when you are outside then the Pebble Steel may be the right choice. It was first released back in 2015 and offers a good battery life alongside an easy to use control system, making it a choice that you probably will not regret in a hurry. Read on to find out more about the Pebble Steel so that you can decide if it is the one for you.

How Good is the Pebble Steel Design?

When it comes to design, the Pebble Steel looks chic and gives the impression that it is a high-end watch. With a stainless steel, rectangular face and smart leather strap, it would not look out of place coupled with a suit for work. You may notice that it is becoming slightly outdated, but because it is not a large device, it will easily be mistaken for a classic timepiece.

You will find the Pebble Steel very comfortable to have on your wrist, and you won’t need to worry about removing it when you hop in the bath or go for a swim because it is waterproof up to 50m deep. The e-ink screen is easy to read, and even in bright sunlight, you will be able to use it without needing to find a shady spot.

Does the Pebble Steel Come With Many Features?

The Pebble Steel is not able to store more than eight apps on the watch screen at any time, making it a difficult choice when it comes to picking your top picks. However, there is a companion app for your smartphone where you can virtually house further apps and use it to swap the apps you have access to.

The Pebble Steel comes with its own platform and rather than being your typically poor contender against Android, it has a surprising amount of apps for you to choose from. You can personalise the watch face, spend time downloading the apps you want to use on the watch and arrange your virtual app locker with ease.

How Do I Operate the Pebble Steel?

You would be forgiven for trying to tap the screen to use this model, but it is actually powered by using the system of buttons on the sides of the watch. You simply use the buttons to navigate your way through the menu, and surprisingly you will find that you get used to this way of working the watch pretty quickly. There are three buttons on the right side with the middle one being your direct route to the menu and the other two for navigation.

When it comes to charging the device, you simply need to clip the magnetic charging wire to the port that is on the side of the watch and allow it to power back up ready for use; this will take a couple of hours to complete. There is a handy battery gauge that you can access when it is charging, and this will show you when the watch is ready to use again.

Is the Pebble Steel Battery Life Good?

One of the best things about the Pebble Steel is the battery life, with around five days of charge possible before it needs to be powered back up. Most smartwatches don’t have such a long battery life, but the reason that the Pebble Steel does is that it uses an e-paper design and does not have many powerful apps that will be in use during the day.

Because the charging takes a couple of hours to complete, you will need to be organised and consider when you have the time to plug in. However, if you organise it to charge up overnight, then you will not need to worry about how long it takes.

What Are the Pros and Cons of the Pebble Steel?

This smartwatch comes with many pros and cons, so it is vital that you take the time to consider what you are looking to get from owning it. To help you weigh up your options, we have listed the pros and cons of owning a Pebble Steel below.

Pros
  • Good, five days worth of battery life even when you use it to access apps throughout the day.
  • Clear e-Ink screen that can be read wherever you are.
  • Able to upgrade the strap to a steel version.
  • Comfy to wear all day long.
  • Wide range of apps on the Pebble Platform.
  • Notifications delivered directly to the watch.
  • You can read your messages on the screen to save taking your phone out as long as you have the messaging app on the watch.
  • Customisable watch screens to choose from.
Cons
  • Button driven power rather than a touchscreen.
  • Expensive for a smartwatch that has been on the market a while.
  • Only eight apps on the watch at any one time.
  • Chunky casing that looks slightly outdated.
  • You have to manually clear notifications from both your phone and watch for them to disappear.
  • The tech that drives the watch is no longer new, which means that this watch is more basic than more modern, cheaper watches.

Is the Pebble Steel Good Value for Money?

When you consider what more modern smartwatches offer you would be forgiven for thinking that the Pebble Steel has had its day. However, looking beyond the low number of apps that you can access, this watch still has a lot to offer. It has a crystal clear screen in all weather, offers waterproof protection and has a battery that will last up to five days without charging.

If you want a simple smartwatch that can double for a smart work watch then the Pebble Steel is not a bad choice. However, the cost attached to getting hold of one may put you off. All in all, we liked it but probably would shop around before committing to buy it.

How do you feel about the Pebble Steel, let us know in the comments if you already have one and love it or hate it..

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Fitbit Versa 3 VS Fitbit Versa 2

Fitbit versa watch

Fitbit is best known for fitness trackers and it’s iconic Versa has reached its third generation. The Fitbit Versa 3 has come along, which may be marginally overshadowed by the release of the new Fitbit Sense smartwatch. It has GPS, an improved Pulse Monitor and now supports Google Assistant alongside Alexa.

Generally, it’s an improvement on the Versa 2. But, does that mean it’s the best of the two? We’re going to look at five aspects of the Versa versions to guide your decision.

Design

The Fitbit Versa 2 and 3 look almost identical, but an educated eye will see some subtle changes. The Versa 3 is curvier. This is something Fitbit says offers better comfort. Also, it’s bigger. You get a 1.58 inch AMOLED screen which is huge compared to the 1.34 inch OLED screen on the Versa 2. The bigger size could mean it feels bulkier on the wrist, but this will come down to your wrist size.

The display sizes are close. On the Versa 3 you get 336 by 336 pixels where the Versa 2 offers 300 by 300. You won’t notice a dramatic difference. You might prefer the slightly larger display size of the Versa 3, though.

There isn’t a clear winner in this category.

Fitness and health tracking

Again, another even match between the Fitbit Versa 2 and the Versa 3. Both devices track your steps, calories burned, distance and active minutes. Heart rate monitoring is round the clock and both offer sleep tracking and menstrual cycle tracking for women.

One major difference is the built-in GPS tracking from the Versa 3. This is the first time for any Fitbit device. This is going to be a huge win for cyclists and runners who will be able to map their outdoor adventures. 

There’s an improved heart rate monitor in the Versa 3, too. It will collect data from more points on the watch and utilise machine learning to provide accurate information about your heart health. More so than the Versa 2 can offer. If you’re interested in looking at yours closely, the Versa 3 is your friend.

So, the winner of this category is clearly the Versa 3.

Battery life

The Fitbit Versa 2 claims to have a six day battery life between charges. Equally, the Versa 3 claims the same. But the Versa 3 takes the top spot here because it has new fast charging capabilities. You can get a full day of charge in just 12 minutes. The Versa 2 can’t keep up with this. So, yes the battery life is the same, but the Versa 3 is more convenient. 

Another win for the Versa 3.

Special features

Both the Versa 2 and 3 have extracurricular features beyond the traditional Fitbit fitness ones. Now you can control your music (for Deezer and Spotify), reply to messages (if you’re an Android user) and make contactless payments with Fitbit Pay. Both have a Do Not Disturb mode and compatibility with many non-fitness and health apps.

The Versa 3 welcomes the addition of Google Assistant compatibility. The Versa 2 came with Alexa support and the Versa 3 offers a choice. 

Another victory for the Versa 3.

Price and availability

You can get the Versa 2 now, whereas you’ll need to pre-order and wait until 25 September for the Versa 3.

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The Versa 2 comes in at $198.20 and the Versa 3 will set you back $229.95.

Final winner –  Versa 3

Truth be told, there isn’t a lot in it. If you like the new features then the Versa 3 marginally takes the lead over the Versa 2. The built-in GPS, the addition of Goole Assistant, a better heart rate monitor and the ability to fast charge are certainly worth the additional $30. 

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The Versa 2 is still a viable option. It is just as clear, offers the same battery life and fitness and health tracking bar the GPS and advanced pulse monitor. You can still utilise Fitbit Premium and save yourself $30 on the device itself. Either way, Fitbit is a reliable brand.

Do you already have the Versa 2 and if so, will you be looking to upgrade to the next generation? Let us know in the comments

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Fitbit Inspire 2

Fitbit Inspire 2

Fitbit has been busy recently. On 25 September, Fitbit is releasing the new Versa 3, Sense smartwatch and the second version of the Inspire, the Fitbit Inspire 2. 

This is a follow up on the first Inspire version and the Inspire HR fitness trackers which belong in the most affordable price range of what Fitbit has to offer. 

The Inspire 2 promises many improvements users have been asking for regarding hardware and software. It’s certainly more powerful than it’s predecessor.

Here we’re going to talk about the ways the Inspire 2 is a great fitness tracker choice.

Design

The Inspire 2 looks like it’ll look similar to the HR version. Fitbit does promise that it’ll be an improved style that’ll be slimmer with a brighter display.

Users have grumbled that the Inspire HR screen is lacking in boldness, particularly outdoors, so it’s great to hear Fitbit have addressed this visibility issue. 

You’ll be able to pick the Inspire 2 in black with an optional black, white or pink band.

Any Fitbit’s attraction largely comes from its band. They’re all interchangeable and Fitbit will be releasing a whole range of Inspire 2 bands later in the year.

Alongside the classic bands we know and love, you’ll be able to purchase a silver stainless steel band in mesh or a rose gold alternative. Fancy! You get the classic Fitbit clip which means you don’t even have to wear it on your wrist if it doesn’t suit your outfit.

There’s more. You can get a Horween leather double-wrap strap (that’s a mouthful), which, if you have a HR at the moment, will be compatible with both versions. These bands start at around $24.99.

Fitness and health tracking

You get a lot for your money when it comes to fitness and health tracking on the Inspire 2. It’ll track most of your movements and your nighttime recovery. 

It does the basics you’d expect; calories burned, heart rate, distance and inactivity. It’ll monitor your heart rate continuously 24/7. You’ll then be able to look at your sleep quality and sleep stages, including REM and light sleep, so you can see where you fit compared to averages.

There are over 20 sport modes on offer. These are used along with Fitbit’s SmartTrack software which automatically recognises when you’re doing a whole range of different sports. You can use Connected GPS to work off your smartphone’s GPS and track with better accuracy your outdoor adventures like hiking or cycling.

If you’re a swimmer, you’re in luck. The Inspire 2 has a water-resistance of up to 50m and this is just enough for surface level swims. Also, it has the same swim tracking capabilities as the Inspire HR. 

Fitbit has added a new feature; Active Zone Minutes. This is designed to create targets to hit for your heart rate zones during the week. This means you can keep an eye on your overall cardio fitness. You’ll need to do this within the Fitbit app.

If useful, there’s the ability to monitor menstrual cycles and enjoy some breathing exercises to reduce stress and keep calm.

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Fitbit Premium

You can download the Fitbit app and pair your smartphone with your new Inspire 2. Fitbit offers additional features in their paid Fitbit Premium app. Here you’ll get a more custom experience and more insightful data. 

A monthly subscription also opens up Sleep Scores, which is deeper information for you to utilise to improve the quality of your sleep. You also have access to hundreds of things like mindfulness and guided meditations, workouts with video and audio-only as well as nutrition advice. You can add friends and family and compete in challenges together.

Fitbit Features

The Fitbit Inspire 2 won’t compete with its siblings the Versa 2 (or 3) or the Ionic. Although there are a few new smart features thrown in.

Like the first version, you can get notifications of calls and texts if you’re an Apple or Android user. Calendar appointments will show up on your wrist, too. Android users can reply to their messages if your phone is close enough.

You’ll be able to use different watch faces if you like.

What you won’t find on the Inspire 2 is Fitbit Pay or music controls.

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Battery life

If a long battery life is important to you, you need an Inspire 2. Fitbit makes a bold claim that this device can be without its charger for up to 10 days at a time. As with all smartwatches and fitness trackers, though, this is entirely down to how many apps you use and for how long at a time.

This is still 5 more days than what the predecessors can manage. 

Compared to alternatives on the market, like the Samsung Galaxy Fit or Xiaomi Mi Band 5, the Inspire 2 is in the middle. 

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Fitbit Inspire 2 v Inspire HR 

In a snapshot, what are the differences?

Looking at the hardware, there’s a promise of a bigger display and double the battery life.

Looking at the software, there’s going to be more goal-based activity modes via the Active Zone Minutes feature. You don’t get these on the Inspire HR.

Otherwise, the two trackers are like-for-like. There’s nothing to say the Inspire HR won’t have the features added as part of a future software update.

Release date and price

The Inspire 2 is available for pre-order for release on 25 September. 

You can pick between lunar white, black or desert rose. 

This will cost $99.95, which does put it right in the same price range as the HR. The swinging factor is that with your purchase you get a year free membership to Fitbit Premium.

So there we have it. Fitbit have been very generous to us this Autumn and they’ve worked hard to put three new models out there to excite any fitness and gadget enthusiast!

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