TicWatch Pro 3 GPS Review

TicWatch Pro 3 GPS – It’s safe to say there are few good things we’ll look back at 2020 and remember fondly. However, it has been a good year for Android users in the world of smartwatches.

In August of this year, we saw the release of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3. As well as this, we got the new Oppo Watch, which is an awesome device on Wear OS. Granted, both have their bugs, but not many. Their biggest challenge, however, is the release of fierce competition; the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS.

The design might be subtle but Mobvoi has made improvements to the predecessors. Namely with battery life. Enough to give Samsung and Oppo a run for their money.

Design of the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS

Firstly, as with traditional watches, smartwatches come in all sorts of designs to suit different people. The TicWatch Pro 3 GPS is sleek in black stainless steel and leans more toward a sporty look than a fashion piece.

Secondly, it comes with a 47mm case, which is chunky by anyone’s standards. However, Mobvoi made this watch lighter than any previous model, which means it’s hardcore but lightweight.

Finally, it comes complete with a silicone band akin to leather. However, it’s interchangeable for any other 22mm option so you can match your style.

Performance of the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS

The TicWatch Pro 3 GPS has a clear standout feature alongside the battery life. And that’s the addition of the new Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 chip. More, it’s special because it’s the first appearance of the chip onboard a Wear OS smartwatch.

What’s more, it has 1GB memory, meaning the watch doesn’t lag; a previous issue with a lot of Wear OS devices. As such, it has a silky-smooth performance, allowing you to glide through apps and navigation.

In addition to the chip, you can enjoy it for a long time between charges. It has a whopping 577mAh battery, meaning, you can go 45 days between charges in Essential Mode. Or, you can get 3 days in smartwatch mode.

Mobvoi kept the dual-screen, meaning it has both a low-power digital screen when not awake and a traditional smartwatch touchscreen when it is. 

Additionally, the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS has one drawback and it’s the lack of rotating bezel or alternative button for navigating and scrolling. Speaking of the touchscreen, it’s good but it’s not as great as the Galaxy Watch series.

Specification of the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS

It comes in a 47mm by 12.2mm case made of stainless steel and plastic. 

The screen is a 1.4 inch AMOLED retina screen which has an auto-brightness adjustment and an always-on power-saving display.

It has a water resistance rating of IP68, which essentially means it’s dustproof.

As we know, it runs on Wear OS.

Fitness and health features

The TicWatch Pro 3 GPS has a sport look and fitness features, including native apps, to match. 

What’s more, there is a blood oxygen tracking feature and heart rate monitor.

As with the Galaxy Watch range, the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS will automatically detect when you’re exercising and identify what activity you’re doing. Then, this will get recorded into the TicExercise app. Additionally, you get access to a range of Google fitness apps like Google Fit.

Finally, the sleep tracking is accurate in comparison to other devices with this capability and produces data in a user-friendly way.

Wear OS

Wear OS from Google gets a bit of a knocking online but that’s because, for a tech giant, they could do more. 

The main issue is the battery drainage, however, Mobovi has dealt with that. Plus the RAM and 4100 chip remove any lag.

Conclusion

For the price, you get a truly subtle-looking but powerful smartwatch. The main benefit is the battery life, which puts other 2020 offerings to shame. It’s nice to be able to live without worrying about charging your watch every day. The TicWatch Pro 3 is a sensational offering for the price with it’s smart features in combination with its ability to keep up with any outdoor fitness fanatic on a mid-range budget.

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Last Updated on January 17, 2021