/r/smartwatch

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For wearable technology in the watch form factor

/r/Smartwatch - A place to discuss wearable technology in the watch form factor.

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Related Subreddits

Watches in header

  • Pebble Time
  • Apple Watch
  • Alcatel OneTouch Watch
  • Fitbit Surge
  • Garmin VivoActive
  • Microsoft Band
  • Asus ZenWatch 2
  • Huawei Watch
  • Moto 360
  • LG G Watch R
  • LG G Watch
  • Samsung Galaxy Gear
  • Sony Smartwatch 3
  • Vector Meridian
  • Pebble (Original)

/r/smartwatch

30,212 Subscribers

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Hey, es posible modificar un smartwatch?

Tengo un smartwatch barato un t80 o algo así. Quería saber si puedo simplemente volarle el sistema que tiene y personalizar su funcionalidad a mi antojo.

0 Comments
2024/12/25
02:50 UTC

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hryfine strap wont go on. normal or dud.

was just gifted a hryfine watch. never really wanted a smart watch bc i barely use my phone as it is but figured if it was given to me why not.

until i tried to put either one of the straps on. the sliding pin does not work. i don't know why they thought it was a good engineering decision.

i have tried everything short of taking wire cutters to the pin just to cut it down enough to fit in, but it isn't worth the effort. I've tried finding instructions online; there are none. i tried looking at the manual, there was literally nothing about the strap at all. only the features and the app. I've tried cramming it in, nothing.

even if i can find a solution here im probably just gonna sell it on facebook marketplace, especially after the annoyance it caused for the past hour.

0 Comments
2024/12/25
02:42 UTC

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Galaxy Watch 5 for swimming

I'm a triathlete, and I have been in desperate need for a watch. This Christmas to my luck I got a Galaxy Watch 5, and according to my resesrch, this is not going to be suitable especially for open water swimming. I believe though that there are more professionals or those who have actually tried it here.

Is this watch safe to use in open water/sea/ocean swimming especially due to the fact this'll be used for triathlons?

0 Comments
2024/12/25
01:34 UTC

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Jrtrack4 blurry screen help needed

Got my 2 kids a jrtrack 4 watch each. 1 is fine and one is not. Basically the screen is blurry on 1 of them and the Cosmo logo is always on overlaying the blurry screen. I have tried restarting it and nothing works. Any ideas? Christmas present and not that fun giving one that works to one kid and a one that does not to the other.

0 Comments
2024/12/25
01:20 UTC

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Help with sms notifications

I just bought my mother a smart watch for Christmas and am setting it up for her . I have it working mostly but I can't seem to get it to vibrate when a text message comes in or even show on the notification screen. It does vibrate and show notifications for messenger though.

The watch is a ryze wave Her phone is a Google pixel 8 pro.

Sorry I just don't know what else to try

0 Comments
2024/12/25
00:29 UTC

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Any Worthwhile Higher End Smart Watches for 2025?

Hi - I am looking for some honest reviews on any higher end smart watches that are available now, or if there are any that will be released in the new year that people are excited about.

I just returned a samsung Galaxy 7 Ultra, as the wristband color was fading along the edges after only a few days of light duty use. Due to the poor build quality, I will be avoiding samsung products going forward.

I don't use any Apple products, so I guess it doesn't make sense to buy an Apple watch? Does anyone choose to use an Apple watch with an Android phone?

Garmin has some watches that look good. Does anyone have any experience with those?

6 Comments
2024/12/25
00:07 UTC

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North edge NL02C Pro or Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active?

Going to use as a regular smartwatch but is one of these two supported to connect to Strava? I want to use the HR monitor for my riding. Long battery life is also good. Screen size won't matter much, just want it visible under the sun.

Open for recommendations for less than 2k php on this site, thanks!

North edge NL02C Pro: https://s.lazada.com.ph/s.LURYW

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Active: https://s.lazada.com.ph/s.LURbe

0 Comments
2024/12/24
22:35 UTC

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A Good Smartwatch for notification (Europe)

I want a smartwatch for my android device (Find X8 Pro), to see and interact whit notification like it used to be on my Apple Watch. Thanks 😁

5 Comments
2024/12/24
21:54 UTC

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looking for budget friendly smart watch with gps to guide me on full day hikes

I am looking for a cheap starting option of a smart watch I can use in the mountains for full day hikes. I want the watch to navigate me with its own GPS. There is no other functionality I am demanding, everything else is a bonus.

3 Comments
2024/12/24
20:12 UTC

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Last day to get the Christmas watch faces 70% off!

1 Comment
2024/12/24
18:05 UTC

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Spotify on Cosmo JrTrack 4

I'm unable to log into Spotify (not Spotify Kids) on my child's new watch. The login is through his Google account, but when the button is selected, it just says to try again. No option to enter login credentials. Support offered a hard reset and told me to contact Spotify.

If anyone else has found a solution, I'd love to hear it. It's one of the reasons I chose this watch.

0 Comments
2024/12/24
16:55 UTC

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recommendation for dad pls

which watch...?

  • looks good
  • has mobile payment options
  • a weeks worth of battery
  • connects to google play store (android)
  • step counts - will tell him when being lazy and need to move
  • price point not too big a deal
4 Comments
2024/12/24
11:42 UTC

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Need reccomdation

So recently I have bought the fitbit versa 4, but since its annoying me I have to return it.

I bought this watch for monitoring health , heart rate, sleeping schedule, sport and to have it look like a good lookijg watch.

However the fitbit is annoying since it has all my phone notifications which I dont care about since I have my phone. Also the graphs for hearthrate are not zoomable so they are not really useful, the main reason I bought it.

I am looking for a watch which is good at monitoring heart rate, and does look like a watch. And maybe nice to haves are spotify support, and gps. Also I want to he able to disable non health notifications like phone stuff but would like notifications for health (steps/irregular hr)

2 Comments
2024/12/24
11:16 UTC

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huawei watch d2 smaller straps?

https://preview.redd.it/bzlvskqear8e1.png?width=562&format=png&auto=webp&s=73f6b7f0e3e1c782a241d01d7b8c32715dfb3605

hello guys, i was looking at the watch d2 because it is a smaller watch than the gt5 pro and i saw that there is also this other strap that seems smaller but i cant find any real photos comparing the original one and this smaller one. (i know that this smaller one doesnt have the balloon to measure the pressure, but i am interested in all the other parameters that it measures)

1 Comment
2024/12/24
08:21 UTC

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Best Analog Smartwatch.

I’m looking for the best analog smartwatch that meets my requirements below like Withings Scanwatch.

•Having hands like analog watches

•Waterproof (just for the rain not swimming)

•Long battery life (more than a week is enough)

•<$300(if possible)

Let me know the smartwatches that meet them;)

13 Comments
2024/12/24
06:17 UTC

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Alternatives to Apple Watch

I really liked my Galaxy Frontier but as it got older the battery would only last a few hours/barley a day. I went looking for a new one and decided to risk the galaxy watch6 classic. I heard you could get the merge app to connect it. It worked but it basically could only get notifications and tell time pretty much everything else doesn’t work on IOS so I’m returning it. Is there a watch $350 and below that supports IOS that has a round face and rotating Bezel? I like Garmin but they’re expensive and I don’t really need all the fancy fitness stuff it comes with maybe just a heart rate monitor and mile tracker for running but the main ask is IOS support, round face with rotating bezel, minimum 24 hour battery life, under $350

3 Comments
2024/12/24
05:56 UTC

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I'm looking for a good swimming watch option.

I need help to choose a watch for a gift. I'm primarily looking for good performance with sports, specially swimming, like primarily exceptionally good for that. And maybe also some kayaking and for the gym too. Decent battery life and NFC payments as well.

What do you think are good options for that? I'm completely clueless. Thank you.

2 Comments
2024/12/24
04:12 UTC

2

Huawei Fit 3 Watch Faces?

I know that the Huawei Fit 3 is an Harmony OS based smartwatch.

Other than downloading Faces from the Huawei Health app are there any external websites that have free or chargeable Watch Faces?

4 Comments
2024/12/23
23:23 UTC

1

Apple Watch Upgrade?

Hi guys. I’ve had an SE (1st Gen) since 2020 and looking to upgrade. Is it even worth upgrading? Looking at the SE2 or Series 10 but I mainly use it for the time, a more casual watch than my nice pieces, and phone notifications.

Is there really a huge benefit to upgrading?

Thanks!

1 Comment
2024/12/23
23:16 UTC

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Apple watch health features replacement in android

I have gastric issues and probably heart issues as well and have started exercising a month ago and I love android so don't want to use iPhone anymore. What watch should I get? That can replace all health features of AW. I would love all life saving desease detection notifications AW has and also see if I'm doing good with exercise or falling behind. I am planning to buy honor magic 7 pro as phone.

I'm rich, skinny 27m, living in Pakistan

3 Comments
2024/12/23
22:48 UTC

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Can I download games on a 30$ smartwatch

I recently got this 30$ smartwatch wondering if I can use a computer to port over mobile apps it doesn't run wear os is there anyway to do this and if so what games would run on the cheap hardware

2 Comments
2024/12/23
22:16 UTC

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Best cheap smartwatch for basic usage?

I currently have a mi band 8 active but the screen cracked within the first week while I sleep so I am reluctant on buying something Xiaomi again even though I came from a mi band 5 and that never happened

Idk if the new mi band 9 active would be any better? Realistically I just want something to see the time, track my sleep, watch notifications and find my phone

Also the mi fitness app sucks compared to the previous zepp life imo

5 Comments
2024/12/23
18:44 UTC

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Redmi Watch 4 for basic use on iPhone?

Hello!

A few hours ago I ordered the Redmi Watch 4 from the Mi Store in my country for $49, which seems like a very good price to me (although there was only black, and the silver one is the one that is beautiful gg).

I would like to know if it has good functionality paired with an iPhone for the use I will give it, since I don't care about tracking or anything like that, I just want it to see the time, notifications and change the music I'm listening to on Apple Music or Spotify.

Also, I would like to know if it was worth the price, since the smartwatch came out in 2023, and perhaps for such basic use a 5 active or a Nothing Watch Pro 2 was better, since the payment is not yet processed on the page and I can change my decision.

0 Comments
2024/12/23
17:24 UTC

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Battery/charging issue with brand new JrTrack 4

Purchased a Cosmo JrTrack4 last week for my daughter, and since day 2-3, it never charges to 100%, but gets stucks at 83%. Having heard of the 'issue' with the charging cable that doesn't stick well, I had even bought the charging stand (which is so much easier to use) but still no change, stayed on it all day, it says "charging" but never goes higher than 83...

Started a ticket with Cosmo, but was curious if anyone else had a similar issue, especially with a brand new item? Thanks!

0 Comments
2024/12/23
16:54 UTC

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Get the CELEST 5549 Minimalist Watch for FREE on the Play Store until Dec 28 by subscribing to our newsletter!

1 Comment
2024/12/23
15:05 UTC

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Please vote

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0 Comments
2024/12/23
15:03 UTC

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Looking for a smartwach with built in camera

I’ve found some lists and rankings but most of them shows unavaible products. Would be great if it was compatible with ios but its not necessary because you still can pick up and old phone. I wont do anything illegal like spying people. My friend is experiencing acts of domestic violence and I think its the safest way to record anything

3 Comments
2024/12/23
15:01 UTC

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Smartwatch and games

Hello, I just found pretty cool to be able to play normal android games (like clash royale) on smartwatch. I'll be looking for something that has a rather:

- big screen

- around 300$

- can play google store games

2 Comments
2024/12/23
10:31 UTC

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Counting way too many steps

I just put on my new Polar Ignite 3 a few hours ago and I am disappointed. It is counting A LOT more steps than I walk. When I was setting it up, sitting still in the sofa it had counted 83 steps. After walking to my mom's house (5 meters) and doing the dishes it was like 2800, by then I was thinking that is a lot and didn't seem right to me... I sat down on the floor (in the same spot not walking anywhere) grooming the dog it went from 3500 to 7000 steps.

I bought an expensive watch because I read a lot of reviews about cheap watches counting wrong. I'm actually very disappointed that I spent so much money just to have the same problem I could get with a cheaper watch.

Is this really what I can expect?

My main reason for wanting a smart watch was to keep track of my steps, sleep and heartrate. I paid a lot more than my first budget because I wanted an accurate watch. It being THAT unaccurate is so disappointing😭

3 Comments
2024/12/23
05:58 UTC

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Decision Help: Amazfit Balance vs Huawei GT5

Hi everyone,

I’m currently looking to buy a new smartwatch and I’m torn between the Amazfit Balance and the Huawei Watch GT 5. Both have their strengths, but I’m still undecided. Maybe you can help!

What i have:

A Nubia Z60 Ultra Phone and i used a Samsung Watch 3 before, but my Phone and the watch arent compatible ( i dont know why)

What I like:

Design: The Huawei GT 5 appeals to me slightly more aesthetically, but honestly, both look great to me.

Battery Life & Size: Both watches offer up to 14 days of battery life and a 46mm size, which fits my needs perfectly.

Payment Functionality: Both support contactless payments via third-party services (Curve for Amazfit, Bluecode for Huawei).

Alexa on Amazfit: The Alexa integration on the Amazfit Balance is definitely a nice bonus.

My Concerns:

Operating System: Neither watch runs on WearOS, which makes me worry about app support and long-term updates.

Huawei App: The Huawei Health app seems to have its limitations, and integration outside the Huawei ecosystem seems restricted.

Amazfit Return Rates: I noticed on Amazon that the Amazfit Balance gets returned quite often. Does anyone know why?

What I’m looking for:

A reliable operating system with solid app support

Strong fitness and health tracking capabilities

Everyday usability, including smart features (calls, assistant, etc.)

I’d love to hear about your experiences with these models or if you have any alternative recommendations. Which one would you choose and why?

Thanks in advance for your help!

5 Comments
2024/12/23
01:27 UTC

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