Top 5 smartwatches by Android Authority

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

The top editions include stylish and functional gadgets from LG, Samsung, Huawei and Apple, which are worth buying in 2018.

1. LG Watch Sport

This model has everything a smartwatch of 2018 should have: a large display, built-in GPS, an optical heart rate sensor, IP68 water and dust resistance and Android Pay. The watch runs on Android Wear 2.0. With a stylish design, they can be worn at the gym or at work. The LG Watch Sport is the best smartwatch you can buy right now.

Specifications

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100.
• Operating system: Android Wear 2.0.
• Screen: P-OLED, 480 × 480 pixels.
• Battery: 430 mAh.
• Sensors: 6-axis accelerometer and gyroscope, barometer, heart rate sensor, GPS, light sensor.
• LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, NFC.

2. LG Watch Style

This is the stylish little brother of the LG Watch Sport. They lack an NFC chip, GPS module, LTE support and a heart rate sensor. For some, the absence of these elements will be a big disadvantage. For other users, a small watch without unnecessary functions will be a great purchase.

Specifications

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100.
• Operating system: Android Wear 2.0.
• Screen: P-OLED, 1.2 inches, 360 × 360 pixels.
• Battery: 240 mAh.
• Sensors: 6-axis accelerometer and gyroscope, light sensor.
• Wi-Fi 802.11b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.2 LE.
• Price: 7 990 rubles.

3. Samsung Gear S3

The Gear S2 smartwatch was a great device. Taking the best from them, Samsung engineers have designed a more advanced model. The Gear S3 has powerful hardware and great looks. For example, they have a rotating bezel with which you can scroll through screens, lists or change the brightness and volume. In addition, the watch is protected from moisture and dust according to the IP68 standard, and is also equipped with a Super AMOLED display.

Specifications

• Processor: dual-core Samsung Exynos 7270.
• Operating system: Tizen 2.3.2.
• Screen: Super AMOLED, 1.3 inches, 360 × 360 pixels.
• Battery: 380 mAh.
• Sensors: accelerometer, microgyroscope, barometer, heart rate monitor, GPS.
• Wi-Fi 802.11b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, MST.
• Price: 24 990 rubles.

4. Huawei Watch 2

The Huawei Watch 2 is a good alternative to the LG Watch Sport. However, there are a few features to keep in mind before purchasing them. First, this watch was designed with fitness in mind. But for some reason, the company's engineers abandoned the side navigation button, as in the LG Watch Sport. Secondly, they don't look as stylish as the original Huawei Watch. If these disadvantages are not critical for you, the Huawei Watch 2 is a great choice. Moreover, this model has a good battery capacity.

Specifications

• Processor: Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100.
• Operating system: Android Wear 2.0.
• Screen: AMOLED, 1.2 inches, 390 × 390 pixels.
• Battery: 420 mAh.
• Sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer, heart rate monitor, GPS.
• Wi-Fi 802.11b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.1 BLE + BR / EDR, NFC.
• Price: 19,990 rubles.

5. Apple Watch Series 3

Apple Watch Series 3 is one of the best smartwatches on the market. Using them, you can quickly view notifications and pay for your purchase. Also, the device perfectly copes with the tasks of a fitness tracker. Thanks to their versatile design, you can wear them to a party or a business meeting. Even the cheapest Sport model looks solid.

Specifications

• Processor: Apple S3.
• Operating system: watchOS 4.0.
• Screen: AMOLED, 1.5 inches, 272 × 340 pixels or 1.65 inches, 312 × 390 pixels.
• Battery: 279 mAh.
• Sensors: accelerometer, altimeter (barometric altimeter), heart rate sensor, GPS.
• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, LTE (optional).
• Price: 26 990 rubles.