Samsung's Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro ( 7/10, WIRED Recommends) are easily the best smartwatches for anyone using an Android phone, especially if you have a Samsung. It debuted alongside the Series 6 and is the model for those who balk at a $400 price and don't need an electrocardiogram, SpO 2, or the always-on display found on Apple's premium watches. ★ Cheaper alternative: The Apple Watch SE ($249) is likely all you need. Our Best Apple Watch guide has more details, and check out our Apple Watch Accessories guide for extras. Unfortunately, battery life is still mediocre you'll need to charge it in the evening (before bed) if you want to track your sleep, especially if you used the watch to track a workout during the day. You'll be happy to hear there are some great running features coming in WatchOS9 later this year too. There's a sensor to measure oxygen saturation in the blood (SpO 2)-helpful for athletes training at altitude or anyone with an underlying health condition-as well as an FDA-cleared electrocardiogram sensor.
The bigger screen means you can use a full-screen keyboard for swipe-typing short messages. The Series 7 ( 8/10, WIRED Recommends) introduced a larger and brighter screen, faster charging, improved resistance to water and dust, and the ability to automatically detect when you've hopped on an ebike so it can properly log that activity. It has the best operating system, WatchOS, which is slick, with plenty of apps to help reduce the number of times you need to pull out your phone. This doesn't change the fact that the Apple Watch is the best smartwatch money can buy. We're expecting Apple to announce a new Apple Watch very soon, so you're better off waiting to buy a new one. Subscriptions help fund the work we do every day. com and our print magazine (if you'd like). Special offer for Gear readers: Get a 1-year subscription to WIRED for $5 ($25 off). Updated September 2022: We’ve added the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro, Watch5, and Skagen Falster Gen 6, mentioned the Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid, and flagged the upcoming Apple and Pixel Watches. Looking for a fitness tracker instead? We’ve got plenty more workout-friendly options in our Best Fitness Trackers and Best Garmin Watches guides. Below is a roundup of the best smartwatches we’ve tested. We also like several other options-in various styles and with different levels of smarts. The Apple Watch is our favorite for iPhone owners, but Samsung’s Galaxy Watch5 is a great wearable for anyone on Android. While you’re wearing a connected watch, you can leave your phone in your pocket and use your wrist for simple tasks. Smartwatches can do even more, from tracking your workouts and measuring your heart rate to serving up notifications and access to voice assistants. A Great timepiece doesn’t just display the time of day it can elevate your outfit and make you feel good.
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