When you use a Samsung watch, you are now using Wear OS. Because of the collaboration with Google, the potential for software support has been opened up, which has resulted in the most enjoyable experience with the Galaxy Watch in recent years. If only Samsung could take action to improve the battery life of its products. Due to the fact that I have been wearing the Watch3 on my wrist for the past few months, it has been quite some time since I have used a Wear OS device. We were promised a fresh take on Wear OS with a big dose of Tizen influence for the Watch4, and we can honestly say that this is precisely what it feels like. It is easy enough for people who have used Samsung wearables in the past to pick it up without giving it a second look, and the fact that it can easily access the vast store of software that is available for Wear OS makes it a wristwatch that is significantly more versatile.
Having said that, I am a little bit disturbed by the fact that Samsung and Google appear to be working together on this project. Furthermore, I am not really fond of the concept of software exclusivity, which is something that we are already beginning to observe. This extends to the forceful manner in which Samsung directs you towards its own services; no one in the history of anything has ever requested a button that is solely dedicated to Bixby. Aside from the fact that I do not particularly like how forcefully the watch encourages you to use Samsung Pay rather than Google’s solution, in the end, it functions in the same way.
[content-egg-block template=offers_logo hide=price]Specifications
- Battery Life: Around 40 Hours
- Case Material: Aluminum
- Display: 1.2″ Super AMOLED 396×396 (40mm) or 1.4″ 450×450 (44mm)
- CPU: Exynos W920
- RAM: 1.5GB
- Storage: 16GB
- Battery: 247mAh (40mm) or 361mAh (44mm)
Where to Get Samsung Galaxy Watch 4?
You might think I don’t really like the Galaxy Watch4 because I keep complaining about it, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. It’s probably the best full-fledged smartwatch I’ve ever used. I miss the longer battery life of easier fitness trackers, but I think the extra features here make up for it in a way that’s well worth it. Even though I miss Samsung’s rotating physical bezel a lot, I’m still very pleased with how well the Watch4 is built, from its relatively slim frame to its ability to withstand daily wear and tear. I think this is the most attractive smartwatch I’ve ever owned.
The fact that I wish I could throttle the person who designed the band only shows how well the rest of the product works. If you’re looking for a high-end watch like this, I wouldn’t expect the price to be very low, but the $100 discount over the Watch4 Classic makes this model much more appealing.