- 2023 has been a slow year for smartwatch launches.
- There have been some interesting and bad new smartwatches in the UK.
- The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is a top smartwatch alternative to the Apple Watch for Android owners.
- The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has a sleek design and durable build.
- It includes Samsung’s own services and comprehensive fitness tracking.
- Battery life is not great, but an improvement over the regular Galaxy Watch 5.
- The Google Pixel Watch is another good option for Android users, with similar features to the Galaxy watches and decent integration with Fitbit.
- The Fossil Gen 6 is customizable and has a stunning AMOLED screen, but also has lackluster battery life.
The article discusses the best smartwatch alternatives to the Apple Watch for Android users. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is a top pick, with a sleek design, durable titanium frame, and AMOLED screen. The watch offers comprehensive fitness tracking and Samsung’s own services, including Bixby. However, battery life is not great, lasting only two to three days. The Galaxy Watch 5 is a cheaper alternative with a more slender design but a shorter battery life and less durability. Google’s Pixel Watch is another good option, with a circular design and wear OS experience with Google Assistant support and Fitbit integration. The watch has a range of watch faces to choose from, but battery life is also lacking, lasting only 24 hours. The Fossil Gen 6 is another option with impressive customization options and a bright AMOLED screen but, yet again, lackluster battery life.
Bullet summary:
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is a top pick with a sleek design and comprehensive fitness tracking
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 is a cheaper alternative with a more slender design but less durability
- Google’s Pixel Watch offers a circular design and wear OS experience with Google Assistant support and Fitbit integration
- Fossil Gen 6 has impressive customization options and a bright AMOLED screen but a lackluster battery life.