So, here we go. Despite my initial reasoning that a smartwatch is nothing but a gimmick, I bought myself a smartwatch for the first time. I still think it’s not a necessary thing to have, but it sure can make life a little bit easier. 🙂
Many of my friends suggested that I go for Apple Watch since I use iPhone and Mac on a regular basis, but I didn’t want to get an Apple Watch for a number of reasons.
Firstly, I keep my Android phone all the time with me, not the iPhone. And secondly, I loved the circular design of Moto 360 the first time it came out. The second generation has a slightly better and more attractive design.
Lastly, Moto 360 — or any Android Wear watch for that matter — works with both iOS and Android. That, for me, is a huge flexibility. For now, my Moto 360 2nd-generation is connected to my Moto G 3rd generation. But I can reset and pair it with my iPhone if I wanted to. That’s a huge freedom to have.
Moto 360 is not available locally here in Bangladesh. I had to request the help of someone who were in the US recently to attend WordCamp US. He bought it and brought it back to Bangladesh. I just got it a few minutes ago.
As with most other gadgets that I own, I’ll write up a review soon on this blog. My initial reaction is that I love it so far. It’s easy to setup. The screen is a little bigger than I had hoped (it’s the 46mm), but I like the screen state. I’m lucky that the 42mm was not available in black at Best Buy at the time of the purchase because I can guess the 42mm would look too small. Besides, 46mm variant has a larger battery.
The screen isn’t as crisp as I’d like — the only area where the 42mm would look better, but it’s clear enough that it doesn’t really bother me unless I’m looking really close to the watch. The ambient display works really well and it’s pretty visible now. I’d have to check how it works under direct sunlight.
So, stay with my blog to see an upcoming review of the first smartwatch I’ve ever bought — The Moto 360 second generation. It really is a beauty to look at!
Do you have any smartwatch? Why did you buy it? And what do you love/hate about it?
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The watch looks amazing
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Thanks! It certain is amazing!
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Nice overview. I am inspiring to get this one… 🙂
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You should get this one. I love it so far!
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I’ve no smartwatch but I’ve seen Samsung smartwatch to use one of my friend. Samsung smartwatch is not looking so much good as Moto smartwatch is looking so hotty. As I am a Android lover, I wish I will buy a smartwatch but not sure which one is best? So waiting for your review to read to make a decision…
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I never liked any of the Samsung smartwatches. I loved Moto 360 when it was first revealed. I didn’t get to buy the first gen, but I got the better, second gen one and I’ve been loving it so far. I won’t be able to compare it with any other smartwatch since it’s my first one, but please do wait for the review that I’ll publish as soon as possible. I’ll try to get everything I think about the smartwatch on that review. I’ve extensively used it today and I’m very happy with my purchase (which was $100 costlier than I’d planned due to the unavailability of my expected version).
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Congrats! I have few friends who are crazy about Android wear. It must be good as well although I’m crazy about Apple and I’m waiting for 5th or 6th gen Apple Watch though 😄
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Thanks! I’m pretty sure Apple Watch has tons of better features and inevitable better integration with iPhone, but I wanted something that I can pair with both Android and iPhone. So, an Android Wear was a no-brainer. 🙂
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