Name: SmartWatch
Brand: Sony
SKU: 7859
Rating: 4.3 (33 reviews)

3.8

based on all reviews

the speed and simple operation was very pleasing
sharper screen
marginally improved performance

reveal small buttons on the display
Android Wear is notorious for its poor battery life
nowhere near as good as the ones on the Moto 360

Screen size: 1.3 in
Display technology: OLED (AMOLED)
Screen resolution: 128, 128 px
Case diameter: 50 mm
Wrist band width: 20 mm
Gps: yes

Sony SmartWatch - Pros & Cons

the speed and simple operation was very pleasing
sharper screen
marginally improved performance
and better battery life
Minimal and Elegant worked perfectly with the Sony
Sunlight visibility is also better thanks to the improved brightness
comfortable
waterproof and future-proofed design
clasp is comfortable
easy to use and holds firm
smoother
quicker experience overall
Clean and tidy
powerful and well-equipped wearable
price and display Design and comfort Interface
it remains crisp and clear
delivering a relatively good resolution and a decent amount of brightness
it does a good job of tracking my steps and calories
The voice recognition is quite good
auto-brightness mode does a decent job as well
the build and display
The rubber strap is flexible and pretty comfortable to wear
makes it easy to use outside
in direct sunlight
clear image quality and can work well for everyday use
It is easy to use
light weight and has great sunlight legibility
The battery life is excellent
responsive and the touch screen works amazingly
this product has been a joy to use

reveal small buttons on the display
Android Wear is notorious for its poor battery life
nowhere near as good as the ones on the Moto 360
the price is bound to drop
have is a heart-rate monitor
the rubber uncomfortable to wear when hot - sweat is trapped under it
3 has no barometer to detect floors climbed and neither
microUSB cable no special dock or wireless charging pad required
quite chunky and a little on the heavy side
poor colours and viewing angles
Its screen is pretty awful
lacks a critical fitness function
clunky and unpleasant custom interface
cumbersome cradle since the Gear Live
SmartWatch 3 does not include a heart rate sensor
The included micro USB charging cable is only a few inches long
Not many ways to take advantage of GPS
configuring and adding apps to the SmartWatch is
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loses connection with your phone
hundreds of millions of dollars are still missing from the exchange
Its functionality is also inherently limited
neither have GPS
it runs Android Wear is a bit of a shock
make the most stunning first impression
stands you can only use 2GB for music and just 75 MB for photos
viewing angles are terrible by today's standards
the straps are a dust and lint magnet though
Apple Watch vs Microsoft Band comparison
its price point can be hard to justify
colors look washed out and there is a yellowish tint to the display
It is quite annoying to have to lug your phone around while working out
Apple Watch relies instead on the GPS chip in your iPhone
it surprisingly missing is a heart rate monitor
fairly small low resolution display
some of its brightest features are not yet enabled by Android Wear
does not track and analyze the internet surfing habits of its users
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the GPS sensor was activated only recently by an update to Android Wear
too tight and too loose
setting it up in the first place is a little bit convoluted
slightly unintuitive
watertightness is dependent on having the usb protective cover properly closed
Android Wear devices too have the same software inside
It is only compatible with Android phones
it doesn t feel quite as chunky as previous offerings
s no headphone jack on the device
it does not come with a heart monitor
available in the market have a built-in heart monitor
The rubber is prone to attracting all kinds of dust and lint
the watch does not particularly stand out in terms of its aesthetics
the GPS takes a toll on the battery
having GPS built into the watch is just one half of the equation
not connected to a phone
it goes on and on as a separate app
the OLED display is dark
muddy
and laughably low-res
Pair your Android phone with the watch via Bluetooth
SmartWatch has no settings options of its own
too much to spend to feel cool
You are not constantly checking your phone at work

Sony - Video Reviews (9)

Sony SmartWatch - Full Specifications

Screen size	1.3 in
Display technology	OLED
Screen resolution	128 x 128 px
Multi touch	yes

Notifications	Calendar Reminder E-mail Facebook Incoming Call Missed Call Smartphone Low Battery Alert Text Message Twitter Weather
Incoming notification options	View Content
Methods Of Notification	Backlit Screen Vibration

Operating system	Android 4.0+
Smartphone remote features	Camera Shutter Control Facebook Check-In Find My Phone Music Control

Average battery life (standby)	72.0 h

Accelerometer	yes

Case diameter	1.97 in
Case thickness	0.31 in
Wrist band width	0.79 in
Weight	1.45 oz
Replaceable wrist bands	yes
Watch case material	Aluminum
Wrist band material	Black Gray White Pink Purple Mint Turquoise Flexible Rubber
Water resistance	yes

Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth version	3.0
Charging connection	Proprietary USB Cable
GPS	yes

Sony SmartWatch - Q&A (4)

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philomena.armstrong
over 2 years ago
Does Sony make a SmartWatch?
kennith
about 2 years ago
Yes, Sony was the first to introduce the term "Smart Watch". The latest variant of the SmartWatch is the Sony SmartWatch 4, which was released in 2017.
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pearl
over 2 years ago
Is Sony SmartWatch waterproof?
bernardo
about 2 years ago
Yes, the SmartWatch is waterproof and a fairly robust device.
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elia
about 2 years ago
Is Sony SmartWatch compatible with iPhone?
kaitlyn_denesik
about 2 years ago
No, the SmartWatch is not compatible with the iPhone or any iOS device.
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mila_schamberger
about 2 years ago
Does Sony SmartWatch have heart rate monitor?
jack
about 2 years ago
No, the SmartWatch does not have a heart rate monitor.
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Sony SmartWatch Sony - Editorial Reviews (15)

3.3

Based on 15 reviews

ProductReview.com.au

Published: 06.02.2018

Sony Smartwatch 3

Sony Smartwatch 3 (Smart Watch / Fitness Tracker): 5 out of 5 stars from 4 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

Wareable

Published: 16.03.2015

Sony SmartWatch 3 review

4.0

The Sony SmartWatch 3 may not be the hottest Android Wear device on paper, but with built-in GPS and a slick new all-metal design, it's one of the most comp...

Wareable

Published: 16.03.2015

Sony SmartWatch 3 review

4.0

The Sony SmartWatch 3 may not be the hottest Android Wear device on paper, but with built-in GPS and a slick new all-metal design, it's one of the most comp...

TechRadar

Published: 25.06.2018

Sony Smartwatch 3 review

4.0

Wait - is Android Wear getting good?

Sony SmartWatch The Apple Watch Series 2 is the only choice for iPhone users - if you can afford it

Macworld

Published: 21.09.2016

The Apple Watch Series 2 is the only choice for iPhone users - if you can afford it

0.5

Our Apple Watch Series 2 vs Sony SmartWatch 3 comparison review finds that the Sony watch is a cracking wearable, but the Apple Watch comes out on top - if you can afford it

The Verge

Published: 19.03.2012

Sony SmartWatch review

2.9

The successor to the LiveView adds a few more features, but is it as smart as it claims?

Sony SmartWatch Sony SmartWatch 3 review: Cheap but very much showing its age

Alphr

Published: 19.12.2014

Sony SmartWatch 3 review: Cheap but very much showing its age

4.0

The Sony Smartwatch 3 was among the very first group of Android Wear smartwatches to appear in the shops and it's now very much looking its age. Although I was quite impressed with its combination of decent battery life

PCMAG

Published: 18.12.2014

Sony SmartWatch 3 Review

3.5

The Sony SmartWatch 3 brings a greater focus on activity tracking to Android Wear, but there aren't enough apps available to take advantage of it.

Sony SmartWatch Sony Smartwatch 3 review: great design, good screen and decent battery

the Guardian

Published: 28.11.2014

Sony Smartwatch 3 review: great design, good screen and decent battery

The latest waterproof smartwatch from Sony runs Android Wear and lasts three days on a single charge

Android Authority

Published: 25.11.2014

Sony Smartwatch 3 Review

We take a closer look at Sony's entry into the Android Wear world in the comprehensive review of the Sony Smartwatch 3!

Sony SmartWatch Sony Smartwatch 3 Express Review: Ahead of the times

The Indian Express

Published: 18.03.2015

Sony Smartwatch 3 Express Review: Ahead of the times

If you are looking for a top-end smart watch then the Sony Smartwatch 3 might just be the best bet.

Sony SmartWatch Sony SmartWatch Review: Maybe the Worst Thing Sony Has Ever Made

Gizmodo

Published: 17.07.2012

Sony SmartWatch Review: Maybe the Worst Thing Sony Has Ever Made

A gorgeous, functional, cellular-powered gizmo-watch made by erstwhile hardware god Sony could have been huge. Huge! Instead, it's a gadget cold sore, and a major, aggravating letdown. What the hell happened?