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233 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
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90 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Nice design
Vivid display
Voice recognition
Having notifications on your wrist soon becomes something useful
Changing watchfaces as often as your underwear is definitely a thing
Android Wear has massive potential to be something great
Core functionality seems really intuitive
Some apps actually
The G Watch shows off Android Wear's impressive voice recognition
Android phone connectedness
And potential for future app support. It has solid build quality
Is water- and dust-resistant
And the included magnetic charger is easy to use
Good screen
Understated design
Decent performance
Android Wear
Fast and easy to use
Simple to set up
Decent price
Voice command work well
Feels comfortable
Early adopter geek points
Crisp
Clear screen
Userfriendly software
Shows the time constantly
Most affordable entry point to Android Wear
Slick and fast
Comfortable to wear
Open to personal strap choices
Sharp and clear display
Easy to use software
Permanently displays the time
Intuitive to use
Excellent for Android power users
Water and dust resistant
Android Wear is mostly brilliant
Compatible with most Android devices
Waterproof
The first thing that hits you about the LG G Watch is just how much the Android Wear OS dominates the experience. LG has created a product which is subtle and understated
And this allows Google's smartwatch concept to shine through
Compared to the compl
Google Now notifications work well
Accurate voice recognition
Reasonable selection of early Android Wear apps
Minimalist styling
Lots of potential for Android Wear
Water and dustproof
The editors didn't like
Low battery life
Usefulness is subjective
No heart
Rate monitor
The screen is virtually unreadable outdoors in dimmed mode
Settings and apps are hidden away making the initial “getting to know you” period a little awkward
The charging dock being the only way to charge the watch is ridiculous
The current app selecti
A generic-looking design
Terrible battery life
A display that doesn't work in bright sunlight
A strange card-based notification system that doesn't always pop info you want
Costs more
Lacks the heart-rate monitor
And has a slightly weaker display th
Android Wear isn't business ready
Woefully short battery
Lower res screen then rival
Proprietary charging dock
Battery life
Uninspiring design
Bad battery life
No heart rate monitor
Washed out display
Can't read full long messages
Can't read multiple messages
Battery life short
No auto screen brightness
Outdoor visibility is poor
Battery life isn't long enough
Design perhaps a little too generic
Voice-centric operation
Long messages cannot be fully read
Multiple messages cannot be read
Battery life is one day
Lack of auto screen brightness
Battery life is poor
Unit is easily marked
Needs a charging cradle
Uninspired design
Smartwatches have always struggled when it comes to stamina
And the G Watch is sadly no exception. With normal use you can expect to get around two days before needing to charge
And because you can only topup the battery with the bespoke charging dock
Published: 2014-06-28, Author: Marc , review by: techradar.com
Nice design, Vivid display, Voice recognition
Low battery life, Usefulness is subjective, No heart, rate monitor
The LG G Watch is sweet, and with a price tag of $229, it's really easy to make it an impulse buy. I mean, if you're buying a decent watch anyway, you're likely going to be in the neighborhood of $300-500. And those watches won't show you Facebook notifi...
Published: 2015-01-25, Author: Andrew , review by: arstechnica.com
Abstract: We take a look at how Android Wear works, and even manage to break some stuff.Google also recently sent us another Android Wear watch we hadn't seen beforeLG's G Watch R, the round version of the regular square G Watch we looked at back when Android Wear ...
Abstract: If you simply can't decide which—if any—watch is the right one for you, here are all the strengths and weaknesses of the current crop.I have used all the current Android Wear watches for at least a few weeks, so I have a good handle on what makes them tic...
Published: 2014-11-06, Author: Dan , review by: theverge.com
Abstract: Smartwatches are going to be the next big thing. They'll keep us connected, keep us informed, and make it feel like we're living in the future. Virtually every mobile phone maker has dipped its toes into smartwatch waters, including Apple, which is going ...
Published: 2014-09-05, Author: Joe , review by: phandroid.com
Abstract: Finally. After months of tortuous waiting all has been revealed about the Moto 360, and later today you can buy one . Was the wait worth it? Back when the Moto 360 was first announced that was an easy answer. But now there is some stiffer competition in t...
Abstract: Google's foray into the world of wearable technology isn't a single smartwatch – it's an entire operating system , dubbed Android Wear. The first of a likely long line of devices is LG's G Watch . At present, only two Wear devices grace Google's Play Stor...
For those who are major fans of Google and Google Now, you will enjoy the LG G Watch. It gives you the notifications you need and you have Google at your fingertips. Some developers are coming out with apps that will further enhance your experience. Every...
If you're eager to get your hands on an Android Wear device, I'd suggest holding out until the Moto 360 hits the market (it's expected later this month). At least then you'll have a choice between that smartwatch and Samsung's Gear Live. The G Watch co...
Published: 2014-08-05, Author: Chris , review by: techworld.com
The LG G Watch is the best smartwatch we've reviewed so far, partly due to the affordable price tag and the excellent, albeit not flawless, Android Wear system. You will need a device with Android 4.3 or later, though. The design of the G Watch doesn't wo...
