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November 2014
(70%)
218 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(100%)
1 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Great design
MicroUSB charger
GPS
Built-in GPS for phone-free running
Android Wear runs slick and smooth
Waterproof build
Comfortable strap
Decent battery life
Best battery life for an Android Wear watch yet
And the transflective screen is nice for quickly checking the time of day
I love that the charging port is just a plain old micro USB
Which means it's really easy to charge it anywhere
The watch itself d
One of the biggest selling points that Sony SmartWatch 3 has over rivals is built in GPS
Which
Coupled with being water and dust proof
Makes it a handy workout companion
Allowing you to leave your phone behind
It's also a slick performer
With rarely
The Sony SmartWatch 3 has built-in GPS to track your workout without needing your phone. It's waterproof
Has a built-in USB port for charging without a dock and runs Android Wear smoothly
Cheap
Screen you can read in sunlight
Robust
Quality build
In
Built GPS
Offline music playback
Packed with features
It's a steal at the price
Slick performance
GPS built-in
Good battery life for standard use
MicroUSB charging
Slim design
Freedom with GPS connectivity
Easy charging with Micro USB
Great waterproof rating
Water-resistant design
Good size
Built-in GPS
Runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop
Supports Micro USB charging
Voice control works well
Category leading IP68 rating
Excellent build quality
The editors didn't like
Is Android Wear useful yet?
Expensive
Washed-out colours and yellow whites
No heart-rate monitor
Proprietary watch strap
The SmartWatch 3 doesn't have a built-in heart rate monitor
Which is become a key feature for wrist-worn devices for people who are serious about their health. The Moto 360
Fitbit Charge HR and Basis Peak constantly monitor my heart
Giving me a much be
While I was happy to see GPS included in the Sony SmartWatch 3 it doesn't seem entirely accurate. It's good enough to track your route and get a vague idea of the distance travelled but if you need real accuracy you'll probably want to hold on to your spo
Its screen is pretty awful
With poor colours and viewing angles. Its plain
Square design makes it much less stylish than the LG G Watch R and it doesn't have a heart-rate monitor built in
Abstract: While rumors had already indicated that Sony would launch the SmartWatch 3 at IFA , we admit we were pleasantly surprised to see Sony ditch its platform in favor of Android Wear. During our time at IFA, we managed to get a first hands-on look at the devic...
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Published: 2014-09-04, Author: Chris , review by: techworld.com
It was almost inevitable that Sony would launch an Android Wear wearable and we like the SmartWatch 3. It has decent specs, interchangeable straps and is completely waterproof. We can't help feel it's a little overpriced compared to rivals, though....
Abstract: The look and feel of the SmartWatch 3 isn't a very big departure from the first two versions. It is still a square smartwatch and with the black case resembles the size and shape of a basic Casio digital watch. The SmartWatch 3's core unit does have some...
Abstract: Much of that battle has been centred on design. Motorola opened a new salvo in the fight with its rounded Moto 360, prompting LG to remodel its G Watch, too. Given that Wear is still a very new platform that has endless room to grow, the burden falls on S...
Published: 2014-12-24, Author: Daniel , review by: mobilesyrup.com
Waterproofing, Removable chassis easily charged via microUSB, Bright display in direct sunlight, Replaceable straps, Good battery life, Built-in GPS
Boring design, Poor screen viewing angles, No heart rate monitor
Certainly not the best Android Wear smartwatch on the market, the SmartWatch 3 is Sony's best chance at sticking it out in an increasingly high-margin and high-stakes ecosystem. That the SmartWatch 3 can be used with any Android 4.3+ smartphone makes it l...
Great battery, GPS functionality works well, Screen works well outdoors,
Average screen, Bulky design, Missing a heart-rate monitor,
Sony's SmartWatch 3 feels like a very middle-of-the-road product. There's nothing inherently bad about it, but there's nothing that really sets it aside from its Android Wear brethren; much like its name, the SmartWatch 3 is a little bland. There's a few...
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Published: 2015-05-19, Author: Stewart , review by: techgeek.com.au
Great battery life, builtin GPS, clasp works well
No Heart Rate Monitor, thick band, annoying USB cover
All in all, I think the Sony Smartwatch 3 is a great device.With impressive battery life, a screen that you can use without the backlight (in most cases) and built-in GPS capabilities, the watch would definitely suit those looking for something to take al...
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Published: 2015-05-01, Author: Jason , review by: ausdroid.net
Abstract: Sony 's Smartwatch 3 was pretty well received by Chris when he took a look at the original – it went head-to-head with the Moto 360 in the marketplace, and found a permanent place on his wrist. Now, Sony's released a new SKU of the watch which comes with ...
Superb battery life for an Android Wear smartwatch, Display is bright outdoors, ambient sensor allows true alwayson display, High quality design, fit and finish, THE
Display isn't particularly vibrant, MicroUSB port an annoyance to access, protective grommet feels flimsy, Omission of heart rate sensor
Sony's move to introduce a high-end option of the SmartWatch 3 was the right way to go for the OEM in having another alternative for buyers interested in a sleek and snazzy smartwatch.The SmartWatch 3 SS is a beautiful smartwatch, despite its more afforda...
Best Sony smartwatch yet, Great clasp, Best-in-class battery life
No heart rate monitor, Thick band, Unimaginative stock faces
LikeBest Sony smartwatch yet.Great clasp.Best-in-class battery life.Don't LikeNo heart rate monitor.Thick band.Unimaginative stock faces.It's a tough call. It many ways, it simply performs better than any of the other Android Wear watches. But on the othe...
