Smartwatches offer a wide range of features, from health and wellness tracking, to notification and communication management, to contactless payments. However, choosing the ideal smartwatch can be complex given the large number of models available, not to mention that each user has specific needs. This article explores the essential criteria to consider when selecting the connected watch that meets your needs and fits your lifestyle.
Zoom in on 5 connected watches
Apple Watch Series 9 smartwatch
The Apple Watch Series 9 is designed to accompany you everywhere thanks to its light weight and durable aluminum construction. Its 45 mm rectangular screen offers a resolution of 352 x 430 pixels, with rounded edges to withstand the knocks of everyday life. In addition to the classic functionalities, it offers practical options such as contactless payment and automatic detection of falls or accidents, with emergency call and transmission of GPS coordinates. In direct contact with the skin, biometric sensors measure essential data about your health in real time, such as heart rate and blood oxygen level.
Combined with various sports modes, this connected watch allows you to customize your workouts to your needs. Practical and multifunctional, the Apple Watch Series 9 is a complete tool to track your daily activities and your well-being
Garmin Forerunner 55 Smartwatch
This multi-activity connected watch integrates advanced training functions (17 profiles that include running, cycling, pool swimming and virtual running, free training plans to prepare for a 5 km race, a 10 km race or even a half marathon…). It is waterproof up to 50 m, has functions dedicated to well-being and health (respiration monitoring, sleep scoring, etc.), as well as an integrated GPS system that allows you to know your position with great precision.
This Garmin smartwatch offers a battery life of 2 weeks in normal use and 20 hours in GPS mode.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 smart watch
This connected watch has an ultra-modern style and features a water-resistant design (up to 50 m) and robust aluminum and silicone. It offers excellent performance and the ability to accurately track your health indicators.
With it you can control your music, pay for your purchases contactless, make calls using the integrated microphone and speaker, receive notifications… It also has a 2-year warranty from Samsung and can be customized to your image because its bracelet is interchangeable. .
Apple Watch SE 2 smart watch
Apple Watch SE has everything you need. Thanks to it, you maintain your motivation, contact with your loved ones, maintain an active lifestyle and control the evolution of your health. With features like fall detection, accident detection, and emergency calling, it also helps increase your safety.
This smartwatch, in addition to being very elegant, is water resistant up to 50 m. You can easily modify the strap (change color, style, material, etc.) to adapt your watch to your mood or time of day.
Huawei Band 8 smart watch
The Huawei Band 8 connected watch will satisfy you whatever your needs. She is perfect for tracking your health (sleep, oxygen saturation, heart rate, breathing exercises, etc.) and your physical condition. It recharges in just 45 minutes and offers a battery life of 14 days with normal use.
Its borderless AMOLED screen and angular design promise you a very pleasant experience, not to mention that it is particularly light (only 14 g).
Which smart watch to choose according to your lifestyle?
Choosing a smartwatch depends on many factors related to your lifestyle, such as your daily activities, your health and sports needs, or your technological preferences. Below we present some recommendations based on different lifestyles.
If you practice a sport
If you regularly practice sports and want to use your connected watch for this purpose, the ideal is to opt for a watch with advanced sports functions, such as the GPS trackingVO2 max measurement (maximum amount of oxygen the body can use per unit of time), ECG (electrocardiogram), sleep cycle analysis for recovery and personalized training programs.
If you need it to work
Professionals on the go are invited to turn to a connected watch with a sleek design, with good battery life and that integrates perfectly with the Apple or Android ecosystem depending on the needs. In fact, the smartwatch should allow its owner to receive notifications, calls, SMS and possibly integrate productivity and health applications.
If you want to control your health
If your priority is monitoring your health, choose a watch model dedicated to this purpose. Some equipment is designed specifically for track advanced stress level, sleep and skin temperatureblood oxygen and other general health metrics. Others can even send alerts in case of a fall or irregular heart rate, very useful functions for elderly or isolated people.
If you want to give it to a child
Are you looking for a connected watch for your child? Choose a device comfortable, easy to use and waterproof so that he can use it in all circumstances. Some smartwatches also allow you to make calls, receive important notifications and alerts. Others include a geolocation function, which can be very useful for parents to know the position of their children and have peace of mind on a daily basis. Recognized brands such as Garmin, VTech or Ice Watch offer models dedicated to the little ones.
if you are a woman
For women, we advise you to opt for a model of connected aesthetic clockfor example with clean lines, a smaller dial or with interchangeable bracelets for all styles. It is also advisable that your watch integrates health applications (heart rate monitoring, sleep analysis, blood oxygen measurement, physical activity monitoring, etc.).
If you are a technology lover
Gadget fans can opt for a model from a well-known brand such as Apple or Samsung. This type of watch offers exclusive features for technology lovers. The device becomes a true personal assistant. With just a glance at its dial, you can stay informed!
If you are an adventurer at heart
Are you an outdoor sports enthusiast or an adventurer at heart? Robustness and long battery life should be your priorities when choosing your smartwatch, as should the GPS tracking. Some smartwatches are designed specifically for extreme conditions, with advanced features for diving, hiking, and other activities.
Whatever your lifestyle, make sure the smartwatch you select is durable, comfortable, compatible with your smartphone (iOS or Android), has good battery life, and choose a device with the sensors and trackers you need.
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Source: BFM TV