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244 Reviews
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The editors liked
There are times when the SW2 is convenient. Getting a call
Email
Or text you're going to ignore means simply looking at your watch and moving on
Rather than digging out your phone
Turning it on
Unlocking it
Looking
And then turning it off and putti
Greatly expanded functionality via 3rd party apps
Very handy for quick check on notifications
Decent battery life
Water resistance
Customizable vibration notifications
Screen is always "awake"
Several hundred apps
Familiar Android interface
Phonecall and messaging functions work well enough
Liberal
Inclusive phone support
Works with any modern Android phone
Solid Facebook Twitter Gmail support
Time visible when watch is asleep
Attractive design with changeable band
Very long battery life
The Sony SmartWatch 2 screens phone alerts
Gmail
And call info in real time. The device also has a modern
Water-resistant design that's compatible with standard watch bands
Sleek
Comfortable design. Several hundred apps already available. Water-resistant. Readable in sunlight.
Always on display
Attractive fit and finish
Multiple day battery life
Micro USB charging
Minimalist and ergonomically pleasing design
Well-built
Easy to use
Large number of apps
The editors didn't like
It's almost never more convenient to use this watch than it is to simply pull out your smartphone
Except in the few instances mentioned above. The UI is unwieldy and unresponsive
And while we like that we can see it in bright daylight
The screen's low
Slow
Comparatively poor display
Glitchy and frustrating to set up
Heavy to wear
Limited watchface options
Inscrutable
Confusing notifications for some apps
Blurry display
Useful only for very specific use cases
Occasional lag
Doesn't support thirdparty watch faces
Weak music controls
No speaker mic or camera
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is tricky to set up on non-Sony phones. The watch has a small clock face selection
Short battery life
And a quirky music player app. There's no iOS support
Bulkier than the first model. Buggy software. Many apps lack utility. Doesn't make or receive calls. No camera. Only works with Android
Abstract: Smartwatches are the future… or something like that. As growth in the smartphone market slows, especially at the high end where companies have been making a killing, consumer electronics giants need to look elsewhere to bolster earnings growth. For Samsun...
Abstract: The SmartWatch 2 is also 33 percent cheaper, at about $200, and works with a variety of Android phones, not just Sony's. Samsung's Galaxy Gear sells for $300 and is compatible only with a handful of high-end Samsung phones.(Also see: Sony SmartWatch 2 lau...
There are times when the SW2 is convenient. Getting a call, email, or text you're going to ignore means simply looking at your watch and moving on, rather than digging out your phone, turning it on, unlocking it, looking, and then turning it off and putti
It's almost never more convenient to use this watch than it is to simply pull out your smartphone, except in the few instances mentioned above. The UI is unwieldy and unresponsive, and while we like that we can see it in bright daylight, the screen's low
No. This isnt the smartwatch you were looking for. Sorry. It may still be out there, looming in the distant future, but that day has most definitely not come. Right now, this $200 device is just a toy that will ultimately waste more time than it will sa...
Abstract: After SmartPhones & Tablet PCs , SmartWatches are ready to storm up the tech world with great user-friendly time-saving features and cool looks. We look into the 1st generation of Sony SmartWatch MN2 which played an important role in popularising the wear...
Abstract: Sony has launched its latest flagship phone the Sony Xperia Z Ultra in India on 18th of September 2013. This is just few weeks after the official global launch that it has been brought to India. The Xperia Z1 is an even more powerful phone than the predec...
Review: Sony SmartWatch 2 SW2Review by Victor YapWhen the Pebble first appeared, I thought to myself that I'd give it a go to see how it'd fit my lifestyle. The plan never fell through due to lack of time or adequate funds. That ended my lofty dreams of e...
Display could be better, Slight sluggish performance
We like the SW2, but there are still some kinks to iron out before we can really fall in love with this gadget. These bugs are most commonly seen when trying to sync the SW2 to your smartphone. It sometimes works, and sometimes doesn't. It works well a ma...
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Published: 2013-11-08, Author: Sophie , review by: stuff.tv/my/
Small, lightweight, cheap, Twice weekly charge via microUSB, Good selection of apps
Unreliable in use, No iOS compatibility, some Sony-only functions, Useless without a smartphone
As a concept, Sony's SmartWatch 2 seems to tread a fine line between the simple (like the Pebble) and the overblown and tricksy (like the Galaxy Gear). The design is solid, if a little drab-retro for our liking, the screen is a useful size and battery lif...
Retailing at PhP 8,990, the Smart Watch 2 is considered a little expensive compared to the US$150 (PhP 6,783 based on currency rates at time of publication) Pebble Watch. The Galaxy Gear is too expensive at PhP 13,990.If you do not need a color display, t...
