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In August 2021, Samsung unveiled two new smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. Building on previous successes with the Galaxy Watch Active 2 and Galaxy Watch 3, Samsung has brought many valuable hardware and software improvements to this product. So, should users buy the Galaxy Watch 4 series?
In this article, 24h Tech will summarize the worthwhile features of these devices to help you decide whether to buy the Galaxy Watch 4 series or not, as well as determine which one suits you better, Galaxy Watch 4 or Watch 4 Classic!
Introduction video of Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 series.Galaxy Watch 4 series - the first generation smartwatch running Wear OS 3
The biggest upgrade that Samsung brings to these devices is in the software aspect. The Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic are the first smartwatches from the company to run Wear OS 3, developed in collaboration with Google. This new platform is said to have faster performance and better battery efficiency.
Wear OS also provides access to thousands of apps and popular watch faces through the Play Store. It's known that Spotify and YouTube Music will support offline music playback on Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic.
Other apps like Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Pay, and Nike Run+ will also be integrated.
Galaxy Watch 4 series comes with a new Exynos chip, larger memory
Samsung has developed a completely new Exynos processor for the Galaxy Watch 4 lineup. The two new smartwatches are equipped with the Exynos W920 chipset manufactured on a 5nm process, offering excellent power efficiency. It includes two CPU Cortex-A55 cores and Mali-G68 GPU.
The Exynos W920 makes the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic smoother and much more power-efficient than any other Wear OS smartwatch.
Additionally, the company's new smartwatch also features 1.5 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage. This means the RAM is tripled and internal storage is more than doubled compared to the Galaxy Watch 3.
With higher RAM, users can multitask more smoothly, while the increased internal storage provides a large storage space for storing lots of music and installing additional apps.
The Galaxy Watch 4 series will still have 4G LTE versions, dual-band b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC connectivity. You can also receive calls, notifications, and make online payments directly on the smartwatch.
Significantly improved in activity tracking and user health capabilities
Both watches are equipped with the latest sensors, including accelerometers, barometers, compasses, electrocardiograms,... to track your physical activities. With GPS, the product can track users' outdoor activities such as cycling, running, and swimming.
Moreover, the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic can also track calorie consumption, sleep quality, SpO2 levels, and your stress level.
Solidly built with IP68 rating and US military-grade durability
Not only do they have powerful hardware and sleek designs, but the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic are also extremely rugged and durable.
The device is certified with IP68 water resistance and dust resistance, and meets the US military MIL-STD-810G standard for shock resistance, allowing you to use your watch comfortably without worrying too much about impacts or water ingress.
Galaxy Watch 4 Classic features the beloved rotating bezel
Samsung knows that many fans love the physical rotating bezel on their Galaxy watches, and the company has brought this feature to the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. It not only makes the watch look more beautiful and sturdy but also makes navigating between interfaces easier.
The Galaxy Watch 4, on the other hand, will not have a bezel and is suitable for those who prefer a compact, simpler watch.
The Galaxy Watch 4 series offers incredibly flexible customization
Both devices provide high levels of customization so you can comfortably customize them to your own style. Users can switch the 20 mm watch strap that comes with the purchase for any strap from other brands as desired.
You can choose from thousands of watch faces available on the Play Store. Additionally, you can also create your own unique watch faces.
Long-lasting battery life and wireless charging on the Galaxy Watch 4 series
Samsung claims that their new smartwatches can last up to 40 hours on a single charge.
The 40 mm version of the Galaxy Watch 4 and the 42 mm version of the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic come with a 247 mAh battery, while the 44 mm version of the Galaxy Watch 4 and the 46 mm version of the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic come with a 361 mAh battery.
The devices also support Qi wireless charging, allowing you to charge these watches using premium Galaxy phones like the Note 20, S21, S21 Ultra, with reverse wireless charging technology (Wireless PowerShare).
Receive calls and make payments even without carrying your phone
The LTE versions of the watch come with an eSIM, meaning you can receive calls, play music on Spotify, or even make online payments (via Google Pay or Samsung Pay) even when you leave your phone at home.
Conclusion
These are the worthwhile upgrades that Samsung has generously equipped on these smartwatches.
Are the improvements on the Galaxy Watch 4 series meeting your expectations? Let's discuss below!
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Pre-order period: From August 31, 2021, to September 16, 2021. You can choose one of two benefits when pre-ordering, check out more details here!
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Learn more:
- Curious if the Galaxy Watch 4 supports calls? Here's the answer.
- Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic: Which one is the right choice for you?
