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SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch6

picture of SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch6
  • Released: 2023, August 11
  • Display: 1.5 inches
  • Processor: Dual-core 1.4GHz Cortex-A55
  • RAM: 2GB
  • Storage: 16GB
  • Battery: Li-Ion 425 mAh
Launch
Announced 2023, July 26
Status Available. Released 2023, August 11
Network
Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands LTE
Speed HSPA, LTE
Body
Dimensions 42.8 x 44.4 x 9 mm (1.69 x 1.75 x 0.35 in)
Weight 33.3 g (44mm), 28.7 g (40mm) (1.02 oz)
Build Glass front (Sapphire crystal), aluminum frame
SIM eSIM
MIL-STD-810H compliant* 50m water resistant (IP68) ECG certified Blood pressure monitor *does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions
Display
Type Super AMOLED
Size 1.5 inches
Resolution 480 x 480 pixels (~453 ppi density)
Protection Sapphire crystal
Always-on display
Platform
OS Android Wear OS 4, One UI Watch 5
Chipset Exynos W930 (5 nm)
CPU Dual-core 1.4GHz Cortex-A55
GPU Mali-G68
Memory
Card slot No
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM
Battery
Type Li-Ion 425 mAh, non-removable
Charging 10W wireless (Qi)
Sound
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
Communications
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB No
Features
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, compass, heart rate, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature)
Natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay
Miscellaneous
Colors Graphite, Silver, Gold
Price € 319.00 / £ 289.00
Camera
No

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Review: A Refined Smartwatch with Enhanced Features

The Samsung Galaxy Watch6 is the latest iteration of Samsung's popular smartwatch lineup. It builds upon the success of its predecessors with a number of enhancements, including a larger and brighter display, improved performance, and extended battery life.

Display

The Galaxy Watch6 features a 1.4-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 450 x 450 pixels. The display is incredibly sharp and vibrant, with deep blacks and rich colors. It is also significantly larger than the display on the Galaxy Watch5, making it easier to read text and view notifications. The display is also protected by Sapphire Crystal, which is known for its scratch resistance.

Performance

The Galaxy Watch6 is powered by the new Exynos W930 chipset. This chipset is a significant upgrade over the Exynos W920 found in the Galaxy Watch5. The W930 offers improved performance and efficiency, resulting in a smoother and more responsive user experience.

Battery life

The Galaxy Watch6 has a 361mAh battery. This is a slight increase over the 301mAh battery in the Galaxy Watch5. In our testing, the Galaxy Watch6 was able to last for up to two days on a single charge with moderate use. With heavier use, the battery life will be reduced, but it should still be able to last for a full day.

Features

The Galaxy Watch6 comes with a wide range of features, including:

  • Advanced health and fitness tracking
  • ECG and blood pressure monitoring
  • Sleep tracking
  • Stress tracking
  • Fall detection
  • GPS
  • NFC
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth

The Galaxy Watch6 also supports a number of third-party apps, including Spotify, Google Maps, and Strava.

Pros:

  • Large and bright AMOLED display
  • Improved performance
  • Extended battery life
  • Comprehensive health and fitness tracking
  • Support for third-party apps

Cons:

  • Expensive
  • No major design changes from Galaxy Watch5

Who should buy it?

The Samsung Galaxy Watch6 is a great option for anyone who is looking for a high-end smartwatch with a wide range of features. The large and bright display, improved performance, and extended battery life make it a great choice for everyday use. The comprehensive health and fitness tracking features make it a good option for those who are looking to track their fitness goals. The support for third-party apps makes it a versatile smartwatch that can be used for a variety of purposes.

If you are looking for a smartwatch with the latest and greatest features, the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 is a great option. However, if you are on a budget, or if you are not concerned about having the latest features, you may want to consider a less expensive smartwatch.

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