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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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Sony was early to the wearable market and is now on its third-generation of smartwatch. So here's our Sony SmartWatch 3 hands-on review.Wearables continue to be one of the hottest sectors in technology and as such Sony has announced two new 'SmartWear' de...
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...
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Sony's experience making smartwatches isn't all for naught—the SmartWatch 3 has a few interesting features and quirks that make it a neat addition to the Android Wear lineup.The SmartWatch 3 is an unimposing device, but I'll tell you right now, it doesn't...
Excellent battery life, Comfortable strap with nice clasp, Smooth performance, Understated look (some might say boring), Transflective screen is sharp and readable outdoors, Ambient light sensor, Ready for the future of Wear with GPS, NFC, and WiFi...
Transflective screen not readable in dark while in ambient mode, Colors on screen are slightly yellowish, Boring look (some might say understated), Stiff button, Strap collects dust, Nonstandard straps, No heart rate sensor...
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It was certainly surprising when Sony introduced the Smartwatch 3 running Android Wear, considering that the company wasn't officially announced as a hardware partner prior to that. Given the name, this, of course, isn't Sony's first foray into the smartw...
Comfortable to wear, Light weight, Built-in GPS, MicroUSB charging...
No heart rate monitor, Proprietary wrist straps, Lackluster display...
8.0 With the built-in GPS the Sony Smartwatch 3 is the best fitness centric Android Wear smartwatch, but that is the only edge this watch holds over the competition...
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hen it comes to smartwatches, you can sort of break things down into three camps. There's the rubber strap crowd — functional, but not all that stylish. There's leather, which classes things up a good bit but doesn't necessarily work on every watch. And then there's those who prefer a steel bracelet...
It's a good first (or third?) effort, and a decent active Android Wear deviceAs with any Android Wear device at this point — and this point is a mere 5 months into Android wearables — you have to take stock of whether you need this watch, or whether you j...
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We review Sony's SmartWatch 3 (SWR50), an Android Wear wrist rocket that can play music independently of your phone.Sony's SmartWatch 3 might not exactly take a cricket bat to wearable conventions, but it does sport one of the nicer designs we've rocked o...
Slender design, Decent battery life, No stupid dock, Offline music...
Washed-out screen, Lacks premium finish...
Sony's SmartWatch 3 isn't cheap at £180, which makes it a real shame that the finish isn't a bit more premium and the screen isn't more joyously vibrant. That said, I like the slender design and solid catch, and Sony's wearable also entices with offline m...
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The Sony SmartWatch 3 is a sequel in name only. The $249.99 wearable has a completely different look than its predecessors, and is Sony's first smartwatch to run Google's Android Wear operating system. It's a better choice for tracking your physical...
Built-in GPS. Slim, waterproof design.
Not many ways to take advantage of GPS. No heart rate monitor. Short battery life. Cumbersome charging port...
The Sony SmartWatch 3 brings a greater focus on activity tracking to Android Wear, but there aren't enough apps available to take advantage of it...
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Sony has more experience than any other company in creating smartwatches, having released its first connected wrist piece, the Live View, back in 2010. Its fourth-generation product, the Sony SmartWatch 3, has a more refined design and longer battery life...
Attractive desig, Good battery lif, Built-in micro USB charging port...
Built-in GPS only works with a few app, Expensiv, Limited app selectio, Confusing OS...
The Sony SmartWatch 3 is the first Android Wear device with built-in GPS, but you can't do enough with it. Sony has more experience than any other company in creating smartwatches, having released its first connected wrist piece, the Live View...
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With so many fitness wearables on the market, Sony is looking to stand out with its newly launched SmartWatch 3 , and it's banking on two distinct features to help: built-in GPS (so users can leave smartphones at home when they go for a jog, bike ride or...
Built-in GPS, Bluetooth headset connectivity, Secure clasp...
Unreliable display, No heart-rate tracking, Not intuitive, Gets dirty easily...
The Sony SmartWatch 3 has all of the makings of a stellar fitness wearable, but it falls short of perfection in many ways, especially when it comes to the display...
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Thinking about picking up a new smartwatch for the new year? iOS users have to wait a while before the Apple Watch hits store shelves, but owners of Android phones already have some compelling choices available.Google's Android Wear platform has expanded...
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The Sony SmartWatch 3 is now available with a steel band, called the Sony SmartWatch 3 Steel. With the same exact specs as the SmartWatch 3, including built-in GPS and Android Wear software, but swaps the rubber and leather bands for a stainless steel ban...
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This here is the Sony SmartWatch 3. That might make it sound like it's the third iteration in a line of gadgets, but really, it's the first. That's because even though this is Sony's third smartwatch (fourth if you count the Sony Ericsson LiveView), it's...
Built-in GPS is ideal for runners and other athletes, WiFi and NFC make this more future-proof than other Android Wear devices, Relatively long battery life, Display is easy to read in direct sunlight...
Drab design, Screen isn't as vibrant as on some other smartwatches, Not many Android Wear apps currently make use of the GPS, WiFi or NFC...
Sony's latest smartwatch won't be for everyone, what with its dull design and muted screen. Still, this is currently the only Android Wear device with a built-in GPS radio, making it a smart choice for runners and other athletes interested in tracking th...
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Sony's been trying the smartwatch thing for years, but the original SmartWatch and the SmartWatch 2 both. what's the word I'm looking for here? Sucked? Yeah. But the SmartWatch 3 has solid performance and two nifty features you won't find on any other A...
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...
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...
Its a tough call. It many ways, it simply performs better than any of the other Android Wear watches. But on the other side, it looks a bit plain, and looks matter when youre talking about something youre going to be wearing all day, every day. The lac...
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If you simply can't decide which—if any—watch is the right one for you, here are all the strengths and weaknesses of the current crop.I have used all the current Android Wear watches for at least a few weeks, so I have a good handle on what makes them tic...
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The calm before the Apple Watch stormAlmost since Android was introduced, it's been followed by people (including me) complaining about manufacturer customizations to the software. Companies like Samsung, Motorola, and LG used to layer horrifically bad so...
Waterproof, Fast performance, microUSB charger...
Boring design, Disappointing battery life, Few apps support GPS...
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...
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Sony literally owns the word “smartwatch” since producing one of the first wearables in 2012; the good news is that it may have finally gotten the recipe right on its third try. The SmartWatch 3 comes with Google's Android Wear, but unlike other versions...
Don't buy it. Sony did everything right but Android Wear in general isn't yet ready for the mainstream. If you're dying to try out Android Wear, this is the watch for you; otherwise, wait until the Sony SmartWatch 4 comes out before throwing your money at...
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While the Sony SmartWatch 3 doesn't have a heart rate monitor, it does have GPS, WiFi, NFC, and IP68 waterproof rating. The stand-alone GPS functionality and music playback make the Sony SmartWatch 3 the device I have been looking for to replace my MOTOAC...
If the Sony SmartWatch 3 had a heart rate monitor and a more elegant way to charge up, then I would have awarded it a 9.5. Android Wear still needs more work before I can give any of the watches a perfect 10, but it is getting better and more apps appear...
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GPS, a gyroscope, compass, ambient light sensors and an accelerometer make the Sony Smartwatch 3 suitable for fitness tracking, directions, navigation and notifications. Because most functions do not work properly offline, it is not the best option for tr...
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Sony has had a few smartwatches, butt the Sony SmartWatch 3 is Sony's first watch with Android Wear. As a fan of Android Wear, I've had fun reviewing other Android Wear watches, and was definitely looking forward to reviewing Sony's SmartWatch 3 because i...
The Sony Smartwatch 3 is definitely an upgrade over their previous smartwatches. This is due to both build and software. While the SW3 doesn't have the luxury look, it certainly does have functionality. It is missing some things that are sort of becom...
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The packaging of the SW3 is identical to the SmartBand Talk (SWR30). Transparent cuboid plastic box showing the product held in place by a stand. Beneath it, instructions and a short USB cable. Charger is not provided.Removing the SW3 from the box, you ma...
The Sony SmartWatch 3 runs more reliably compared to the LG G Watch R, lasts longer and is easier to charge with standard micro USB cable. It also has a modern wearable device look, and does not pretend to look like a analog watch. It is the only smartwat...
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It feels much longer, but it's been less than 6 months since Android Wear hit the market. They have stealthily crept into use without much fuss, despite revolutionising the wearables market. Reducing the time spent interacting with your phone, but still m...
battery life, screen visibility...
comfort, different straps...
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