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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is the sequel to one of our favorite smartwatches, and it's the first time in a while that we've seen the company adopt Wear OS software. It's not your typical Wear OS watch though; It's called One UI Watch 3 and it was created by Samsung with the help of Google. On paper, the overall upgrade is limited, but the Watch 4 is suitable for anyone looking for a high-end smartwatch that can track workouts, plus plenty of other smart features that many alternative wrist companions can't.
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 at Jumbo Electronics by AED 949
That said, the Galaxy Watch 4's compatibility isn't as varied as previous Samsung watches. If you have an iPhone, this won't work with it, and while it's compatible with all modern Android phones except Huawei, you'll need to have a Samsung smartphone to access some features, like blood pressure or ECG measurements. This is likely to come as a disappointment to many, as Samsung's previous smartwatches have been among the best in terms of compatibility. We'd still say the Watch 4 is worth your while if you have a non-Samsung and non-Huawei Android phone, but you should be aware that there are some limitations. There's a virtual rotating bezel, a feedback feature of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2, which, along with two buttons on the right side, allows for easy navigation through the smartwatch's menus. Some may miss the physical rotating bezel of the Galaxy Watch 4, but it's a nice alternative. The fitness features here aren't much different than we've seen before, but there's a new body composition tool that gives you a rough idea of your body fat percentage. We found GPS, heart-rate monitoring, and other fitness features well thought out on the Galaxy Watch 4. Battery life isn't a major concern on the Galaxy Watch 4, but it's not the smartwatch most durable we've ever seen. It will last about two days with normal to heavy use, and about three days if you're not training or using features like GPS. Launched alongside the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3, the Galaxy Watch 4 is accompanied by a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic; you need to look at this smartwatch if you want a physical rotating bezel, which is the main difference between both devices. . As for the Galaxy Watch 4, this smartwatch is a great option for anyone with a Galaxy smartphone. If you have another Android phone, this is still a good choice for your next smartwatch, but there are caveats to the features mentioned above.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 release date and price
(Image credit: TechRadar) The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is now available in the United Arab Emirates. There are two sizes of the Galaxy Watch 4. The smaller 40mm version costs AED 949 while the larger 44mm model costs AED 1,069. These two prices are for the Bluetooth version. There is also an LTE version, but it has not been released in the United Arab Emirates. If you want a larger smartwatch with a physical rotating bezel, you'll want to go for the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. This is a separate product line this year, though many specs are similar between this device and this one. The 4mm Galaxy Watch 42 Classic costs AED 1,339 while the 46mm model costs AED 1,449.
Design and display
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is a slim smartwatch with a design that fits comfortably on your wrist. If you're looking for something bigger or want a rotating bezel, you should go for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. For those looking for a slimmer design, the Galaxy Watch 4 delivers this, with two buttons on the right edge and nothing else to detract from its sleek appearance. It comes in two models, one with a 40mm dial and the other with a 44mm body. Both models are made of aluminum. The dimensions of the 40mm model are 40,4 x 39,3 x 9,8mm with a weight of 25,9g while the 44mm model measures 44,4 x 43,3 x 9,8mm and weighs 30,3g. We've used both models and found both to be comfortable without weighing down our wrists. We used the 44mm model for a longer period of time than the smaller model, and found it to be an appropriate size (note that this writer is a grown male). It is comfortable to wear throughout the day, although it may not be the best fit to wear at night for sleep management. Image 1 of 2
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(Image credit: TechRadar) The displays on both Galaxy Watch 4 models are bright and we found them easy to read. Resolution is also impressive, with the 40mm clock offering 396 x 396 resolution and the 44mm model up to 450 x 450. That's 330 pixels per inch for both models. A unique feature of the Galaxy Watch 4 compared to other smartwatches is its "virtual" rotating bezel feature. There's no physical rotating bezel here; go for the Watch 4 Classic if that's a feature you want, but you can swipe around the black screen bezel to scroll through menus and access different functionality. Each model is also IP68 waterproof and dustproof, meaning you can submerge them in water up to five meters deep. A word about the supplied watch strap: It's made from a new material that may not handle intense workouts well, as we found it left a rash on our wrist. You may want to invest in a strap made of different materials if you regularly wear your watch at the gym. Color options also vary by model. The 4mm Watch 40 is available in black, gold, and silver, while the 44mm model is available in black, green, and silver. All of these colors are relatively subdued, so you may want to purchase a different bracelet if you want a bolder hue on your wrist.
The Watch 4 is equipped with Samsung's Exynos W920 chipset and 1,5 GB of RAM. Throughout our testing period, we found this power to be enough to run a variety of apps smoothly without any slowdowns. It's one of the fastest smartwatches we've ever used. This speed isn't as noticeable as it might be on a smartphone or laptop, but it is noticeable compared to other smartwatches and allows you to use a variety of apps while running GPS features, for example. There's 16GB of storage on both models of the Galaxy Watch 4. We found that the operating system and preloaded apps took up around 8GB, leaving you about the same for your own apps and music. Its software is where the Galaxy Watch 4 shines. Samsung isn't using its own Tizen wearable software here, instead reintegrating Google's Wear OS, albeit with its own twist. Image 1 of 2
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(Image credit: TechRadar) You'd be forgiven for being confused here. Tizen has been at the center of Samsung's software efforts in recent years, and the software that runs on the Galaxy Watch 4 feels like it. Instead, it's Wear OS 3 but with Samsung's own skin, called One UI Watch 3, on top of that. It includes a variety of Samsung apps that you'll be used to if you've ever owned a Galaxy Watch, but it's mostly Wear OS. This means you have access to the Google Play Store, and while Wear OS isn't the best-supported platform in terms of apps, it does have more/many more/all of the options you have on Tizen. Meanwhile, the design still feels distinctively Samsung. The software on the Galaxy Watch 4 looks good and runs smoothly, and you'll find that all the apps available on the Google Play Store are ready and waiting. It's a better solution than Tizen, but it retains all the benefits that made Tizen software great.
Aptitud
(Image credit: TechRadar) The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 comes with a host of health and fitness features including GPS for tracking runs, an optical heart rate sensor, and ECG support. Big changes in fitness come in the form of a new 3-in-1 bioactive sensor that allows the watch to monitor heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and body composition. The last one on this list is the only new feature, but this is the first time the sensors have been combined. Samsung claims that its body composition measurement tools allow you to view key fitness metrics such as skeletal muscle mass and body fat percentage. These scans are easy to perform, although you must remain still for them to work. The stats you'll get include a score for body fat percentage, skeletal muscle, body fat, body water, and BMI. It will also give you a rough idea of the healthy range for your gender, weight, and height. It's hard to say how accurate these different metrics are, but we found it helpful to have at least a rough idea of them, and you'll be able to track them over a period of time to see if you can improve results. The heart rate monitor was found to be accurate, and our results were consistent with measurements taken with other devices. The heart rate monitor worked best in Samsung's own apps, but you can also apply those features to third-party Wear OS tools like Strava and Nike Running Club. We also found that the GPS functions worked well when using the watch with precise positioning compared to other devices. One important thing to note is the limited support for some fitness features. ECG and blood pressure monitoring tools are only available when you connect the Galaxy Watch 4 to a Samsung smartphone. This is a frustrating element and means that this watch may not be the best option for you if you don't have a Samsung phone. Alternative devices from brands like Garmin offer similar functionality, but on any phone.
Battery duration
The 4mm Galaxy Watch 44, which is the model we reviewed, is powered by a 361mAh battery, and battery life was found to be high during our testing period; We found the smartwatch would last at least two days on a single charge, even with heavy use, and if you don't use the fitness features regularly, you can expect the watch to last a full three days. The 40mm version comes with a smaller 247mAh cell and...