In the ever increasing world of the internet of things, it seems everyone is either creating a smart watch app or wearing one. In this month’s edition of consumer tech, the Monkeys review some of their preferred smart watches.
The Pebble Time Steel is designed with premium materials, so the watch looks and feels great on your wrist. With up to 10 days of power without recharging, it’s easy to tell why this smart watch is one of our favorites. On the display, you can find your daily calendar, events notifications, and missed calls. Better yet, if you have both Android and Apple devices, the Pebble Time Steel can connect to both. The Pebble Time Steel comes in different styles and retails at $249.99.
The LG Watch Urbane looks like an ordinary watch at a glance; however, all you have to do is slide your finger across the screen to change faces. The watch is also dust and water resistant for up to 30 minutes at 1 meter. To send text, check the weather, or scores, all you have to do is say “Ok Google.” You can even say “Ok Google” to turn on navigation and have your Watch Urbane show you the way. The screens can also display who’s calling and texting you, flight information, and social media feeds. The LG Watch Urbane comes in silver and gold and retails at $349.99.
No smart watch list is complete without the Apple Watch. Simply put, the Apple Watch is your iPhone in a miniature screen worn on your wrist. Notification, Siri, Apple Pay, your calendar… everything you can imagine is conveniently located on your watch’s screen. The watch is also equipped with your daily activity and comprehensive health and fitness information. You can buy a multitude of wrist bands for your watch. The Apple Watch Sport starts at $349, while the Apple Watch starts at $549.
Your favorite smart watch didn’t make the list? Let us know what smart watch is your favorite and why in the comments below!