Is The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 the Best SmartWatch Option For Android Users?

Samsung recently announced its latest Galaxy Watch Active series codenamed the ‘Active 2’ which went on sale in the US on September 27, 2019, And as a sequel to the Samsung Galaxy Active Watch (SM-R500) published barely six months earlier, this neoteric device has a nicer feel than the previous version. This next-generation smart-watch ships in with the sporty fitness feature inherent in the Samsung Active Watch, together with an ability to actively provision the wearer with health advice on the go.

Apparently, the latest device comes in two sizes; 40mm and 44mm and can be synched to internet connection natively by means of an ‘LTE’ or ‘Bluetooth’ connection through another smartphone. While the standalone LTE version has a RAM size of 1.5 GiB, the Bluetooth model is powered on a 768MiB RAM.

Even though this piece goes for $279 which is a lot less than its predecessors as well as other competitors such as the Apple Watch series, it still doesn’t lose out on the most basic features of a smart-watch as expected. But Instead, it births a more recent technology of matching your watch faces with custom designs that fit your outfit.

With little to no effort, Samsung had debuted a smart-watch that allows you ‘stand out’ without having to ‘look the part’ as a result of its discreet and lightweight design. Additionally, this smart device incorporates a digital ‘bezel control’ functionality which is a touch-sensitive feature permitting the User the same rotating flexibility just like a conventional bezel control.

Given that this smart-watch is basically built for Samsung devices. However, it completely depicts the idea of a ‘smartwatch’ as it is non-exclusive and works perfectly with other non-Samsung devices. Coming in such colors as; Black, Silver, Gold and Lily Gold, this piece could be programmed to read heartbeat and ECG by means of the Heart-rate and accelerometer located on the base of the watch.

Although the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is believed to be all-encompassing as it has a dedicated Spotify app, unlike the Apple Watch lineup. Still, it doesn’t support the full integration of many third-party apps as is common with most smart-watches. Nonetheless, the Samsung Galaxy Active Watch 2 does not only serve on a multi-device basis but also delivers well to sports enthusiasts.

According to a public statement on Samsung’s official website, the smart-watch gives its wearer detailed health tips whether as a normal user or a fitness devotee. Adding that;

“The all-new Galaxy Watch Active2 now comes with a bigger customizable screen and fresh new look. It gives you precise health insights when you need it, while keeping you fully connected. Whether you are out for a run, or pushing through your next deadline the Galaxy Watch Active2 will keep you at your optimal performance inside and out.”