Nilanjan
Samsung has recently launched its latest smartwatch series, the Galaxy Watch 6, along with the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. These are the first Samsung smartwatches to run on Google’s Wear OS platform with Samsung’s own One UI skin on top. This means that they offer more features, apps, and services than ever before.
But what makes the Galaxy Watch 6 series so special? How does it compare to its predecessors and competitors? And is it worth buying? In this blog post, we will answer all these questions and more. Here’s everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series before you buy.
Design and Display
The Galaxy Watch 6 series comes in two variants: the Galaxy Watch 6 and the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. The main difference between them is the design and the rotating bezel. The Galaxy Watch 6 has a more modern and sporty look with an aluminium case and a touch-sensitive rotating bezel that can be activated by swiping the edge of the screen. The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic has a more traditional and premium look with a stainless steel case and a physical rotating bezel that can be used to navigate the watch interface.
Both watches have the same display size, resolution, processor, RAM, storage, battery, and software. They also have the same health and fitness features, such as blood pressure monitor, ECG monitor, blood oxygen monitor, heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, stress tracker, body composition analysis, fall detection, and over 100 workout modes.
The Galaxy Watch 6 is available in two sizes: 40mm and 44mm. The 40mm model has a 1.3-inch screen, while the 44mm model has a 1.5-inch display. The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is available in two sizes as well: 43mm and 47mm. The 43mm model has a 1.3-inch display, while the 47mm model has a 1.5-inch screen.
Both watches have a stunning Sapphire Crystal AMOLED panel with Always-On Display (AOD) feature. The display is bright, sharp, and responsive, and can show various watch faces and widgets. The watches also support WPC-based wireless charging and have IP68 and 5ATM ratings for water and dust resistance.
Performance and Battery Life
The Galaxy Watch 6 series is powered by Samsung’s own Exynos W930 SoC, which is claimed to be 20% faster and 10% more power-efficient than the previous Exynos W920 SoC. The new chip also supports LTE connectivity for both eSIM and physical SIM cards.
The watches come with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, which are enough for running multiple apps and storing music, photos, and videos. The watches run on Wear OS-based One UI 5 Watch OS, which gives them access to Google services such as Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Pay, and Google Play Store. It also means that they can run more apps and games than before and receive faster updates.
The watches also have a built-in speaker and microphone that can be used for making calls, sending voice messages, listening to music, or interacting with Google Assistant. The watches also support Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, NFC, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, and MST.
The battery life of the Galaxy Watch 6 series depends on the size of the watch and the usage pattern. The 40mm model of the Galaxy Watch 6 has a 300mAH battery, while the 44mm model has a larger 425mAH battery. The same goes for the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic: the 43mm model has a 300mAH battery, while the 47mm model has a 425mAH battery. Both models support WPC-based wireless charging and promise up to 30 hours of usage with the Always-On Display feature turned on. The battery life can be extended by using the power saving mode or the watch only mode.
Health and Fitness Features
The Galaxy Watch 6 series comes with a plethora of health and fitness features that can help you monitor and improve your well-being. Some of these features are:
- Blood Pressure Monitor: The watches can measure your blood pressure using a cuff-less method that requires calibration with a traditional blood pressure device. You can also sync your blood pressure data with the Samsung Health Monitor app on your smartphone.
- ECG Monitor: The watches can record your electrocardiogram (ECG) using a single-lead method that detects any irregularities in your heart rhythm. You can also share your ECG report with your doctor using the Samsung Health Monitor app on your smartphone.
- Blood Oxygen Monitor: The watches can measure your blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) level using a red LED and infrared light. You can also track your blood oxygen trends over time using the Samsung Health app on your smartphone.
- Heart Rate Monitor: The watches can measure your heart rate using a green LED and photodiode. You can also set alerts for high or low heart rate and check your heart rate zones during workouts using the Samsung Health app on your smartphone.
- Sleep Tracker: The watches can track your sleep quality and duration using an accelerometer and a gyroscope. You can also get insights and tips to improve your sleep habits using the Samsung Health app on your smartphone.
- Stress Tracker: The watches can measure your stress level using a heart rate variability (HRV) algorithm. You can also get guided breathing exercises to calm yourself down using the Samsung Health app on your smartphone.
- Body Composition Analysis: The watches can measure your body fat percentage, muscle mass, body water percentage, bone mass, basal metabolic rate (BMR), and body mass index (BMI) using a bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) sensor. This feature can help you track your fitness goals and health status more accurately.
- Fall Detection: The watches can detect if you fall down and send an SOS message to your emergency contacts with your location. You can also manually trigger this feature by pressing the home button three times.
- Gesture Control: The watches can recognize some hand gestures that can be used to control the watch without touching it. For example, you can clench your fist to answer a call, shake your hand to reject a call, or rotate your wrist to mute an alarm.
The Galaxy Watch 6 series also supports over 100 workout modes, including running, cycling, swimming, yoga, golf, and more. You can also customize your own workout modes and set goals and targets for each activity. The watches also have an auto-detection feature that can automatically recognize and record some of the common workouts.
The Galaxy Watch 6 series also has some smart features that can enhance your daily life. Some of these features are:
- SmartThings: The watches can connect to various smart devices in your home or office using the SmartThings app on your smartphone. You can control them with voice commands or gestures using the watch.
- Bixby: The watches have a built-in voice assistant that can help you perform various tasks such as making calls, sending messages, setting reminders, checking weather, playing music, and more.
- Samsung Pay: The watches have a built-in NFC chip that can be used to make contactless payments using Samsung Pay. You can also use MST (Magnetic Secure Transmission) technology to make payments at terminals that do not support NFC.
- Spotify: The watches have a dedicated Spotify app that lets you stream music from Spotify without using your smartphone. You can also download songs and playlists for offline listening using the watch’s storage.
- YouTube Music: The watches have a dedicated YouTube Music app that lets you stream music from YouTube Music without using your smartphone. You can also download songs and playlists for offline listening using the watch’s storage.
Pre-Booking Offers and Where to Buy
The Galaxy Watch 6 series is available for pre-booking in India from July 28 to August 5. If you pre-book the Galaxy Watch 6 or the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic during this period, you can avail some exciting offers from Samsung. These include:
- A cashback of Rs. 6,000 on HDFC Bank credit cards or debit cards (EMI transactions only).
- An upgrade bonus of Rs. 4,000 if you exchange your old smartwatch or fitness band for a new Galaxy Watch 6 or Galaxy Watch 6 Classic.
- A free wireless charger worth Rs. 1,999 if you pre-book online on Samsung.com or Amazon.in.
You can pre-book the Galaxy Watch 6 or the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic in India from various online and offline platforms. These include:
- Samsung.com
- Amazon.in
- Flipkart.com
- Reliance Digital
- Croma
- Vijay Sales
- Poorvika Mobiles
- Sangeetha Mobiles
- Samsung Smart Cafes
- Samsung Exclusive Stores
The Galaxy Watch 6 series will be available for purchase in India from August 6 onwards.
Conclusion
The Galaxy Watch 6 series is a great choice for anyone who is looking for a smartwatch that can do more than just tell time. It offers a stunning design, a brilliant display, a powerful performance, a long battery life, and a plethora of health and fitness features. It also runs on Wear OS with One UI, which gives it access to more apps and services than before.
The Galaxy Watch 6 series is suitable for both casual and classic watch lovers, as it comes in two variants: the Galaxy Watch 6 and the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. You can choose the one that suits your style and preference.
The Galaxy Watch 6 series is also priced reasonably, considering the features and benefits it offers. You can also avail some attractive offers if you pre-book the watch before August 5.
So, what are you waiting for? Pre-book your Galaxy Watch 6 or Galaxy Watch 6 Classic today and enjoy the best of both worlds: Google and Samsung.
