Thank you so much for making this review. It's hard to find reviews for tech by women (men are great don't get me wrong). But for things like this, I need to know about how it feels on a smaller wrist. And how pretty it looks IRL. I want the rose gold and wanted to see how it looked in real time.
+Areli Z Great smart watch. Love it!!!!!! It immediately became part of my family life and recommend it any chance I get. And it gets better with each update : Click Here: plus.google.com/105393066441929205118/posts/CSgnShHnjir
First off. I love your videos. Its nice to see that at least a few people take the time to construct review pages that take overall usability and spec information rather than reviews that are very obviously favorable to certain brand names due to the numbers that were written in the lines of a check. Great vids, keep it up :)
dear lisa, you are awesome!!! thank you so much for listening to my request for the rose gold!!! -- say you did even if you didnt :P is this just me? how come this rose gold looks so much more orangy (i am obviously comparing to the iphone)? or is this how rose suppose to look?
First i'd like to say, as always, great review Lisa. Keep up the good work. For those unsure of a reason to purchase a smartwatch, i'll tell you why. I work in retail, and there isnt a day that someone comes in with a broken screen, stolen phone, phone fell in water while fishing etc. Think about it, if you have your phone secure in your pocket, purse, and you receive a text, email, phone call, facebook noticfication , your watch will ring or vibrate or both. If its important you can reply with your smartwatch, or take out your phone and type away. If not, continue doing what you were doing. My point is the a big reason for cracked screens, is taking your phone in and out of your pocket or purse. I own the Samsung gear S, and the Note edge, which is a large phone. My Gear S has 3g capabilities which allows me to leave my phone at home while I take short trips, while still receiving texts, emails, phone calls etc. I also have 400 mp3s loaded on my watch so while i'm out and about I can listen to music using my bluetooth headphones, or stream Samsungs milk music. Of course all this depends on your budget and needs, but for me, I go home after and 9 hour shift with 75 percent battery life on my phone because im not contantly taking my phone out. Just my 3 cents. "Love is in need of Love"
Hi Lisa - Awesome review!! I have a question. Can you please tell me if the upcoming Moto 360 sport(i.e. the gps version) can automatically sync the time with any given location(without the need for a smartphone) ? similar to other GPS HYBRID WAVECEPTOR watches like the Casio GShock GPW -1000 , Casio OCEANUS OCW-G1000, MRG-G1000 Atomic Solar hybrid etc. Thanks!
The evolution of smartwatches went in to completely wrong direction IMHO. I don't believe people ever dreamed about new phone accessory. I hope we gona see smartwatches as truly independent devices capable of completing phone tasks.
Great review Lisa, this is much better than the original moto 360. I had the original, it looked great and having quick access to notifications is great, but the battery life was horrible. Thanks
Ow, really good review! I returned my moto 360 1st, Im waiting for moto 360 sport, could you do a review as soon you get it? Just in case, Im thinking of get moto 360 2 42mm, however, as I return my old one because the battery was really bad, Im concerned about it, because 42mm has a smaller battery. What do you think about it? Please, give your tip. Thanks
Great video. Would've liked to see (at least one of) the men's sizes in the review, just to see the difference in the men's and women's version, as the designs are similar, but slightly different... Still great video though :)
Hi Lisa. you mentioned that the watch can still tell the time even when he its out of bluetooth range. how does he do it ? does the battery save the time until its over or something ? and if it is, so that actually means that after the first sync i can actually use it as a watch only even without the phone, am i right ?
The ambient light sensor is there as a by product of the unused space. The reason the flat tire exists because that's where the display drivers are so the watch can have very thin bezels.
Great video. I wanted the women's model but since there is no all black option. I went with the men's model. I would have loved a smaller band as this does feel clunky
Such a prefect review. I never purchase electronic items until I see what you have to say about them. If you give it a thumbs up, I'm good. Thanks so much for providing such awesome reviews. God bless you.
@MobileTechReview awesome review as always Lisa. I bet you were/are tickled pink about an actual woman's Smart Watch? In the past we spoke of a woman version of a Smart Watch on your ASUS Zen Smart Watch video & well it came into fruition. Nice touch for the ladies, Im more into the Gear S & ASUS Zen Smart Watch myself though.👍
hi Lisa can you please answer the one question I need answered about the Motorola 360 second generation Smartwatch because you did not answer this question in the video I just want to know if I purchased the Motorola 360 second generation Smartwatch will I be able to make phone calls directly from the watch without having to use my smartphone as a Bluetooth headset can someone please answer that feature I need to know how does this watch allow you to make and receive phone calls thank you!*
hello I am a guy so would this be ok for me I have a small wrist and thought about the gear s2 but that watch does not use android which I use also how hard it is to change the bands for this and where can u get apps at thank y
I wonder how long it took people to accept the wrist watch over the pocket watch? I really can't wait for fashion trends to start accepting new concepts like a digital bracer. The watch face is simply too small to be very useful to me. Just imagine a forearm iPhone that is set on the palm side.
+MobileTechReview Yes! Form and function will need to meet with the phone and watch paradigms shifting to the new technology. It will happen. The only question is when.
I really thought they'd get rid of the flat tire on the 2nd generation but other than that it looks great. I think I'll pick up a gen 1 now that the price will drop and see how much use I get out of it.
They look nice, but having to charge them every night is a deal breaker for me. I will wait until they are waterproof and battery last for at least a week, don't care if it has less features, time and notifications are most important to me.
+MobileTechReview lol, whenever you were talking about the "Okay Google" features, you kept activating it on my 1st Gen Moto360. Also, on that, I will be getting the second gen, I think, but after a year with the first gen, I can say, it really is an amazing device. Also, to anyone on the fence about getting a smart watch-- GO FOR IT. It seems silly to some, but I've gotten so used to having it, if I'm not wearing it, I feel naked. It really does make life easier. The one thing I WISH Moto would incorporate on these damn things is a speaker so you can take calls directly on the watch, like the Apple Watch and LG does. It's honestly kinda dumb that you can answer the call from your wrist, but still have to clamber for your phone. The only times it does work are in the car, when my phone is already connected to BT or when I reject the call-- looking at you, American Red Cross!
so far every single video review that I watch about this why no one talks about how you can receive phone calls and how you can make phone calls I mean that is basic information not everyone has had a smartwatch before this will be my very first one so I just need to know will I be able to make phone calls directly from the watch or will I need my cell phone for example will I be able to just call my sister and talk to her directly on the watch without ever touching my cell phone and without having to use a Bluetooth headset can someone please just answer this basic simple question I don't understand why no one includes this and that video review!*
Within 14 days, trying to decide between gear s2 vzw 3g and moto 360 2nd gen. Is there a way to make 360 background other than white? The gear s2, while watch *really, very*unattractive for me as a woman .... the crispness of the black background with white text is a huge positive! Obviously the $5 VZW phone feature another positive. But 360 looks much nicer and many more apps in Android wear. Google voice on 360 much better than s voice which almost NEVER responds with an appropriate answer. Help .... decisions!!!
I'm a guy and I spend 3 hrs a day caring about my fashion sense.I do this to look attractive (unlike some here, who could that be ?) and to avoid any wardrobe malfunctions. for those men's watches: small and thick does the trick ! I think women who wear man size watches tend to be more masculine.
I don't like these circle framed watches. The square ones like the the apple watch the first generation of GEAR watches and others are more futuristic and better to touch. if someone wants to get a fancy looking watch go traditional but everybody switching to the circle frame watches and none are really good looking. i hope apple stays with the square frame next year or ill have a the first apple watch until its to slow and wont work.
I still don't see a need to spend money on these smartwatches. (If anybody has a good article about the pros and cons of owning these things please link and it would be appreciated)
+Experiment Eks If you like to stay connected to the world around you... if you are even an average user of a smartphone, I can promise you from over a year of using one that I'll NEVER go back! Personal experience speaks volumes more than an article where someone used one for a week. I can promise, if you're even having thoughts about one, you'll love having one. If you just want one to have it... that's up to you. I can say, however, that it's SUPER annoying the number of people who ask me about "them fancy new phones for your wrist, huh? I thought about getting one of them... please, give me a full review right now, so I don't have to actually research it, even though I'm never ACTUALLY going to buy one." Really, that's the ONLY downside I've noticed. LOVE my Moto360!
Tanner Young was fiddling with an Asus Zenwatch at the store. Where I'm from, not many people have used a smartwatch and I can't rent one for a short time to get the feel and experience. So I'd like to read about it first before I'd spend money to buy one. So far, most articles I've come across just talk about specs of smartwatches but not really focusing on benefits.
That's kinda why I said from personal experience, I can tell you, I can't imagine going back to not having one. I feel like that's better than reading a review of specs... strange...
I know nothing beats personal experience but I have no means of testing any smartwatch unless I buy one so I want to read the pros and cons before I part away with my cash and try it out for myself. I was hoping I could read articles focusing on their practical uses especially when it comes health and fitness but what I'm seeing are mostly tech specs of these watches and only very little of the practicalities of owning one.
+Didier Molar I HATE thick watches, but I've used a 1st Gen Moto360 for a year, and I hardly even notice it. Granted, I'm a big guy and have big hands, wrists, etc, but it REALLY isn't as bad on the wrist as it is off. And it looks WAYYYY thicker on video than it does in person.
lisa u are so intelligent and you talk so well
Thank you so much for making this review. It's hard to find reviews for tech by women (men are great don't get me wrong). But for things like this, I need to know about how it feels on a smaller wrist. And how pretty it looks IRL. I want the rose gold and wanted to see how it looked in real time.
me too (: i tried it in store and it is beautiful!
+Areli Z Great smart watch. Love it!!!!!! It immediately became part of my family life and recommend it any chance I get. And it gets better with each update : Click Here: plus.google.com/105393066441929205118/posts/CSgnShHnjir
First off. I love your videos. Its nice to see that at least a few people take the time to construct review pages that take overall usability and spec information rather than reviews that are very obviously favorable to certain brand names due to the numbers that were written in the lines of a check. Great vids, keep it up :)
I always love watching your videos! Keeps my interest for the extent of the in-depth review.
dear lisa, you are awesome!!! thank you so much for listening to my request for the rose gold!!! -- say you did even if you didnt :P is this just me? how come this rose gold looks so much more orangy (i am obviously comparing to the iphone)? or is this how rose suppose to look?
+Yan Luo I think many of us ladies are excited for the rose gold. And yes, rose gold seems to be wildly open to interpretation these days!
hm, first gen...
Motorola Moto 360 - Light Metal,only $119.99, you SAVE $79.01 (40%)>>www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OBHEQDK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00OBHEQDK&linkCode=as2&tag=httpwwwechipk-20&linkId=50a8735ab7f6ecf444cb4c7a3bd3a2e7
Lisa, your reviews on tech are hands down the best on the net!
Great watch review! What kind of Fossil watch is that all the way on the right at 3:05?
Great video. Loved every minute of it.
You are an awesome reviewer, Lisa! *subscribed* I'm thinking of getting this very soon. Def a step up from my og LG G Watch loll :)
Thanks for this review, it was great! I'm glad you showed some of the applications too!
Wow, professional lighting in the videos now. Improvement.
Fantastic review as always. Thanks Lisa.
I really like your reviews. I just wish sometimes you do outdoor ones.
The best review, very good content, I'm very happy seeing your reviews.
Was listening via my Bluetooth speaker. Your "OK Google" voice from the video triggered my phone's Google Now. Thrice. Lol.
mine too
Will you be reviewing the gear s2
15 minutes of Moto 360 (2015) goodness. I'm totally going to get the 42 mm mens version but it's sold out at the moment here in Germany
Isn't the ZenWatch 2 also available in a smaller Womens size watch?? Also any plans to review the ZenWatch 2?
First i'd like to say, as always, great review Lisa. Keep up the good work. For those unsure of a reason to purchase a smartwatch, i'll tell you why. I work in retail, and there isnt a day that someone comes in with a broken screen, stolen phone, phone fell in water while fishing etc. Think about it, if you have your phone secure in your pocket, purse, and you receive a text, email, phone call, facebook noticfication , your watch will ring or vibrate or both. If its important you can reply with your smartwatch, or take out your phone and type away. If not, continue doing what you were doing. My point is the a big reason for cracked screens, is taking your phone in and out of your pocket or purse.
I own the Samsung gear S, and the Note edge, which is a large phone. My Gear S has 3g capabilities which allows me to leave my phone at home while I take short trips, while still receiving texts, emails, phone calls etc. I also have 400 mp3s loaded on my watch so while i'm out and about I can listen to music using my bluetooth headphones, or stream Samsungs milk music.
Of course all this depends on your budget and needs, but for me, I go home after and 9 hour shift with 75 percent battery life on my phone because im not contantly taking my phone out. Just my 3 cents.
"Love is in need of Love"
FANTASTIC review, thank you!!
Excellent review. Very insightful. Lisa really knows her tech. there's no doubts there. Wish Motorola used an AMOLED though.
Excellent review as always!!
excellent review, thanks!! I would love to hear you as a guest on TWIT podcasts
this is a great review! you're awesome Lisa! I'm considering to "gift" this to my fiancee. 😄
Yes I wanted a review on this watch thx lisa
Which 3rd party metal band is that on the 38mm Apple Watch??
Hi Lisa - Awesome review!! I have a question. Can you please tell me if the upcoming Moto 360 sport(i.e. the gps version) can automatically sync the time with any given location(without the need for a smartphone) ? similar to other GPS HYBRID WAVECEPTOR watches like the Casio GShock GPW -1000 , Casio OCEANUS OCW-G1000, MRG-G1000 Atomic Solar hybrid etc.
Thanks!
What is the brand of that 3rd party apple watch strap? And is it any good? I've seen a lot of junk ones. Great video!
The evolution of smartwatches went in to completely wrong direction IMHO. I don't believe people ever dreamed about new phone accessory. I hope we gona see smartwatches as truly independent devices capable of completing phone tasks.
i saw your review on amazon lol
great review. are you going to review the asus 2 zenwatch small version? thank you
Great review Lisa, this is much better than the original moto 360. I had the original, it looked great and having quick access to notifications is great, but the battery life was horrible. Thanks
So can i use any traditional watch band with this watch?
Ow, really good review! I returned my moto 360 1st, Im waiting for moto 360 sport, could you do a review as soon you get it? Just in case, Im thinking of get moto 360 2 42mm, however, as I return my old one because the battery was really bad, Im concerned about it, because 42mm has a smaller battery. What do you think about it? Please, give your tip. Thanks
Great video. Would've liked to see (at least one of) the men's sizes in the review, just to see the difference in the men's and women's version, as the designs are similar, but slightly different... Still great video though :)
so should i invest in the newer version or just get last year's model? i love the bigger size but it's very pricey.
Last year's version is cheaper but it is slower and has, comparatively, weaker battery life.
Hi Lisa. you mentioned that the watch can still tell the time even when he its out of bluetooth range. how does he do it ? does the battery save the time until its over or something ? and if it is, so that actually means that after the first sync i can actually use it as a watch only even without the phone, am i right ?
Great review as always. Just might replace my current Moto 360 with the new one.
So flat tire or ambient light sensor? Which wins?
How does the Moto 360 (2nd gen.) compare to the Gear s2?
every time she said "ok google" my phone was listening XD asking to retrain the command.
The ambient light sensor is there as a by product of the unused space. The reason the flat tire exists because that's where the display drivers are so the watch can have very thin bezels.
+sledhead722 Not so sure that's true anymore since the Hauwei watch is the same size with similar bezel sizes and it doesn't have a flat tire.
+MobileTechReview the Huawai doesn't have the really convenient ambient light sensor the Moto has embedded in that flat tire.
Great video. I wanted the women's model but since there is no all black option. I went with the men's model. I would have loved a smaller band as this does feel clunky
Pebble Round is very suitable for smaller wrists as well, isn't it?
man times have changed. I remember when reviewers held IPS in higher regard than AMOLED
Such a prefect review. I never purchase electronic items until I see what you have to say about them. If you give it a thumbs up, I'm good. Thanks so much for providing such awesome reviews. God bless you.
Hi i have a question. I want to know if any quick release bands the size of 16mm will work for this watch???
@MobileTechReview awesome review as always Lisa. I bet you were/are tickled pink about an actual woman's Smart Watch? In the past we spoke of a woman version of a Smart Watch on your ASUS Zen Smart Watch video & well it came into fruition. Nice touch for the ladies, Im more into the Gear S & ASUS Zen Smart Watch myself though.👍
can i sync or use my S health on my note 5 on this watch?
hi Lisa can you please answer the one question I need answered about the Motorola 360 second generation Smartwatch because you did not answer this question in the video I just want to know if I purchased the Motorola 360 second generation Smartwatch will I be able to make phone calls directly from the watch without having to use my smartphone as a Bluetooth headset can someone please answer that feature I need to know how does this watch allow you to make and receive phone calls thank you!*
what apple watch band is that?
Can you use a phones music play instead of Google Play Music?
hello I am a guy so would this be ok for me I have a small wrist and thought about the gear s2 but that watch does not use android which I use also how hard it is to change the bands for this and where can u get apps at thank y
Can you review the google pixel C??????Pleaseeeee
+Legendranger We will review the Pixel C tablet when it's available.
Thank you!!!!! You're an amazing reviewer!!!!!!!
she does the best reviews
thanks for the details
Can you please do a review of the new asus zenwatch 2?
Does it work with IOS?
I wonder how long it took people to accept the wrist watch over the pocket watch? I really can't wait for fashion trends to start accepting new concepts like a digital bracer. The watch face is simply too small to be very useful to me. Just imagine a forearm iPhone that is set on the palm side.
+Dave Willmore Sounds like the Mass Effect Omni Tool!
+MobileTechReview Yes! Form and function will need to meet with the phone and watch paradigms shifting to the new technology. It will happen. The only question is when.
have you checked out the Samsung gear S? that thing is quite large. like an actual screen.
+Dave Willmore There's always duct tape.
+Dave Willmore what did you say about my pocket watch.. and monocle... i want a spot of tea now :3
Does it wake u up?
I really thought they'd get rid of the flat tire on the 2nd generation but other than that it looks great.
I think I'll pick up a gen 1 now that the price will drop and see how much use I get out of it.
WTF is a flat tyre
Remote cam was already on Sony SW 1,2 and 3...
cant wait to watch the video. 0:00
That is a very nice and elegant watch.
The nicest looking smart watch by far,
Can we use power bank to charge Moto dock with USB cable?
I believe it is only wireless charging. Sorry.
Yes
so conclusion: based on your opinion, which smartwatch is worth to be bought? thanks :)
They look nice, but having to charge them every night is a deal breaker for me. I will wait until they are waterproof and battery last for at least a week, don't care if it has less features, time and notifications are most important to me.
F I N A L L Y some one builds a decent looking smart watch for us ladies
I'm excited for the Pebble Time Round. It's such a shame that the Time UI is so childish
+MobileTechReview lol, whenever you were talking about the "Okay Google" features, you kept activating it on my 1st Gen Moto360. Also, on that, I will be getting the second gen, I think, but after a year with the first gen, I can say, it really is an amazing device. Also, to anyone on the fence about getting a smart watch-- GO FOR IT. It seems silly to some, but I've gotten so used to having it, if I'm not wearing it, I feel naked. It really does make life easier.
The one thing I WISH Moto would incorporate on these damn things is a speaker so you can take calls directly on the watch, like the Apple Watch and LG does. It's honestly kinda dumb that you can answer the call from your wrist, but still have to clamber for your phone. The only times it does work are in the car, when my phone is already connected to BT or when I reject the call-- looking at you, American Red Cross!
The huawei watch is said to include one, which will hopefully solve that problem 😊😊
good job.
ines from Argentina
review Samsung Gear S2, please!
I have an I phone would I get calls and text through the watch
yes
why is it so expensive?
so far every single video review that I watch about this why no one talks about how you can receive phone calls and how you can make phone calls I mean that is basic information not everyone has had a smartwatch before this will be my very first one so I just need to know will I be able to make phone calls directly from the watch or will I need my cell phone for example will I be able to just call my sister and talk to her directly on the watch without ever touching my cell phone and without having to use a Bluetooth headset can someone please just answer this basic simple question I don't understand why no one includes this and that video review!*
Great video!
I like Lisa ! She's a pro .
thx lisa
I would trade my mom for her lol
About a week ago. Week ago.
Within 14 days, trying to decide between gear s2 vzw 3g and moto 360 2nd gen. Is there a way to make 360 background other than white? The gear s2, while watch *really, very*unattractive for me as a woman .... the crispness of the black background with white text is a huge positive! Obviously the $5 VZW phone feature another positive. But 360 looks much nicer and many more apps in Android wear. Google voice on 360 much better than s voice which almost NEVER responds with an appropriate answer. Help .... decisions!!!
I'm a guy and I spend 3 hrs a day caring about my fashion sense.I do this to look attractive (unlike some here, who could that be ?) and to avoid any wardrobe malfunctions. for those men's watches: small and thick does the trick ! I think women who wear man size watches tend to be more masculine.
I wish they used amoled.
Really dim screen but at least it isn't square.
I don't like these circle framed watches. The square ones like the the apple watch the first generation of GEAR watches and others are more futuristic and better to touch. if someone wants to get a fancy looking watch go traditional but everybody switching to the circle frame watches and none are really good looking. i hope apple stays with the square frame next year or ill have a the first apple watch until its to slow and wont work.
I still don't see a need to spend money on these smartwatches. (If anybody has a good article about the pros and cons of owning these things please link and it would be appreciated)
+Experiment Eks If you like to stay connected to the world around you... if you are even an average user of a smartphone, I can promise you from over a year of using one that I'll NEVER go back! Personal experience speaks volumes more than an article where someone used one for a week. I can promise, if you're even having thoughts about one, you'll love having one. If you just want one to have it... that's up to you. I can say, however, that it's SUPER annoying the number of people who ask me about "them fancy new phones for your wrist, huh? I thought about getting one of them... please, give me a full review right now, so I don't have to actually research it, even though I'm never ACTUALLY going to buy one." Really, that's the ONLY downside I've noticed. LOVE my Moto360!
Tanner Young
was fiddling with an Asus Zenwatch at the store. Where I'm from, not many people have used a smartwatch and I can't rent one for a short time to get the feel and experience. So I'd like to read about it first before I'd spend money to buy one. So far, most articles I've come across just talk about specs of smartwatches but not really focusing on benefits.
That's kinda why I said from personal experience, I can tell you, I can't imagine going back to not having one. I feel like that's better than reading a review of specs...
strange...
I know nothing beats personal experience but I have no means of testing any smartwatch unless I buy one so I want to read the pros and cons before I part away with my cash and try it out for myself. I was hoping I could read articles focusing on their practical uses especially when it comes health and fitness but what I'm seeing are mostly tech specs of these watches and only very little of the practicalities of owning one.
...
quá đẹp
apple watch look like shit compared to this
under 720p club!
Watching this again my god the pebble is an ugly watch it looks like a kids $10 one. I wouldn't be caught dead with that on my wrist
your a girl who loves tech my mum not that good at tech but i am
still too thick IMO
+Didier Molar I HATE thick watches, but I've used a 1st Gen Moto360 for a year, and I hardly even notice it. Granted, I'm a big guy and have big hands, wrists, etc, but it REALLY isn't as bad on the wrist as it is off. And it looks WAYYYY thicker on video than it does in person.
Tanner Young I see, good to know but I am still not sold out to smart watches, however the best looking so far IMO is the Samsung gear s 2 classic
i have this watch and you have to have the phone and the watch close togther at all times
still gendering watches in 2k15 smh
aLOOF gOALS 😭😭😭
every time she said "ok google" my phone was listening XD asking to retrain the command.