Gabe H Coud Posted October 20, 2022 Share Posted October 20, 2022 Sorry if a thread on this already could Mods please move if necessary.... I'm in the market for a smartwatch but I just don't quite really know what to buy?? Before anyone says just use Google and YouTube, well .... I have, for a good month or so now. And my brain has been overloaded with technical information and.... I still don't know what to buy! My parameters.... ????If it's square or rectangular it ain't going on my wrist, even if it's free. Circular only, non negotiable!????I don't really have a budget as I don't particularly want the most expensive one. I'm definitely not flash but don't want the cheapest either????I don't like anything Apple never have never will! I'm an Android boy????I'm not a runner or a big workout guy but I cycle and swim.????My passion is playing golf and would like to bring in some golf gps apps (but somewhat oddly I don't especially want to buy a dedicated Garmin golf watch).????I don't think I need to make/receive calls on it(LTE). I see that as a step too far at the moment (am I wrong?)????I'm unsure about Play store support. Concerned I might regret if I didn't have access to that I'm sure there are other factors to consider I was wondering whether anyone else has been through the same painful process as I'm going through and made a happy decision?! I would welcome any feedback thanks in advance Sent from my M2007J20CG using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post WorriedNoodle Posted October 20, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2022 I got one and mostly use it to see what the time is, but I notice that's not one of your requirements. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_smith237 Posted October 20, 2022 Share Posted October 20, 2022 Don’t want square. Don’t want Garmin. Don’t want to receive calls. Xiaomi Watch S1 Active (https://www.mi.com/global/product/xiaomi-watch-s1-active/) (note - I use apple so can’t offer first hand experiences of the Xiaomi watch - but have other Xiaomi products and have been happy with them). Other options: Suunto (various watches / prices). Google Pixel (maybe too expensive) That should get you started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe H Coud Posted October 20, 2022 Author Share Posted October 20, 2022 Thanks Richard, i have Xiaomi Poco X3 smartphone and im very happy with it I saw Suunto on a search last night and i like the brand Galaxy watch 5, any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe H Coud Posted October 20, 2022 Author Share Posted October 20, 2022 43 minutes ago, WorriedNoodle said: I got one and mostly use it to see what the time is, but I notice that's not one of your requirements. no, if i want to know the time I'll look at my smartphone! ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richsilver Posted October 20, 2022 Share Posted October 20, 2022 I bought the Galaxy watch 5 and I'm very happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe H Coud Posted October 20, 2022 Author Share Posted October 20, 2022 1 hour ago, richsilver said: I bought the Galaxy watch 5 and I'm very happy with it. which one and what price, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe H Coud Posted October 21, 2022 Author Share Posted October 21, 2022 Im slowly getting pulled in by Samsung... The only real alternative to the watch 4(or 5) are the various Mobvoi Tic watches, that is if you want full Play store access and support going forward. I'm told all rest don't/won't give that. Also many people saying the galaxy 5 is barely an upgrade on the 4 and to just buy 4 at less money??? What's the difference.... a 1000 baht? I wouldn't want to miss out on something for a 1000 baht Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe H Coud Posted October 26, 2022 Author Share Posted October 26, 2022 so i got a galaxy watch 4.....early days so still assessing it has anyone got this watch or similar and found a reliable fully functional golf gps app that works on the watch(usually linked with app on phone too)? preferably one thats free although i will pay up if its really good user experience im looking for real feedback here , i can see many articles stating which ones are 'available' i want to hear from golfers whove been on the course and used them TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJ2U Posted October 26, 2022 Share Posted October 26, 2022 On 10/20/2022 at 12:46 PM, Gabe H Coud said: Galaxy watch 5, any thoughts? Great Choice or the new Google watch coming out. I've got the Galaxy watch 4. I'm suprised how fast the 5 came out. I like the Galaxy watches as they integrate well with all my Samsung products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparktrader Posted October 26, 2022 Share Posted October 26, 2022 Get a mudmaster, waterproof, stop watch and tough. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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