Fantastically executed Android Wear watch
356098
I love this watch. I had (still do) the Moto 360 Sport with Android Wear 1, and was significantly disappointed - much of my frustration was due to the execution of Wear 1, but I have a hard time separating the OS from the watch.

The Watch 2 Classic looks great. It's a really reasonable size in an age when many of the Android Wear watches are getting bigger and bigger. Huawei packed a ton of sensors and antennae into a nice-sized package. I'm a fan of the hybrid band. The rubber/leather band looks good and is very functional. No Flat Tire! The inclusion of Android Wear 2 makes this watch much more usable than Wear 1. Notifications are handled much better than before and the layout of screens and actions is much more intuitive. Finally, the watch is very snappy and has an excellent battery life. Most days I end with more than 50% battery life, which is spectacular compared to the Moto 360 Sport.

Highly recommended purchase if you looking for a classy watch with tons of functionality.
1524272
I posted a long, detailed review of&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/a-similar-version/dp/B014009O3O/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">a similar version</a>&nbsp;of this watch before, and the features and materials are very similar, so please also have a look at that review, too. (You'll find it posted on November 19, 2015. Amazon won't let me live-link to it from here, but you can get to it quickly this way: amazon dot com slash review slash R3SI03AFUZGDT.) This review will address the differences and improvements in this watch compared to that one.

First, the user interface for this SMARTER DZ09 watch is less Mickey Mouse-looking and more professional. The screens are easier to navigate and are written in better English. The instructions are also much better for English speakers.

On the inside, the SIM chip and SDHC card placements are the same as with the other watch (see photo of the interior). Everything I loved about the other watch is still here but the aggravations I had earlier are gone. This is the only non-leather watch strap I've been able to wear that doesn't irritate my skin and make me break out. The band is stiff, so I can wear it loosely, more like a bangle, without the watch face itself rotating around my wrist; it stays put on top.

Especially nice is that the battery life is longer with this watch; I found myself not wanting to wear the other one because it ran out of juice way too fast. This one lasts long enough to get through a work day for me, but I am not a heavy user of notifications.

I followed the advice of some other reviewers here and downloaded the FunDo SmartDevice app from the Google Play Store. This proved to be a lot better than the BT notifying app that I'd cursed with the other watch. I had no difficulty whatsoever pairing the watch. I'm still getting used to how the watch face is pulled up on this one, and I still wish that there was a way to keep the clock visible or access it with a flick of the wrist&mdash;like with the original Pebble watch. (Maybe there is, and I just haven't figured it out yet. Please comment if you know a trick.)

I have to say, too, that the customer support on this has been great. When I first received this watch, I removed the film affixed to it via a white label-tab but then there appeared to be a flaw in the upper lefthand corner of the watch face (see photos). I thought the screen had not been properly affixed and that maybe there was a way to fix it. Because I was given this watch in exchange for my honest review and didn't want to unfairly review it if there was an easy solution to the problem, I contacted the seller who told me it was probably a protective film. I didn't think it was because it was so solidly affixed to the watch except for that one place that there was no way I could pull it off. But after carefully sticking the tip of a pin underneath the bubbled part of the screen, then using tweezers to grasp that corner, I was able to pull off. It was, indeed, an extra layer of protective film&mdash;kudos for that&mdash;and the watch, of course, now looks great. I love the gorilla glass face, which is so strong and easy to keep clean.

I still wish that smart watches could be designed to use button batteries (like the Misfit and Withings Activite trackers do), but that would be yet another thing to have to stuff into the watch. Still, if you weren't having to carry around the watch's existing rechargeable battery, there would be plenty of room for the other type. I far prefer a watch with a 6-month battery life to one that has to be recharged frequently, even if it does involve me periodically having to change out the battery.
248370
I love Android watches and this one is just another really fun creation. The center piece really spins when you move your arm. It is not only a solidly built watch, but very unique. I own several Android watches and this will definitely be a favorite.
3767915
Love it! This is a great watch with a lot of features packed into a relatively thin body. The built in heart rate monitor works like a champ. The GPS connects almost instantly, much faster than my old Garmin Forerunner 110 running watch. I love the downloadable app feature. I have changed the watch face to GearMin and installed a number of widgets. The watch synced easily to my iPhone. Incoming phone calls and text messages display on the watch face as well as any other notification you would normally see on your phone. The Garmin connect app is a must. Downloading watch faces and other watch apps is much easier through the app. Plus, it has nice displays for all of the other activities.
206649
I received the watch about a month ago and have loved wearing it.

At first it was a challenge to adjust the titanium band.  My advice is to watch out when taking out the links that you don't misplace some very small tubular spacers that WILL come out when you remove the pins.

Everything works perfectly.  The time and date are easy to read.  The various modes are intuitive.  The watch is VERY functional.

Apparently casio solved the issue of making the watch smaller.  It fits perfectly and stylishly on my smaller than average wrist.  It looks like a normal, but very nice sports watch.  Thank goodness it doesn't look like a PDA strapped to your arm!  The discrete silver/black/grey finish matches my entire wardrobe.

I love that the watch is solar and will never run out of batteries in normal use.  I also like the way it will automatically synchronize with the atomic clock via radio signals without any prompting from me and it reports the time it last successfully did so.

The compass, barometer, and altimeter are great features to have, especially for the outdoorsman.  They seem to work well.  American wearers will need to figure out from the manual how to display the default metric units of meausure into feet, inches of mercury, etc.  But once you change the setting, you don't have to think about it.  Casio also made sure it's water resistant to 100M, which is an essential feature for a water-sports lover like me.

One thing I would like to have is the ability to have the light stay on as long as I hold the button.  Currently it will stay on for exactly 2 seconds per button press and then turn off.  However, there is an autolight feature that will turn it on momentarily when you raise your wrist to look at the watch (nifty).  Still, it would be nice to be able to use the watch as an mini flashlight of sorts when in a pinch (as I did occasionally with my previous watch) by holding down the light button.

Overall, this is my finest watch purchase yet and I can't think of any truly big negatives to mention.  My view of this watch is overwhelmingly positive.  I have really enjoyed wearing it so far.
571153
Good: Beautiful design, visually pleasing, not as "bulky or boxy" as other comparable models.  Easily pairs with my phone (android 6.0 Samsung galaxy J7).  100 meter range Anti lost feature (finds lost phone by triggering ringtone) and Bluetooth connect easily. Make / receive calls reliably.  Surprisingly loud speaker.  Battery lasts more than 24 hours.  Ability to mount TF/microsd  memory card up to 32gb and add sim card as standalone phone is big plus.  Easily, the most courteous and outstanding seller I have ever encountered.  The seller deserves their own 5 stars in addition to the watch.

Bad: Camera does not have video support.  No option for voice dial.  No Wi-Fi. Unsure if software can be upgraded to include these functions, but overall it really is a GREAT deal and well worth the price.  Would definitely recommend for android users.
1025259
I had been looking at this watch for a while, but kept hesitating to purchase it.  Then it sold out here on amazon, so I checked all around the internet, and nobody had this for sale.  Finally it came back in stock, I bought it instantly, and I'm so glad I did.

I was instantly intrigued by the design the first time I saw the hydramatic series on ShopNBC, and was taken in by the whole "machine" look.  The hydraumatic manages to be a futuristic robo-watch, a stylish accessory, and a well made time keeper all in one.  The watch was inspired by motorcycle suspension, and the whole design is so unique, people are quick to comment on it.  I bought the orange model (AD530BKRG), because it's my favorite color, and it just grabs your eye.  There is a reflective surface on the bottom of the dial, and a matte honeycomb overlay over it.  This makes such a cool effect when the light hits it.  The only downside with the orange version is that the little 24 hour numbers, date arrow, and seconds clock are kind of hard to see because there isn't very much contrast.

There are a few realistic expectations if you're thinking about buying a hydraumatic, which seem to be very consistant across reviews here on amazon, and over at ShopNBC.  My wrist is around 7-3/4" to 8", which leaves a small gap between the ends of the cuff when I wear it.  The watch does leave imprints in my wrist, but it's never uncomfortable, and certainly isn't affecting the blood circulation in my hand.  I actually find the watch very comfortable, and I really like how it "hugs" your wrist.  However, if your wrist is larger than 8" these hydraumatic watches may be too uncomfortable to wear, like some people have stated.

The watch is also very heavy, which I personally like, and the whole construction is just solid.  This heaviness may cause fatigue for some people, but should be bearable to most.  The black ion plating is quality, but can be scratched, leaving an unrepairable mark.  So far I haven't had any issues, but since I plan on wearing mine to work a lot, it's inevitable.

The watch is easy to set, but it took me a while to figure out the GMT function.  Telling time in other zones is a useless feature to me right now, so I use the GMT hand to tell military time.  The date window is kind of funky, and I've been having a hard time keeping it on the right day.  The instruction manual that came with this is not helpful at all, and tries to give only the most basic information on every type of Android watch.

In the end, I love this watch and plan to wear it all the time.  Even if I didn't wear it, I would still like to have it as a desktop clock (it stands up on its own), since the design is so appealing to me.  I've already recieved quite a few comments on it, and it's definitely a conversation piece.  I hope this review was helpful, and I will be posting some pictures soon.  I will definitely be buying more Android watches, and I also recommend buying from Crossover Timepieces here on amazon, especially when ShopNBC is sold out.
2876758
Had this watch for a little over a week now and it's been awesome. There might be other watches out there with more bells and whistles (e.g. gps), but the style of this watch more than makes up for it (I got the version with the stainless steel bracelet). I've gotten several comments on the watch while it was in ambient mode (suggestion: learn to pronounce Huawei so you can provide the brand name to people who ask). This watch gets WAY more style points than an Apple watch and is a much better statement piece.

Battery life: battery lasts throughout the day without a problem. 1.5 days of battery doesn't mean much to me since I'd be recharging every day anyway and this watch definitely gets you through the day, even using it relatively heavily. I'd suggest recharging every night unless you don't keep ambient mode on all the time in which case you might be able to recharge every other night.

Interface is very easy/intuitive. The swiping makes sense for the most part, and I like that dismissing a notification on the watch dismisses the notification on the phone so you don't have to do it again when you check your phone.

The watch faces it comes with are decent, but I liked some of the other options available for free in the Play Store. Personally I found Neo Watch Face to be useful for giving me the info I need (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.watch.richface.neo&hl=en).

Brightness: there's no ambient light sensor so you need to set it at a value that you're comfortable with in most situations. I have mine set to 2 (out of 5) and aside from very bright light outdoors, I don't have any issues. In fact, I forget that it shines so I'm surprised when I walk in to a dark room and it acts almost like a lit cell phone screen and has been useful for seeing in low light situations.

Size: the watch looks really good on my wrist. I'm an average sized male and the watch sits on my wrist quite well. Neither the thickness or diameter are obnoxious and are not so big that they get in the way and not so small that they go unnoticed - a really great balance.

I'd debated between this and the LG Watch Urbane and after seeing them in person decided this was the one to go for. So far I have not regretted the purchase.
1863114
Im not a fan of most hi-tech wrist gadgetry.  Cramming a computer into a smart phone is one thing, but shrinking it to watch-size in another.  For those who like a standard/traditional watch, but also want a hint of hi-tech, the FOSSIL Q GRANT may serve as the perfect middleman.

First of all, I see the FOSSIL Q GRANT as a timepiece with benefits.  The watch itself is trendy analog time keeper.  A stainless steel bezel and 44mm case with a brushed steel 22mm wristband, it looks like an upscale divers watch with its black face, roman numerals and 3 smaller dials that include a timer and 24 hour clock.  It is large, but not one of those audacious oversized divers watches that are the rage these days.  The watchband can be changed with any 22mm band if you want an appearance change-up.

The big benefit of this watch is that it subtly integrates smartwatch features without sacrificing the appeal of a traditional analog watch  if you want it to.  These features include an activity tracker (accounting for accumulated steps and calories burned) and color-coded LED notifications (email, messages, Facebook updates etc.) when paired via Bluetooth to an Android or iOS smartphone.  The watchs buckle is not metal, but grey plastic and while the watch looks like a divers watch, it can only handle water splashes, not submersion.  Along with the watch, you will receive a base-chargers (simply set the buckle on top of the designated charging circle), a USB cord and two documents (set up guide and warranty).  Depending on use, a fully-charged battery should last 5  7 days.

The Fossil iOS/Android phone application stores the calorie/step data and has a Q Curiosity function that offers quirky challenges to spark creative activity into your day (cute, but unnecessary for me).  The app is pretty basic and while it functions well on a rudimentary level, I hope Fossil fine-tunes the app with updates rather than letting it rot on the vine.  My smartwatch needs center more on the notifications rather than the fitness-tracker, I think this watch is a step in the right direction for those who like a the tech benefit without the gaudy digital look.

While I have only been using this watch for a short time, I have yet to experience any connectivity issues and the battery lasted 6 days when testing the notifications and fitness tracker.  For any troubleshooting issues (app function, notification connectivity, set up, etc.), you will need to consult the FAQ on the Fossil website  only an abbreviated set-up guide comes with the watch.

The FOSSIL Q GRANT is certainly a neat addition to my watch collection and it garners a lot of attention when the LED notification lights flash.  I like the classy look and overall feel of this watch  a nice, professional alternative to the gadget-like digital smartwatches.
4283970
Top of the line. .. one of the best watches I've ever seen
3569416
This is by far the best Android Wear watch out there. Battery life is amazing. Screen size and quality are perfect. Charges quickly. Works perfectly. My only recommendation would be to change around the charging piece. It is a little difficult to line up the charger with the back of the watch, especially in the dark. Sometimes I think it is charging but it isn't because of it not lining up perfectly.
1952435
I received this for free in return for a review yesterday. Over the last year, I've been following the development of smart phones from a consumer point of view, started with a U8, then a DZ09, and now this model (wish there was a model number). This watch comes with a magnetic USB charger, instructions, a sim/microsd slot tool, and of course the watch, packed into an attractive and sturdy embossed gold gift box. I hooked up the watch to the charger and let it sit for the recommended 2 hours, added a 16GB micro SD card (no sim yet, I need to activate one to test out the phone features, which I assume are similar to the DZ09). Like a lot of these sub-$100 smart watches, this one is a tad on the thick side, over half an inch thick, which I'm guessing is largely due to the battery. This one lasts about an hour longer than the DZ09, so it's probably more in the 300-375 mAh range.

The screen, in the meanwhile, is gorgeous, even the boot animation shows off its shape. It comes with four watch faces, which shy of the ferris wheel are kind of basic, it would be nice if you could edit the "desktop" and clock backgrounds (there are hack guides out there for the ROM, but I don't want to risk breaking the watch if I mess up).

One of my tests involves stress testing the watch, by playing a full size, full length movie. While a 700 MB DiVX file plays back fairly choppily, the fact that it's playing at all with a tiny amount of RAM that demonstrates the media capabilities of this watch. You can, once you use a video editing app to scale the videos down to around 320x240, they'll play back smoothly, and in theory, you can fill up an SD card with movies (though the battery won't let you watch more than one or two). The rounded screen has an additional retro effect with the usual 4:3 ratio as well.

The buttons make navigation easy, with the top right for off, bottom right for back, and the screen for the rest. The touch sensitive surface worked well, and I have relatively thick fingers. On the left, you have your sim/SD slot, which is cleverly designed so you can stack them on both sides before inserting them into the slot. Ejecting the caddy takes a little effort, which is a good thing, you don't want the thing popping out at random, so you want a little resistance.

I also tested out the pulse sensor. I've found that it bounces around a bit, and your best bet is to just sit with your hand in a neutral position.

The band is comfortable, a little stiff on one side, since the cellular phone antenna is molded into the rubber like material (negating any chance of replacing the watch band, unfortunately).

The instructions are clear and fairly easy to read. My only complaint there is a lack of technical information, such as RAM, ROM, battery type, CPU/speed, etc.

Overall, this is a pretty nice step in the evolution of smart watches. It's its own unique product, neither copying from the iWatch or expensive Android watches, which gives it points for me. The one cosmetic and functional issue is the thickness. It will fit under your sleeve, but will still stand out due to its clearance above your wrist. I think the coolness factor makes it stand out more, however, and wouldn't mind being seen wearing it, if anything as a conversation starter.
3809378
I didn't know if I was really going to use the smart-watch features, but thought I would give it a try. I am now addicted. It is so nice to see my messages and emails pop up on my wrist when I am driving or at work. I don't have pull out my phone to see how important it is. The voice activation "ok google" works fantastic. For $100 this is a great deal. I only wish they would make this same watch in a smaller size. I am a petite woman and it is a little big for my small wrist.
4112782
Yep love it.  Can't wait for Wear 2.0 to come out.  It will only get better. I like that it looks like my other timepieces and not another silly tech gadget.  I'm an adult and I've had several compliments from other adults.  Also with the current price point It's still gonna be obsolete in a few years but I'm ok with that.  I'd buy again.
380176
Wonderful product. I have been looking at this watch for some time and finally decided to purchase it and could not be happier with my desicion. Battery life has been great and lasted through the day. I have had only one day I did not make it through the day so far. Most days I end the day with 20-50 percent still in the battery. The design is amazing too, you can dress it up or down to allow for your mood or event. All in all, a perfect Android Wear watch it you are looking for one.
3742326
Pretty good Android Wear watch. I had the 1st generation Moto 360 and it started acting up on me, wanted to wait until the 3rd generation smart watches came out before spending $300+ on a new one. I got this one to fill the gap. Battery life is phenomenal compared to the Moto 360, I easily get two full days out of charge. Would like for there to be more color options for the watch band though. Would recommend as a great Android Wear watch to start with if your on the fence about getting one.
2255575
This is the real smartwatch! Hats off to the designers of this watch! Here are some of the features that really appealed to me -

> Compact size: 39.5 mm case diameter and 9.2 mm case thickness.
> Titanium case: Light weight
> Radio controlled for automatic time.
> Auto DST, calendar
> Allows manual time setting to a selection of 35 time zones around the world at the touch of a button. Frequent travelers will really appreciate this
> Solar powered: does not need battery replacement. Ambient light is sufficient to keep the battery fully charged.
> Battery saving mode: Second hand stops, display is off at night. All hands stop if watch is in the dark consecutively for 5 or more days.
> LED Light: Solar powered battery renders the LED light more usable. LED light function in regular watches drain off the battery quickly.