I’m trying to scrape together enough funds for a WearOS or generic smartwatch that doesn’t rely on the old Galaxy Store. But if I end up needing to use my Galaxy Active 2 after 2025, I’m stuck when it comes to watch faces, since it deletes all the old ones when pairing to a new phone.
Sounds like you might need to upgrade soon…
Emory said:
Sounds like you might need to upgrade soon…
For sure. I’d rather make the decision on my own terms and still be able to use this watch if needed later.
The Atlas is on sale right now, 45% off at Mobvoi. Plus you can get 5% off for first-time buyers, another 3% if you sign up for their newsletter, and another 2% if you’re logged in to your account. Free shipping included too. The Atlas is a military-grade Wear OS watch with 120+ exercise modes and tons of sensors. It has a crystal sapphire screen to prevent scratches during extreme activities like rock climbing. It connects to five GPS systems, has 4GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, dual-screen technology, and a massive 628mAh battery, making it the current battery champ among Wear OS watches. If you’re looking for a new watch, this might be it.
@Poe
LOL. So, what are you going to do after day 3 in the jungle or arctic? Throw the dead Atlas at the polar bear? At least with Garmin, Coros, Polar, or Suunto, you’d still be going strong a week later (especially with Garmin’s offline navigation).
@Emory
Bro, if you’re hunting polar bears with your bare hands, you need the Atlas! But seriously, the Atlas will last for weeks in essential mode. That’s why it competes with Garmin. Not saying Garmin’s bad, they’re great, but as far as Wear OS watches go, the Atlas is as close as you can get to a Garmin.
@Poe
Not really. Most Garmins last a week at a minimum and that’s with full functionality. The bigger outdoor models you mentioned last 10 days to 3 weeks, and the MIP models last even longer. When it comes to outdoor adventures, Garmin, Suunto, Coros, and Polar are the real options. Amazfit T-Rex and Huawei Ultimate are a bit of an outlier.
@Emory
The Atlas lasts 90 hours in normal mode, 45 days in essential mode. Very few smartwatches on Earth can match the Atlas, except for watches that cost $700-$1200. Garmins are great watches, but they don’t have third-party app support or the huge variety of watch faces that Wear OS watches offer. The Atlas has it all, plus a military-grade build, and it’s the current battery king with its massive 628mAh battery! Garmins last longer in normal mode, but they don’t have the same digital power as the Atlas. If you just want a basic watch, a $25 hybrid might last longer than a Garmin. But I need more from my watch, and that’s why I got the Atlas.
@Poe
It may have passed military-grade testing, but it only has 5 ATM water resistance. What happens when you’re doing high-speed water activities like white-water rafting or surfing? It rules out a lot of extreme outdoor activities. In my opinion, it doesn’t meet rugged outdoor standards. The T-Rex 3 is a better choice; it’s more durable and offers between 13 to 28 days of battery life, depending on settings. It’s much closer to competing with the Fenix than the Atlas.
@Emory
The Atlas can last 45 days in essential mode. This is getting long now. Are we seriously comparing $25 hybrids to $800 Garmin watches? The Atlas offers power, efficiency, durability, and stamina. It’s the perfect balance. You can’t beat that, especially at the price it’s going for.
@Poe
The Atlas is the perfect balance between power, efficiency, durability, and stamina. That’s true for your needs, but doesn’t come close to mine. I don’t need all the smart features. It’s not even that durable. You’re right about the power, but the efficiency drops in essential mode, and that hurts its functionality. For the price, I’d rather go with the Garmin Instinct 2 Solar. It gives you more functionality and potential unlimited battery life.
@Emory
Nah, you’re missing the point. The Instinct 2 Solar is ugly, and it’s still more expensive than the Atlas. Plus, it can’t do half the cool stuff my Atlas can, like controlling my robots. Garmin can’t compete with that at twice the price. But hey, at least you can dive off a waterfall with it.
@Poe
Actually, the Fenix 8 can make phone calls, so you might want to know your facts before trash-talking it. It also has a built-in voice assistant, though it’s pretty basic. It can also use your phone’s voice assistant. And it can do some things the Atlas can’t, like certain outdoor sports functions. So, let’s stop comparing hybrids and get back to discussing actual features. Garmin has a lot more to offer in terms of outdoor functionality.