Motorola sports watch review

January 16, 2020

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During the presentation of the new model of smart health connected watch from the Motorola brand, it showed its willingness to make this watch, a smarwatch perfectly suited to the needs of athletes. Thus, the Moto 360 Sport has a whole audience to seduce with its many features adapted to everyday life as to the lifestyle of an athlete. We have tested the Moto 360 Sport smart health connected watch for you, so follow the guide…

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Mark : MotorolaCategory : smart health connected watchLog in : BluetoothCompatibility : Android and iOSPrice : from 245 eurosAvailability : AvailableTested with : Sony XPeria Z5

Unboxing of the Moto 360 Sport

The Moto 360 Sport is presented in a nice little box, which is reminiscent of displays of classic watches, like in a case. The watch is highlighted because it can be seen through the top of the packaging, made of transparent plastic. The watch itself and the accessories are presented separately on two levels.

On the first level, we find the watch which is held in place on a transparent display. At the second level, we find all necessary accessories to operate the Moto 360 Sport: a charging base and his power cable, and a User Manual.

As a whole, the box remains fairly classic and uses simple materials like plastic and cardboard.

Design and ergonomics of the Moto 360 Sport

At first glance, the watch seems rather intended for men because the dial and the bracelet remain very massive for a woman's thinner wrist. The bracelet is composed of latex plastic and the clasp is classic, so easy to put on the wrist. The Moto 360 Sport remains above all a watch intended for athletes and this is reflected in the general design which includes all the characteristics of resistant watches using less noble materials like plastic.

The Moto 360 Sport presents a single control button on the right side of the dial, otherwise the entire the watch screen is touchscreen, which allows easily navigate through features and applications proposed. What is very appreciable in the design of this smart health connected watch are the many interchangeable dials. They allow the user to be able to change according to their tastes or their needs. However, the watch is quite thick and therefore heavy to wear, and it heats up when running on the wrist. It can quickly become uncomfortable for its user.

The charging base of the watch is very interesting since it works without contact. Just put the watch on it to start charging. This has a double advantage: that of not damaging your watch or its screen during charging (in fact, with the bracelet it would be wobbly once charged), but also have a fairly elegant display. Thus, the user can continue to see the notifications of the smart health connected watch even when it is charged.

Application of the Moto 360 Sport watch

The smart health connected watch Moto 360 Sport is compatible with the generic Android Wear app, which makes it easy to use because it works with a number of smart health connected objects other than Motorola devices. The operation of synchronization is quite simple, just activate the Bluetooth on your smartphone, then the application searches for the watch you need to select. The synchronization and updates start automatically. It takes about five minutes, but after doing this a number of apps on your smartphone, your phone book and your calendar can be viewed directly on the watch screen.

Using the Moto 360 Sport

The use of Moto 360 Sport allows a large number of actions, its functioning can be divided on three levels: one which functions as a extension of your smartphone, a second that finds its use when one is traveling or traveling and a third that works like a real sports coach for everyday life.

Moto 360 Sport is an extension of your smartphone

This very practical interface of the watch allows you to manage a large part of your phone through the smart health connected watch. Thus, it warns you of incoming calls, voice messages but also his agenda and we have access to all his repertoire. The Moto 360 Sport has a small microphone, which allows order Google to search the net but most of allsend SMS without having to write… Function more than practical in the middle of winter when wearing gloves. The watch vibrates when you receive a call, useful if you’re not nearby.

Generally speaking, Moto 360 Sport can really be used as an extension of your own phone. You can still do many actions without having to take out your phone, unlock it, take off your gloves, … This “hands-free” function will be particularly suitable for professionals in a hurry and often on the go.

A sports coach everywhere with you

If you want to resume a light or more intense activity, we can say that the Moto 360 Sport is made for you. It has an activity tracking mode that is almost completely customizable … Indeed, you can choose your daily step number goals, from distance or from calories burned, … and if you are afraid of not having sufficient motivation, you can activate the activity reminders. However, measuring your heart rate requires the download of another application, which could put off some users who are looking for a complete and efficient sports coach in their smart health connected watch.

The Moto 360 Sport has an interesting feature. Indeed, it is possible touse without your smartphone next to follow your health during a jogging or a race for example. So, for users who want to use it for sports use without appearing addicted to the phone, this may be an excellent compromise.

Moto 360 Sport can be transformed into a travel companion

These features are fewer in number than those for managing your smartphone or those adapted for athletes, but are just as useful if you are a globetrotter at heart. First, the application Google Maps, which is no longer shown, is also available on your watch screen, which is very practical for short journeys on foot or for bikers who want to follow their route with an eye. The watch also presents an application of translation that works with the microphone. So if you want to communicate with locals without a command of the language, the Moto 360 Sport can act as an interpreter. Select the language to translate and the conversion is done automatically.

The limits and advantages of Moto 360 Sport applications

Even if in general, the Moto 360 Sport finds its usefulness in many situations, one cannot help but note some weaknesses. First of all it is not waterproof, which all the same unfortunate for a watch intended for the sportsmen. So even if Motorola announces in its manual that it is resistant to splashes and sweat, the brand still advises to dry it carefully. A remark that contradicts their following claim, that the Moto 360 withstand a meter deep in fresh water for 30 minutes. When in doubt, we did not dare to try (the thing still costs almost € 300). If you feel like an adventurer, do not hesitate to tell us the results of your experience!

On the other hand, the Moto 360 Sport offers a Flashlight app that is much more of a gadget than a real extra flashlight. One can only be disappointed when one realizes that the flashlight is in fact only the screen of the watch illuminated in white …

A feature finally caught our attention, since it has the merit of being useful in many situations. It's about the functionality that allows you to find your phone remotely. If you can no longer get your hands on your smartphone, simply select on the Moto 360 Sport “Find phone”, and the magic happens! Your phone that was tucked under the sofa rings to call you …

Moto 360 Sport facing the competition

The The smart health connected watch market has been booming for a few years due to its increasing democratization. The giant Motorola has to deal with several prestigious brands which also have a good reputation with consumers, such as the brand Fossil or Huawei, which have already launched their own models of smart health connected watches. But by developing small details, this is how the Moto 360 Sport will be able to fare well. For example, the Fossil smart health connected watch does not have a touch screen, just like watches Pebble Time. The presence of a touch screen allows a greater combination of movements during use and this becomes more intuitive.

But what makes itMoto 360 Sport’s major advantage is its value for money. Indeed, given the number of features it offers, it remains one of the most competitive … However, this attractive price is necessarily linked to the materials used. Those of the Moto 360 Sport are much less classy than for Fossil watches for example … This difference could put off a certain number of buyers who are looking for a versatile watch to wear every day. It’s a shame since the Moto 360 Sport is very versatile.

Conclusion

Good points

  • Good autonomy

  • Easy to use interface

Negative points

  • A bit expensive

  • Not very aesthetic design

Design and ergonomics – 3
Application – 4
Features – 3
Use – 5
Value for money – 3

3.6

 

Design and ergonomics: A slightly heavy watch and inexpensive materials remind us that it is a sports watch, why should this be fatal?Application: Very easy to use and quick.Features: Lots of possibilities but which sometimes fall under the gadget unfortunately.Use: Very intuitive thanks to the touch screen, but requires some time to tame it.Value for money: Still remains one of the cheapest on the market in view of all its features, despite its high price.

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