Making major changes can take time. Take smartphones for example. There was a time when people hesitated from using a 5-inch screen smartphone, but today any phone with a screen smaller than 6.5 inches feels tiny. Smartwatches have followed a similar trend. Are smartwatches worth buying? Do you really need them? These are the kind of questions people have always asked. However, things times have changed. More and more people are buying smartwatches. A report from IDC (International Data Corporation) says smartwatches are quickly replacing traditional watches, with almost 4.3 million pieces shipped between July to September 2021. This shows a growing acceptance of smartwatches in India. If you still don’t own a smartwatch, you are probably missing out.
Smartwatches have always been associated with athletes, but you don’t need to be one to be using them. Smartwatches can track your fitness even when you are carrying out your daily chores. They come with sensors that track your every moment and footstep to give you a detailed fitness report. So, whether you are cleaning your home, doing the laundry, or moving from one room, every step counts.
Working remotely has put many of us out of shape and a smartwatch may be just the motivation one needs to get back on track. It can accurately track push-ups, squats, and rope jumping, simple exercises that you can perform even at home. These watches can also act as your trainer. They let you create fitness goals so you can stay focused and achieve a healthy lifestyle. Subscription services such as Apple Fitness Plus can be used to collect data from your Apple Watch and even suggest personalised exercises. You’ll also find tons of fitness apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store that offer free workout instructions.
These watches aren’t just about exercise. Some models also come with ECG and SpO2 sensors that can give deeper insights into your health. You can also find models with fall detection, a feature that automatically informs emergency contacts upon detecting a fall. This feature can be useful for patients or elderly users. Smartwatches can also remind you to take deep breaths, regularly drink water and even take small walks when you are idling too much. A good nap is also equally important for good health, and smartwatches can help you track that too. Most new models come with sleep sensors that track light, deep and REM sleep. Higher-end models can also track any moments you are awake, along with movements you may make when you’re asleep.
Smartwatches also make communication a lot easier. You can use them to view notifications, read and reply to texts and even answer calls straight from your wrist. This means you can silently go through notifications during a meeting or a presentation without disturbing others. Models with LTE capabilities let you make calls even when your phone is off or away. Higher-end devices like Apple Watches come with features like Walkie Talkie that can be really fun to use. It lets you talk to your friends and family using Apple Watches just by pushing a button.
Smartwatches let you remotely control smart home devices such as lights, air conditioners, air purifiers, TVs all from your wrist. This tech may look straight out of a James Bond movie and can be cool to use when you want to show off. Regardless, they are useful features. Some smartwatches even come with a built-in voice assistant. This means you can use voice commands to get answers, weather updates and even find restaurants near you. You can even control the music on your phone with smartwatches. Many models come with onboard storage, allowing you to locally save your music. This means you can connect your wireless earbuds and listen to music without bringing your phone. This is great when you’re on the move.
Driving while watching directions on a phone can be tricky and sometimes even dangerous. That’s where a smartwatch helps. Higher-end models support apps like Google Maps that offer turn-by-turn directions. This can make navigating through cities easy. These models often come with an in-built GPS that improves navigation accuracy. A smartwatch can also help you to find your misplaced smartphone. This can come in handy, especially if there is no one around to ring your phone. Some models also come with a built-in NFC, which allows you to make payments with just a tap.
A smartwatch can be a style statement too. Most models come with pre-loaded watch faces, and some even let you create your personalised ones. Smartwatches these days also come with interchangeable straps. You can try out different colours to match your style. You will also find models with leather and stainless-steel straps.
Though smartwatches add luxury to your lifestyle, you don’t necessarily need to spend an extravagant price. Brands like Amazfit, Boat, Fire Boltt, Realme and Noise offer feature-rich smartwatches at affordable prices. If you were never keen on using a smartwatch before, try on some entry-level models and upgrade in the future if needed. To have a hands-on experience of all the latest smartwatches across all prices and needs, feel free to visit your nearest Reliance Digital store. You can also go through our assortment online and have one delivered to your doorstep by ordering from www.reliancedigital.in.
