Apple just announced their own version and take on what a smartwatch should be. While the Apple Watch is not the first one to feature such, it is a very compelling product to consider. This comparison will not talk about the operating system but it will tackle how the Apple Watch can stack against these three current Android Wear smartwatches from Samsung, LG, and Motorola. We would like to point out the Apple Watch works only on iOS, while Android Wear is for Android devices. Apple Watch vs Samsung Gear Live Not the first and only smartwatch under the famous Korean manufacturer (check out the other Samsung Gear watches here, here, and here) though it's their first Android Wear powered smartwatch. In terms of design, the Apple Watch and Gear Live closely resemble each other. The Apple Watch has a lot of options for the wristband and is instantly replaceable wherein the Gear Live has a standard 22mm band which is virtually compatible with any straps in the market. No words yet about the IP rating of the Apple Watch, but the Gear Live is rated at IP67 (water and dust resistant). Read more in our articles including "Apple Watch versus Android Wear watches" and "LG G Watch 2 might come next month".
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May 29, 2026Apple just announced their own version and take on what a smartwatch should be. While the Apple Watch is not the first one to feature such, it is a very compelling product to consider.
This comparison will not talk about the operating system but it will tackle how the Apple Watch can stack against these three current Android Wear smartwatches from Samsung, LG, and Motorola. We would like to point out the Apple Watch works only on iOS, while Android Wear is for Android devices. Apple Watch vs Samsung Gear Live Not the first and only smartwatch under the famous Korean manufacturer (check out the other Samsung Gear watches here, here, and here) though it's their first Android Wear powered smartwatch.
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