#Sony Smartwatch 3

The Sony Smartwatch 3 is the company's first Android Wear-powered smartwatch. With a water-resistant body and Google's wearable OS to boot, could it be the next wearable gear you'll need? Design and construction The Smartwatch 3 presents itself with a straightforward design that leans more on the sporty and active side. OS, UI, and Apps The Smartwatch 3 is powered by a stock version of Android Wear which is aesthetically pleasing and easy to use and navigate. There are a few apps pre-installed such as Google Fit, Google Play Music, and Sony's own music app where tracks can be synced and played straight on the device as long as there is a connected bluetooth audio gear. Compatibility may also be an issue as the smartwatch has exclusive apps only available on Sony Xperia smartphones -- there's Lifelog. a health-based app documenting your journey with the watch, and the company's own music app that lets you sync playlists flawlessly into your wearable and comes pre-installed in the smartwatch. Connectivity and Battery Life When not paired and connected to a smartphone, the Smartwatch 3 can last up to a full day of just time telling while medium uto heavy use consisting of Bluetooth music listening, and other application while connected to the main device would render at an average of 6-8hours. Read more in our articles including "Sony Smartwatch 3 Quick Review" and "Sony Smartwatch 3 and Smartband Talk unveiled".