Motorola’s new mid-range wearable could be a worthy competitor for the Galaxy Fit 3
Motorola is expanding its mid-range smartwatch series with an even cheaper option: the Moto Watch 40.
The new wearable is almost identical to last year’s model, the Moto Watch 70, and has the same features. It is equipped with multiple sensors to track your sleep patterns and heart rate. There is even a pedometer on board. When it comes to heart rate monitoring, the MotoWatch 40 will monitor it 24 hours a day. Then this data is used to generate a graph that shows in detail how daily activities affect your heart. The information can be seen on the display of the smartwatch or in the Moto Watch Lite app Android and iOS. Speaking of software, the device can integrate with it Google Fitso you can send all your data to the platform and share it with other health-oriented apps.
Like the older wearable, the Moto Watch 40 has a 10-day battery life, although lifespan may vary depending on how often you use it. Charging the device is lightning fast as it takes about 25 minutes to get a full battery. Other notable features include Smart Notifications to receive messages from your favorite app, plus an IP67 resistance rating that ensures complete protection against dust and water splashes.
The only major difference between this and the previous generation is the screen. It has a rectangular 1.57-inch LCD screen, while the Watch 70 has a square 1.69-inch display. You can buy the Moto Watch 40 now for $64.99 in Phantom Black or Rose Gold on Motorola’s website.
Analysis: Battle of the mid-rangers
The launch of this wearable comes at an interesting time as information has very recently been leaked about Samsung’s future mid-range smartwatch: the Galaxy Fit 3. According to Android CentralThe device is expected to feature an impressive 1.6-inch AMOLED, a resistance rating of IP68, which means it can survive being submerged underwater, and a battery life of 13 days. It will certainly give the Moto Watch 40 a run for its money, but we think Motorola’s smartwatch has a good chance against it.
For starters, the Galaxy Fit 3 is more expensive at $99 each. Plus, it seems like people really like cheap smartwatches. As of this writing, the Moto Watch 70 is completely sold out on the company’s online store and retails for $80. Now we have a nearly identical device for an even lower price. Perhaps the Watch 40 will be an unexpected hit with consumers. Unless, of course, the Galaxy Fit 3 goes all out by offering a superior package that’s well worth the $100 price tag.
That said, if you’re in the market for a new wearable, check out Ny Breaking’s list of the best smartwatches for 2024.