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The video provides an in-depth review of the Skogen Foster Gen 6 smartwatch, highlighting its significant design and feature enhancements over its predecessor, the Skogen Foster 3 from 2020. Key features include the latest Snapdragon 4100 chip, a 1.28-inch touchscreen, 8GB of storage, and 1GB of RAM. Its minimalist Danish design, sleek metal mesh bracelet, and versatile strap replacement options are emphasized. Although reminiscent of the Fossil Gen 6, it stands out due to its design differences which affect the performance of components like the GPS and heart rate sensor.
The review points out that while the watch struggles with GPS accuracy in urban settings and has inconsistent heart rate monitoring during intense exercises compared to devices like the Polar H10, Apple Watch, Galaxy Watch, and Garmin models, it still maintains steady performance during regular use. The smartwatch currently runs on Wear OS 2, with a major update to Wear OS 3 on the horizon, promising enhanced features and app support.
Upgraded functionalities over the older model include offline Spotify, improved sleep tracking, Google Pay, Google Assistant, and customizable buttons. However, the watch's limited storage and RAM, subpar battery life which lasts about 24 hours with regular use, and its bulkiness compared to competitors, are noted as drawbacks.
Overall, the Skogen Foster Gen 6 is lauded for its design and upcoming software update, which could better its performance and functionality, making it a strong contender in the smartwatch market despite a few limitations.
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In this part, the video reviews the new Skogen Foster Gen 6 smart watch, which features the latest Snapdragon 4100 chip. This watch is considered the sequel to the popular Skogen Foster 3 from 2020. The video explains that this model skips the fourth and fifth generations, which will be addressed later. Key highlights include its minimalist Danish design, a 1.28-inch touchscreen, visible bezel, and a sleek metal mesh bracelet. The watch is versatile, allowing for easy strap replacement to adapt to different environments. It has three buttons on the right side, with the middle button being rotatable. The smart watch includes a microphone, speaker, Google Assistant integration, and standard specs such as 8GB of storage, 1GB of RAM, and 5 ATM water resistance. The back of the watch features a familiar heart rate sensor and a standard charging setup.
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In this segment, the speaker explains that the Skogen Foster Gen 6 smartwatch is essentially the same as the Fossil Gen 6, with the primary difference being physical design. This difference can impact features such as the speaker, microphone, GPS, and heart rate accuracy.
They conduct tests on the speaker and microphone, demonstrating their quality during phone calls. The speaker finds that the GPS is not very accurate, especially in urban environments, and the heart rate monitoring, while generally consistent during steady runs, struggles with accuracy during interval sprints. Comparisons are made to the Polar H10 heart rate strap, highlighting the Skogen Foster Gen 6’s lesser precision against top competitors like the Apple Watch, Galaxy Watch, and Garmin watches.
Finally, the speaker discusses the watch running on Wear OS 2 but mentions an upcoming update to Wear OS 3, which will bring new features and improvements once it’s available for devices with the Snapdragon 4100 chip, including the Skogen Foster Gen 6.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker highlights the significant improvements of a new smartwatch over its predecessor. They discuss that while the previous Scogin Gen 3 ran on Wear OS 2, the new model includes upgraded features such as offline Spotify, enhanced sleep tracking, Google Pay, Google Assistant, and customizable buttons for better user interaction. The user interface of the watch is also briefly demonstrated, explaining the functionality of various buttons and gestures.
However, there are some drawbacks mentioned, such as limited storage (8GB) and RAM (1GB) compared to competitors, which impacts the usability for offline music storage. Additionally, the battery life is a concern, lasting only about 24 hours with standard use and potentially up to 2 days with optimized settings, which is less impressive compared to other brands like Garmin or Huawei that offer longer battery life. The watch’s thickness and minimalist design that doesn’t effectively conceal this aspect are also noted as potential drawbacks.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the drawbacks and benefits of a particular smartwatch. The main drawback is its limited compatibility with iPhones, particularly in terms of message quick replies. However, the watch will soon be updated to Wear OS 3, which promises better app support and overall improvement in functionality. The speaker praises the watch’s sleek design and powerful performance, comparing it to the Fossil Gen 6 but with a different design. The two key takeaways are its upcoming Wear OS 3 update and its similarity to the Fossil Gen 6. The video concludes with a suggestion to like and subscribe for more content.