Wrist Candy 2.0 – The Hottest Smartwatches of the 2023

When we said “he Hottest Smartwatches of the 2023”, we weren’t talking about your grandpa’s wristwatch. Here, we’re talking about the trendsetting wearables that strut their stuff with more style than a runway model during Fashion Week. A couple of months ago, we covered the top smartwatches of 2023, but the list wasn’t enough as Google recently launched its masterpiece, the Pixel Watch 2, and we’re back again with watches that know how to strike a pose!

Apple Watch Ultra 2

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the rugged maverick of the Apple Watch family. The smartwatch flexes its muscles with longer battery life and a build tougher than a stale loaf of grandma’s bread. The Ultra 2 watch isn’t just another smartwatch; it’s your companion in conquering the great unknown. The bright orange button that screams, “Push me for adventure!” is like the Bat Signal, but for when you’re lost in the woods. 

Under the hood, the Ultra 2 boasts the S9 SiC chip – not just a chip, but a silicon wizard that makes Siri do backflips and your device track directions better than the GPS guy at every Indian nukkad. The watch boasts the best cellular connectivity with two speakers and a three-microphone array. Sure, it’s a bit pricey, but it is loaded with features that practically drive you to function like a superhero.

Google Pixel Watch 2

The first Google Pixel Watch stumbled out of the gate like a newborn giraffe learning to walk, but Google played fairy godparent and sprinkled some magic updates over the past year. Now, the Pixel Watch 2 is the talk of the town; to be honest, it’s the Captain America of wearables. Auto-start workouts? Check. Auto-stop detection? You got it. Fall detection, SpO2 measurements, and a Fitbit app makeover that’s prettier than a sunset? Consider it done.

Google even threw in a Safety Check feature, turning your watch into your own personal SOS signal. If you vanish from the world for too long, your emergency contacts will know where to send the search party. The Body Response feature plays therapist, distinguishing between good and bad stress and offering solutions that don’t involve raiding the chocolate stash. It’s like having a tiny life coach on your wrist, minus the cheesy motivational speeches.

Speaking of looks, the smartwatch is the Ryan Gosling of the tech world – Sleek, stylish, and super comfy on the wrist. And when it comes to health and fitness, it’s not just a pretty face. The workout screen is like a personal trainer on speed dial, delivering the vital stats faster than you can say, “Do I really need that second doughnut?” However, there are a few cons, too, like the battery life; it is like that friend who promises to stay for the party until midnight but leaves an hour after welcome drinks.

And if it goes kaput, you’ll be waving it goodbye and ordering a replacement faster than you can say, “Google, why do you do this to me?” Oh, and don’t even get me started on the proprietary charger situation. It’s like Google’s way of saying, “We know you love us, but let’s keep this relationship complicated.” Despite its imperfections, the Pixel Watch 2 is the phoenix rising from the ashes of its predecessor, proving that sometimes, the sequel is the real star of the show.

Garmin Venu 3S

The Garmin Venu 3S is the Swiss Army knife of smartwatches, here to whip your health, fitness, and performance into shape! It’s your personal drill sergeant, life coach, and concert companion rolled into one sleek package. The watch sports a bright AMOLED display and lasts longer than your latest Netflix binge – a whole week, to be precise. Wait, there’s more! Need to accept a call while doing jumping jacks? No problem. The Garmin Venu 3S lets you chat away right from your wrist, turning you into the James Bond of small talk.

The Venu 3S doesn’t just compete with smartwatches; it takes them out for a jog and leaves them huffing and puffing in its dust. It’s armed with features that’ll make your Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch blush. So, if you’re ready to endure a journey of fitness, fashion, and futuristic functionality, the Garmin Venu 3S is your ticket to the wearable wonderland. It’s more than a watch; it’s a lifestyle upgrade with a touch of Garmin magic and a sprinkle of humour to keep you smiling on your journey to becoming the fittest and coolest version of yourself.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic

The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is a wrist-worn symphony of innovation, sophistication, and a touch of that classic Samsung charm. Fresh from its grand debut at the 2023 Unpacked event, the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is armed with the mighty One UI 5 software update. The watch is not all about sleep tracking, fitness finesse, and safety smarts – it also marks the grand return of the Samsung-unique rotating bezel! The Watch 6 Classic offers a daily dose of Samsung magic – because life’s too short for ordinary timepieces.

It’s like having a magic wand on your wrist, waving away mundane tasks with a finger flick. And with longer battery life and sleep-friendly settings, this watch is basically the fairy godmother of wearables – making every moment, from dawn to midnight snack, feel enchanted. The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic comes in not one, but two flavors: 43mm and 47mm. So, if you’re ready to let a touch of luxury, innovation, and a dash of that delightful rotating bezel into your life, the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is waiting in the wings for you.

October 2023 – Tech Launches of the Month

Google Pixel 8 Pro

Thanks to Google, almost half of the people already knew what the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro were going to look like. The elder sibling from the 2023 Pixel smartphone series sports a 6.7-inch QHD+ LTPO 120Hz OLED Super Actua display with a topping of Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The Pixel 8 Pro has a few exclusive features, such as a skin temperature sensor placed next to the main cameras and a Pro Controls feature. The smartphone has a polished aluminium frame, matte back glass and is powered by a new Google Tensor G3 chip, custom-designed with Google AI.

Specs:

Display – 6.7-inch QHD+

RAM/Storage – 12GB + 128GB

Battery – 5050 mAh with fast charging support

SoC – Google Tensor G3 and Titan M2 security coprocessor

Security and OS updates – 7 years of OS, security, and Feature Drop updates

Cameras – 50MP Octa-PD Main + 48MP Quad-PD ultrawide + 48MP Quad-PD telephoto

Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8 looks damn cutesy than every other smartphone available in the current market. The little Pixel is now 10g lighter, a bit smaller than its predecessor, and has a great display that can joggle between 60Hz and 120Hz. Just like its older sibling, the Pixel 8 offers crystal clear calls and can fix your photos with AI, even the ones from your older phones, be it an iPhone or Android. Both smartphones from the Pixel 8 series offer 6 months of Fitbit Premium,  6 months of Google One Premium up to 2 TB and 3 months of YouTube Premium free.

Specs:

Display – 6.2-inch FHD+

RAM/Storage – 8GB + 128GB

Battery – 4575 mAh with fast charging support

SoC – Google Tensor G3 and Titan M2 security coprocessor

Security and OS updates – 7 years of OS, security, and Feature Drop updates

Cameras – 50MP Octa-PD Main + 12MP ultrawide with autofocus + 10.5MP selfie camera

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

After skipping the Galaxy S22 FE in 2022, Samsung is back with an FE edition smartphone – the all-new Galaxy S23 FE. The 2023 fan edition smartphone features a flat 6.4” Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with FHD+ resolution and 60-120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone has a timeless design adopted from the iconic design of the Galaxy S23 Series and is available in captivating 4 colour options – Mint, Graphite, Cream and Purple. The S23 FE arrives with a Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 shielding the front and back, along with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Specs:

Battery – 4500 mAh

Selfie Camera – 10 MP

SoC – Exynos 2200 (4 nm)

RAM/Storage – 8GB + 128GB

Cameras – 50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 8.0 MP

Display – 6.4” Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with FHD+

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+

By launching the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE+, Samsung has expanded the already piled-up lineup of S9 tablets. The FE tablets come with Stylus support, run on Android 13, are powered by an octa-core Exynos 1380 chipset and are available in 4 colour options – Grey, Lavender, Mint and Silver. The S9 FE has a 10.9-inch display with 2304×1440 pixel resolution, and the S9 FE+ has a 12.4-inch display with 2560×1600 pixel resolution. The FE tablets come with dual speakers tuned by AKG, 45W fast charging support and have an IP68 rating, making them dust and water-resistant.

Specs: 
S9 FE / S9 FE+

SoC – Octa-core Exynos 1380

Battery – 8000mAh / 10090mAh

RAM/Storage – 6GB + 128GB / 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB

Cameras – 8MP main + 12MP front / 8MP main + 8MP ultra-wide + 12MP front

Display – 10.9-inch with 2560×1600 / 12.4-inch with 2560×1600 pixels resolution

Google Pixel Watch 2

Along with two stunning and innovative smartphones, Google has also launched a smartwatch – Google Pixel Watch 2. The 41mm smartwatch is made to keep your health, safety, and productivity on point and offers an enhanced 24-hour battery with an always-on display and faster charging. The Pixel Watch 2 is loaded with lots of features, but the one that attracts the most is setting a timer when you’re heading out and the watch shares your location if the time expires. It also offers 6 months of Fitbit Premium and 1  month of YouTube Music Premium.

Specs

OS – Wear OS 4.0

IP68 water resistance

Battery – 306 mAh (typical)

Display – Custom 3D Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5

SoC – Qualcomm 5100 and Cortex M33 co-processor

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Alongside the S23 FE smartphone and FE tablets, Samsung also launched the new TWS earbuds – Galaxy Buds FE. The earbuds feature a wingtip design, a single-driver audio system and a powerful bass. Buds FE boasts three microphones along with an AI-powered Deep Neural Network to bypass unwanted background noise during calls and offer you a great calling experience. The earbuds offer 30 hours of battery backup and are available in two colour options – graphite and white.

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