Some of the smartwatches that will become part of the new generation of smartwatches with Android Wear have been announced, such as the Motorola Moto 360 or the Huawei Watch. However, the big news of this stage is the arrival of brands from fashion and accessories to the world of technology. The Fossil Q will be another smartwatch coming with Android Wear.
Fossil q
A priori, it will be a smart watch like the others, with one key difference, the design. In this case, it looks quite similar to the rest of the watches we've seen from the brand, with a large size, which in turn is a great thing for smartwatches, which require a large number of components to be truly useful. Obviously, it won't be the perfect watch for those looking for the most till Possible, and elegant. It's a smartwatch of a different style, but one of the few that will arrive with a design of this type.
Even so, we are talking about a smartwatch with Android Wear, so it will have the same functions as the Motorola Moto 360. There has been no mention, however, of it having a monitor heart rate, nor with GPS, although it will have sensors that will count steps and calories burned. As a novelty, it should be noted that the Fossil Q would have a traditional watch. This watch could be located inside the Fossil Q. Thus, the watch would be composed of three main elements, according to Fossil. A connected watch without a screen, which would be the traditional one. The device with the screen and running Android Wear. And a strap that would also be connected, so it would be smart. All three elements would have their own apps for use.
It has also been confirmed that there will be different straps, both for men and women, and this leads us to think that some of these could have additional hardware, such as a heart rate monitor or GPS, to use said strap when we go running or cycling, for example.
A new watch that will be a novelty, along with the smart Tag HEUER Carrera that also arrived as a prominent proposal, and that represents the arrival of the world of watch manufacturers to that of smartphones and devices smart.
Key specifications and features
Within the Fossil Q family, variants such as the Explorist HR and Venture are supported by a solid technical set: Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100, 512 MB of RAM and 4 GB of storage; connectivity Bluetooth 4.1 LE y Wi‑Fi 802.11 b/g/n; in addition to sensors such as pulsometer, Integrated GPS y NFC for payments. Some iterations passed certification IP67K a 3 ATM resistance, suitable for light swimming. The case is around 45 mm and uses standard straps 22 mm.
The autonomy varies between 1 and 2 days depending on the use, and there are techniques for save battery on Android Wear, with systems of fast charge capable of reaching approximately 80% in one hour. The charger is pin-type magnetized and the watch has a circular contact line, so you don't have to search for the exact point to attach it. The panel AMOLED offers good visibility even outdoors.
The design is reminiscent of a traditional watch: straps that can be metallic or leather (on some models, leather exterior and rubber interior for greater comfort), storage box stainless steel, central crown that acts as a button and two push buttons customizable to open apps. In certain versions there is no speaker, so audio playback requires Bluetooth headphones.
On the software side, Wear OS (the evolution of Android Wear) brings clear advantages: payments with Google Pay from the wrist (requires a PIN that is only requested when removing the watch), the best notification management on Android (voice dictation responses, keyboard, emojis and actions like archiving an email), and native apps like chronometer, with a timer, calendar o notesGoogle Assistant is available on your wrist; it's highly effective, although it may take a while to launch in some scenarios.
For training, Google Fit covers the essentials and third-party apps like Strava or Nike Run Club adds metrics and community. The GPS on the watch allows you to go running without your mobile phone, recording pace and route directly from your wrist.
Family, style and materials
The Fossil group markets multiple styles with the same technological base: from Q venture y Q explorist up to Q Wander, in addition to proposals from group brands such as Skagen Falster, Emporio Armani, Diesel Full Guard o Michael KorsThe idea is clear: a smartwatch that is also a fashion accessory, with interchangeable dials and straps to suit every occasion.
In models with leather straps, Fossil indicates the use of tanneries certified by Leather Working Group (LWG) in certain products. LWG audits and certifies more sustainable practices focused on resource efficiency, the reduction of waste and emissions, the chemical management and a greater traceabilityBrands can claim this quality when 100% of the leather comes from certified facilities and leather is a primary material in the product.
The user experience also depends on the companion app. Some users have reported issues with synchronization (steps or calories that take time to reflect and sometimes tracking the dream flashing), as well as menus with commercial links that scroll relevant settings. Since the watch relies on the app for tasks such as setting, it is recommended to keep both the watch software and the app updated and, if necessary, use Google Fit to consolidate activity data.
The Fossil Q proposal combines a classic design With modern features: contactless payments, built-in GPS, health sensors, and an ecosystem of watch faces and apps powered by Wear OS. For those who prioritize aesthetics and comfort without sacrificing key features, the Q family stands out among traditional-style smartwatches.
