Even though initial response to the smartwatch concept as a whole wasn’t universally positive, as some users were questioning the merits of these devices, the idea is getting more and more popular, and today smartwatches are actually enjoying a solid following of fans. Motorola’s own Moto 360 has been around for a few months now, and it seems like reviewers just can’t get enough of it, as positive opinions about the phone keep rolling in even today.
What exactly does the Moto 360 offer? Its screen has a 320×290 resolution, and it has 512 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal storage, powered by a 320 mAh battery. It’s also notably one of the smartwatches to skip the common trend of coming out with a square screen, and it was instead developed with a round one, more like a traditional wrist watch.
It’s also capable of QI wireless charging, and supports Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity as well, while it can measure the user’s steps and heart rate. Last but not least, it’s equipped with Android Wear 5.0.1, and while it’s only compatible with Android smartphones, it’s still a very popular choice among fans of smartwatches.
Reviewers have been fond of the overall design of the device, and the good balance between features and price. Some have noted that Motorola have taken a risk with the watch’s design, but it was actually a winning move for the company – the device was received well by both smartwatch enthusiasts as well as regular watch fans who were looking to jump into the smartwatch territory.
The software is quite capable and offers quick access to all important features, while it works great in sync with an Android phone. The device does get a little less useful without a properly supported phone, admittedly, but that’s an issue that users should be familiar with before buying.
In related news, the metal edition of the watch is coming to Canada next month, according to the latest reports. The release is coming in response to people’s demands that Motorola deliver a metal version of the watch – they listened, and in November they announced that the metal edition was coming to the market. It’s quite the nice design, with high grade stainless steel and a tough, yet stylish look.
The company is also working on new, slim bands that will be aimed at people with smaller wrists, and they will come in various prices according to the materials used. A new dark brown leather band is also coming at some point as well, according to Motorola, though it’s not clear if that’ll happen before or after they release the other special bands.