T-Mobile Android Smart Watches

How to Shop for Smart Watches

It's convenient to have all the technology of a smartphone right on your wrist with a smartwatch. As of 2018, there are several types of smartwatches with different operating systems and many choose Android OS, similarly to the choice they use with their phone. With many types of colors and styles you can find an Android smartwatch that meets all of your needs.

What Makes a Smart Watch T-Mobile?

As T-Mobile is a carrier and not a manufacturer of watches, you may be asking yourself what makes a smartwatch a T-Mobile one. Essentially, this means that the watch is "locked." A locked smartwatch means:

• You can only use it with one carrier 
• In most cases, you cannot take the watch for connectivity with another carrier
• The smartwatch is often on the same bill as your phone

An unlocked smartwatch means:

• You can take the watch to any carrier and have it added to your existing phone line

If T-Mobile is your current carrier, then it does make sense to look for a watch that's locked down to them.

What Features Should I Look for in a Smart Watch?

There are a few other features to keep an eye out for, other than capabilities.

• Apps. Make sure that the device can handle the apps you'd like to use on it. As smartwatches are an evolving technology, you may not be able to use some of your favorite apps on certain types of devices - at least not yet. 
• Wearable. As with anything that's wrist-based, you want to make sure that the band is comfortable and fits well.
• Battery life. Look for a mobile smartwatch that has a fair amount of talk and idle time, and strong battery.
• Bluetooth. Unlike phones, not all smartwatches have Bluetooth capabilities, and for many, this is an important feature.
• Strong processor. Look for a dual-core or higher processor to ensure that apps, calls, and texts work seamlessly.
• Fitness tracker. Look for a smartwatch that has an integrated fitness tracker to keep track of your fitness goals. As opposed to apps, many smartwatches have the technology already built in.

What Are Some Smart Watch Brands and Accessories?

There are only a few brands as of 2018 that manufacture smartwatches. Some of the more popular brands include:

• Samsung (which is a continuation of the popular Samsung Galaxy smartphone)
• ZTE Quartz
• Google Wear 

When it comes to accessories, there are a few to have on hand to make your experience more enjoyable:

• Earbuds or headphones
• Extra battery
• Extra watch bands 
• Screen protector or protective case

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