Sleep like a baby with this nifty smartwatch’s help
The standout feature of the new OnePlus Watch 2 that sets it apart from other smartwatches is its impressive battery life, providing a generous 100 hours of regular use between charges. This remarkable endurance comes with a caveat – it requires continuous operation in “smart mode” for the full four days. In the power-saving mode, the watch can extend its lifespan to an impressive 12 days. During my few weeks of usage in smart mode, I experienced slightly over three days of usage, still an impressive performance.
However, what truly captivated me about this product is its capability to monitor breathing issues during sleep. Addressing my wife’s longstanding complaint about my snoring, I activated the dedicated switch for breathing problem monitoring. Placing the phone near the pillow, the watch, integrated with the OHealth app, diligently tracked my breathing rate, snore risk, sleep depth, heart rate variability, and provided a detailed sleep analysis. While inconclusive regarding breathing problems, it did reveal that I sleep longer than I previously thought, a positive revelation for me. Notably, using the snore monitoring feature significantly impacts battery life, but the benefits outweigh the trade-off.
What adds to the allure of the OnePlus Watch 2 is its remarkable fast-charging capability, going from 0 to 100% in just an hour. The inclusion of a smart and compact fast-charging cradle enhances the overall user experience.
Powered by Google’s latest Wear OS, the watch boasts 2GB RAM, 32GB ROM, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal cover, and a sleek circular design. The unique Dual-Engine Architecture, incorporating the Snapdragon W5 performance chipset and the BES 2700 MCU Efficiency chipset, seamlessly shifts between low power and high-performance modes, ensuring a smooth experience with optimized battery life. With a variety of watch faces and the option to personalize it with your photos, the OnePlus Watch 2 offers a customizable and visually appealing interface.
Unlike previous smartwatches that lost their appeal after a short period, the OnePlus Watch 2 has proven its staying power. The comfortable band is a game-changer for me during morning jogs, as it doesn’t irritate my skin. This watch allows me to track my exercises while providing access to podcasts and text messages without pulling out my phone – a revolutionary convenience. Additionally, the quality of phone calls made through the watch has received positive feedback, surpassing the audio quality of calls made directly from my phone.
In general, it operates swiftly and seamlessly, meeting the expectations one would have for a high-end smartwatch. I intend to wear it every night until I find a resolution to my sleep concerns.
