Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic in Kenya

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic price is Ksh 40,000. It is powered by the Exynos W930 (5 nm) processor with Mali-G68 GPU. It has 2 GB RAM and 16 GB of internal storage, which is not expandable. The Galaxy Watch6 Series is a dedicated personal health coach, offering detailed sleep analysis through Sleep Score Factors and personalized Sleep Messages developed in collaboration with the National Sleep Foundation. It also provides Enhanced Sleep Coaching with customised instructions and Body Composition measurements to completely understand one’s physical health. The Galaxy Watch6 comes in either 1.3 or 1.5 inches, 480 x 480 pixels AMOLED Sapphire Crystal display with a pixel density of 453 ppi.  The Galaxy Watch6 runs on Android Wear OS 4, powered by a 425 mAh battery. The watch is available in Black and Silver.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic specs and price in Kenya

Build and Design

Inspired by the iconic designs of vintage diving watches, the slim spinning bezel makes navigating apps easy and accurate with a simple dial turn. Its timeless design will indeed click with your impeccable sense of style.

The watch measures 46.5 x 46.5 x 10.9 mm (1.83 x 1.83 x 0.43 in) and weighs 59g. Built with a Sapphire crystal front, the stainless-steel framed smartwatch is as beautiful and elegant as it feels lightweight and premium on the wrist of your hand

From boardroom to weight room, own your look with a wide variety of super lightweight fabric bands for any occasion — now even easier to swap with one simple click. The 20mm straps are interchangeable, allowing you to switch to what suits your dress and occasion. Then, accent your look with new digital faces to complete your outfit.

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic is water and dustproof, with a 50m water-resistant (IP68) rating. The display is protected by Sapphire Glass, making it scratch and breakproof. Being MIL-STD-810H certified and compliant, Watch 6 Classic has passed rigorous testing focused on environmental conditions (extreme temperature, moisture, dust and shock). This makes it suitable for use when exposed to weather conditions and handling.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6’s Brilliant Display

Look your best and see even more at a glance with a 30% larger screen. A slimmer, rotating bezel allows you to access app stats more easily. All packed into a sleek silhouette with the elevated style of a classic watch.

The 1.5-inch Super AMOLED display provides excellent views of time and notifications. With 480 x 480 pixels (~453 ppi density) resolution and Sapphire Crystal Always on Display, Galaxy Watch offers a superior, immersive experience to complement your smartphone and tech-savviness.

Performance

This is a uniquely made watch for an all-around performance as far as an ideal modern smartwatch is concerned. It boasts Android Wear OS 4, with One UI Watch 5, making it user-friendly and excellent for tech-savvy usability. The dual-core chipset integrating with Mali-G68 gives the Watch 6 Classic capabilities, rivalling most budget and mid-range smartphones. Besides, 16GB and 2GB RAM complement the high performance expected on such a high-end device. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic does not support additional memory (no MicroSD slot). However, for a smartwatch, 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM are sufficient for a neat, tidy and flawless performance.

Connectivity and Communications on Galaxy Watch 6 Classic

Connectivity

It supports GSM / HSPA / LTE network technology with HSPA, LTE speed. You can call, receive calls and text messages on the watch without your smartphone. Supporting up to 4G connectivity, the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, like the Watch 6, is a pioneering network-supporting smartwatch that can operate independently without reliance on smartphones.

Communications

For ease of communication, the watch comes installed with:

• Loudspeaker for quality audio output
• WLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band) for uncompromised internet connectivity
• Bluetooth pairing via its 5.3, A2DP, LE
• GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
• NFC

Unique Functionalities on Galaxy Watch 6 Galaxy

Track your monthly periods on the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic

Your Galaxy Watch 6 Classic measures skin temperature readings while you sleep to help track your monthly period, ovulation cycle and fertility windows. All collected data is encrypted and stored securely on your device, giving you control over your information.

Sleep Coach

Get the insights you need to develop better sleep habits with Advanced Sleep Coaching. Use your Galaxy Watch6 Classic to plan your bedtime, detect snoring and track your sleep stages. Sleep in your Watch even more comfortably with a new, superlight Fabric Band.

Heart Monitoring

Get ahead of your heart health with heart monitoring.  Your Galaxy Watch6 Classic periodically scans your heart rate to inform you when it detects an irregular rhythm.

Keep your Body Balance

Stay in the know about your body with the advanced BIA sensor. Get readings on body fat, skeletal muscle, body water, Body Mass Index (BMI) and more — so you have all the stats to stay on track.

Fall Detection

Your Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is on standby in case of an emergency. Fall Detection will catch when you have fallen and send an SOS notification to your emergency contact if you need help.

Keep Fitness Goals on Track

Work out to your full potential with valuable performance insights on duration, distance, calories burned and more. Galaxy Watch6 Classic automatically tracks popular activities, like running and swimming, making it simple to track over 90 additional exercises manually.

Samsung’s Health App

Sync Galaxy Watch 6 Classic with the Samsung Health app on your Galaxy phone to study your stats on a larger screen, including your daily steps, workout intensity, heart rate and more.

Always Stay Connected

Have the power to call, text, play music and find your phone all from your wrist. Your Galaxy Watch 6 Classic connects with your other Galaxy devices seamlessly so that you can do more from anywhere.

Photo Snapping

Frame and snap the shot you want. Simply open the camera app on your Watch and pinch the screen or twist the bezel to zoom in and out. Then pose, set a timer or tap to snap a shot.

Be Phone Free

Get out into the world without having to carry your phone with you. Call and text your friends, jam out to your favourite playlist and more with LTE connectivity.

Sensors

Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is equipped with several sensors:

• Accelerometer
• Gyro
• compass
• heart rate
• barometer
• thermometer (skin temperature)
• 3D Hall sensor
• Natural language commands and dictation
• Samsung Pay

These sensors on Galaxy Watch 6 Classic make it easier and more convenient for you to handle the device, check your notifications, and become more aware of your immediate surroundings.

Battery and Charging System

The watch is powered by a Li-Ion 425 mAh, non-removable battery. To recharge, you use the provided Wireless  (Qi) charging unit that enables remote fast charging.

Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy Smart Watch 6 Classic

Pros

• Large, decent 1.5-inch AMOLED display
• Decent smartwatch display resolution at 480 x 480 pixels (~453 ppi density)
• Waterproof, up to 50m in water with IP68 Rating
• ECG Certified
• Decent dual-core, Exynos W930 (5 nm) processing unit
• Saphhire Crystal Display Glass protected, always on display
• Large memory capacity, 16GB 2GB RAM
• Supports WIFI, Bluetooth, GPS, and NFC connectivity
• Powerful battery for smartwatch
• Wireless (Qi) Charging
• Speaker support installed for quality audio when calling or listening to music
• Smartwatch comes installed with sensors:    Accelerometer, gyro, compass, heart rate, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature)
• Natural language commands and dictation
• Runs on Android Wear OS 4
• Custom OneUI Watch 5 user interface support
• Monitors blood pressure
• Strong aluminium frame that guarantees longevity
• Bezels are 30% slimmer compared to Watch5

Cons

• Default nits brightness for the display
• Support single eSIM
• No MicroSD slot for additional memory
• Highly-priced for a smartwatch

Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is an excellent smartwatch for modern-day tech-savvy customers who love them extensive, sophisticated and able to keep them connected whether they have smartphones or not. A more prominent display, support eSIM for GSM connectivity and many other features that rival most smartphones make the Watch6 a gem to own and wrap around your wrist. The premium hardware comprising an aluminum frame, sapphire crystal glass protection to the 1.5-inch AMOLED screen, and fabric band makes the Watch6 stand out. Whilst its price is a bit high, it is value for your money if you can afford it and are looking for something unique, specific, and that stands out.

Rating: 9/10

Alternative Watches to Watch 6 Classic

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
• Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
• Apple Watch SE 2
• Huawei Watch GT2 Pro