Wearables
Is OnePlus Watch 2 a real opponent for Samsung Galaxy Watch 6?
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 was one of the best smartwatches so far, but now it seems that its real contender has arrived in the form of the OnePlus Watch 2. After a three-year silence, OnePlus has made a comeback in the smartwatch segment with its second-generation watch called the OnePlus Watch 2.
This time, OnePlus seems too serious with the latest offering, as the OnePlus Watch 2 packs significant upgrades that could go up against current smartwatches like the Galaxy Watch 6 series and the Pixel Watch 2. So let’s dive in, and check, whether the OnePlus Watch 2 is a real opponent for Samsung Galaxy Watch 6.
First of all, the Galaxy Watch 6 from Samsung and OnePlus Watch 2, both run on Wear OS, the Google-made operating system for smartwatches that is designed to run seamlessly alongside Android phones.
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OnePlus Watch 2 comes with a unique Dual-Engine Architecture, which consists of the Snapdragon W5 and the BES 2700 chipsets. The BES 2700 and RTOS handle background activity and daily tasks, while, Snapdragon W5 and Wear OS deal with heavier tasks, including running Wear OS apps.
On the other side, the Galaxy Watch 6 is powered by the Exynos W930 chipset and offers a faster 1.4GHz processing speed. However, one useful feature of Galaxy Watch 6 is the temperature sensor, which helps users predict ovulation dates, track sleep, and more, is missing in the newly released OnePlus Watch 2.
Galaxy Watch 6 provides written insight into sleep stages and tips on how to improve your circadian rhythm. While, the OnePlus Watch 2 also offers sleep tracking, including monitoring your different levels of sleep, sleep quality, sleep breathing rate, snorting risk, and sleep blood oxygen levels.
Moving further, the OnePlus Watch 2 packs a large 500 mAh battery that can deliver up to 100 hours. It can also last up to 48 hours with heavy use or up to 12 days in the Power Save Mode. While, the battery of Galaxy Watch 6 is quite unsatisfactory, as it includes a 300 mAh battery that offers up to 40 hours of use with the always-on display off or up to 30 hours with the always-on display off.
The OnePlus Watch 2 offers 2GB RAM with up to 32GB of storage. While Galaxy Watch 6 includes 2GB RAM with 16GB of storage. At last, it can be said that both smartwatches are quite accurate in themselves and are capable of giving tough competition to each other.
Your Samsung Galaxy Watch could soon get standalone RCS support. Google is preparing to roll out standalone RCS to Wear OS smartwatches with a future Messages app update. Galaxy Watch users will also benefit alongside Pixel Watch users.
EU forced Apple to adopt the RCS messaging standard in its iOS. The decision brought rich communication standard features into the limelight. Now, Google is working to enhance RCS usability on its Wear OS platform.
AndroidAuthority discovered some flags within Google Messages v20240926, suggesting standalone RCS arrival on Wear OS. The addition of new flags suggests that the company is preparing to roll out independent RCS support.
At present Wear OS doesn’t support native RCS messaging on watches. You need to keep your watch paired to the smartphone to send and receive messages. An updated Google Messages version would address the support concern.
Google Messages on Wear OS indeed has a relatively smaller user base than Android. Since smartwatches have small screens, users refrain from typing longer text while replying, still, it’s a welcome move slated to end lack of support.
The move is to make Google Messages function the same as WhatsApp. The latter is available as a native application on Wear OS, whereas Google Messages on Wear OS essentially mirrors the Google Messages app on your phone.
If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, you may have noted a regular Watch Manager stop messages after deleting the Galaxy Wearable app. This issue can occur when the Galaxy Wearable app is removed while using the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds simultaneously.
According to the community moderator, it is important to delete the Manager app along with the Galaxy Wearable app. This dual deletion helps prevent unnecessary pop-up notifications and ensures smoother functionality between your devices.
When you uninstall the Galaxy Wearable app, it’s necessary to also delete the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager app. To uninstall the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager, follow these simple steps:
- Open Settings on the smartphone connected to your Galaxy Watch 6.
- Now, click on the Apps option.
- Search for the ‘Galaxy Watch6 Manager‘ app in the list.
- Tap on the app, select Delete, and confirm by pressing OK.
After acknowledgment of message pop-ups, Samsung is also planning to release a new update for the Galaxy Watch Manager 6 app to fix this issue. Here’s how to update the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager app:
- Open the Galaxy Store on your device.
- Select the Updates option from the Menu.
- Check the Galaxy Watch6 Manager app and proceed with the update.
By following these steps, you can ensure your Galaxy Watch 6 works well and is seamlessly connected with your other devices.
Download One UI 6 Watch Faces on Galaxy Watch 6, Watch 5 and Watch 4
Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy Wearable app, which enhances its user interface and overall functionality. This app helps you manage your wearable devices and track their features right from your phone.
The latest update introduces a new look for the Watch settings interface. The new layout allows for quicker navigation and better access to your favorite settings as the update brings major changes.
Previously, options like watch faces, apps, tiles, and quick settings were shown in a vertical grid, which could feel crowded. Now, they are arranged in a horizontal bar, making it simpler to find what you need.
In addition to the revamped Watch Setting interface, the update also adds a feature to provide a preview of important menu items. Users can now see Notifications, Display, Health, and Pay right under the Watch Settings tab.
By this change, you can easily glance at key options without searching through multiple menus, which adds to the convenience.
Furthermore, the update also brings One UI 6 Watch Faces for older Galaxy smartwatch models. The app’s Watch Faces section added a new “Featured watch faces” tab that lets you download the One UI 6 Watch faces.
Overall, these enhancements improve the experience for Galaxy smartwatch users. You can get the most out of your device with a more organized interface and easy access to essential features.
The new update is available for download through the Galaxy Wearable app and the Galaxy Store. Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the new features and improvements.
Download One UI 6 Watch Faces on Galaxy Watch 6, Watch 5 and Watch 4