Summary
Fiche techniqueDesignÉcranUsage et applicationFonctionnalités de santéAutonomieAppel et communicationPrix et disponibilitéConclusionCommentairesVoir la fiche produitDisponible à253 €The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 swaps the rotary telescope for a touch navigation system.By the way, its design varies somewhat, impacting in passing the weight, the size of the screen, the autonomy and even the look of the case.So what is the Watch 4 worth without her telescope?
The Galaxy Watch 4. // Source: Frandroid - Arnaud Gelineau
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is almost in every way the same watch from the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic, to which we have already devoted a detailed test.Here, we will therefore dwell on the points which differ between the two devices: the rotary telescope which disappears (which necessarily modifies the way of interacting with the watch), the size of the battery slightly more important on our model and it isalmost everything.These few differences make it possible to locate it all the same a stone's throw below the Classic at the price level.But is it really a concession, or a difference in design?
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Technical sheet
| Modèle | Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 |
|---|---|
| Taille d'écran | 1.19 pouces |
| Technologie | Super AMOLED |
| Protection de l'écran | Gorilla Glass DX+ |
| Définition de l'écran | 396 x 396 pixels |
| Format écran | Circulaire |
| Mémoire interne | 16 Go |
| Mémoire vive (RAM) | 1.5 Go |
| Dimension | 39.3 mm |
| Poids | 25.90 grammes |
| Batterie | 247 mAh |
| Capteur de rythme cardique | Oui |
| Analyse du sommeil | Oui |
| Accéléromètre | Oui |
| Capteur de lumière ambiante | Oui |
| Indice de protection | IP68 |
| Prix | 253 € |
| Fiche produit |
This test was carried out with a copy of the watch loaned by the brand.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4design
The design of the Galaxy Watch 4 differs from that of the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic in that it abandons the rotary bezel and opts for a less domed design.Rather than turning the telescope, we sail in the menus by touching the edges of the screen.This makes it possible to lighten the general aspect of the watch somewhat and we avoid the liner side attached to the wrist, which is, in my humble opinion, a plus.And I say that when the model I tested is the 44 mm version, and a smaller 40 mm version is offered.Another advantage in this disappearance of the telescope: the screen is slightly larger than on the Galaxy Watch Classic.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4. // Source: Frandroid - Arnaud Gelineau
This difference also allows the Watch 4 case to extend somewhat in the horns to come and nest out on the bracelet, in a much more original look than that of the Watch Classic.
On the other hand, it would seem that the absence of telescope unfortunately makes the model more vulnerable to certain inconveniences.On mine, a small debris has managed to take care between the screen and the circular structure of the watch.I’m not saying that with a little more elbow oil, I wouldn’t have managed to get it out, but it’s a defect that can annoy more than one.
One of the concerns that can be met with this watch: debris can get stuck between the screen and the case.// Source: Frandroid
For the rest of the design, the stainless steel is kept from the case, the corrilla gorilla Glass DX on the screen and the bracelet fluoroelastomer, very pleasant to wear.I had no irritation to report or gene of any kind.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Scin
The 40 mm version of the Galaxy Watch 4 has a 1.2 inch screen, which displays a definition of 396 x 396, while the version I tested, 44 mm, displays a 1.4 inch screen withA resolution of 450 x 450.
There is not much to add compared to the classic model test.We keep the OLED well, the Gorilla Glass DX and I never had to complain about the finger traces left on this screen.The screen gain in the screen does not harm its resolution and the brightness is also good, which allows you to consult the watch in full sun without ever folding your eyes.
Certains cadrans affichent un bon nombre d’informations sans être trop brouillons. // Source : Frandroid Certains cadrans consomment plus que d’autres en mode Always-On. // Source : FrandroidWe find the wide choice of dials already present on the Classic.I take advantage of this test to say that I found the responsiveness of the watch to leave the Always Only exemplary.I never needed to accentuate my wrist movement or start the movement again to take advantage of the functions of my watch.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4usage and application
The Samsung Health application is rigorously the same as that presented in the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic test.And Samsung Health Monitor, which supports the measurement of blood pressure and electrocardiogram, is also reserved for users of a Galaxy smartphone.
The applications are presented in the form of bubbles.// Source: Frandroid
On the other hand, it goes without saying that the absence of a rotary telescope changes the way of navigating in the menus somewhat.By swilating to go to the left, we open the section of notifications.By swilating on the right, you access dials dedicated to various functions of the watch.Instead of swiper, you can also slide your finger along the edge of the screen, with a small haptic return to each past application that has its small effect.For the rest, it is rigorously the same thing.The top menu is a shortcut pane with a design very close to that of a Samsung turning on one UI 3.1, and the bottom menu allows access to applications, presented in the form of bubbles.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 health features
Sports functions are rigorously the same as those present in the Watch 4 Classic.We thus find the master stallion of all that can be expected from a connected watch in terms of monitoring physical activity.Podometer, cardiofrequency meter, SPO2, electrocardiogram, integrated GPS, bio-impedance measures, etc.All the sensors present on the Classic are there.
Le compteur de pas vous indique également le temps passé à faire de l’exercice et le nombre de calories brulées. // Source : Frandroid Spotify peut être installé sur la Watch 4. // Source : FrandroidOn peut télécharger des morceaux directement sur sa Watch 4. // Source : FrandroidLet's be clear: if you don't have a Samsung smartphone, the Samsung Health Monitor application is not a great loss.This only allows you to measure its tension and use the electrocardiogram.And for the tension, hold on, it will be necessary to bring a tensiometer before I can use it the first time ... As for the electrocardiogram, I had to take it five or six times before reachingto make it work.So it's a bit gadget.
Fortunately, these functions can be hidden a bit unnecessary of the watch by staying on their dial and pressing less.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Autonomy
Watch 4 in 44 mm has a 361 mAh accumulator.So theoretically, better than on the Watch 4 Classic 42 mm that we tested, which embarked an accumulator of 247 mAh.
In fact, everything will depend on your use.I carried out two tests with the Always we activate, the monitoring of the permanent heart rate, and the monitoring of sleep.The first was made with a white dial, which kept two thirds of the screen in white including in Always-On.There, clearly, the watch had barely held a day, with the obligation to load it at night if I wanted to record my sleep.
With a dial in large flatness of black, the autonomy is much better.With a full charge at 11 p.m. on Sunday evening, she held me until Tuesday around 7 p.m., 44 p.m.It is therefore two days full of use which opens up to this Watch 4, in its version "elongated autonomy", and it is more than the 33:30 observed during the Watch 4 Classic test equipped with a battery of247 mAh.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4Apel and Communication
On the call and communication side, there is not much to add either, I invite you to consult the test of the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic carried out by my colleague Geoffroy to learn more if this feature interests you.
We can answer calls directly on the Watch 4. // Source: Frandroid
I take this opportunity to add my little grain of salt, however.The Korean manufacturer prides itself on having created a coherent ecosystem between its smartphones and its watch, and if this is true in terms of visual and interface, I regret having had some concerns of connectivity betweenThe watch and my Samsung smartphone during the first connections.I was going to run while listening to music on Spotify, accompanied by my Galaxy S20, Watch 4 and non -Samsung headphones and music tended to iron on the phone quite regularly.However, I had taken care to download a playlist beforehand.
Perhaps the fault comes more from Spotify than from Samsung, but when we are sold a coherent ecosystem, we do not expect this type of concern.There are still some settings to provide to be perfect on this plan.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 price and availability
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is available from 269 euros in 40 mm version, and from 319 euros with the 4G option, and from 299 euros in 44 mm, as well as 349 euros with 4G.
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