Amazfit GTS review: cool design and great battery life

Amazfit GTS review

The Apple Watch smartwatch is one of the most popular accessories on the market today, to which

However, they do have a big drawback, and that is the limitation of the iOS ecosystem.But many Android users want a watch with a similar boxy design and at a relatively affordable price, right?Xiaomi is here to the rescue again.A striking example of this is the Amazfit GTS smartwatch from the Huami sub-brand.We are ready to tell you a little more about them.

Design

The accessory looks like an Apple Watch, but is thinner andeasier. This is one of the most attractive features of the Amazfit GTS. If we talk about the assembly and materials, then the quality here is impeccable. In fact, many outsiders may mistake the Amazfit GTS for an Apple Watch at first impression. The OLED screen and bezels are thinner. And the overall thickness is also less than the Apple Watch, making the Amazfit GTS simply amazing for everyday use. In addition, the straps here are replaceable.

Other features worth noting are the 2.5D Gorilla Glass 3, the water resistance of 5 ATM and the 1.65-inch AMOLED display.

Display

Simply magnificent!Here the manufacturer did everything right. It's a Gorilla Glass-protected display with better pixel density than Apple's accessory. Thanks to the AMOLED panel, it has good sunlight legibility, good viewing angles, and also has an AOD function.

Battery

Battery life — one of the mainadvantages of Amazfit GTS. Based on testing results with the «Always on screen» The battery lasts more than five days. If you turn this option off, the watch will easily last you all week. Not having to charge one of your most important accessories every other day — this is a luxury you can afford with Amazfit GTS.

Software

Setting up the Amazfit GTS is very simple. Just install the Amazfit app on your phone, connect via Bluetooth, and you're done.

Amazfit GTS come with their ownAmazfit software. The watch does an excellent job with basic functionality (receiving notifications, 12 different fitness activity tracking features, basic functions such as an alarm clock, event reminder, weather, music playback and activity history). Notifications are saved only for a second. but there is quick access to them by clicking on the head. This is a really convenient option.




There is an Amazfit app that gives youthe ability to customize watch dials (and there are many). You can turn off the sound or reject calls, but accepting them will not work, because there is no speaker on the watch. And this also means that there is no function to play and store music.

The watch is stable. Walk tracking is enabled by default. Activities such as running and cycling are also accurately identified, and statistics are reliable. Amazfit also keeps track of your sleep.

You will also like that there is a heart rate scan here. It is accessible with a simple touch, although it can be configured to remain active all the time.

Other characteristics

  • Dimensions: 43.25×36.25×9.4 mm
  • Weight: 24.8 grams
  • Water protection — WR50 (shower, swimming without diving)
  • Touchscreen AMOLED display, 1.65 inches, 348×442 pixels, 341 ppi
  • Huangshan No.1 Processor (MHS001)
  • Battery 220 mAh, charging time about 2 hours
  • Wireless charger
  • The strap length is 87/120 mm, width 20 mm.
  • Silicone strap
  • Compatibility — iOS 9 and above, Android 5 and above
  • Bluetooth 5.0 LE, NFC

Conclusion

Amazfit GTS price less than half the costApple Watch. And although this smartwatch lacks some functions, as well as the built-in application store, the price is justified by features such as an excellent design, a great AMOLED display, water resistance, and fitness functions. and a battery that is super reliable. I would have no doubt and took note of this accessory.