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Fossil Gen 5E 42mm Stainless Steel Touchscreen Smartwatch Review

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Jim Williams
Checked icon Last updated - March 30, 2024
8.5

Verdict overview

  • Sleep monitoring 8.1
  • Precision 9.1
  • Touch Screen 9.3
  • Battery Duration 7.2
  • Mobile App 8.6
  • Comfort 8.9
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Pros
  • You can use the WearOS app on your phone with the latest versions of Android or iOS.
  • The battery lasts for 24 hours, and you can extend it even longer.
  • This smart watch has an always on display and thousands of watch faces to personalize.
Cons
  • Short battery life.

Tech specs

  • Bezel functionStationary
  • Brand, Seller, or Collection NameFossil
  • ShapeRound
  • Case materialAluminum
  • Water resistant depth50 Meters
  • Dial window material typeResin
  • GPSTrue
  • Case Thickness12 millimeters
  • Model Year2020
  • Display TypeDigital
  • Special featuressmartwatch, touchscreen, heart rate, activity tracking
  • Operating SystemWear OS by Google
  • Dial colorDigital
  • Case MaterialAluminum
  • Band width18 millimeters
  • Special FeatureTouchscreen, Heart rate, Activity tracking, Smartwatch
  • MovementSmart Watch
  • WarrantyIf youd like a copy of the manufacturers warranty for a product found on Amazon.com, you can contact the manufacturer directly or visit their website for more information. Manufacturers warranties may not apply in all cases, depending on factors like the use of the product, where the product was purchased, or who you purchased the product from. Please review the warranty carefully, and contact the manufacturer if you have any questions.
  • Screen Size1.2 Inches
  • CalendarDay Date Month
  • Case diameter42 millimeters
  • Wireless Communication StandardBluetooth
  • Band sizeWomens Standard
  • Memory Storage Capacity4 GB
  • Item weight4.23 Ounces
  • Band ColorPink
  • Band MaterialSilicone
  • Bezel materialAluminum
  • ClaspSingle prong buckle
  • Item ShapeRound
  • Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth, Wi Fi, USB, GPS
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Expert opinion

The Fossil Gen 5E 42mm Stainless Steel Touchscreen Smartwatch is a great product that provides a wealth of features and benefits. It has an always on display that can be personalized with thousands of watch faces and hundreds of apps from assistant to fitness, payments, music, social, news, games, stopwatches and more. The touch screen makes this watch easy to navigate and control, while the swimproof design makes it perfect for all kinds of activities.

The watch is equipped with advanced sensors that give you access to a range of health and fitness metrics such as activity goals, steps taken, sleep tracking and heart rate monitoring. It also has GPS which helps you track your distance and path when running or walking. You can also stay connected with notifications for calls, texts, apps and automatic time/time zone/calendar syncing. The battery also lasts up to 24 hours in normal mode or multiple days in extended battery mode depending on usage.

This watch is perfect for anyone looking for a stylish way to stay connected and track their health and fitness goals. With its modern design and impressive range of features, this watch is sure to be a hit with tech fans who want something that looks good but still offers plenty of functionality. Its intuitive interface makes it easy to use even if you re not tech savvy. Plus, Android users can get extra help from Alexa by downloading the Amazon Alexa for Smart Watches app from the Play Store.

Overall, the Fossil Gen 5E 42mm Stainless Steel Touchscreen Smartwatch is an excellent choice if you re looking for a stylish way to stay connected while still being able to track your health and fitness goals. Its intuitive design makes it easy to use while providing plenty of features that make it worth the investment. I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for an all in one smartwatch experience.

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Jim Williams is an expert in electronics and software products, and he loves to review them. He is an experienced and highly-respected professional who is passionate about his work and helping others get the most out of their products.

Jim has over 20 years of experience in the electronics and software industry, and has worked in various roles. He is currently working as a technology consultant, helping businesses and entrepreneurs develop new products and services.

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