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Apple  Watch Series 3 vs Fossil FTW6043

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Apple  Watch Series 3Fossil FTW6043
Title Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS, 38mm) - Silver Aluminum Case with White Sport BandFossil Unisex 40MM Gen 4 Sloan HR Heart Rate Stainless Steel Mesh Touchscreen Smart Watch, Color: Rose Gold/Silver Sloan (Model: FTW6043)
Model Apple
 Watch Series 3
Fossil
FTW6043

Basic Info

Suggested Price $169.00$129.00
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Release Nov 2018

Overview

DescriptionLow and high heart rate notifications. Emergency SOS. New Breathe watch faces. Automatic workout detection. New yoga and hiking workouts. Advanced features for runners like cadence and pace alerts. New head-to-head competitions. Activity sharing with friends. Personalized coaching. Monthly challenges and achievement awards. You can use Walkie-Talkie, make phone calls, and send messages. Listen to Apple Music¹ and Apple Podcasts. And use Siri in all-new ways. Apple Watch Series 3 lets you do it all right from your wrist.
Top Features
  • GPS
  • Retina display
  • Swimproof
  • Optical heart sensor
  • Stores music, podcasts, and audiobooks
  • Elevation
  • Emergency SOS
  • S3 chip with dual-core processor
  • watchOS with Activity trends, cycle tracking, hearing health innovations, and the App Store on your wrist
  • Aluminum case
  • Smartwatches powered with wear OS by Google work with iPhone and Android phones ; Circumference: 190+/- 5mm
  • Heart rate and activity tracking using Google fit; Built-in GPS for Distance tracking; swimproof design 3Atm; Google assistant built in - it’s your own personal Google, always ready to help; speed through checkout with your watch using Google pay
  • This is one smart watch - Receive smartphone notifications and app Alerts, manage your calendar, control your music, Download third party apps (your favorite ride-sharing or music apps), and customize your watch face; touchscreen functionality, built-in fitness Tracker, Microphone, music storage and controls, custom goal and Alarm settings, calendar Alerts, Multiple Time Zones, weather, LED Flashlight, wireless syncing
  • Estimated 24 hour Battery Life, Based on usage plus 2 additional days in low-power mode; magnetic usb rapid Charger included; charge UP to 80 percent in under an hour
  • Classic design. Modern tech. This 40mm Sloane hr (heart rate) touchscreen smartwatch lets you track your heart rate, Receive notifications, customize your Dial and more; case size: 40mm; Band size: 18mm; interchangeable with all Fossil 18mm bands; imported
  • Compatibility: Android 6.0+ (excluding Go edition), iOS 10.0+

Reviews

Walmart Rating5.0 (out of 2 reviews)3.4 (out of 54 reviews)
BestBuy Rating4.8 (out of 19760 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Very happy!
Rating: 5
Oh wow! So impressed with the delivery time. I think I got my watch 2 days after I ordered it. The watch was very well packaged too! The watch itself is exactly what I needed and wanted. I needed to replace my series 2 watch since the screen cracked and it wasnt worth getting fixed (unfortunately, thanks apple...), so the series 3 is perfect and does everything I need it to. Thank you Walmart!!
by Cara on 2020-08-25T17:00:00

The Little Apple
Rating: 5
I have purchased this Apple Watch 3-series July 13th, 2020, and I absolutely adore this watch. It was inexpensive compared to the Apple Watch 4-series and 5-series, as well, at $169.00 plus applicable taxes and shipping. However, it does everything I wanted to do, plus some: heart-rate monitor, view, read, and respond to text messages; set alarm clock, let you inhale and exhale periodically throughout the day with an app built inside the watch, among others. It is like your smartphone within a smartphone with features as dial and talk, let someone start their vehicle from the watch itself. To make a long story short, I don't think anyone would be disappointed with this device. Although, the screen size is incredibly smaller than the 4-series, as well as 5-series.
by Kool on 2020-08-05T17:00:00

Amazing!!!
Rating: 5
i love it! It came the very next morning, band new and in perfect condition. Definitely was a great buy
by Deja on 2020-07-07T17:00:00

Apple Watch series 3
Rating: 5
Love my watch even though it was delayed a day or 2. It works perfectly fine and got it at a good price. Happy Online pickup store customer.
by KC on 2020-05-11T17:00:00

The best gift eva
Rating: 5
My son loved it he’s 19 !!the best
by Trina on 2020-04-15T17:00:00

This watch is amazing!!
Rating: 5
This watch is amazing!! It tracks my steps and has already helped me make healthier choices.
by purplepanda on 2020-05-04T17:00:00

Chrissy
Rating: 5
Love love love highly recommended
by christina on 2020-04-29T17:00:00

Keeps me moving!!
Rating: 5
I am almost 70 and I was able to pretty much set my Apple Watch up by myself without any issues. Had my son show me a couple of other things that I could add on there but so far its been wonderful
by Else on 2020-08-17T17:00:00

Sorry Fitbit therea new Guy on my wrist!!!Hello AW
Rating: 5
This watch was recommended to me by my Niece. She did a great job, with her research, it was at a good and also decent price. My Fitbit put me down but my Apple Watch is Great thus far.
by Cheryl on 2020-08-04T17:00:00


Rating: 5
Had mine almost 3 months works great , easy to set up , havent had any problems so far love it would totally recomend
by James on 2020-07-28T17:00:00

I love this!!!
Rating: 5
I love this watch! From the second I saw it I fell in love! It is affordable and beautiful! It was glitching at first but once it fully updated and got set up I haven't had any issues! It works with my Android with no issues. The wear os app had a few options for the watch face but I didn't really like them. I was able to download an app on my phone that gave me access to a lot more options!
by Ophelia on 2020-04-25T17:00:00

Yes I would buy again
Rating: 5
I ordered another knid of watch but they had sold out. I waited a week later and found this watch and I love it
by shay on 2020-05-27T17:00:00

Love this watch!
Rating: 5
I have went from having the Apple Watch series 1 for four years and have made the switch over to this watch. I love it. I was getting so tired of the Apple Watch and the bulky square design. It was a small screen as well especially compared to this watch. I love how big and round the screen is on this one and I love the touchscreen of it!! Definitely way better than the Apple Watch. It's much cuter and dressier for work now and looks so much better with my outfits!
by Hannah on 2020-05-05T17:00:00

Love this watch!
Rating: 5
I had went without wearing a watch for 5 years and decided I wanted to start wearing one again. After researching and reading numerous reviews, I decided on this one. So far, I've had no problems with it. I don't have a need to use apps from the watch throughout the day, so battery life has not been an issue for me. (I was concerned about this from other reviews). It is comfortable to wear and I love the magnetic band. Classy, comfortable, and practical for my needs!
by Angie on 2019-12-16T16:00:00

Love it!!
Rating: 5
I love my fossil smartwatch!! I got the gen 4 silver mesh band with magnetic closure. Has gold around the face. So matches both my wedding sets. Still learning about the watch. I've had it 2 1/2 weeks.
by Peggy on 2019-10-24T17:00:00

Elegant
Rating: 4
I like this watch. Elegant and accurate. Cons: slow processor and battery life
by Youniquely on 2020-05-20T17:00:00

Falling apart...literally
Rating: 2
I love this watch! It's gorgeous, but that's where it stops. I bought it last November and it is already falling apart. I wear it maybe 2-3x per week maximum. The backing had become unglued. Prior to this, the screen was freezing and I would have to restart it which is very annoying. I sent it in for repairs, we'll see where that goes.
by Liya on 2019-11-17T16:00:00

FELL APART AFTER JUST 30 DAYS OF MINIMAL USE
Rating: 1
Purchased it for my wife on 12/2/2019, the back of the watch (charging plate) fell right off after less than 30 days of use. And to add insult to injury, although it is covered under warranty, one has to "request" a repair quote delaying the process of getting the watched shipped, repaired, and returned. We shall see how long this process takes. I have been recommending Fossil smartwatches since their arrival in the US, 3 of the 4 smartwatches in my family are Fossil Smartwatches...that will soon change. I should have gotten her an iWatch!
by Mickey on 2020-01-23T16:00:00

I would not buy this product, customer service is horrible.
Rating: 1
I have waited to post this review to see if my issues had been resolved. From the first day I got the watch, it would not connect with my phone. I contacted customer care to see what could be done, first of all, all responses take 24 hours, I have done a factory reset on my watch no less than 10 times. This has been a very frustrating process, now, they want me to send back my new watch for repair.
by jidaho on 2019-11-18T16:00:00

I would not buy this product and future generations
Rating: 1
Overall the apps and their connectivity is perfect. I enjoy how seamless was to connect my clock with the phone and the app and view my data. The hardware here is the problem. Who uses glue for a sport clock?? My clock fell apart in less than a year and I have been using it for 5 months everyday. They should not use glue for a clock that is supposed to be sport and that you can use to swim.
by Mary FR on 2020-05-15T17:00:00

All Features

Voice Assistant Built-inSiri
Case MaterialAluminum
SeriesSeries 3
Operating System CompatibilityApple iOS
Bluetooth EnabledYes
Screen MaterialIon-X Glass
Operating SystemwatchOS
Usage Time18 hours
Backlit DisplayNo
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
NFC TechnologyYes
Additional Accessories Included1m Magnetic Charging Cable
Color CategorySilver
Display TypeOLED
Maximum Wrist Size7.87 inches
Product Height1.52 inches
RechargeableYes
Model FamilyApple Watch Series 3
Band MaterialFluoroelastomer
Mobile Payment Service SupportedApple Pay
Adjustable BrightnessYes
Model NumberMTEY2LL/A
Adjustable Band LengthYes
Replaceable BatteryNo
Vibration AlertYes
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance164 feet
Wi-Fi CompatibilityWireless B
Minimum Wrist Size5.12 inches
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
Customizable Watch FacesYes
Case Thickness0.45 inches
Works WithSiri
Global PositioningGPS
Case ShapeRectangular
Alert TypeVibration
Internal Memory Capacity8 gigabytes
Screen Size38 millimeters
Clock DisplayYes
Display ScreenYes
Product Weight0.94 ounces
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Band TypeSport Band
Band ColorWhite
Charging Interface(s)Wireless
Voice ActivatedYes
Case Size38 millimeters
Metrics MeasuredCadence
Product TypeSmartwatch
Product Depth0.45 inches
Built-In MicrophoneYes
Water ResistantYes
Case Back MaterialComposite
Multi-Sport TrackingYes
Case Width1.31 inches
Form FactorWristwatch
Music PlayerYes
Bluetooth Version4.2
Touch ScreenYes
Color DisplayYes
SensorsAccelerometer
releaseNov 2018
ColorSilver Aluminum
Product NameApple Watch Series 3 (GPS) 38mm Silver Aluminum Case with White Sport Band
BrandApple
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