I've had this GW7 for about two weeks now, upgrading from the GW4 (which has been fantastic since day 1). The interface is really nice and smooth and fluid, and it's clear there's been a lot of work done with Wear OS in the past couple of years. If you've previously owned and loved a Samsung watch, this one will only grow that love even more.
The device itself is mostly physically unchanged from the previous non-Classic or Ultra models, and your old watch bands (20mm) will fit the 7, as well as a few of the cases. It feels like it weighs the same and definitely fits the same as previous models, so you know it's comfortable when worn.
The updated Wear OS 5 with OneUI 6 is great. It feels snappy and by and large it looks much the same as previous versions, with the exception of a vastly-updated PIN unlock screen. Suffice to say that the software is maturing very well under Samsung and Google's combined efforts.
I don't use a Samsung phone so there are a few features I don't get access to. Primarily it's the AI features that I lack exposure to. Typically the Blood Pressure and ECG functions wouldn't be supported, either, but there is a pretty simple way around that if you have a Pixel or other non-Samsung phone.
Charging this device seems to take just as long as previous models, so there's not a lot of advancement in this category. The charger puck now comes with a USB-C connection rather than the USB-A from the days of old.
There are a lot of reasons that I am glad I upgraded, and with a great deal, I feel like I got a stellar watch and experience.
Es el primer Samsung Watch que tengo, tenía un Fossil. En general me gusta bastante pero la verdad es me esperaba más y mejor. Hay poca variedad de esferas. Lo único que hago de deporte es cycling spinning y no lo reconoce automáticamente. Cuando lo programo no me indica los km o millas, distancia y velocidad. No entiendo cómo Samsung aún no ha actualizado esto. Esto sí que fue un poco decepcionante. Y el tema de la bateria está bien pero casi no he podido probar el sueño porque estoncés no me queda batería para el día siguiente.
The battery drains too quickly. It's different from the Watch 5 I used before.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
4
Performance
3
Design
4
Value
4
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, December 16, 2024
Hello Amy, Thank you for finding the time out to share your sentiments with us about your Samsung Galaxy Watch7. We appreciate your feedback as it allows us to improve the design and functionality of our product line while we remain committed to constant innovation. Our goal is for our customers to feel like they are having the most marvelous experiences when using our products. Samsung provides a 12-month warranty on our products for manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship, linked below. There are several reasons why your Galaxy Watch may be experiencing battery drain or have decreased battery life. For example, certain apps can increase battery consumption. Please take a moment to review, "Reduced battery life on your Samsung smart watch" to conduct some troubleshooting steps on your device to help resolve what you may be experiencing with your battery life. If you have any questions for us after reviewing this resource or if you would like any further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to Samsung Support at your earliest convenience. Thank you for being a treasured Samsung customer. - Debra