Ticwatch S Review: Android Wear On The Cheap

[@TheMrMobile]

[THIS JUST IN] If you want a *further* discount on the Ticwatch S & E, I've been told to keep an eye on the Ticwatch site starting the week of December 4: mrmobile.tech/4er (No, it's not an ad or a sponsored shout-out ... just a heads-up that I got from the PR folks. Take it for what it's worth!)

[@XeniX237]

Kyler Production watch the video

[@yannick2237]

Kyler Production yes they have.

[@tottyRICE]

Is the HR automatic 24hr read or manual?

[@Ken419_]

Will keep an eye out.

[@rakshitaprayaga]

Please review the HTC U11 Plus!😀 I hope u like that phone 😀

[@krishnansen1301]

The strip was truly innovative, it's a great feature.

[@leocheung2547]

Krishnan Sen ticwatch probably wasn't able to integrate it due to the limitation of Android wear. The last watch ran on their own OS.

[@SpcT0rres]

Yeah this is what i don't get about the review. The watches he used as examples; Samsung & Apple, both use their own OS not Android Wear.

[@Arts11234]

That's beauty of creating your own hardware and OS you can implement anything you want. This may not be true but I never heard or experience any software lag on Galaxy gear or Apple watch as opposed to Android watch OS.

[@mohamedmoues8564]

SpcT0rres what's about LG watch

[@tams805]

A great feature sure, but innovative?!

[@SyedTauhidul]

I still miss pebble. :(

[@corombb]

Like if you're watching this on a Pebble

[@Krystalmyth]

Real shame about Pebble. Real people tech... And they're gone.

[@reinubeton]

😫😫😫😫😫

[@dedede666]

I still don't know what to do if my Pebble time steel dies

[@heldermendesbaiao6701]

The difference with Pebble is that it had a soul. I mean all those little extras that you get and that made the Pebble a friendly product. The other watches are mainly fitness obsessed, or too expensive, or complicated objetcs with useless features and no battery-life.. Pebble was just the good product for a daily smartwatch.

[@heffaazul]

I'll put on a smart watch around 2020 when the graphene batteries come out. A once a week charge I can handle. An everyday charge defeats the purpose of a wearing a watch.

[@MrMrabaunza]

Jeff Blue that's the main reason I returned my smartwatch last week. I don't want to have to charge the damn thing every day. 5+ days battery life and I'm in.

[@heffaazul]

karma's a bitch Exactly

[@YouwereWondering_TAW]

Haha, that very true, they are not the most practical smartphone accessory to have right now, a normal watch does a better job over all, without ever worrying about recharging or pairing and all that. Yeah, may be in the future it may turn out to be a good product, but the idea of wearables isn't something the interest me that much right now. I create tech based contents in my channel, if you got some time please do give it a look.

[@MichaelGGarry]

I have a Samsung Fit 2 and the charge on that lasted days at a time. Whats the issue with charging once a day, especially when its a quick charge anyway? Just charge it when you go shower and eat your breakfast and its done. I never had an issue with that. I did have an issue with Samsungs design and its charging pins *failing* because of apparent corrosion though. GRRRR

[@nazrinasraf5819]

Jeff Blue im using huami amazfit and it can last a week with a charge. But the only con is it isnt an android wear.

[@KregSteppe]

I will always be a Pebble torch bearer. However, I picked up a Gear S3 and although big, I love it. Tic should have stuck with the strip.

[@Baio001]

I bought the Misfit Vapor recently and I’m happy with it, despite the lack of built in gps!

[@tobiasf4782]

You know what? I still want Pebble back and feel like no product can match up the second generation Pebble watches.. :/

[@johannlopez4524]

Look at the amazefit bip

[@HollywoodJBlaq]

I have the Ticwatch S during the kickstarter campaign. I received it a couple of weeks ago. I love it. It's a simple Android Wear watch that is meant for budget buyers. It suits my needs well and functions properly, the 2 things I ask for out on any device. If you want premium features by all means buy a premium Android Wear watch. But for those that don't want to drop $200+, this is for us. People out here are trying to compare it to expensive smartwatches and it's not. Mr. Mobile alluded to that. And the Ticwatch stays in its lane and does it better than anyone out there.

[@simonaverbukh7316]

It’s finally great to see a KZbinr that is actually reviewing the products instead of taking bribes for good ones.

[@Wander1236]

The strip might have been removed for compatibility reasons. With a custom OS, you can build it with the features you want in mind. With Android Wear, you're dealing with a generic OS. The project might have been more than the company was willing to handle.

[@rafalg87]

If LG and Movado can use a rotating crown for scrolling then Ticwatch certainly could have integrated their strip.

[@TheMrMobile]

Mobvoi's reply came too late to include in my VO, but the company says the decision was made to keep the costs down.

[@Toblehrone]

It should have worked with AW. I believe this watch would be great as a budget-friendly entry device for people looking for a stop-gap bodge to fill up where Pebble used to be, but I do hope the strip comes back, it has great potential.

[@AyySorento]

I owned a Pebble for 3 years, then backed the Ticwatch E on Kickstarter. I'm very happy with it so far. Exactly everything I need and want for a great prince.

[@LewysC]

Ticwatch 2 except it's not a Ticwatch because it doesn't have the tickle feature >

[@skyliechia]

>_

[@FulaniTribesman]

Honestly, I don't watch anyone else's reviews any more. Why bother? You're darn good at what you do Mike.

[@ZeroXAlAttas]

it's weird because it's name comes from tickle. but without the ticle touch strip, it should be called something else. I still got my ticwatch 2 and i still love it

[@pipsta]

There's alot of watch puns in this video, watch out for those.

[@Phromate]

I was gifted the Ticwatch E for Christmas. This is my first smartwatch so that's why I went with it. Not a bad wearable for the price.

[@JayQwerty105]

Definitely worth mentioning that the S model has music storage capabilities! I've been on the smartwatch hunt for running + bluetooth headphones that doesn'tt cost $600+ and no bulky thickness or face.

[@johnjames6630]

I don't understand why other tech youtubers have more subs and views than you....... You make the best tech review content on youtube!!

[@glin8252]

i got this watch about week ago and it worked flawless for me, the battery is super good, only drop about 20-30 percent battery in 6 hours, and is super light the one thing is i cannot connect this thing to its official ticwear app and i can only sync it via android wear

[@fifen1846]

G Lin mine connects to ticwatch app just fine

[@glin8252]

theres one call ticwatch and one called ticwear, i can connect to ticwatch app but cannot connect to ticwear

[@fifen1846]

Ticwear was for the ticwatch 2. You have the s or e. So you don't need ticwear app

[@glin8252]

yeah but the ticwatch app can do so little and ticwear has a lot more features in the app help u manage ur watch

[@zacharycanter1797]

G Lin i have it are you using ticwear or ticwatch you should use ticwatch there is a difference

[@seanerzat]

Got my Pebble Time early 2016, still love it.

[@FluffyBunnyCat]

I managed to buy a ticwatch E, S and 2 for in total of $60. only the S had a screen issue, everything else works, Plus they're like new. These watches are still great 2022

[@AAGamingandTech]

Nice video! You inspire me to make my own video's better, and to make them more informative. You are one of the best tech reviewers out there! I love your vids as well.

[@Ozoingo2]

I still think used is the best route for budget smart watch buyers, I got a Moto 360 sport for 100aud (75usd) and I love it.

[@GabrielIgnacio]

Ozoingo2 Depends on where you look too. I actually got a "refurbished" Gear S2 3G for $100 off of eBay some time back. Verified it with an IMEI checker as well as the seller and learned that my watch was actually an overstock item and thus, new.

[@stanleysandeep]

Mr. Mobile...this video's intro with that watch in cup and the bg music...AMAZING...😍

[@RobinJamesEricBond]

I would recommend the smartwatches from Fossil Q Gen 3! Such as the Explorist. The only downside with it was the battery life but that's not really a problem limited to it. You get a smartwatch that is more of a watch with smart features rather than an electronics device that tries to be a watch

[@karthikgnskasi6196]

Guess I'll be sticking to my pebble 2+ for a while.... I purchased the pebble evem it was sold out to fitbit.... Based on your review Michael and iam enjoying it.... 6days of battery life is unbeatable by any smartwatch.... It might take me some time to move over to the touch ones..... 😊 thanks for sharing the usefully useful info.... Mr. Mobile

[@Nick-to4wb]

thumbs down for the loss in the touch strip. all smart watches should have a someway to navigating without using the screen.

[@hyadav1]

*a month ago* why is mr.mobile not uploading videos *now* i can’t keep up

[@hendrikhegik2823]

I'm here from the sponsored LTT Video wich didn't have any real world experiences covered! Your video is totally worth watching!

[@SuperSweetToffee]

I don't understand why they removed the best feature

[@craftman780]

I'm not a very sports oriented person, so I'll be getting the Tickwatch E. I ordered one on January 1st, and the package was lost by the carrier... Hopefully it doesn't happen this time... But when I do get it, I will wear it basically everyday. :D

[@fifen1846]

Got the E. I really like it. Much better than the Moto e first gen

[@OLBastholm]

Kenyon Scheid The Moto E is a phone, though...

[@LOKO22Bach]

0:05 dat transition tho

[@JennyEverywhere]

I adore my Ticwatch 2. The Ticwatch E looks like a potential replacement if something goes hideously wrong with my 2, but frankly, I'd probably buy a new 2 if this one died. I'm used to the UI, and it seems to do pretty much everything I need. I can control my audiobook listening, set the volume, see notifications from Google Hangouts and reply to them by voice from the watch (so long as the reply is SHORT), and scroll through emails. I have the rubber volcano, and yeah, it feels a bit cheap and ewwww, but I don't have to HOLD the thing for it to WORK. That's the one I have at my bedside. I have an aftermarket (Lamshaw, I think...) stand charger I use next to my workstation downstairs, and have a nifty 3d-printed stand that accepts the regular puck charger that I keep on the kitchen table. I put the watch on it if I'm doing a lot of dishwashing or such. I don't want to risk clobbering the thing with too much of an immersion. Of the three, the volcano works best, because it hangs the watch at a good angle to use it as a bedside clock. The Lamshaw charger works, but I think it tries to charge a tad too fast, as I've noticed it gets the watch just a _skosh_ too warm. The 3d printed one is nice, but it holds the watch at the wrong angle to use it as a clock -- the face is turned 90 degrees off, so the watchface is on its side. A pity, the thing looks pretty. If I could figure out how to set the watch to allow the face to rotate 90 degrees instead of always 180, it'd be great. (You don't happen to know how to do that, do you?) The only thing I find annoying is the distressing lack of 100% compatibility with Android Wear. It limits what more I can do with the watch. But for watchfaces, the ones they have at Mobvoi, plus the paid version of Watchmaker, satisfy my need for new, nifty watch faces. I just wish the Wear compatibility was better, so I could use the moving-map Google Maps watchface. (You don't happen to know...well, you get the drift.) I have a lovely magnetic loop strap on my 2, the Lamshaw with the titanium dioxide rainbow finish. It's stunning, and I've gotten lots of compliments on it. Of course, you have to be careful at restaurants, because the clasp will sometimes pick up silverware when your wrist gets too close to the tabletop.

[@moody_moolga]

Micheal!!!! I missed you so much! I used to see you on Pocket now. Today, I saw this video in suggestions. You’re great! Subscribed.

[@Chemy.]

I follow their Facebook group, the customers looks happy about the product. Nice review as always my friend so liked as usual.

[@aujasviluthra]

I was about to go to sleep but then I saw Mr mobile uploaded...

[@GiovanniCheng]

I'm so glad to see a professional well known reviewer review this watch. I hope you review the E as well

[@edgardosoto4193]

Is the same but the straps are removable on the e.

[@johnmanley4528]

Nice review Michael. Another point I would add, add I also have the S, is that it's uncomfortable to wear a watch that has the GPS built into the bands. The bands are just too rigid. They should have built GPS into the watch and made the bands replaceable.

[@flybriur]

John Manley Thsts what the Ticwatch E is for. Sounds like you need to sell your S and get the E.

[@johnmanley4528]

flybriur I ordered on Kickstarter and did not realize the S has a non changeable band. I did not see a way to change my order after the fact so had to stick with what I selected.

[@flybriur]

Damn, that sucks. Maybe you can get lucky and offload it for a decent price and then get the E.

[@Akash-245]

As usual, Mr mobile at his best 🤘

[@angelguidesabbath]

YESSS!! Someone finally said it, thank you Mr. Mobile 😁👍 No tickle strip, was a let down. Nfc would of hit the sweet spot.

[@abdurrob5067]

What do you think of the Samsung gear S2 classic, is it still worth it? Or is it better to get this?

[@benjaminlee3669]

Considering the price aspect, I think this mediatek powered Android smartwatch still continues to be one of the best option for consumers esp to wear with sports wear.

[@AWilson3342]

Hey MrMobile, you should look into the ZeTime! It was also a kickstarter funded project that seems to work very well with some cool features. I definitely like mine a fair bit.

[@Isti115]

Yay! "53 minutes ago" I was waiting for this for sooo long after your Ticwatch 2 review! :) I mean, I already have the watch ordered and shipped and I'm just waiting for it to arrive, so I hope that this will turn out to be a positive review! ;) Edit: It mostly did. :) I mean, I have never tried the touch strip, so I I can't compare to that, which means that it's lack probably won't bug me too much.

[@efboli]

There's still nothing better than Pebble. Getting my first Pebble 2 soon.

[@jonkki]

On this channel, I don't skip ads.

[@anthonydotb]

Michael, you should try the Fossil Q Explorist. It's a great looking no nonsense watch.

[@zeighy]

Is the E also waterproof? Even for just splashes?

[@Reesabh9]

Always Waiting for your New videos Because Your Reviews Are the best...and beast.. I'm sure... In next 6.5 months you will hit 1m Subs... Lots Of Love. From 🇮🇳. India... ❤️❤️

[@sheldondukharan29]

Hey Michael. I'm looking to get a smartwatch but I love my conventional wrist watches so ideally I'm looking for a smartwatch thats round with an okay size bezel (+43mm) and most importantly has Interchangeable bands for work and the gym and also HR tracking is a must. Can you please give me a recommendation. Thanks man.

[@Manoj-wr2ew]

Bro the strap is broken..can we get in market? For this watch

[@deepee1544]

I'd watch you review a cardboard box Michael. Best tech reviewer on KZbin!

[@CarlViola]

Such a shame it doesn't include NFC.

[@no-rg8ij]

Is it compatible with the essential phone.

[@MadNitr0]

Mr Mobile Help! My pebble is dieing! What should I get my self for Xmas this year To replace my pebble?

[@Lostcause1974]

What would you say is the best entry smartphone aka lowest cost that has NFC/Android pay?

[@OfficialGamesky]

R.I.P. Pebble. (Although I still rock mine)

[@Mrazgoodaz]

Is it compatible with Samsung Health?

[@MoonyD911]

I bought a Ticwatch S myself, have no real complaints to be honest other than I wish that the battery life lasted longer than a day. Never really cared for Apple pay so it doesn't bother me.

[@varunkesari1368]

Thanks for reviewing it, and taking my suggestion on Twitter. #MrMobileTheBest

[@Hobbles_]

As you didn't specifically call out anything surrounding performance, I'm going to assume that means it wasn't an issue? I'm fairly certain performance hasn't been too much of an issue on Android Wear since the second generation Android Wear watches started coming out (from what I've heard, not from experience), but I would appreciate some clarification! As a side note, I'm curious, would you personally like to see an Android Wear watch with a fully featured Samsung Pay, or are you smartwatch platform agnostic enough to simply wear a Tizen watch if you want that feature?

[@TheMrMobile]

Correct, no issues with performance despite the MTK chipset (which I was a little worried about). As for Samsung Pay (with MST technology) -- it's an amazing feature and I'd love to see it everywhere. But Samsung's got the lock on it for now, and soon everything'll be NFC anyway.

[@alexreems]

Have you had any chance to test it with iOS?

[@JimmyConway1990]

Your videos are more soothing than my coffee!

[@nakog8686]

I got my Ticwatch E a while ago, my only complaint is the battery life, but that said I was used to my Pebble Time and it's ~5 day battery life

[@DebraDukes]

MrMobile Awesome review as usual Thanks so much for sharing Deb ✌️👍

[@td121136]

hi would like to check with you, is the watch come with the continous heart rate sensor? does it accurate?

[@dylandajhharwood5566]

Android Pay smartwatch roundup! I really want a smartwatch (or ring) that works in AP.

[@oliversmith7354]

This is one very innovative smart watch and I was surprised to know it was powered by a mediatek processor!

[@oneofthesidemen]

Can you review the Huami Amazfit Stratos?

[@GoProMeetsAeon]

S or E? which is better?

[@chiragsingla8710]

Congratulations for half million subscribers. Stay mobile Mr. Mobile....

[@Souls4Roca]

I have the e and the mediatek they use does a surprisingly good job

[@GlenBarnett]

Great review once again dude. You never fail to impress. 👍

[@TheJuliusantony]

Tic watch should also have a camera actually than it's a perfect smart watch

[@harshagurulingappa5802]

Ticwatch S what I brought had few serious defects. Calls and SMS did not work time to time. GPS was terrible. I went for 1 hr biking for "16 km". It showed 95 km in 1 hr with avg. speed 86 km/h and top speed 450 km/hr (by bike not flight). Do not want to blame the product as such but the 'brand new piece' I received was just horrible.

[@ItsMeEbby]

Got the E. Love it. Also, miss my Pebble.

[@jtdougl8842]

As always, great video man!

[@kartikkumbhare8847]

Mrmobile can you PLEASE also review the ticwatch e?

[@karthikgnskasi6196]

Its 1 am in india and here iam watching this awesome video of mr. Mobile.... 😊 keep rocking....

[@andrewjohnson1486]

Watching this in 2021 and this is still an effective product. This is what happens when you use a good Mediatek chipset and latest technologies.

[@nrapendrabanarji9450]

What is the name of video editor that you use?

[@darrenorange2982]

If it had NFC I'd buy it right now.

[@JanLotan]

Don't always look for cheap items. Save and spend your money on things you really like.

[@MerrittCluff]

My favorite reviewer. Thank you for this assessment. But I still think wearable connected watches are just not for me.

[@rohitsharmabommireddipalli8800]

have u tried garmin vivoactive 3

[@raulbrito3908]

Please, review the *Misfit Vapor*

[@AlexPaluzzi]

Not "much lower" than the LG Watch Sport anymore. You can generally find them new for $230-$240.

[@alayyubi7046]

Has internal storage? Can save music files such as mp3 in it?

[@BlackKnight_217]

New companies these days innovate in their first couple of products for marketing and to build a fanbase,,, and then they go mainstream and eventually fade out.

[@DigiDoc101]

I would like to see Amazfit Stratos reviewed. Thanks

[@Marco3202002]

So what kind of timeframe can we expect for the review on the E model that’s 159? Then a comparison video between this and the LG Watch Sport that you so love so much which is where I’m looking to get for my first smart watch.

[@TheMrMobile]

This'll mark the end of my Ticwatch coverage until the next big revision. The E is very similar apart from style. As for the LG Watch Sport - I really like it but that's almost entirely thanks to the RSB. It's still too expensive to recommend to the masses, IMO. Battery is terrible too.

[@Marco3202002]

MrMobile [Michael Fisher] thanks for the quick reply and the honesty. Sounds like it’s more likely I should wait and be patient, also love that coffee shop in Union SQ. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽.

[@flybriur]

Marco Sawyer I have the E, and it's great, especially for the price I got it for. When on sale again soon, it's a great buy for the money. Btw, the E is super light (surprisingly so) so it's very comfortable to wear.

[@Marco3202002]

flybriur same functionality as the S one or what is there for differences between the two?

[@kntwing23]

Does it work for I phone 7?

[@alukeofalltrades]

Normally I'd be a bit infuriated by the same sponsor for every video but thrifter is actually an awesome site that I've found useful

[@rayansailani4465]

If that rotating bezel feature was present.. This buy wud be as convincing as buying a 1+5 T!

[@shasterdhari]

What's that microchip ring you're wearing?

[@TheMrMobile]

Sesame Ring containing my public transport pass: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJaYZ59rpdCMbsk

[@shasterdhari]

Oh cool, that's awesome! I wonder if it works with Presto in Toronto. If so, I'll definitely pick one up. Thanks for the link!

[@khurramrizvi153]

+MrMobile[Michael Fisher] How many times did you dunk the watch befor final shot...lol

[@stefanr1685]

Do check out the Zeblaze smartwatches whenever possible!

[@ogbenyiegbe]

Great review. I own the watch and I agree with all the reviewer says in this video . Thanks

[@ksr2513]

can you play games and watch youtube,social media?