Tissot T-Touch Connect Solar Smartwatch Review and full walkthrough with T-Connect App

[@svdnipro]

Yesterday I purchased this model in titanium. It's just a song! The perfect combination of Swiss quality and advanced technology. Everything connected easily. They look like a million! Thank you, Tissot! Warm greetings to everyone from free Ukraine!

[@DougFNJ]

Great watch! Which version did you get? I’m impressed that they sourced most materials even in the chip locally.

[@svdnipro]

@@DougFNJ, titanium bracelet.

[@djhawesable]

Excellent review, LOTS OF PEOPLE HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH CONNECTING VIA BLUETOOTH…THERE IS AN EASY FIX! SET THE DATE TO SWITZERLAND DATE! TRUST ME I TRIED PAIRING IT 15 TIMES BEFORE MY SON WAS ABLE TO FIND SOME OBSCURE COMMENT ABOUT IT AND IT WORKED RIGHT AWAY!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much for that tip!

[@bunyaadi]

I am picking mine up today hopefully. Thorough review and analysis. Being like mine is new this year, the firmware should have some of those updates you talk off.

[@DougFNJ]

Did you get it yet? What do you think?

[@johnleonard3806]

The best review I have seen for this product. Good job!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you John, happy these videos help

[@TheCerealHobbyist]

Thanks for all the great info! Lug to lug measurements would be a great addition to your reviews. Thanks again!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you! Thank you for the feedback. A number of people were asking, I’ve started giving lug to lug.

[@TheCerealHobbyist]

@@DougFNJ Excellent! Thanks for the reply!

[@christellefavre2554]

Good and complete presentation, word of Swiss guy!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching and the great feedback! I really appreciate that

[@MrTofy1974]

As a Swiss citizen living in Canada I must and always will buy Tissot watches... this has now moved up to my "must have watches"... time to save

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching. Please let me know what you think when you get it.

[@Mediocrates9]

*Time* to save That’s a good pun

[@Muiscfromthealps]

Wie findst Kanada von Schweiz?

[@mr.august12]

This is the best review for this watch! Got my Tissot titanium version with a titanium bracelet today! It is awesome and super classy! The phone/Watch finder is a great and cool feature.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you Laith! Great choice, happy this video helped

[@mr.august12]

@@DougFNJ It absolutely did!

[@davidrosenblum2178]

Comprehensive review...thanks! I have the T-Touch Solar in titanium and was thinking of this one. Saw it in a store and liked it.

[@DougFNJ]

At the time I reviewed it, it was so hard to get due to the limited release by region. You should be able to get it at a discount now.

[@pedropons2040]

Titanium with black rubber wrist band. Tissot is by far my fav watch brand. I inherited a beautiful OMEGA constellation but i gave it to my son. I was my dads. He's is walking the streets of glory. Both and son and I have watch fetishes. A safe craze but we can only wear one at a time. The touch crystal is amazing.

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks Pedro! The Omega is a beautiful watch to pass down, I'm glad he loves it. Amazing the differences in technology from one to the next. Tissot has really been putting out some great products. I am really looking forward to seeing where they go with these watches.

[@sumanmavinkurve8702]

awesome review. the size comparison with the others really gave me a good insight. thank you

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you, really happy these videos can be helpful.

[@johnrogers2957]

Good review of a complicated watch, good idea to compare sizes with other watches

[@DougFNJ]

It's a large one, I always find larger watches are good to get the comparisons so you know what you are looking forward to. Thank you very much for watching and taking time to comment John.

[@salesoffice]

Great review Doug,Just ordered one of these,Can’t wait.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback and you watching. Please let us know what you think when you get it!

[@DougFNJ]

@@djdoc06 I bought mine through Ticwatch based out of the UK. Arrived to USA in 2 days, and they have discounts for first time orders. www.ticwatches.com/tissot-t121-420-44-051-00-mens-t-touch-connect-solar-silver-titanium-watch-p35041/s35471?cid=USD

[@DougFNJ]

@@djdoc06 Glad you were able to order! I purchased around the holidays, may be why I got the discount. They still are selling these below retail which was good though. Please let us know what you think when you get it!!

[@martinontherox]

Thanks for this detailed review! Yesterday I buyed mine. The titanium colored clock with the black silicone wristlet. Unfortunately my wife is going to hide it until Christmas..😂 I'm so exited! Greetings from Germany!

[@DougFNJ]

You are going to love it! I hear that silicon is really comfortable. I'd like to hunt one down to swap out the bracelet sometimes.

[@damiantommy8966]

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[@billydominic4312]

@Damian Tommy instablaster ;)

[@damiantommy8966]

@Billy Dominic thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site through google and Im in the hacking process atm. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@damiantommy8966]

@Billy Dominic it did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D Thanks so much, you saved my account :D

[@stake6957]

That black with the orange lettering is looking real tough. I’m digging it. I’ll be looking for this when it launches in the U.S.

[@DougFNJ]

I went back and forth with the 2 versions, I ultimately picked this for the bracelet. If Tissot releases the black with the black bracelet, I would likely get it. Just a few more months away!

[@Eledvela]

April 30th, presale its running now.

[@jan490]

Appreciate the review Doug. Looks very nice for sure! Thank you for doing all the work to put together the video.

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Jan. I am really excited to see the direction this watch and platform will go with updates!

[@anth012]

Another great quality Review Doug. Really enjoy the detail you go into. Anyone looking at buying one of these should definitely watch this video. Keep up the good work. Thank you Mate.

[@jan490]

@@DougFNJ Doug, can I ask you if the stw can stay on the display indefinitely like it can on the original solar t-touch? I would like to run the stopwatch for timing purposes but be able to see it at a quick glance. Thanks!! :)

[@luigib2307]

I've watched a million T-Touch reviews on KZbin and yours is by far the most comprehensive. Nonetheless, I still have one burning question that no one has addressed, probably because such a feature doesn't exist on this timepiece. When the T-Touch connects to the phone, does the time on the watch refresh itself from the phone like an Oceanus will or in the same way an atomic watch will refresh itself overnight with a radio signal?????? Or, if there's no auto refresh, does the time on the T-Touch drift as any quartz would?? I am VERY interested in purchasing this watch if it has such a feature. Thanks.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much Luigi, sorry for the delayed response. The app updates the time, and it stays updated as long as it’s connected to the phone, I believe. May drift, but you can update at any time.

[@mgarula]

You can choose if you want the phone to sync the clock to your phone or not. By default it will sync to the phone when you do the app setup.

[@francescoanacreonte4207]

Great video,just a quick question does this watch support hourly chime or a beep ..many thanks

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you! Unfortunately no chime on these.

[@henriwolbrink]

I have had several Tissot watches and really love them. Navigator 3000, T-Touch, T-Touch 2, Expert, Expert 2, Expert Solar. Though last expert 2 lost it's turning bezel and Solar stopped charging after a year or 2. Sadly this latest one hasn't got the raised bezel. As I never had any of them with any scratch at all on the glass. Which I counted to the raised bezel. I think the long battery ife is a super addition. And most functions I will likely use, except for step/calorie/distance counters. Same like the temperature in the older version. But now at least getting data from phone. Other thing I would like to see is a full titanium version. Not too fond of black, or any other coating as in the end they will always show wear. Another problem I had with my solar was that during night. To see the time, I had to be lucky that dials were not covering display. And that It was in the correct mode. As I used to see home time or date etc. While during the night I only want a quick, 1 touch to see local time. Any other action would only wake me up.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. I'm not as concerned about the raised bezel with the sapphire crystal, I feel the bezel rounds it down a bit. The long battery is what I believe to be the biggest selling point to this watch, nothing out there touches it unless you go into the Casio G-Shock H1000 but that's digital and resin. All versions are Titanium, the black and gold versions are Titanium with PVD. I think these had to be titanium, the weight of steel would had made them too heavy for the size.Curous what happened to the solar on your Expert? Did Tissot cover that under warranty? Ive had many Solar G-Shocks....knock wood never had an issue with the battery. I love that they have the hands move out of the way when you want to read a message, pushing the crown activates the light. I've always like the T-Touch line, this new technology pushes it forward for sure.

[@henriwolbrink]

I am waiting for Tissot to pick up the Solar. I just love it in the full titanium version. Not sure what's wrong with it. When I place it under direct light. It's battery indicator blinks on the first bar. And that's where it stays. So it might also be a battery problem. But I will see what they find. And then just wait a while to see if they bring out another full titanium version. As this period is also not the best moment to invest in a new watch. I also love the 'blue-ish' carbon look solar cells on my solar. Thanks for your reply and great video. I just don't want to get a silicon band. Due to bad experience in loosing my Seiko Kinetic. That said titanium band and black watch doesn't look too bad either. Though I am sure they will bring out other combinations like they usually did.

[@roycedayton5364]

Best review yet!! Purchased one today Quick question how do I get the display screen to be brighter when in time mode??

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much, unfortunately I sold it a while ago. I’m guessing it should be in settings somewhere in the app? I wish I could be more helpful on that one.

[@roycedayton5364]

Hey Doug I have worked out there is not way to adjust - it is an “auto” feature and can be activated by touching the side buttons - works well and no issues with it 👌

[@henryjoyce7835]

I wish you had demonstrated the sound alerts. My biggest gripe about Casio and the B. Aerospace is the alarms and alerts are so quiet.

[@DougFNJ]

Only watch alarm that has some value is Apple Watch. Other makers need work in the speakers for sure.

[@telepresence]

I believe the watch now tracks activities using your phone’s GPS. But what about the built in GPS chip, is that used for anything other than the Bring Me Back feature?

[@DougFNJ]

Some watches use the phone and on board GPS for continuity and backup.

[@uds1968]

Hey..nice informative video...but the mobile connect app is still limitedly available and not available to dnload in India. Surprised as Tissot is ignoring one of the most important market in the world? do you know anything about this?

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for pointing that out Uday, I did not know that. You should reach out to their customer service and see when they will release it there.

[@brandonguidry3229]

I love t touch watches, I own 4 variants of them; nice watch and review!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching and taking time to give feedback, I appreciate that. Which version did you get?

[@brandonguidry3229]

@@DougFNJ Ive got the original t touch, the t touch ii, the t touch solar, and the sea touch.

[@jimherold7827]

@@DougFNJ Does this watch have the ability to have multiple timers? Like for instance, one for 1:00 minute and another for 3:00 minutes?

[@0163BTX]

Great review. Just one question because I didn't understand it well. Does the watch shows you incoming calls? The number, just a vibration because you have a call, anything?

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching, I wish I demoed that. When someone calls, you get the notification and the ability to accept or decline the call.....if you accept, then you just pick it up on the phone. That could vibrate or give you an audible signal or both.

[@j18ter]

For me a watch must put highest priority on keeping accurate time. Since it connects to a phone, which has radio communication and Internet connectivity, does it synchronize its time with the phone, or with network time via NTP? I don't see this mentioned on the Tissot Website, nor in your video. Having to adjust the time manually would be a deal breaker for me, might as well stick with mechanical watches then.

[@billyblanks6394]

Great review. Looking forward to getting one. Please keep up the nice work!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much Billy, more to come!!

[@freethinker3356]

Excellent video Doug, very informative and saved me tones of time reading the user manual, thumbs up!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you, happy to help!

[@elmerbertbalucos8659]

Very thorough reviewed Sir, does tissot release their latest version? When this model be available in the Philippines. Thanks

[@DougFNJ]

I don't know when it will be sold in the Philippines, but I had gotten this from an authorized Dealer in Switzerland when it first released, it released in USA months later. Check out Chrono24, you may be able to find a good dealer, and a great deal.

[@gld2139]

Has anybody else noticed that this watch does not sync precisely? It always lags about one second behind the actual phone time.

[@DougFNJ]

I think that’s the slight lag with Bluetooth. Surprised they didn’t compensate with software.

[@gld2139]

@@DougFNJ Too bad Tissot haven't fixed this in all this time that the watch has been out. I've seen this issue reported elsewhere with this particular model, so they have to be aware of it by now. I have the same thing with my Garmin Fenix watch -- if you sync with the phone there is always a similar lag (though not with direct GPS syncing in the case of the Garmin). In the case of my Apple and Casio G-Shock watches, the phone syncing is always dead on, so it is possible to do this properly. Tissot just haven't bothered to. A shame because the watch is outstanding otherwise in my opinion. Could you get this message to Tissot through a contact you might have there? I don't think reports to their customer service ever go anywhere.

[@krzysztofgrzesikiewicz1353]

Very well described 5hanl you for all efforts put in perhaps you may miss something anything in general you have done great job.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much! Happy these can be a resource. 😬👍

[@rollerrabauke]

Maybe I am too late to buy this watch which is now roughly three years at the market. Best review I have seen!!! Do you know if success is in the pipeline? Cheers, have a nice day and stay safe Tobias

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you so much. I’m hoping one comes soon. Hoping it would be closer to the size of earlier T-Touch watches. I haven’t heard any rumors of a gen 2 yet, but I’m keeping an eye out and will review it when it does.

[@emmetrmeredith]

Thanks for this review/walk through Doug. Was trying to find one in English...good work...

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment! This one was a bear to get, its a fun watch, I'm looking forward to see where this platform goes

[@MaxQuinn-d7d]

its about time someone actually explain all the function of this watch beside only activity tracker.....lol........im contempating on this watch,........i have a tissot tstar 1000 already and i love tissot more then tag belive it or not......hehe........but that mario cart tag t connect is sic so is the price.........good review

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you, these watches really needed a full demo. lol. Look at their newer models they just released, smaller not as functional, but pretty cool.

[@scottwalker2398]

Really great review. Thanks a lot. I've owned the anniversary 2003 T-Touch since it came out. It still works great, and the batteries seem to last forever. The screen looks as new now as it did when I took it out of the box. I've been thinking of upgrading to one of these and giving the old one to my son. Since it was the titanium model, it also looks new. Amazing watches from Tissot. Thanks again.

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks Scott, happy this review helped. T-Touch has come a long way!!

[@dmitryo6649]

Thanks a lot for a nice review! Will get one on Friday :)

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you, please let us know what you think when you get it

[@waleedmontaser830]

I would like to thank you for this video, and I would also like to ask you how to adjust the lighting so that the clock is on all the time?

[@Tdopro526]

Hi, just got me one of these watches this past week and love it. However I cannot for the life of me seem to find out how to change the activity type. It's always on hike and I know there has to be other options as the app shows hike, running, walking etc. how do I switch it over to running?

[@wil7058]

Great in depth review! I'll have to see if we have the watch in Australia.

[@DougFNJ]

I believe it should now be available in all countries

[@sdaniels7]

Thanks for the great review. Is there a function to brighten the always on display? At 5.35 on the video it really glowed. What setting did you use to brighten it? Thanks

[@LegoBeast11211]

Nice review. I have one of these coming in as my 10 year service award for my job. Had no idea what it was until watching this video. I noticed you wore it on your right arm. Are you left handed? I am and I’m concerned about my ability to manage the crown with it on the “wrong” side for us lefties! Curious if you can let me know how problematic it might be. Thanks

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks for watching, happy I was able to help. Yes, I am lefty and wear my watches on my right wrist, I haven't found it to be a problem as I navigate with the buttons and the touch screen. I do wish more companies would allow you to rotate, that's one thing I love about the Apple Watch vs any smartwatch.

[@uffepetersen8235]

Amazefit also rotate.

[@Kusamadot]

Thanks for the great review. Is there a way to be able to see the date & day and time digitally all together, at the bottom?

[@juretzapartin]

I reviewed all the settings several times, I can't figure out how to display notifications on the watch screen .. thanks for answering

[@thewolfman6854]

What a brilliant instructional review. Well done! How accurate do you find the step tracker? Thinking of upgraging to one of these from a Protrek. Quite like one of the black versions

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you Wolfman! I like the black and orange. I’m wondering how to test the accuracy of these step counters in all these watches.

[@aristidesolidakis4352]

Great review. I have this watch. Can you tell me how to make to see in the digital window the date. Like at your video. In my watch I see the time. Thank you.

[@DougFNJ]

Tap on the center of the watch, push the bottom right button for a couple of seconds, that should change the display for you.

[@aristidesolidakis4352]

@@DougFNJ Thank you.

[@unai--7431]

Thanks for the very nice video. Just a question: from all the applications of the mobile phone, can you choose which ones you want to get notifications from on your watch?

[@DougFNJ]

Happy to help Unai, do you mean the notifications from the phone to the watch?

[@unai--7431]

@@DougFNJ Yes, exactly. I have another smart watch and I can choose which apps of my phone I want to get notifications on my watch and which not. Is it the same here? Thanks!

[@DougFNJ]

@@unai--7431 Typically any notification that shows on your Home Screen on your iPhone should show up on the smartwatch, that's been my experience with them all. I hope that helps

[@dinfreitas]

Hi, any updates on the App and GPS?

[@coffeeisgood102]

Thank you for taking the time to explain the highlights of this timepiece. Although I am more of a mechanical watch guy I do appreciate the extra functions of a smart watch. I have the Tissot High T and was disappointed when the wireless support ended. I really liked that I could get up-to-the-minute news on it. At the time I used to blow my boss away by interrupting him with the latest headlines from around the world. (Luckily, he got a kick out of this, so didn’t fire me). Just yesterday I ordered the Solar T Touch so I will be watching your video a few more times to make sure I got it right. I notice in your video that the second hand is dead-beat. However, I saw a short clip somewhere else where the second hand ran smooth. Is there a setting for this on the watch? If so, I want to set it to “smooth” as I prefer that action instead. I really like that this is solar powered. The one drawback with the High T was that I had to charge it every day. I also like the size. Makes it much easier to read what is on the dial. Again, thanks for sharing. Also, I just subscribed.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you Harold, really happy this helps. I used to love those Microsoft Spot Watches, I had the Suunto version. I was bummed too when they removed support and canned it. Smart Watches have definitely come a LONG way since then. With the smooth hand, I am wondering if thats an update since Ive sold mine. I am considering repurchasing one and seeing how it's been updated since. Got some great reviews coming up, thanks for the sub!

[@patricklemmens6413]

Good job! My compliments for this clear review.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching and taking time to comment!

[@samborolossi]

Excellent video . Is it good for diving and mud ?

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much! It's 100M Water resistance, I would be ok taking it swimming, but I wouldn't dive with it or take it into mud. This one I treat like a regular Analog in my collection, the G-Shocks go into the Ocean and mud scenarios. Thanks again!

[@ryang2453]

Does the calorie count and step count work without connecting to phone? I don’t want to connect to any phone and looking to turn off all connectivity. Thanks

[@DougFNJ]

You may want to look at the simpler T-Touch solar watches. The app puts the calories in there, the watch itself though has sensors on board which do allow you to use it independently of the phone.

[@bernardfranklyn2823]

Great 1st look at this watch :-)!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much! I will be posting more on it soon.

[@henriwolbrink]

Hi, still haven't decided to get one. Did you happen to try the latest software functionalities? And please, as a positive criticism, add sections of night usage to your reviews.

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks for watching Puralena. Night usage is tough to do with low lighting. May give it a try in a future video. I sold the watch a few months after the review. Have a ton of reviews I need to catch up on. I may look to acquire another one of these in the future and do an update. Thanks again!

[@henriwolbrink]

@@DougFNJ Thx. I had a look at one today. And it surely is the best package for my usage. The only 'smart' function is the step counter. Which is fully logical I don't carry my mobile 24/7. As this one still needs daily charging.

[@makeech]

great review, can dual time be set up ? hands showing one timezone , digital another timezone ?

[@pedropons2040]

Can u help w the Bluetooth connection difficulty I’m having? Thanks.

[@DougFNJ]

Have you made sure to update the firmware to the most recent version?

[@h0zb0g]

Apparently the watch doesn’t display your next schedule on your calendar or does it? Same for the weather: would it display weather information taken from the phone’s weather app?

[@DougFNJ]

The weather is shown using the sensors with Barometer and temperature. The calendar should show if it shows on the Home Screen notifications.

[@h0zb0g]

@@DougFNJ I regret that the phone’s weather info cannot be displayed in addition of the local measures of the watch itself. You mention on your review that the temperature sensor of the watch nee the watch to be taken out for some minutes to show the actual temperature… and if you want to know the temperature outside while being in your house then the watch sensor is not the best source of information. I see watch and phone (internet weather service actually) as being complementary. Sad it did not appeared that way to Tissot.

[@Doinurmumsince1987]

Thanks for the review, I got one today as a gift and it's really nice. Got one question though... How do you turn it off? 😅

[@germansurgtube]

😂😂

[@satsot7627]

I have bought this watch and having problems connecting my watch to mu Huawei phone. Any suggestions such as how to carry out a factory reset?

[@DougFNJ]

Yes, disconnect it from your bluetooth first. Press the top button to go to the touch, press the T-Touch at 6:00 bottom to get into quick settings, then go into settings, go to system, scroll to the last option to restore to factory settings. I hope that helps.

[@9983Kaywalker]

Question: Does the second hand tick loudly? ie if you put the watch up against your ear, could you hear the ticking? I'm interested in this watch, but am one of the weirdos who wear watches to sleep.

[@DougFNJ]

I wear watches to sleep too, usually an Apple Watch so the silent alarm helps wake me up but not my wife. Never heard the ticking, but my hearing isn't the best. Never hurts to write Tissot a note about it.

[@waleedmontaser830]

@@DougFNJ The sound of the clock can be heard if you put the watch on your ear and stick it well

[@waleedmontaser830]

yes i head it

[@t-dot-win1943]

Can you do an update review maybe the first six months of your experience with the watch so far, and how many times have you charged it?

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks for the request Erwin, I may be getting another version and will do an update when I do it.

[@idgaf06]

Great video! I have the one with the orange numbers on the bezel, the NBA version. I want to get a 2nd one, which is the titanium version which you are reviewing! But my question is, if I were to get a 2nd one, would it still sync with my phone as simultaneously as when I have my first ttsc watch goto sleep? I will definitely be going to have the 2nd one if this can be done. Cheers!

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks Arwin, great choice. I really like that black orange combo. I don't know if you could synch 2 watches to 1 phone simultaneously, you may want to reach out to Tissot on that. I don't see why you wouldn't be able to though.

[@geraldlevin1383]

Brilliant review, received mine today in black and orange, pretty straightforward to set up as your video made it very easy to do this,to be honest, I've not been through all the functions just yet,as I'm charging while writing this,anyway my first impression is that it's a great looking watch,just what I was looking for,great battery life as opposed to others, when I'm finished charging will revert back to your video,again great job.👍

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much for the feedback and watching Gerald, really happy these videos can be helpful. Enjoy!

[@gabrielbrosteanu8586]

Does the touch work if your hands are wet? (or the screen itself is wet - for example when swimming). Thanks!

[@DougFNJ]

I don’t believe it would work underwater, but wet hands shouldn’t matter

[@gabrielbrosteanu8586]

@@DougFNJ yeah that's I meant, not underwater :) thank you!

[@FLAkEfuture]

Thank you for the full review!! I am just wondering how to access the ascension data?You can set the unit to feet/min or meter/min, but can’t find anywhere the ascension rate. Thanks

[@DougFNJ]

Do you have one yet? I am wondering if they possibly added that to one of the updates. I will find out for you.

[@FLAkEfuture]

@@DougFNJ Yes I have, but can't find anything in the watch's menus or in the manual. Thanks!

[@judylugo5769]

Thank you. Great review. I read somewhere that this watch can be used without linking to your phone. Just like previous versions. True or not.

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks Judy, you can't get the smart features from it like email notifications and texts, there is no cellular chip in these. But the sensor functions could work without the watch.

[@judylugo5769]

@@DougFNJ Thank you for your reply. I work for a retail store and sold this watch to a gentleman from Israel. Next day he wound up returning it because he could not download the app on his phone because Google play did not have the Tissot connected app in Israel. We were both very disappointed because he was looking forward to having that watch.

[@jean-paulhill6586]

True. You can turn Bluetooth off

[@KarimJouhari]

Hi, great review! I know that the watch is 47mm wide but what is the distance between the top horn and the bottom horn? Is it around 50mm?

[@DougFNJ]

Hi Karim, thanks for watching. It is 47.5mm width and the same for height

[@almac9203]

@@DougFNJ does it wear as large as it sounds?

[@ttandmore5507]

Thanks , watching your video made me decide to buy one of those

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you and congratulations. Please let us know your thoughts when you get it.

[@EricJackers]

Nice vid. Thanks for that. One question though : Can you see the remaining countdowntimer time on the display while the hands show the current time ? This is very important for me. The same question applies for other functions like stepcounter, chrono, date, time2 etc.... I tried to find the answer to this question by watching a ton of vids and reading the manual. Even a visit at a Tissot dealer didn't help me (no demo model). Thanks in advance

[@simonarpino1233]

I just wounder how much of the watch you actually use. Sure when you've unboxed it you will go out of your way, but once the novelty is over, apart from the notifications and alarm....well I guess it's just knowing what time it is. Mind you l live Tissot....l have one....simple model and it keeps perfect time.....

[@pedropons2040]

Just got this watch and having trouble connecting via Bluetooth between watch and IPhone. It connects but drops the connection quickly. Solution please? Thanks.

[@DougFNJ]

Have you updated all firmware on Watch and phone? Try to completely unpair and re pair, and if none of that works, give Tissot support a call, that should be able to help.

[@gerlibs2069]

why can't i pair it on my iphone??? how do i set my temperature from C-F? help pls.

[@DougFNJ]

I’d say start from scratch on the watch, delete and redownload the app, restart the phone, that should get you connected. If not, definitely reach out to Tissot to troubleshoot. Once set up, you could change the C to F in settings.

[@KOOKOOCOOCOO]

Could you make a tutorial on how to calibrate the compass? Thanks

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks for watching. Unfortunately I've since sold the watch, but Im considering purchasing another version. I will definitely do that if I get another.

[@frenkieg6496]

Great guy, great review, Thanks!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much Frankie!

[@n057828]

I got the new Garmin solar instinct selling it can only do two weeks then charge, rubbish but as far as gps tracking etc was very good. I am a postie so I spend each day 4-5 hours out stil no go! Battery????

[@DougFNJ]

I really think the battery is going to be the biggest seller on this watch. They will be releasing a firmware update at some point that will have GPS capabilities to work with your phones GPS

[@n057828]

@@DougFNJ I do believe the heart rate should be push to show not have to check it each min or so as it drains battery. So too the gps if you want to use it then make gps on if not in use say after 5min, turn it off. I was in the sun as a postie for like 2-5 hours a day yes the rate of power went up like 2-5 days each day but if on the weekends I didn’t use it, it dropped big time as in how much days of power I had left to use. In the end I was forced to remove most smarts in order to have power to use the watch. For me I’m not paying $699 for a solar watch that a 1980s solar watch can do minus the smarts can do as I’m forced to take then all off! Garmin you failed due to a poorly designed power management system that is either on or off.

[@robertdanzig2568]

is this watch available also in black Titanium with a black Titanium bracelet?

[@DougFNJ]

There are 2 black titanium versions, 1 with white highlights, the other with orange highlights. Unfortunately, neither have the bracelet. The silicon straps are very comfortable though.

[@telluricscout]

Looks nice, but I definitely need a proper GPS to track my activities without having to have a phone along. Really a pitty that was not built in. My small Garmin does that no problem.

[@DougFNJ]

I hear you, this is a first version. I am really looking forward to seeing where the future versions go. Right now, its a great ABC watch with the perk of notifications and longer battery life than others in its class.

[@nicog.]

Hi, great review! And what about the battery life? Thanks!

[@DougFNJ]

The battery life is the highlight Nicolas, 6 months on a smartwatch is unheard of!!

[@ryangrillo]

do you have to set the time yourself or does it do it automatically when it connects to your phone?

[@DougFNJ]

Time automatically sets when you connect to the phone.

[@marvinpuenteph.d.2226]

I'm interested in watch like this but was also considering a garmin tactix delta solar. What do you think?

[@DougFNJ]

Tough choice, but 2 very different watches. big questions comes down to preference of analog and digital. Garmin also has much less battery life. What are you leaning towards? If you are able, try to find stores that have them so you can try them on wrist.

[@marvinpuenteph.d.2226]

@@DougFNJ garmin, I run outside allot

[@skemsen]

Perfect video! Thank you.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you very much for watching and taking time to comment. 😬👍

[@stableianF1oracle]

Excellent review. Thanks for taking the time to share 😊😊😊😊

[@colinashby3775]

Superb. My tissue T touch was stolen when guys robbed me at gunpoint in my house. Haven’t been able to get another for about 8 years, but I think I will be able to afford one next year. Loved the T touch.Quick question, eventually the battery will need to be replaced,how long will the battery last before needing replacement , because the solar will keep it charged.

[@DougFNJ]

Thats horrible!!! Thank God you weren't hurt! Just a heads up, when you get a nice watch, call your homeowners insurance and schedule it. I had an Omega Seamaster stolen from a gym locker years ago, it was replaced within 2 weeks. I cover all watches I own with higher values. Good luck! As far as the battery, my solar G-Shocks and Citizens have help up amazingly over the years, and I mean well over 10 years. I have yet to have to replace a battery. Shouldn't need to worry about it for a long long time.

[@colinashby3775]

@@DougFNJ awesome. Thank you. This time I will be insuring them. Thanks for the heads up about the battery life. I get tired of replacing batteries in watches every 2 years. So moved to mechanical. But I just love the T touch.. I also line that the hands alignment it perfect in the watches.

[@CarazyDiamond]

I really like the comprehensive review. I've been looking out for this watch since Nov '2020. One thing that I would like to know if the digital screen can also display time for another country/ city. It's a feature I would like to have for my traveling needs. so I can have the digital time of the city I'm currently in and at the same time the analogue classic time serves for my base station or vice versa. The rest of the functionality is more than ok. But yes as an entire package the size in terms of thickness/height which contributes to heftiness and weight is too much as you compare. Two thumbs up!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. The software is still growing. One feature it will be gaining soon is GPS. I don't see any reason why they wouldn't add dual time functionality in a future update, would make total sense. Im awaiting at the next major update and will do a follow up review.

[@FotoCreatives]

I have this beautiful and fine watch and would like it even more if there would be a (switchable) hourly chime in a future update

[@DougFNJ]

I would love the hourly chime in the form of a vibration

[@smart770]

Very Good review. I've subscribed. Well done and clearly laid out without bias. Nice balance. Thank you. I'm interested to hear what you think about the Alpina X Alive. Might be hard as I know can't access in the States. I have one but rather like the Tissot and may be better for my needs. Thanks again.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. I will have to look up the Alpina. I found about this watch through comments like this, thank you, and Happy New Year!

[@mikes1953]

I have the Alpina rx alive. Very nice looking, but problematic. Poor Bluetooth connection, poor notifications, very weak vibration, and you can't even turn it off! Heart sensor is always on, and battery consumption is about 20 % per day even if you don't wear it! Very disappointed, but I couldn't find these details before I purchased it. So be aware!

[@smart770]

I’m finding very few errors as people mention. In fact hardly any. I’m happy. Happy to provide details if required.

[@mikes1953]

If you want more information about Alpina rx alive, try to search for Alpina app in play store and read the reviews for the watch and the app. Unfortunately I'm not the only one considering it garbage...

[@felixt1470]

Is this watch too heavy to wear while running ?

[@DougFNJ]

Not at all, that’s the huge pro with titanium.

[@n057828]

If I’m out I’m a postie for like 2-4 hours a day, no charge required?

[@DougFNJ]

That is the great thing about this watch, no charge required. I would always top it off, but 6 month power reserve.

[@ravama1]

Hi, do you know by change when will be on MEX and the price?. Tks.

[@DougFNJ]

I believe it should arrive in Summer. Unsure of how they will price it when it releases in North America

[@Samfichier]

Very good complete reviews

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you Sam, happy it helps!

[@duartenunoalves3461]

Great review! I would like to know how long it takes (under full sun light) to fill a single bar in the battery power indicator. Mine, after using a single bar was left all day under the sun and the bar didn’t fill up (notifications off and eco mode on). I would like to know if its normal. Thanks in advance👍 Anyone can help?

[@DougFNJ]

Solar on a battery like this can take a week to get full. Thats why I love that they offered a manual charger along with the battery life, huge value over traditional smart watches both ways.

[@jean-paulhill6586]

Same with mine. I only show one bar for solar

[@robrockatansky5905]

Cool watch. Where is everyone buying them from?

[@DougFNJ]

I purchased this from TicWatch in the UK, a number of others have too. At the time I purchased, they had a 10% off coupon. If in USA, they ship DHL Express, it arrives quickly.

[@robrockatansky5905]

@@DougFNJ thanks! Wish they still had a coupon for it too.

[@robrockatansky5905]

I just got mine and your video really helps set it up! Thanks again.

[@tommybahamax]

Great video Doug! ⚡️

[@DougFNJ]

Thanks Tommy, I get the feeling this one might be one for you.

[@gld2139]

Great walkthrough. I'm looking at the new North American pre-order notice now for May delivery. Any word on changes or tweaks that have been made since your first (limited) release model? Also, any more feedback on potential hand alignment issues - I see reports here and there which are somewhat concerning at this price.

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you, please let me know when you get it, may I ask where you ordered it from? The hand alignment issues happen with all quartz watches. I am OCD and HATE that, the one I reviewed did now have that issue.

[@gld2139]

@@DougFNJ I did end up buying one through Christine Jewellers here in Canada last Boxing Day. I have not noticed any alignment issues; all hands consistently hit the marks very precisely. The watch time, synced via the watch app on the phone, is always about a second behind the phone's actual time. It would be nice if Tissot could eliminate this slight lag, but I have seen it on other Bluetooth-synced watches like Garmin as well, although Casio does not have this issue on their Bluetooth models. This is a minor quibble, and overall I really like the watch. I have the black one with the bright orange dial markers and second hand, a very appealing color scheme.

[@mmpdg]

Great review!

[@DougFNJ]

Thank you!

[@n057828]

GPS yet? Battery I had Garmin only two weeks bs well?

[@DougFNJ]

I believe GPS is coming soon, I am curious the toll that will take on the battery. Im wondering if that's why they are taking as long as they are to release it.

[@oryoruk]

Does it have vibration alarm functionality?

[@DougFNJ]

It does. I wish every watch with an alarm came with vibration.

[@impact0r]

Can this vibrate for notifications or calls without sound? Also, is there a way to customize vibrations?

[@DougFNJ]

Yes and Yes. I prefer all my devices vibrate and not use sound. Vibration choices are short, long, and double

[@bjarnedesmet6823]

Hello, can you put the Swiss flag and T logo back? instead of date and time?

[@DougFNJ]

Hi Bjarne, that flag and logo are just the boot up screen. The screen is meant for full function, would be nice if they allowed wallpaper

[@bjarnedesmet6823]

Oke, thank you!

[@707ROSTEL]

Tell me if the clock shows alerts from Telegrams and WhatsApp

[@DougFNJ]

Anything that notifies you on the Home Screen on your iPhone typically displays on smartwatches of all types

[@shinystarr1111]

I just got a new one , it is difficult in first time pairing and updating frimmware, I'm disappointed about no backlight for the watch face like Casio , also no Auto led for the screen light when you bring up it to your face , second hands movment make tic tic sounds .. all hands are will alligned in the center unlike your notice