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LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE
This LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE is no longer available.
Overall rating
3.6
Design
4.3
Features
3.8
Performance
3.6
of 24 LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE reviewers recommend this product
HIGH RATING
Rated 5 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
5.05
5/9/2016
Best watch.
This watch is fantastic. It works with android as well as the iPhone. Pairing it up is simple. Having access to all notifications all the time without needing my phone is amazing. The display is clear and crisp. The watch looks nice. You can customize the watch face, play games, stream music, track fitness, access Google maps, forward all text, calls, and all app notifications. Have access to all contacts to call and text. Access to OK Google and Google Now. Get traffic updates. Forward calls anSee more
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
1.05
10/10/2016
LG Urbane Smartwatch 2 has quality problems
LG Urbane Smartwatch has problems with quality. Screen often does not function
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4 out of 5 stars.
Detailed Review of LG Urbane 2nd Edition LTE Watch
10 years ago
So I picked up the new version of this watch released on 3/30 and have been using it with it for a week. The first version from last Fall was recalled by LG due to hardware concerns. Here are my initial thoughts on the watch:
Looks. The watch is large on the wrist and thick, but beautiful. I have smaller wrists and it doesn't look too large. It will not fit under the cuff of most of my dress shirts. I can live with that since it's a nice looking watch.
Hardware. The watch is well made and the casing is metal. The watch is only IP67 vs the Gear S2 3g, which is IP68, so don't go jumping into the water with this. The screen is very good (both colors and resolution), but there is no auto brightness which is annoying. The buttons cannot be reassigned as of right now so you're stuck with contacts, home, and LG health (top to bottom respectively).
Software. This is android 6.0.1. If you buy this do so for the ability to wear the watch as a standalone and leave your phone at home. So far, this watch proves closer to being able to do that than the Gear S2 3g. Here's why.. first off, the Android wear "ok google" is WAY better than "S voice" on the Gear S2. You can ask just about any question and it will give you an answer, albeit an abbreviated one if you ask technical questions. However, in order to leave your phone at home you basically want to be able to get/make calls, texts, emails, and also ask for hours, numbers and directions of businesses. The Urbane does all of this just fine with one caveat - it doesn't always connect to the server when being used as a standalone. Sometimes when asking Google to do something, you'll just see the spinning Google circle and it will then say retrying and ultimately say cannot connect or disconnected. Again this only happens on standalone cellular mode and happens intermittently. There seems to be a relationship to quality of the cellular signal strength on the watch to if the google search feature works. Perhaps most importantly, the phone calls and texts have always worked for me. One more thing aboiut android wear that I am not a fan of is that there is no dedicated email application that allows you to see your entire inbox and read entire email contents. This is a drawback if you want to really do any email work on your watch. The Gear S2 is much better in this respect, having standalone watch apps for both texts and emails. I guess you can't have it all... yet!
GPS. I wanted to comment on this because of how important this is. It works by golly! The watch GPS on the Gear S2 is terrible, but it appears to be working on the Urbane so long as you are outdoors AND you leave your phone on even if it is not with you. Remember GPS is powered by satellites, so being outdoors really helps with your position being detected. So in standalone mode, you'll want to be outside, but it will locate you if you are. If you want navigation to work, your phone has to be on, but the watch does not have to be connected. They seem to communicate with one another remotely through your data to the turn by turn data. The Google maps WILL work on the watch by itself wit your phone turned off. Ultimately, the navigation part of maps appears to be somewhat dependent on your phone.
Phone calls. The watch works well for making and taking calls. The built in speaker is plenty loud enough and the other person can hear me ok. Keep in mind you need to be in a fairly quiet location to have an enjoyable experience here. The watch phone does work with Bluetooth headsets if you don't want to look like Dick Tracy talking to your watch.
Battery life. I'm still testing this out but so far so good when you keep in mind these are watches and have small batteries. Having said this, the Urbane has a 570 mAh battery vs the Gear S2 with only 300mAh. The Urbane and android wear consume more battery than Gear S2 and Tizen. Specs say you'll get 24 hours (on Bluetooth connected), but don't plan on getting that with standalone cellular. I'm testing that still and so far I'm on par for maybe reaching 8 hours with light to moderate use. Meh, still not great but about the same as the Gear s2.
Early verdict. If google and LG can fix the intermittent issues with the "ok google" not connecting to the server in standalone mode then this watch would get a solid recommend from me. The goal is to leave the phone at home and feel confident that your Urbane can make/take calls, texts, emails, lookup businesses, movie times, find directions, navigate and answer basic questions. With the few hiccups of this not connecting despite showing solid network reception has me giving this watch a lukewarm reception. Regardless, it is a keeper and the best smartwatch on the market in my opinion... and It'd better be for the price.
You can read my similarly detailed review of the Gear S2 3G on that product page if you want to compare the other smartwatch with cellular conectivitiy. Yes I am a geek and own both.
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3 out of 5 stars.
It's just a OK smartwatch!
10 years ago
Have had the new Urbane 2 LTE after the recall for about a month and most of the time it will not send a text via Google voice. It will dictate the message but just will not a send it whether connected with Bluetooth, wifi or cellular. I have unpaired it from the phone several times, which resets it back to factory, then it will work for the first few times then stop. It's very frustrating! Please fix because it defeats the purpose of having a smartwatch.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Good christmas present
9 years ago
Got this device as Christmas present for my man and he liked it. As long as he us happy I'm happy, he hasn't complained about the device.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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1 out of 5 stars.
Ok
9 years ago
I am just trying to get the watch number sync to the right phone line now
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5 out of 5 stars.
Its great
9 years ago
Great for those of us that break things easily...mobile devices that accomodate those that are a little rugged
Yes, I recommend this product.
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LG Urbane
9 years ago
i am very please with the watch. It is performing good.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Q: i have had my lg gear2 for 10 months now. the battery life has drained masively. i can only get a few hours between charges. i have 14 more months left on my contract with this thing and it is losing all functionality.
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello bergwick! I am so sorry to hear about the issues you have been having with the LG Watch Urbane 2 and would love to assist with this. As long as this device does not have any physical damage, you will be able to get this device replaced through the warranty with LG. You can reach them at 1.800.793.8896 to inquire about more warranty specifics. You can see what constitutes physical damage by visiting this website (https://www.att.com/esupport/article.html#!/wireless/KM1000680 ). I hope this information helps! Jordan, AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
Q: can you get games
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Greetings @metrgf. Great question! I’m sure many of our customers are wondering the exact same thing, since wearables are such a new piece of technology. It is indeed possible to install apps and games on your smartwatch. The Google Play Store has a section fully dedicated to them. If you are visiting the store, you can select the Apps option on the left and at the top switch the category to Android Wear. Here is the link for easier access (https://play.google.com/store/apps/category/ANDROID_WEAR?hl=en) Thank you for reaching out, and have an excellent week! Rafael, AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
Q: Will this pair with a blackberry passport?
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello CallieM! This is a great question! Right now, the LG Watch Urbane 2nd edition is only compatible with Android software 4.3 and higher. With the Blackberry Passport running on Blackberry 10, the watch and phone would not be compatible. We appreciate your question, have a wonderful night! Shenoah S. AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
Q: Would this work as a phone or would this be better used with my current phone?
9 years ago0 Answers
Q: Will this watch work with my iPhone 6s?
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi Jack2305! Great question and I’ll be glad to help! Yes, this is compatible with Apple iPhones that have iOS 8.2 or higher and Android devices that have Android 4.3 or higher. Hope this helped and have a great one! Mona, AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
Q: Will Urbane gen2 work on same phone number as my current device? Not getting rid of the phone. And I'm NOT changing numbers. Both devices, one number, or its a deal breaker.
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello Dr SLPT! Great question, and I’ll be happy to help! You can connect this device via NumberSync to your phone and be able to share the same phone number! Here’s how to do that: https://www.att.com/devicehowto/tutorial.html#!/interactive/id/interactive_1500005391?make=LG&model=LGW200A I hope this information helps, and thanks again for your interest! Jen, AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
Q: I have a unlimited plan under the old scheme. If I get the Samsung Gear S3 or S2 that has it's own data will it affect my plan.
9 years agoOriginally posted on LG Watch Urbane
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Q: Can I buy this now and activate the sim later? Currently I am not an AT&T customer but I plan on switching.
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hey SkyboundFox907, The LG Watch Urbane 2nd edition comes with a pre-installed embedded SIM card. If you choose to not activate the SIM card the device functions perfectly as a standalone Bluetooth device. You will not lose any functionality. When you join the AT&T family you can activate the device and utilize the AT&T NumberSync which allows you to sync your watch with you main phone number. You can read more about the NumberSync from our webpage: https://www.att.com/shop/wireless/features/numbersync.html It’s time for you to enjoy your new watch! :)9 years agoHelpful?
Q: Will this work properly or at all on a Windows 10 phone, more specifically the Lumia 950?
9 years ago0 Answers
Q: What features are not available to iOS users who are wanting to to purchase this watch? And what features are available to iOS users? Kinda important to us on making a purchase on a product in which we have to end up having to pay a monthly fee on.
9 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi Titantrucker, Great question and I absolutely understand the importance of needing to know compatibility! The Android Wear app is fully compatible and connects your iPhone to the LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition. Once connected you’ll receive notifications from all your iPhone apps, right from the watch as well as timely information from Google Now (like traffic alerts, weather and flight status). You can also use the Android Wear app to configure your wearable device, including which notifications appear on your watch. A great resource to see a list of services that will work on your iPhone are located on the Android Wear site at https://support.google.com/androidwear/answer/6281456?hl=en&ref_topic=6056409 You can also get a full demonstration at your local AT&T Company store. To locate your nearest store, please go to https://www.att.com/maps/store-locator.html I hope this helps and have a great day! Darren, AT&T Community Specialist9 years agoHelpful?
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