Recently got a Galaxy 4 smart watch gifted, but I am continuously getting barraged with (repeated) permission requests and hit with restrictions on features due to not granting certain permissions.

Is there an alternative that fulfills the following requirements:

  • respects my privacy by both, not storing my data on their servers and not selling my data, both health and identity data.
  • works with Android, i.e. Is not restricted in use by using Android as the Galaxy 4 apparently is.

I mainly want to use the watch to track sport sessions, basically just for running.

Are there any tips on how to keep my peace of mind when dealing with smart watches? Things to keep in mind, etc?

Thanks in advance!

    • VikEnglish
      1•9 months ago

      Plus one for pine time, really cute little device that’s cheap as chips and works well with gadgetbridge for various bits and pieces.

      I’m not sure how good it is for activity tracking, though. Step counting is reliable in my experience but I don’t know how well it can account for running and other strenuous activity.

      Wouldn’t use any other smart watch, mind you.

    • @akrot
      1•9 months ago

      Does accurate sensors?