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TicWatch Pro 4G LTE Cellular Smartwatch GPS NFC Wear OS by Google Android Health and Fitness Tracker with Calls Notifications Music Swim Sleep Tracking Heart Rate Monitor US Version
Brand | Ticwatch |
Model Name | TicWatch Pro |
Style | Modern |
Screen Size | 1.39 Inches |
Special Feature | Speaker + Microphone |
Shape | Round |
Target Audience | Unisex Adult |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
Compatible Phone Models | IOS and Android |
About this item
- Upgraded Premium Design- Stylish and functional design with knurled stainless-steel bezel, Corning? Gorilla? 3 anti-finger print cover glass and water resistant speaker. US Military Standard 810G certified durability. Lightweight Silicone strap.
- Long Battery Life- Dual-layered ALOMED/LCD screens and two display mode options, Smart Mode will get you 2 days battery life, up to 5 days if Auto Switch to Essential Mode (LCD display only) is turned on. Up to 18 hours of battery life on cellular usage.
- Cellular Connectivity for Verizon Phone Plan Users- Instant calls and texts, cloud sync notifications, music streaming, remote smart home controls, emergency SOS auto-dial. Customers can activate the 4G/LTE feature via My Verizon app and Verizon website.
- Swim-ready Fitness Companion- IP68 waterproof and pool swimming suitable, 6 smart sports modes, GPS built-in. TicPulse technology empowers 24hr heart rate monitoring with abnormal heart rate warning. TicMotion technology proactively detects your motion and tracks running, fast walking and swimming activities.
- Smart Sleep Tracking- Download TicSleep app on the watch and check your sleep progress via Mobvoi App on the phone.
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Accuracy | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
Battery life | 3.7 | 3.6 | 4.1 | 4.6 |
Mobile App | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.3 | — |
Sleep tracking | 3.5 | 4.1 | 4.3 | — |
Easy to use | — | — | 4.6 | 5.0 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | DealsCenter | YI YE Authorized Shop |
size | — | 40mm | 45mm | — |
operating system | Wear OS by Google | Android | — | android |
display size | 1.39 inches | 40 millimeters | 34.5 millimeters | 1.85 inches |
connectivity tech | NFC | Cellular, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC | Bluetooth |
supported applications | Multisport Tracker, Reminders, Phone | Sleep Monitor | GPS | Multisport Tracker, Reminders, Phone |
input interface | dial | touch screen | touch screen | microphone |
Product guides and documents
From the brand
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TicWatch aims to define the next generation of wearables adopting Wear OS by Google and Qualcomm Snapdragon platform. As the most prominent consumer-facing product line of Mobvoi, TicWatch had penetrated 130+ countries and regions.
Invested by Google and Volkswagen, Mobvoi launched the TicWatch line of smartwatches, the TicPods earphones and the Mobvoi Home treadmills. Mobvoi is boosting a more intuitive way of human-machine interaction.
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TicWatch Pro 5 Sandstone
Powerful, inside and out.
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TicWatch Pro 5 Obsidian
Powerful, inside and out.
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TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS
Wherever you go, it can go.
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TicWatch Pro 3 GPS
Go beyond limits.
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TicWatch E3
It moves with you.
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What makes our products unique?
Apart from Wear OS by Google and Qualcomm Snapdragon platform, TicWatch also integrated Mobvoi’s in-house fitness & health algorithms such as wake word triggers, embedded speech technologies and motion tracking.
Why do we love what we do?
Mobvoi has developed proprietary AI technologies that establish an "end-to-end" human-computer interaction architecture. With the chance to make hardware-software integration accessible by providing consumer level products and services to more than 130 countries and regions, we strive for a long journey with users.
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Product Description
About Mobvoi and TicWatch:
- As a voice-based Artificial Intelligence company, Mobvoi is defining the next generation of human-machine interaction.
- Backed by Google in 2015, Mobvoi and Google formed a strategic partnership through Wear OS and Google Assistant.
- Important: We offer a replacement for quality-related issues, 12 months from the date of your purchase.
Simply Boosted, TicWatch Pro is Now Upgraded!
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Verizon Cellular ConnectivityCellular Connectivity for Verizon Phone Plan Users.
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Stylish and FunctionalUpgraded materials and hardware:
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US Military-Grade Durability
* Military standard 810G includes: High and low temperature resistance, anti-shock, dust-proof, humidity-proof, sand & dusk-proof, etc. |
Your Phone-free Active Smartwatch
Layered Display Enables Longer Battery Life
SMART MODE: Powered with Wear OS by Google with a brilliant multi-touch AMOLED display.
- 2-5 days battery life (mix with essential mode)
- The Google Assistant
- Instant notifications and quick replies
- Tilt-to-wake + voice assistant
- Google Pay
- Built-in GPS
- 6 built in sports modes
- Download apps from the Google Play Store on your watch
ESSENTIAL MODE: LCD screen with fitness focused features and high sunlight readability.
- Up to 30 days battery life
- High sunlight readability
- Date and time
- 24hr heart rate monitoring
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Smart Heart Rate MonitoringTicMotion detects running,fast walking and swimming,tracks and records your fitness records all click-free. TicPulse is designed to keep you informed about your heart health with high precision.
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Pay from Your WristNFC payment brings more convenience.
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Track Your Sleep
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Network | 4G LTE + VoLTE + E911 + SOS | - | - | - | - | - |
Storage(Memory) | 1GB RAM + 4GB ROM | 1GB RAM + 8GB ROM | 1GB RAM + 4GB ROM | 1GB RAM + 4GB ROM | 1GB RAM + 8GB ROM | - |
Charging/ Battery Life | 415mAh, Smart Mode: 2 days; Essential Mode: 30 days Mixed usage: between 2-30 days | 577mAh, Smart Mode: up to 72 Hrs; Essential Mode: up to 45 days | 415mAh, Smart Mode: 2-5 days; Essential Mode: 30 days Mixed usage: between 2-30 days | 400mAh (up to 2 days of battery) | 380mAh, Smart Mode: up to 2 days; Essential Mode: up to 20 days | Type-C charging port, up to 20 hours battery life with charging case |
Water Resistance | IP68 + Pool Swimming Suitable | IP68 + Pool Swimming Suitable | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 + Pool Swimming Suitable | IPX5 |
Sleep Tracking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | - | ✓ | - |
US Military Standard 810G | ✓ | - | ✓ | - | - | - |
Speaker / Microphone | Speaker + Microphone | Speaker + Microphone | Speaker + Microphone | Microphone | Speaker + Microphone | Active Noise Cancellation |
Strap Material / Width | Silcone / 22mm | Silcone / 22mm | Hybrid Leather / 22mm | Genuine leather / 20mm(Onyx, Platinum); 18mm( RoseGold ) | Silicone / 20mm | - |
Customization | Change Watch Face + Interchangeable Watch Bands | Change Watch Face + Interchangeable Watch Bands | Change Watch Face + Interchangeable Watch Bands | Change Watch Face + Interchangeable Watch Bands | Change Watch Face + Interchangeable Watch Bands | Single earbud connection |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 1.77 x 1.77 x 0.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.43 ounces |
ASIN | B07RKQBHC9 |
Item model number | WF11026V |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #211,021 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #3,809 in Smartwatches |
OS | Wear OS by Google |
RAM | 1 GB |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular, NFC |
Connectivity technologies | NFC |
GPS | True |
Special features | Speaker + Microphone |
Display technology | LCD |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Dial |
Whats in the box | 1 x TicWatch Pro 4G LTE Smartwatch, 1 x User Manual, 1 x USB Charging Dock |
Manufacturer | Mobvoi |
Date First Available | May 5, 2019 |
Weight | 69 Grams |
Standing screen display size | 1.39 Inches |
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Customers like the durability, charging, and appearance of the wearable computer. For example, they mention it's well constructed, has a sturdy band, and runs smoothly. Opinions are mixed on performance, battery life, ease of use, value, and connectivity.
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Customers like the durability of the wearable computer. They say it is well constructed, holds up well, and is easy to clean. Customers also appreciate the sturdy band and the fact that it is heavy duty without being heavy. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...When the battery isn't an issue, though, the watch is great. I contemplated "upgrading" to the new TicWatch, but there's no LTE version yet...." Read more
"...The strap is made of a very nice silicone material, and I really love the texture on the outer-ring...." Read more
"...The screen cracked somehow (no idea!) and it's generally less responsive than before. Just kind of buggy...." Read more
"...The quality and feel of the watch is great. It wasn't too heavy and felt solid...." Read more
Customers like the charging of the wearable computer. They mention that it has a snappy performance, with no lag at all. They also say that the 4G/LTE runs smoothly, and that every app is very quick. Customers also appreciate the decent responsiveness, and say that they haven't noticed glitching or speed issues.
"...Performance: The 1GB of RAM seems to work fine as I have not experienced significant lag...." Read more
"...with processing speed; my apps loaded & opened quickly with very little lag time; this is due to the 1GIG of Ram storage capacity of this watch..." Read more
"This is a great WearOS watch that has snappy performance and great battery life...." Read more
"...I had two instances of this: (1) the screen timeout was too fast for me, so I downloaded an app (StayLit Wear) that keeps the screen on until I..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the wearable computer. They say it looks good, it doesn't look or feel cheap, and it's well designed. They also appreciate the crisp, clear, and colorful watch faces and widgets. Some say the two-layer watch face is neat. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"...Style: Looks fine for what it is...." Read more
"...I like the way it looked. I like the way it was styled, but that's where it ended...." Read more
"...not paying monthly for a feature I need it doesnt do, but the watch itself is awesome and I appreciate that the manufacturer did help out, just wish..." Read more
"...faces for WatchMaker and Facer has been addicting because good watch faces are so crisp and clear and colorful. It's shocking...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the smartwatch. Some mention that it works well and is responsive, while others say that it refused to turn on or respond, had inconsistent functionality, and was buggy.
"UPDATE 11/14/2020: Over 10 months of owning this watch. It is generally great. The biggest gripe I have is the touchy charging...." Read more
"...Performance: The 1GB of RAM seems to work fine as I have not experienced significant lag...." Read more
"...and it's generally less responsive than before. Just kind of buggy. At this price point, I still think it's 4 stars...." Read more
"I'm sorry for the long review, but it's very informative. Please Read 2nd Paragraph!!...You will find my info very helpful...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the wearable computer. Some mention it has snappy performance and great battery life, while others say that it drains the watch battery too fast and the charger was dead after only a couple charges.
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"...Far less frequently, it starts charging but stops later and I return to find a dead watch...." Read more
"This is a great WearOS watch that has snappy performance and great battery life...." Read more
"...I guess I should stop doing that. Battery life is terrific for the current world we live in...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the wearable computer. Some mention it's easy to use and navigate through the settings, while others say it'd be confusing to set up.
"...It is also very convenient when you hit the battery saver mode and that second screen comes on, then you can still know what time it is and your..." Read more
"...it is cooler weather, the thickness of the watch does make it harder to put on & take off long sleeve items - hopefully future generations will get..." Read more
"...Text messages and replies were easy to use and even receiving phone calls on your watch without the 4G part of it...." Read more
"...Cons- Verizon Message App not Compatible- Complicated Procedures, to send & receve messages on Watch, using Verizon Network...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the wearable computer. Some mention that it's well worth it, with 4G connectivity and the hardware upgrades are worth the extra expense. They also love using it for NFC pay and GPS. However, others say that it is overpriced and utter trash.
"...Summary: So far I am happy with the TicWatch Pro 4G LTE. The price was fair & had all the options I was looking for." Read more
"...Oh I also love using it for NFC pay. I simply unlock it (swipe lock) push the bottom button and hold it to the card reader...." Read more
"...It's useable, but way too pricey for a low-mid range watch. After a week of use, here's the details:-..." Read more
"...It is well worth the $15 price tag (after a 14 day free trial period)...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the wearable computer. Some mention that they love the cellular connectivity, WiFi, and Bluetooth connectivity. It integrates very nicely with the Garmin Connect Application, and keeps them in touch perfectly fine. However, others say that there are sometimes connectivity issues with Bluetooth that may require going to the wearOS app.
"...7. My bluetooth earbuds sometimes will not auto connect to the watch when I turn them on...." Read more
"...Works good. Also music is stored on it, so I don't have to use service to jam out while running(4 gbs for music and stuff)...." Read more
"...#1- The Verizon Message App still isn't compatible with Android Smartwatch Software; which means, this app WILL NOT be visible on your watch; this..." Read more
"...quality(through Verizon), Perfect for gym without phone, play music via bluetooth headset, answer text and calls with ease ect...." Read more
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When the battery isn't an issue, though, the watch is great. I contemplated "upgrading" to the new TicWatch, but there's no LTE version yet. I'll likely wait another generation to see what happens with Wear OS.
UPDATE 1/10/2020: I've had the watch now for almost two weeks now. I've gotten quite used to it. I usually wait until it's below 20% or so to charge it, and it takes about 1.5 hours to charge. I typically do this while I'm working so I don't mess up my step count. I really don't understand why people complain about battery life. I don't have to charge the watch any more often than I expect (I get about 1.5 days of HEAVY use out of it). This includes daily walks tracked using Google Fit, lots of music controls, and lots of notifications and messaging.
Here are my other observations so far:
-WEAR OS - still not was good as iOS, it's getting better. There aren't a lot of apps, but the ones that do exist work well (Maps, Messages, Fit, Keep, etc.) all work well. Just don't expect many non-Google apps. Tasker does have an extension for Wear OS, but I haven't explored it yet - that could offer a ton of additional possibilities.
-GOOGLE ASSISTANT - this is the game-changer here. Anything you can do with Assistant, you can now do on your watch! I can control my smart home devices, including Sonos, SmartThings, Harmony, August, etc. Like Tasker, the possibilities are endless. Related to this, the voice recognition on the watch is AMAZING. The best I've seen, ever. When I respond to text messages using voice, it has a 99.9% success rate, including punctuation!
-TIC SLEEP - I didn't realize that this is a separate app you need to install on the watch. Once I did, it works great. No issues detecting sleep or wake up. There are two areas for future improvement: (1) Google Fit integration (Mobvoi confirmed to me in an email that they're working on this); and (2) the smart/gentle alarm function (it just doesn't work as they describe; in the same email, Mobvoi said they will look into this).
-CUSTOMIZING - don't be afraid to search Google Play if there's something about the watch you don't like. I had two instances of this: (1) the screen timeout was too fast for me, so I downloaded an app (StayLit Wear) that keeps the screen on until I lower my wrist; and (2) I wanted to track my watch battery while it charges, so I found another app (Wear Battery Full) that does that (it also sends a notification when it's full, so you can get it back on your wrist). Neither of these are Mobvoi issues; they're deficiencies with Wear OS - but easily solved.
ORIG REVIEW: Great watch. I'm a prior Samsung Gear Watch user. Wear OS is great, if only because of Google Fit and Google Assistant. Fit is awesomely simple. And Assistant can do it all. So much better than Bixby. Essential mode is cool too. I use that 99.9% of the time with wrist rotation off. Couldn't be happier with a smart watch. The Apple Watch is superior, sure. But for Android users this is pretty darn good!
I have only had this watch a day but wanted to give a quick hands-on review because I know that there are a lot of curious people who are on the fence and have a lot of questions. I will update this after a while with a more thorough review.
I chose this watch mostly because I wanted something that would last me over a day and had a speaker/microphone (which seems to be harder & harder to find). I passed on the Galaxy Watch as I do not have a Samsung phone so would not be able to use all the features (so far it works fine with my Xperia XZ3 & Pixel 3 XL); also passed on the AmazFit Verge because their system only allows you to view notifications, not respond/interact with them.
* Battery: The watch came at 100% and I know that Mobvoi recommends draining the TicWatch E to 0% & then back up to 100% 3 times to optimize the battery but not sure if you need to do that with this watch. I am going to try anyways just in case. So far have only gone thru 1 drain, which was pretty fast during the setup/updating process. I have been up for 3 hours & still at 85% so I am sure that this will get me thru the day but will give more complete findings later.
I wish that the smartwatch came with a charging block. Even though I have amassed a ton of those over the years, I am worried about using the wrong one since they suggest only going with 5V 1A or you may damage the charger. I followed the recommendations and charged it thru the USB of my computer & it went at ~1% per minute, so ~1.5 hours to charge from 0% to 100%. Hopefully one day wireless charging will be an option.
* Performance: The 1GB of RAM seems to work fine as I have not experienced significant lag. Surprised that it did not come with the newer SnapDragon 3100 but so far reviews have stated that it does not offer much improvement over the 2100 so maybe this helps keep the cost down. I included a video to show the speed of the OS.
*Display: I like the larger size & the resolution is satisfactory. It gets plenty bright so should be fine outdoors. I have a screen protector on order even thought this comes with Gorilla Glass 3, you can never be too safe.
* Size: The smartwatch is pretty thick but that is common, so not necessarily a negative but I have hit it on quite a few things at the gym already so am getting a case to be safe. The watch is relatively light so it does not bother me considering I am not used to wearing a watch. I included some pics to give you an idea of the size on.
*Style: Looks fine for what it is. The bands are easily interchangeable so I plan to get a variety of types & colors to switch the look from sporty, luxury, professional etc . It would have been nice if there were color options like the original TicwatchPro.
* WatchFaces: It comes with a couple for you to choose from but you can go the Play Store and get a lot more. I quickly learned that I need to switch to one with a digital time as the clock hands can sometimes block info like your steps or battery life.
* Making Calls: Initially, I could make calls from the smartwatch but not receive them (when I answered on the smartwatch, it would say “Take Call from Phone” and I would have to use my phone instead). To solve this you to turn this on: Settings > Connectivity > BlueTooth > Play Phone Voice Call on Watch.
Also a bit confusing, when you make the call it will ask you whether to make it from the Phone or SmartWatch. I picked smartwatch because I wanted to test the speaker/microphone but I would get an error message from Verizon. So if you choose the smartwatch option, it will try to use the Verizon SIM card which I do not have activated. When I chose the phone option, making the calls thru the smartwatch worked fine.
* Price: Mobvoi TicWatches are by far the best deal out there for Wear OS. They pack a lot of features for less than competitors. I do not use Verizon so have no intentions of activating the SIM but the price bump is worth it to me for the improvements (lighter, Gorilla Glass, double the RAM, military grade and the improved waterproofing).
* Wear OS: I mostly wanted a smartwatch to be an extension of my phone so I am perfectly fine with what this OS has to offer. It is easy to figure out and unlike others, you get all your notifications and can interact with them.
*Customer Service: Mobvoi has great customer service. I had a previous minor issue and a representative reached out to me directly and came up with a resolution that was more than fair. It does seem like they are in China so be patient for responses as mine always came in the middle of the night.
*Accessories: Since this is new, Amazon does not have anything specific for the 4G LTE model. I have ordered a charger, screen protector & cases for the original TicWatch Pro and will report whether or not they fit this model.
*Summary: So far I am happy with the TicWatch Pro 4G LTE. The price was fair & had all the options I was looking for.
I have only had this watch a day but wanted to give a quick hands-on review because I know that there are a lot of curious people who are on the fence and have a lot of questions. I will update this after a while with a more thorough review.
I chose this watch mostly because I wanted something that would last me over a day and had a speaker/microphone (which seems to be harder & harder to find). I passed on the Galaxy Watch as I do not have a Samsung phone so would not be able to use all the features (so far it works fine with my Xperia XZ3 & Pixel 3 XL); also passed on the AmazFit Verge because their system only allows you to view notifications, not respond/interact with them.
* Battery: The watch came at 100% and I know that Mobvoi recommends draining the TicWatch E to 0% & then back up to 100% 3 times to optimize the battery but not sure if you need to do that with this watch. I am going to try anyways just in case. So far have only gone thru 1 drain, which was pretty fast during the setup/updating process. I have been up for 3 hours & still at 85% so I am sure that this will get me thru the day but will give more complete findings later.
I wish that the smartwatch came with a charging block. Even though I have amassed a ton of those over the years, I am worried about using the wrong one since they suggest only going with 5V 1A or you may damage the charger. I followed the recommendations and charged it thru the USB of my computer & it went at ~1% per minute, so ~1.5 hours to charge from 0% to 100%. Hopefully one day wireless charging will be an option.
* Performance: The 1GB of RAM seems to work fine as I have not experienced significant lag. Surprised that it did not come with the newer SnapDragon 3100 but so far reviews have stated that it does not offer much improvement over the 2100 so maybe this helps keep the cost down. I included a video to show the speed of the OS.
*Display: I like the larger size & the resolution is satisfactory. It gets plenty bright so should be fine outdoors. I have a screen protector on order even thought this comes with Gorilla Glass 3, you can never be too safe.
* Size: The smartwatch is pretty thick but that is common, so not necessarily a negative but I have hit it on quite a few things at the gym already so am getting a case to be safe. The watch is relatively light so it does not bother me considering I am not used to wearing a watch. I included some pics to give you an idea of the size on.
*Style: Looks fine for what it is. The bands are easily interchangeable so I plan to get a variety of types & colors to switch the look from sporty, luxury, professional etc . It would have been nice if there were color options like the original TicwatchPro.
* WatchFaces: It comes with a couple for you to choose from but you can go the Play Store and get a lot more. I quickly learned that I need to switch to one with a digital time as the clock hands can sometimes block info like your steps or battery life.
* Making Calls: Initially, I could make calls from the smartwatch but not receive them (when I answered on the smartwatch, it would say “Take Call from Phone” and I would have to use my phone instead). To solve this you to turn this on: Settings > Connectivity > BlueTooth > Play Phone Voice Call on Watch.
Also a bit confusing, when you make the call it will ask you whether to make it from the Phone or SmartWatch. I picked smartwatch because I wanted to test the speaker/microphone but I would get an error message from Verizon. So if you choose the smartwatch option, it will try to use the Verizon SIM card which I do not have activated. When I chose the phone option, making the calls thru the smartwatch worked fine.
* Price: Mobvoi TicWatches are by far the best deal out there for Wear OS. They pack a lot of features for less than competitors. I do not use Verizon so have no intentions of activating the SIM but the price bump is worth it to me for the improvements (lighter, Gorilla Glass, double the RAM, military grade and the improved waterproofing).
* Wear OS: I mostly wanted a smartwatch to be an extension of my phone so I am perfectly fine with what this OS has to offer. It is easy to figure out and unlike others, you get all your notifications and can interact with them.
*Customer Service: Mobvoi has great customer service. I had a previous minor issue and a representative reached out to me directly and came up with a resolution that was more than fair. It does seem like they are in China so be patient for responses as mine always came in the middle of the night.
*Accessories: Since this is new, Amazon does not have anything specific for the 4G LTE model. I have ordered a charger, screen protector & cases for the original TicWatch Pro and will report whether or not they fit this model.
*Summary: So far I am happy with the TicWatch Pro 4G LTE. The price was fair & had all the options I was looking for.