U8 Bluetooth Smart Watch / Fitness meter €12.87

Capt'n Midnight · 07-09-2015 7:07pm #1

http://www.buyincoins.com/item/62651.html (60% off) €12.87 / €12.61 if you use 2dropper2014 as coupon

1.48" Capacitive Touch Screen TFT LCD
Material: Steel + Silicon
Stopwatch function
Support hands-free calls
Time / Date / Week / Battery state display
Answer or Dial calls from your wrist
Ringing reminder when you receive a call
Display the number or name of incoming calls
Play the music in your phone (after Bluetooth paring)
Ringing reminder once your mobile phone disconnected
Sync phone book/SMS/call history(only for android phone)
★Android System can support all function in the description;
★BUT IOS only support: Passometer, Calendar, Call Sync,Calculator,Clock,Stopwatch.

Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth V4.0
Color: Black,White,Red
Talk Time: about 3 hours
Charging Time: about 1 hour
Music Play Time: about 6 hours
Standby Time: about 160 hours
Ambient Noise: ≤75dB
Transmitting Range: ≥10m
Range of Frequency: 2.4GHz spectrum
Bluetooth Protocol: A2DP + HFP 1.5 + HS P 1.2
Power Supply: Built-in 230mAh rechargeable battery

tharmor · 07-09-2015 8:13pm

Is it worth the punt ??

Nabber · 07-09-2015 8:46pm

I don't get these watches that allow you to answer your phone, but you still need to talk into the phone.

Wouldn't replace this with my current watch (not a gadget watch) nor would i wear this and my current watch.

I feel there is better options out there. I prefer the bands with no LCD display.

wiz569 · 07-09-2015 8:59pm

Nabber wrote: »

I don't get these watches that allow you to answer your phone, but you still need to talk into the phone.

Wouldn't replace this with my current watch (not a gadget watch) nor would i wear this and my current watch.

I feel there is better options out there. I prefer the bands with no LCD display.

AFAIK you can talk to the watch

Doodlebug · 07-09-2015 11:10pm

Dammit! Bought one!

Ghost Train · 07-09-2015 11:15pm

Used one of these for a few months. Little bit buggy with reading phone numbers. But does do music control, reads some notifications, reads text messsges. Thought pedometer was okay. Nice barometer/altimeter/thermometer. Nice size and shape, not bulky, doesnt stand out too much. Limited watch faces. Good value if you have use for it

tharmor · 08-09-2015 5:58am

does it have GPS ?

Eph1958 · 08-09-2015 9:33am

tharmor wrote: »

does it have GPS ?

Uses the phones GPS. AFAIK.

vidapura · 08-09-2015 9:45am

Anyone actually got one?
Just wondering if the current speed (via the phones gps) could be displayed on it?

Twould be awful handy for anyone cycling, sailing or whatever...

blastman · 08-09-2015 10:51am

Any issues with the website? I haven't bought from buyincoins before but I think they're pretty reputable, right?

Kimbot · 08-09-2015 10:57am

I have one of these and for the price its great. I havent used mine in a while tho but its charging at the moment and will be back wearing it later.

MOH · 08-09-2015 11:01am

For a couple of euro more, there's the U9 Bluetooth Smart Watch

I'm not sure what the difference is though. Comparing the features listed for both, the U9 has a few extra:

Remote camera / Alarm clock / Anti-slide reminder
Pedometer / Altimeter / Thermometer /Barometer
Information notifcation：Gmail, Facebook，CNN APP, ZAKER ,Facebook Message，QQ Message, 360，etc (Need APP,android system)

but reviews of the U8 indicate it has the Altimeter/Pedomoter/remote camera control, so ???

Kimbot · 08-09-2015 11:12am

MOH wrote: »

For a couple of euro more, there's the U9 Bluetooth Smart Watch

I'm not sure what the difference is though. Comparing the features listed for both, the U9 has a few extra:

but reviews of the U8 indicate it has the Altimeter/Pedomoter/remote camera control, so ???

Yes the U8 has the Altimeter/Pedomoter/remote camera

MOH · 08-09-2015 12:05pm

Actually, every other reference to the U9 (example) I can find shows it as a rectangular bracelet type thing more so than a regular watch shape. Prob better sticking to the OPs U8.

Tinie · 08-09-2015 2:11pm

What was battery life like for regular use?

Kimbot · 08-09-2015 2:15pm

Tinie wrote: »

What was battery life like for regular use?

I got a day and a half with decent use out of mine. 3 days + if im not using it much.

MoodeRator · 09-09-2015 8:16am

Has anyone tried or even own one of the LF128's? I would love to know how they compare

vidapura · 09-09-2015 9:41am

Doesn't a proper android smartwatch have to have access to the Play Store so yeh can download android wear apps?

Do these ones have that access?

Thanks

MOH · 09-09-2015 10:37am

Note there's a slightly better discount using the code BIC5PPEB

blastman · 09-09-2015 10:53am

MOH wrote: »

Note there's a slightly better discount using the code BIC5PPEB

Works out at $13.63 with this code, enough to push me over the edge and buy!

JoeCole26 · 09-09-2015 12:01pm

How long for shipping? gonna buy one for the craic.

blastman · 09-09-2015 3:25pm

Most Chinese sites that offer free shipping take 4-6 weeks for delivery, I presume this lot are broadly in line with that.

Kimbot · 09-09-2015 4:11pm

blastman wrote: »

Most Chinese sites that offer free shipping take 4-6 weeks for delivery, I presume this lot are broadly in line with that.

I ordered off Aliexpress but it was shipped from the Netherlands and arrive in 2 weeks.

Technocentral · 09-09-2015 9:23pm

jonny24ie wrote: »

I ordered off Aliexpress but it was shipped from the Netherlands and arrive in 2 weeks.

Add 20 lids and you'll get it in a week apparantly.

Ghost Train · 10-09-2015 12:22am

vidapura wrote: »

Doesn't a proper android smartwatch have to have access to the Play Store so yeh can download android wear apps?

Do these ones have that access?

Thanks

No, features are pretty much fixed, no apps

lots of info on watch here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657970

vidapura · 10-09-2015 9:52am

Ghost Train wrote: »

No, features are pretty much fixed, no apps

lots of info on watch here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657970

Ahh cool, thanks.

preddy · 11-09-2015 3:39pm

God now ive bought this and a 13" laptop :eek:

Capt'n Midnight · 04-10-2015 7:21pm

Bad news

Arrived but,

the software link provided was flagged as malware and the app was removed from google play.

wiz569 · 04-10-2015 7:40pm

Capt'n Midnight wrote: »

Bad news

Arrived but,

the software link provided was flagged as malware and the app was removed from google play.

This is it m8,not flagged as malware for me but do scan it again to be sure

http://1drv.ms/1MT9Trc

MOH · 07-10-2015 1:37pm

No offence wiz569, but I'm a bit wary about installing something from an unknown source, that might have already been flagged as malware.

Any suggestions for an app from an official source that will work with this? There seem to be loads of BTNotification apps on the Play store, half of them in Chinese

Kimbot · 07-10-2015 1:42pm

MOH wrote: »

No offence wiz569, but I'm a bit wary about installing something from an unknown source, that might have already been flagged as malware.

Any suggestions for an app from an official source that will work with this? There seem to be loads of BTNotification apps on the Play store, half of them in Chinese

Yes if you go onto the playstore and download "SmartWear" it will work perfect.

Redgirl82 · 07-10-2015 4:16pm

Looking for something to track steps/running....I am using the Mi Band at the moment, would this be a better alternative? Thanks

wiz569 · 07-10-2015 7:52pm

MOH wrote: »

No offence wiz569, but I'm a bit wary about installing something from an unknown source, that might have already been flagged as malware.

Any suggestions for an app from an official source that will work with this? There seem to be loads of BTNotification apps on the Play store, half of them in Chinese

Fair enough but thats the exact one on mine and that link is my onedrive account

Kimbot · 08-10-2015 2:16pm

Redgirl82 wrote: »

Looking for something to track steps/running....I am using the Mi Band at the moment, would this be a better alternative? Thanks

THe problem with the U8 is you have to measure the distance you take each step, input that in the settings and then it will calculate the steps you take as far as I know. (I'm not 100% on this as I have never used the function because my S5 does all my steps)

preddy · 08-10-2015 3:19pm

Anyone got any apps for iphone working?

DavyD_83 · 08-10-2015 3:39pm

I'm pretty sure I have no use for this.
I'll be back to buy tomorrow when I realise I have thoroughly convinced myself that I can't live without it

MOH · 08-10-2015 5:20pm

jonny24ie wrote: »

THe problem with the U8 is you have to measure the distance you take each step, input that in the settings and then it will calculate the steps you take as far as I know. (I'm not 100% on this as I have never used the function because my S5 does all my steps)

That's better than the Mi band (which I'm also using at the moment) where you enter your gender and height and it assumes your stride based on that. I had to fiddle with my height until I got a reasonably accurate reading.

At least being able to enter your stride length on the U8 means you'll get better accuracy, once you get past the hassle of that. Assuming the watch can count steps correctly. (Although that begs the question why does it need your gender/height/weight)?

Irishvillian · 09-10-2015 1:00pm

How do people find this watch for notifications ie missed calls and messages, I am using a galaxy s5, cheers.

Kimbot · 09-10-2015 1:37pm

Irishvillian wrote: »

How do people find this watch for notifications ie missed calls and messages, I am using a galaxy s5, cheers.

Galaxy S5 works a treat for notifications

Kimbot · 09-10-2015 1:38pm

preddy wrote: »

Anyone got any apps for iphone working?

This doesn't work with iPhones as the bluetooth in iPhones are slightly different.

MonkstownHoop · 27-10-2015 4:39pm

Just got this, what's the best app to download for it? Android not rooted. Thanks

Ghost Train · 27-10-2015 6:17pm

MonkstownHoop wrote: »

Just got this, what's the best app to download for it? Android not rooted. Thanks

Maybe search for mediatek in the play store, mediatek smartdevice app should work, since it's a mediatek chip inside

GG396 · 27-10-2015 9:49pm

I have absolutely no need for this. Must buy!

Any hassle with customs?

MOH · 30-10-2015 4:02pm

It's under the threshold, so shouldn't be

Kimbot · 30-10-2015 4:20pm

MonkstownHoop wrote: »

Just got this, what's the best app to download for it? Android not rooted. Thanks

"SmartWear" is currently the best app for this watch.

Gulliver · 30-10-2015 5:46pm

Did anyone manage to get it to vibrate for messages/calls via the SmartWear app?

blastman · 02-11-2015 11:45am

Yep, works for me anyway

Gulliver · 02-11-2015 12:30pm

blastman wrote: »

Yep, works for me anyway

Thanks for that. Was beginning to think there was no motor in them. Must have a closer look at the settings.

Irishvillian · 03-11-2015 1:53am

How are people finding this Smart watch now after using it for a while, what's the battery life like and is it reliable for notifications. I was thinking of getting it for my nephew for Christmas, also what is the screen like to view outside, cheers for any help.

Sterling Archer · 16-11-2015 12:55pm

Anyone having issues with the smartwear app?

MOH · 03-03-2016 1:47pm

I've barely turned mine on since I got it.
But for anyone who has, this is slightly alarming - someone's worked out when it pairs it starts communicating with a Chinese IP address.

Haven't watched the full presentation so what it sends might be innocuous enough, but it's still a little worrying.

U8 Bluetooth Smart Watch / Fitness meter €12.87

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