Fossil Gen 5 The Carlyle HR review
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- Wear OS
The Fossil Gen 5 The Carlyle HR is an attractive-looking men's Wear OS smartwatch. Is it all style over substance or were we impressed by its smart features and fitness tracking functionality? Find out in our full review.
- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What can it do?
- What’s the setup like?
- What's it like to wear and use?
- How accurate is it?
- What’s the battery life like?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
December 2019
Technical specifications
General
- Weight (g)64g
- Width (mm)48
- Thickness (mm)13
- Operating systemWear OS
- Removable strap
Test results
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