Samsung gives the Galaxy Watch Active 2 an Under Armour makeover

If you’re after a non-Apple smartwatch, Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Active 2 is probably as good as it gets. It’s got a nice display, solid tracking, a good battery life and looks like a watch you actually want to wear. The app selection isn’t great, but it’s a nice wrist-based accompaniment to your Android phone. And if you’re big on fitness, you might want to take a look at a new special edition version in collaboration with Under Armour. It offers real-time coaching for runners, using data from the watch or Under Armour’s Connected Footwear to give visual, haptic feedback and audio cues to help improve form. Also included is a six month premium membership to MapMyRun, giving you access to a training plan, real-time stats and key data. The Galaxy Watch Active 2 Under Armour Edition comes in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm, and features a lightweight aluminum build and an exclusive watch face. Buy it now for £299.

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I'm fascinated by all things tech, but if you were going to leave me on a desert island, I'd probably ask for my Nintendo Switch, a drone, and a pair of noise-cancelling cans to block out the relentless seagull racket. When I'm not on Stuff duty you'll probably find me subscribing to too many podcasts, playing too many video games, or telling anyone who will listen that Spurs are going to win a trophy this season.

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Video games, VR, smartwatches, headphones, smart speakers, bizarre Kickstarter campaigns