ⓘ Rogbid
The R3 is a new smartwatch with 4G LTE and an integrated camera
The Rogbid R3 is a new and fairly inexpensive smartwatch with cellular connectivity and a camera. It features a rotating crown and an AMOLED display. In theory, this wearable should be very versatile, but its usability might be somewhat limited in real-word use.
Rogbid is now offering a new smartwatch called the R3, which has a fairly broad feature set on paper. The watch sports 4G LTE cellular connectivity, so it can be used for calls or browsing the web even without a connected smartphone. The watch runs on Android, but not necessarily a version that’s fully optimized for smartwatches. As a result, the smartwatch can run apps that are not designed for watches, which look a bit awkward on the 1.65-inch display with 480 x 480 pixels.
Nevertheless, this would mean that users can install a wide range of applications. For example, alternative maps and navigation apps could be installed. The watch can be used as a more or less standalone Android wearable but also as a traditional Bluetooth smartwatch that primarily handles things like activity tracking and notifications.
In addition, the Rogbid R3 is equipped with a 1,100mAh battery, but prospective buyers shouldn’t expect very long runtimes. The wearable also comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB of storage. There is a GPS module that could be used for navigation, and an electronic compass is also on board. The same applies to heart rate and oxygen sensors, and Rogbid even advertises a blood pressure feature. It appears as no calibration is required, so these blood pressure values might not be highly accurate. Either way, the watch also offers sleep tracking and a rotatable camera.
The Rogbid R3 smartwatch retails for $100 directly from the manufacturer.
I have been active as a journalist for over 10 years, most of it in the field of technology. I worked for Tom’s Hardware and ComputerBase, among others, and have been working for Notebookcheck since 2017. My current focus is particularly on mini PCs and single-board computers such as the Raspberry Pi – so in other words, compact systems with a lot of potential. In addition, I have a soft spot for all kinds of wearables, especially smartwatches. My main profession is as a laboratory engineer, which is why neither scientific contexts nor the interpretation of complex measurements are foreign to me.
Translator: Enrico Frahn – Managing Editor Accessory Reviews, Tech Writer – 6260 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2021
My fascination for technology goes back a long way to the Pentium II era. Modding, overclocking and treasuring computer hardware has since become an integral part of my life. As a student, I further developed a keen interest in mobile technologies that can make the stressful college life so much easier. After I fell in love with the creation of digital content while working in a marketing position, I now scour the web to bring you the most exciting topics in the world of tech. Outside the office, I’m particularly passionate about motorsports and mountain biking.