Last Updated on March 31, 2020 by Jude Simeone

LG Watch Sport Specifications – Just like the name goes the LG Watch sport (W280) is a standalone sporty smartwatch that has quite a whole lot of interesting features built-in. It comes with GPS, HRM and NFC chip which powers Google pay. The Watch Sport was released in February, 2017, runs on Wear OS 2.1 and is powered by Snapdragon 2100.

LG Watch Sport Full Specifications

	LG Watch Sport
EDITOR'S RATING	Design: (3.9 / 5) Battery: (2.3 / 5) Fitness tracking: (4.0 / 5) Features: (4.2 / 5) Price: (2.7 / 5) Average: (3.4 / 5)
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ABOUT DEVICE
Device name	LG Watch Sport (discontinued)
Device type	Sport/Standalone smartwatch
Predessesor	__
Successor	--
Released date	February, 2017
Ideal for	Unisex
DISPLAY
Display type	P-OLED
Display size	1.38 inches
Display resolution	480 x 480 pixel
Pixel density	348 ppi
Input type	Touchscreen 3 Physical buttons
Always-on	Yes
Customizable watch face	Yes
BODY
Shape	Circular
Dimension	44.5 x 44.5 x 14.2 mm
Weight	89 grams
Casing material	Stainless steel
Strap/band material	Silicone
Bezel Material	Stainless steel
Strap size	22mm
Interchangeable band	Yes, 22mm
Screen protection	Corning Gorilla glass
Water resistant/Protection	Yes, IP68
Swim-proof	Not recommended
Color(s)	Gray, Titanium
MEMORY
RAM	768MB
Internal storage	4GB
Memory card slot	No
CONNECTIVITY
Bluetooth	Bluetooth v4.2 LE
Bluetooth calling	Yes
Wi-Fi	Yes
NFC	Yes
GPS	Yes
CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY
Technology	GSM/HSPA/LTE
SIM	naNo-SIM
Band	_
NOTIFICATIONS
Email alert	Yes
SMS alert	Yes
Calls alert	Yes
Event reminder	Yes
Weather	Yes
Third-party apps	Yes
FITNESS TRACKING
Sleep apnea	No
Sleep tracking	Yes
Steps	Yes
Floors climbed	_
Heart rate monitoring	Yes
Calories	Yes
Distance	Yes
Stress	_
VO2 Max.	_
Blood oxygen	No
Blood pressure	No
Menstrual cycle tracking	No
Swim tracking	_
Under-water heart rate tracking	No
Preloaded maps	No
On-screen workout modes	No
Triathlon mode	__
ECG Tracking	No
Preloaded sport modes	Yes
Safety tracking	No
MEDIA
Audio	mp3/mp4
Music streaming	Yes
Bluetooth music	Yes
Radio	No
Loudspeaker	Yes
Microphone	Yes
Camera	No
SENSORS
Accelerometer	Yes
Barometer/Altimeter	Yes
Heart rate monitor (HRM)	Yes
Compass	Yes
Gyroscope	Yes
Ambient light	Yes
Pulse Oximeter	No
ECG	No
Thermometer	No
Other sensors	__
PLATFORM
Operating system (OS)	Wear OS
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 2100
CPU	Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU	AdreNo 305
BATTERY
Type of battery	Non-removable Li-ion battery
Battery capacity	430mAh
Battery life	Standby:2 days+ Mixed usage: 15hrs+
Charging type	Wireless charging cradle
Charging time	About 1-2 hours
Battery saver mode	No
Solar power	No
Rapid charging	No
CLOCK FEATURES
Time/Date	Yes
Stopwatch	Yes
Alarm	Yes
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Control camera	Yes
Music control	Yes
Find phone	Yes
Text response	Yes
MISC
Payment system	Google Pay
Compatibility	Android 4.3+ iOS 8.2+
Companion app	_
Voice command	Yes
BOX CONTENTS
	LG Watch Sport
	Straps
	Wireless charging cradle
	Quick start guide
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LG Watch Sport (W280) Features

1. Design

The LG Watch Sport just like the name goes comes in a sporty and elegant design with a prestigious and beast-like appearance. It is a suitable wear for both men and women but a more befitting wear for men. The LG Watch Sport has a 1.38 screen size that stands out powered by P-OLED, it is visible even under bright sunlight without needing to strain your eyes. The LG Watch sport is touchscreen and also has 3 buttons that aids in the easy navigation of the interface. The watch face can be customized, there are 11 preloaded watch faces to choose from allowing you to customize the look of the watch face.

The LG Watch Sport body is built to last long, the casing is made of a stainless steel material while the 22mm straps which are interchangeable are made of thermoplastic material. There is also a Corning Gorilla glass screen protection that is scratch and dust resistant.

2. Battery

The LG Watch Sport battery life is quite impressive but below our expectations. The battery has a capacity of 430mAh which on standby lasts about 1-2 days on average while mixed usage will see the battery life reduced to 15 -20 hours. Not so great, but it will serve for extreme sports activities. The battery can be charged via a wireless charging cradle that takes about 1-2 hours to fully charge a completely depleted battery.

3. Media

The LG Watch Sport comes with a 4GB internal storage space that lets you store all your favorite files directly into the watch. About 2.5GB is available after system requirements, you can stream music from
Google Play or download directly using network connectivity. This allows you to listen to your favorite tracks on the go while working out, in the office or just recreating.

4. Water Resistance/Protection

The LG Watch Sport is certified IP67 which means it passed the 1 meter underwater for 30 minutes test. So it’s waterproof, you can wear it under the rain, to the shower but not to the pool. This is not the perfect smartwatch for tracking your swimming activities. When the smartwatch comes in contact with water you should dry it up with clean soft clothing material.

5. Activity/Fitness tracking

The LG Watch sport is a great choice that lets you track your activities effortlessly. It has all the standard sensors for fitness tracking built-in. There is A-GPS built-in for more accurate outdoor tracking of activities such as location, routes, and distance. There is also HRM sensor built in which automatically tracks your heart rate variations allowing you to detect changes early enough.

The Watch Sport also has an accelerometer, gyroscope and barometer built-in which lets you track your movements. The good thing is that these sensors automatically track your body movements when you move your body. You can view and manage fitness stats via Google Fit and LG health app.

• It lets you track steps and distance covered.
• The inbuilt GPS lets you track routes, locations and distance.
• The HRM lets you track heart rate vibrations.
• It can also track your sleep, calories burnt and calories consumed, hiking and more.
6. Notifications & Application

The LG Watch Sport is a perfect companion when it comes to notifying you and keeping you updated with notifications on your phone. The smartwatch, when paired with a compatible smartphone, alerts you when there is a new notification from native and third-party apps on your phone. You can set up schedules and reminders via the timer and alarm feature.

The LG Watch Sport runs on Wear OS 2.0 which opens a whole lot of possibilities. You can install your favorite apps directly on the watch. The good thing is the Watch Sport is a standalone smartwatch that lets you make and receive calls directly from the watch without needing your phone. With the inbuilt microphone, you can access the voice command features which lets you utilize Google assistant. The Watch Sport is compatible with android 4.3 or later and iOS 9.0 or later.

With the LG Watch Sport you can also send and receive messages directly from the watch, you can enable screen lock for privacy. There is NFC chip built into the LG Watch Sport that powers Google Pay contactless payment system. The Watch Sport is powered by Snapdragon 2100 chip.

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