TechLife Smart Watch P1 Review; Budget-Friendly and Premium at the Same Time

INTRODUCTION:

It's always a good experience exploring up-and-coming tech brands and getting surprised by how well-made their devices are with a decent price tag. Case in point: TechLife.

TechLife Smart Watch P1 worth P2,999

The brand is simultaneously expanding its lineup of gadgets across various lineups. So far, it's ticking the right boxes, may that be for its third tablet offering, the TechLife Pad Plus 12", or its third smartwatch release, the TechLife Smart Watch P1. Here's a closer look at your next new fitness smartwatch.

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TechLife Smart Watch P1 worth P2,999

DESIGN and BUILD:

Out of the box, the TechLife Smart Watch P1 doesn't look like a budget smartwatch at all. It could easily be mistaken as a pricier wearable because of its sleek and solid build. The device comes in a circular watch case with a zinc alloy frame connected to a sturdy rubber strap with prominent stitches and textile patches for added texture. 

TechLife Smart Watch P1 strap

Its metal bezel comes with etched markings for a tachymeter, making the TechLife Smart Watch P1 appear like a high-end chronograph watch, especially with a matching analog watch face.

There's also a rotating crown dial which launches the smart watch menu and a side button that allows function customization, including a quick access to the workouts section of the TechLife Smart Watch P1.

Side button and crown dial

Another high-end touch on the budget-friendly TechLife Smart Watch P1 is its glass-like enclosure for its light sensors and magnetic charging plate at the bottom.

Despite its luxurious build, the TechLife Smart Watch P1 remains a rugged fitness watch, fittingly equipped with IP68 and 5ATM ratings. These added durability make the TechLife Smart Watch P1 safe to be used when it's raining, when showering, and for surface swimming. 

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Design-wise, the TechLife Smart Watch P1 covers aesthetics and ergonomics. It's an eye-candy and it's easy to carry on the wrist – not bulky and not heavy.

DISPLAY:

Complimenting its stylish build, the TechLife Smart Watch P1 has a bright and vibrant display, a 1.43-inch AMOLED screen with a 466 x 466 pixels resolution, in particular. The said smartwatch also supports an Always-On display, another feature that's not common among affordable wearables.

 TechLife Smart Watch P1 Display

Discovering the features of the TechLife Smart Watch P1 is an entertaining experience because of its sharp and rich display. Every tap and swipe feels effortless with its highly responsive screen.

The TechLife Smart Watch P1 works with the OnWear Pro app.

Its wide screen also offers enough real estate to explore various customization features like hundreds of watch faces available via the OnWear Pro app and multiple design options for the menu screen.

Hundreds of watch faces are available on the OnWear Pro app.

The TechLife Smart Watch P1 comes with different menu styles to choose from.

FEATURES:

As a smart fitness tracker, the TechLife Smart Watch P1 performs the mandatories like tracking your daily activities in terms of the number of steps and calories burned. It can also monitor sleep, heart rate, and blood oxygen. It can also display quick notifications from various apps like GMail, Messenger, Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and more.

The TechLife Smart Watch P1 also has a comprehensive list of workouts that it can track. There are the standard ones like running, walking, and swimming, plus other niche sports like mountaineering, strength training, yoga, and others. All in all, there are more than 100 exercises that the TechLife Smart Watch P1 can record. 

More than 100 excercises are available for tracking

TechLife Smart Watch P1 in strength training mode

Plus, users are assured of accurate tracking, particularly for workouts that involve distance, since the TechLife Smart Watch P1 also supports a variety of global navigation satellite systems like GPS, BDS, GLONASS, and Galileo. 

What makes the TechLife Smart Watch P1 way more interesting and worth the buy than other wearables are its added features. 

ChatGPT on the TechLife Smart Watch P1

For less than P3,000, you can get ChatGPT support right on your wrist. It's even easy to set up, all that's needed to do is to download the ChatGPT app within the OnWear Pro app, and then it will automatically sync with the watch. 

ChatGPT on the TechLife Smart Watch P1

ChatGPT on the TechLife Smart Watch P1 works via voice input, which gives away that the said smartwatch comes with a built-in microphone, capable of also supporting Bluetooth calls. 

The TechLife Smart Watch P1 supports Bluetooth calls.

There are other smart features on the TechLife Smart Watch P1, including its own AI voice assistant. This automatically activates when the smartwatch recognizes the voice wake prompts "Hey, Sol!" or "Hey, TechLife." The TechLife Smart Watch P1 can be dictated to do select functions through voice commands like "turn on camera," "start cycling," "show activity data," and more.

Apart from a built-in microphone, the TechLife Smart Watch P1 also has its own speaker. With this, users can listen to music played on the smartwatch itself. Audio quality on the TechLife Smart Watch P1 is decent. Music can be played loud enough to be heard when running outside, but expect a few cracks when the volume is set at max levels.

It's safe to say that the TechLife Smart Watch P1 is also designed as an entertainment device. With this wearable, users can even play games, watch videos, and read e-books right on their wrist. Games can be easily downloaded via the OnWear Pro app. 

Videos, music, and e-books can be onboarded via the OnWear Pro app.

Videos and e-books should also be uploaded from the connected smartphone to the OnWear Pro app, then the content will be synced to the TechLife Smart Watch P1.

Users can play music, read e-books, and watch a video on the TechLife Smart Watch P1.

BATTERY:

TechLife Smart Watch P1 on charging mode

TechLife claims that the TechLife Smart Watch P1 can last up to five days on a single charge – proven true based on our actual usage. Its long battery life is enough compromise for the long wait before the TechLife Smart Watch P1 recharges back to 100% again. See the charging time breakdown below:

15 minutes — 2% to 10%

30 minutes — 19%

45 minutes — 27%

60 minutes — 42%

1 hour & 15 minutes — 63%

1 hour & 30 minutes — 76%

1 hour & 45 minutes – 87%

2 hours and 10 minutes – 100%

The TechLife Smart Watch P1 comes with a round magnetic charger.

CONCLUSION:

Jam-packed with features, the TechLife Smart Watch P1 offers exceptional value beyond its price tag. With standout offerings like these, it delivers a premium wearable experience that's well within reach for the budget-savvy.

TechLife Smart Watch P1

The TechLife Smart Watch P1 retails for P2,999, available on Shopee.