Apple and Samsung need better smartwatch controls to win over athletes - The Verge

Samsung just announced the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro for outdoor athletes and Apple is also expected to release a rugged version of the Apple Watch this fall. But smartwatches can’t rely too heavily on touchscreens to win over athletes.

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is meant to appeal to serious outdoors athletes, but relies on a touchscreen. Photo by Allison Johnson / The Verge Earlier this week, Samsung announced the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro… [+3995 chars]

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