Fossil Smartwatches: Tracking Sleep And More

Fossil's smartwatches can track sleep using third-party apps such as Sleep as Android and Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS. The Fossil Gen 6 Wellness Edition smartwatch also has a Wellness app that can be used to monitor sleep. However, some users have reported issues with the accuracy of the sleep tracking feature on Fossil smartwatches.

Fossil's Wellness app

The sleep tracking feature on the Wellness app provides insights into your sleep patterns and quality. It tracks your various stages of sleep, including light sleep, deep sleep, and the times you're awake. It also offers a "Sleep" timer, which starts when you lie down and expects you to stay asleep until morning, ignoring brief periods of movement. However, some users have reported inconsistencies with this automatic sleep tracking feature, requiring manual adjustments.

To enable sleep tracking on your Fossil smartwatch, ensure your watch is set up correctly. Open the Wellness app and go to Settings > Account > Tracking Preferences. Toggle Sleep on, and you can also enable Auto Blood Oxygen monitoring to track SpO2 levels while you sleep.

In addition to sleep tracking, the Wellness app offers other health and fitness features. It allows you to set and track fitness goals, including the number of steps, active calories burned, and active minutes per day. The app also provides a live heart rate reading and estimates your cardio fitness level or VO2 max during activities.

For those seeking more advanced sleep tracking features or compatibility with other devices, third-party sleep tracking apps are available. Options like "Sleep as Android" or "Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS" can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, respectively. These apps may offer more precise sleep tracking and additional insights into your sleep patterns.

While the Fossil Wellness app provides a range of features, some users have expressed mixed opinions about its accuracy, especially regarding sleep tracking. Nevertheless, with its combination of health and fitness tracking capabilities, the app offers Fossil smartwatch users a convenient way to monitor their overall wellness.

Third-party sleep tracking apps

Fossil's Wellness app is available on Gen 5 and Gen 6 smartwatches and can be used to monitor sleep, track workouts, and more. The app comes preloaded on the watch, so there is no need to download it from the Play Store. To access it, simply open the app menu and tap "Wellness". To turn on sleep tracking, open the Wellness app and navigate to Settings > Account > Tracking preferences. From there, make sure Sleep is toggled on. You can also toggle Auto Blood Oxygen so the app can monitor SpO2 while you sleep. The app will track your various stages of sleep, including light sleep, deep sleep, and the times when you're awake.

If you are looking for third-party sleep-tracking apps, there are several options available. For Android phones, the "Sleep as Android" app can be downloaded, while for iPhones, the "Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS" app can be used. Another option is to use the FitToFit app in the Play Store to sync Fitbit data with Google Fit. Additionally, some users have suggested buying a third-party automatic sleep tracker like Beddit or Beautyrest. However, it is important to note that some Fossil watch users have expressed disappointment with the accuracy of the sleep tracking feature, stating that it does not always correctly differentiate between time spent in bed and actual sleep.

Sleep as Android app

Fossil smartwatches can track sleep, but the feature has been criticised for its inaccuracy. Fossil's sleep tracking feature has been described as "useless" by some users, who have reported issues with the accuracy of the data. For instance, one user reported that the watch stated they had been asleep for longer than they had been in bed. Another user reported that the watch failed to detect that they had been awake for 20 minutes during the night.

To use the sleep tracking feature on Fossil smartwatches, you need to download third-party sleep tracking apps. One such app is Sleep as Android, which can be used on Fossil smartwatches. The app uses actigraphy to track sleep, which determines wakefulness based on movement patterns. It is important to note that this method is not as accurate as polysomnography and can be particularly inaccurate for people with very poor sleep or minimal activity during wakefulness.

Sleep as Android is a sleep management app that can be used on Android phones and smartwatches. The app offers a two-week trial with access to all features, including a snore recorder and sleep aid. One unique feature of the app is its smart alarm, which requires the user to scan a QR code in the bathroom or shake the phone heavily to turn it off. This feature aims to ensure that the user is out of bed and awake. The app can also sync with commercially available smartwatches to track sleep using the device's built-in motion sensor or accelerometer.

The Sleep as Android app has received generally positive reviews, with some users praising its advanced features and functionality. However, others have questioned the accuracy of the app's sleep cycle tracking and the effectiveness of its smart alarm feature. Some users have also expressed concerns about the privacy implications of using sleep tracking apps, as they often require access to sensitive data such as heart rate and movement patterns.

Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS app

Fossil smartwatches can track your sleep using third-party sleep tracking apps. To use these apps, you must first download them on your smartphone, and then download them on your watch from the watch's Playstore.

One such third-party app is the Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS. This app is privacy-focused and works without an internet or phone connection. Its features include sleep detection (light, deep, REM) and statistics, Accelerometer and Heart Rate tracking, IFTTT integration, a smart alarm with a snooze function, and the ability to export data to your email address. The app can be installed from your watch and will display as incompatible on your phone.

The Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS app has been described as having a cumbersome interface. Additionally, it has been noted that the app does not have a waking window feature, which is available in other apps such as Sleep as Android. However, these apps have been criticised for draining the battery of the watch due to their constant Bluetooth communication with the phone.

If you are looking for a simple app with a waking window alarm clock, Wake Up Well is a good option. Alternatively, if you are looking for an automatic sleep tracker, third-party devices such as Beddit or Beautyrest can be used alongside your smartwatch.

Fitbit

Fossil's sleep tracking is available via third-party sleep tracking apps. After pairing the watch with Wear OS by Google App, you can access a wide range of features from the watch. You can download third-party sleep tracking apps by visiting Google Play. For Android phones, you can access the Sleep As Android app from the watch's Play Store. For iPhones, you can use the "Smart Alarm and Sleep Tracker for Wear OS" app.

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