This is the first video review on the whole internet solely dedicated to the 42mm -- the model that is being gradually but steadily acknowledged in various written (pre hands-on) reviews as the more 'interesting' one: more inclusive, more elegant, a veritable different watch (not just the successor of the E3), etc. Kudos for this! 👍
Thanks for noticing - this is a legit giant leap forward for Swiss smartwatches, weighs the same as a SS automatic watch on leather, so feels good, and the case is really well designed / very elegant. Can vouch that it is worth further investigation for sure.
@@Timeandtidewatches Thank you for acknowledging this... My take is that this differentiating factor is being acknowledged at a slow pace because most 45mm'ers are coming from the E2 45 and E3 camp, so they naturally acknowledged the 45mm one. This one will have to gradually carve a niche in those who do not know it exists, and that it is different from the 45mm at that (arguably more appealing in various ways, not least the one you referred to). In the end, the Swiss don't want to leave the whole pie to the Germans :) -- from what I understand, the beautiful Montblanc Summit 2 has been (relatively) selling like hotcakes...
Thanks to your review, bought one over xmas. Ordered the blue "limited edition" leather band version, with the metal strap extra. Its truly as gorgeous as you present here.
Thank you for such a great video on this E4. It's usually so frustrating to try to dig to find the essential info on these on horrible web pages, needing to click back and forth, wade through so much useless stuff and be distracted by sliding this, video that of useless little page fillers. No need to now to fish for useful images (which never match usefulness of video footage) to get an idea of what it really looks like, and usually their web pages all have more misleading than helpful pictures. Now I'm relaxed with an empty coffee cup in my hand and the basic idea of what that watch is like! I might even consider a Tag Heuer for the first time, as it's a more elegant alternative to my Apple Watch and I've almost decided to give up completely on smart watches so I don't need immense functionality anyway, just the basics.
Glad this worked for you - it's a really well sculpted case, fits my 7in wrist well, and does the basics of a smart watch perfectly well - notifications, heart rate, workout guidance etc. Give it a try if you get a chance - Thanks for watching, Andrew
@@Timeandtidewatches Well, I tried one on at Tag Heuer's boutique and: it says "Made in China" on the case. How did Tag Heuer think that's ok? Since when is it acceptable for Swiss watch brands to sell Chinese junk?
Tag gets alot of criticism because they are starting to lean into smart watches..Honestly though this is the first smart wstch I would consider buying..I don't think Tag deserves all of the hate..
I am a collector I have them all Bugatti Tag E1 2 3 Montblanc 1 2 summit Diesel Name it My favorite was Montblanc summit 2 bicolour but.... I just got the E4 42 and it's the best of all I just love it Perfect 🥰🥰🥰
Just bought it. Was worried it would be too small: no. It fits perfectly on wrist but the screen is very visible. I have a 7 inch wrist and the 45 mm was too big in the lug to lug. High quality piece and worth the price
Looks good. OS is decent and looks better than most. However, Tag really needs to figure out a long-life battery breakthrough in order to seriously make their smartwatch worth a luxury price.
I’m wrapped with my e4 42mm. It’s such a classic look for a watch and feels premium compared to some other smart watches. It’s not a fitness watch though really, there are better options on the market for this.
Hey Elmeri, I have owned my E4 42mm for a few months now. You can change the setting from “always on” to gesture control, or even lock the screen so you don’t switch it on every time you accidentally press the crown button.
My Tag Heuer Connected has had connectivity issues since purchase. Terrible product. OS is poor and constantly in repairs. Avoid this product like the plague. Biggest purchase regret in my life.
Hybrid tech has been around since the dawn of electronic watches - why not indeed. Anything to save the drag of charging I say. Thanks for watching - Andrew
I was going to pull the trigger and buy one this week. Did lots of search for reviews and pretty much most of the reviews were really bad from current owners. And, I didnt know this specific watch is made in China so nevermind I'll pass for now
I just can’t get on the smart watch wagon. I love mechanical watches because they are timeless and can last a lifetime. Tech stuff falls apart sooner rather than later.
True that - but like I say on Dave's comment, TAG Heuer are offering trade ins on Connected Watches to offer a bit of coverage. Not a perfect solution, but there are many people who want something with better / more classic wristwatch build quality (and not as generic) than an Apple Watch - Andrew
Owning a smart phone I need a smart watch as much as another whole in my head. Understand other people may have different needs, just fail to understand the necessity of spending so much money on it. Rather use the funds for purchasing a Fitbit and a decent mechanical GADA watch instead.
So...I went to try one on, and it's a nice size. Pretty good looking. But then I saw on the back of the case of that "Tag Heuer", the "Swiss watch" was the text: "Made in China". What were they thinking?
I would rather just get an Apple iwatch, if I wanted a smartwatch. I owned a quartz Tag, back in college and for me I guess, Tags will alway be a budget, entry level watch.
Fair enough - this represents a legitimate middle ground, compared to the huge previous models. I remember those quartz TAG models, wanted one bad in school, never got one - just the 'rich kids' 😂 - Thanks for watching, Andrew
For the price, reputation, and engineering that is associated with Tag Heuer watches, I could not bring myself to invest in this particular line Made in China; yes, made in China. Lower the Tag Smart series to below $600 and I’ll think about it.
it is 2 and a half grand, for a plastic band, having to recharge the bugger all the time, and the knowledge that it will be 100% obsolete in 2 - 5 years at the absolute maximum.
You're spot on - this is part of a promotional campaign, box now ticked, we're usually sharp with this, our bad and well spotted. It's Andrew here, sponsorship aside, it's the only of the Connected I reckon I'd have a place for, case and sizing is much better. That said, after a week of daily wear, still don't like getting notifications on my wrist, so reckon I"m just not the target market. Thanks for watching so closely - Andrew
These watches retail for $2,750 here in Australia, the screen is already slow to respond, and will be end of life within 3 years. Promoting this disposable stuff is disingenuous and makes Time & Tide look like shysters. Get an Apple Watch.
Like it or not, people are keen for this kind of bridging watch, the numbers can be massive on these videos - and TAG Heuer are offering trade ins on all previous models, so if you're going to buy into it, at least you're getting a bit of coverage. The demand is there for something that's not Apple - as hard as that might be to fathom for some. Thanks for watching and commenting - Andrew
Normally I am not a huge fan of smart watches but this one looks amazing!
A big step forward for sure.
This is the first video review on the whole internet solely dedicated to the 42mm -- the model that is being gradually but steadily acknowledged in various written (pre hands-on) reviews as the more 'interesting' one: more inclusive, more elegant, a veritable different watch (not just the successor of the E3), etc. Kudos for this! 👍
Thanks for noticing - this is a legit giant leap forward for Swiss smartwatches, weighs the same as a SS automatic watch on leather, so feels good, and the case is really well designed / very elegant. Can vouch that it is worth further investigation for sure.
@@Timeandtidewatches Thank you for acknowledging this... My take is that this differentiating factor is being acknowledged at a slow pace because most 45mm'ers are coming from the E2 45 and E3 camp, so they naturally acknowledged the 45mm one. This one will have to gradually carve a niche in those who do not know it exists, and that it is different from the 45mm at that (arguably more appealing in various ways, not least the one you referred to). In the end, the Swiss don't want to leave the whole pie to the Germans :) -- from what I understand, the beautiful Montblanc Summit 2 has been (relatively) selling like hotcakes...
Thanks to your review, bought one over xmas. Ordered the blue "limited edition" leather band version, with the metal strap extra. Its truly as gorgeous as you present here.
Thank you for such a great video on this E4. It's usually so frustrating to try to dig to find the essential info on these on horrible web pages, needing to click back and forth, wade through so much useless stuff and be distracted by sliding this, video that of useless little page fillers. No need to now to fish for useful images (which never match usefulness of video footage) to get an idea of what it really looks like, and usually their web pages all have more misleading than helpful pictures.
Now I'm relaxed with an empty coffee cup in my hand and the basic idea of what that watch is like!
I might even consider a Tag Heuer for the first time, as it's a more elegant alternative to my Apple Watch and I've almost decided to give up completely on smart watches so I don't need immense functionality anyway, just the basics.
Glad this worked for you - it's a really well sculpted case, fits my 7in wrist well, and does the basics of a smart watch perfectly well - notifications, heart rate, workout guidance etc. Give it a try if you get a chance - Thanks for watching, Andrew
@@Timeandtidewatches Well, I tried one on at Tag Heuer's boutique and: it says "Made in China" on the case. How did Tag Heuer think that's ok? Since when is it acceptable for Swiss watch brands to sell Chinese junk?
The bezel on this 42mm watch is much better than the 45mm ones IMO. I'm in love with it!
Tag gets alot of criticism because they are starting to lean into smart watches..Honestly though this is the first smart wstch I would consider buying..I don't think Tag deserves all of the hate..
I am a collector
I have them all
Bugatti
Tag E1 2 3
Montblanc 1 2 summit
Diesel
Name it
My favorite was Montblanc summit 2 bicolour but....
I just got the E4 42 and it's the best of all
I just love it
Perfect 🥰🥰🥰
What other watches do you have? Can we see a video of all?
Just bought it. Was worried it would be too small: no. It fits perfectly on wrist but the screen is very visible. I have a 7 inch wrist and the 45 mm was too big in the lug to lug. High quality piece and worth the price
Did you pair with iPhone or Android? Is it better than an Apple Watch or Samsung?
Looks good. OS is decent and looks better than most. However, Tag really needs to figure out a long-life battery breakthrough in order to seriously make their smartwatch worth a luxury price.
What is the battery life?
That's a bingo
Can it last >7 yrs easily? My main concern is on battery life and reliability.
I’m wrapped with my e4 42mm. It’s such a classic look for a watch and feels premium compared to some other smart watches. It’s not a fitness watch though really, there are better options on the market for this.
Gotta say well done TH!
Bezel looks like a blancpain… I like it
It’s a lot like new Autavia
Mhhhhhhhhhhh
😱😱😱😱
Maybe I need one……!!!
I never thought about buying a smartwatch……
But……😱😂😱maybe I need one….
It looks great!
Thanx for showing!!!
Would you recommend this over the Tissot t touch solar?
It's been a long and fast review. :)
No time to waste!
Does the screen stay on even if you dont keep tapping it?
Stays in lume mode
Hey Elmeri, I have owned my E4 42mm for a few months now. You can change the setting from “always on” to gesture control, or even lock the screen so you don’t switch it on every time you accidentally press the crown button.
My Tag Heuer Connected has had connectivity issues since purchase. Terrible product. OS is poor and constantly in repairs. Avoid this product like the plague. Biggest purchase regret in my life.
Thanks for the video, can you play golf with it, what is the difference with the golf edition?
Je la veux
looks great but still missing SPO2 that's essential
Still waiting for a smart display powered by an automatic movement....why not?
Hybrid tech has been around since the dawn of electronic watches - why not indeed. Anything to save the drag of charging I say. Thanks for watching - Andrew
Because you'd have to wank all day long with your watch hand, just to keep it charged up enough to still have battery in the morning when you wake up.
@@stijnvandamme76 so you mean my day wouldn't really be any different then? lol
I was going to pull the trigger and buy one this week. Did lots of search for reviews and pretty much most of the reviews were really bad from current owners. And, I didnt know this specific watch is made in China so nevermind I'll pass for now
Water resistant? Also will strong sunlight wash out the electronic display?
Yes, 100m WR - and responds ok to bright sunshine
@@Timeandtidewatches it's 50M (as video shows 5min 30 secs in) :)
How much is it though? I wish they would include the price in the video please. Sorry just had to read the description ALL the way at the bottom 👍
1250 now
I just can’t get on the smart watch wagon. I love mechanical watches because they are timeless and can last a lifetime. Tech stuff falls apart sooner rather than later.
True that - but like I say on Dave's comment, TAG Heuer are offering trade ins on Connected Watches to offer a bit of coverage. Not a perfect solution, but there are many people who want something with better / more classic wristwatch build quality (and not as generic) than an Apple Watch - Andrew
Owning a smart phone I need a smart watch as much as another whole in my head. Understand other people may have different needs, just fail to understand the necessity of spending so much money on it. Rather use the funds for purchasing a Fitbit and a decent mechanical GADA watch instead.
A path many will take, which is totally cool
So...I went to try one on, and it's a nice size. Pretty good looking. But then I saw on the back of the case of that "Tag Heuer", the "Swiss watch" was the text: "Made in China".
What were they thinking?
I would rather just get an Apple iwatch, if I wanted a smartwatch. I owned a quartz Tag, back in college and for me I guess, Tags will alway be a budget, entry level watch.
Fair enough - this represents a legitimate middle ground, compared to the huge previous models. I remember those quartz TAG models, wanted one bad in school, never got one - just the 'rich kids' 😂 - Thanks for watching, Andrew
The old Huawei watch gt looks almost identical
Does it show texts and or emails?
very nice but way too expensive
looks laggy, no google assistant...terrible...apple has this beat easily
For the price, reputation, and engineering that is associated with Tag Heuer watches, I could not bring myself to invest in this particular line Made in China; yes, made in China. Lower the Tag Smart series to below $600 and I’ll think about it.
Any recommendations? You seem well informed
Could you add your bank card to the watch and pay like the Apple Watch
Yes sir 👌🏻
it is 2 and a half grand, for a plastic band, having to recharge the bugger all the time, and the knowledge that it will be 100% obsolete in 2 - 5 years at the absolute maximum.
Battery life sucks!!!!
If rather by a real watch for 1800 than get hustled for a branded smart watch.
How can you get away with not dislosing all this sponsored Tag Bullshit? Way to devlaue the T&T brand
You're spot on - this is part of a promotional campaign, box now ticked, we're usually sharp with this, our bad and well spotted. It's Andrew here, sponsorship aside, it's the only of the Connected I reckon I'd have a place for, case and sizing is much better. That said, after a week of daily wear, still don't like getting notifications on my wrist, so reckon I"m just not the target market. Thanks for watching so closely - Andrew
@@Timeandtidewatches you can simply disable notifications.
Swiss? 😂 as misleading as calling the apple watch an American watch
Swiss case and hardware and San Fran tech - better than the first Gens when they tried to do tech themselves!
@@Timeandtidewatches thanks for clarifying! The MADE IN CHINA engraving had me thinking it was made in China. A bit confusing to say the least 😅
Q. How to charging? Still use direct connector or wireless?
If use connector......mmmm it's easy to corrode and ..... you know, suddenly dead.
Call me a purist, but i dont like it!
Nope. Don’t like it.👎👎
These watches retail for $2,750 here in Australia, the screen is already slow to respond, and will be end of life within 3 years.
Promoting this disposable stuff is disingenuous and makes Time & Tide look like shysters. Get an Apple Watch.
Like it or not, people are keen for this kind of bridging watch, the numbers can be massive on these videos - and TAG Heuer are offering trade ins on all previous models, so if you're going to buy into it, at least you're getting a bit of coverage. The demand is there for something that's not Apple - as hard as that might be to fathom for some. Thanks for watching and commenting - Andrew
Looks nice, but I like a watch to be a watch not a gadget!!🥱🥱🥱🥱