# Durable Low-Cost Smartwatches The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE Has a Sapphire Glass Crystal By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-06-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch-fe References: [gsmarena](https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch_fe_official-news-63282.php) & [samsungmobilepress](https://www.samsungmobilepress.com/press-releases/first-galaxy-watch-fe-empowers-even-more-users-with-samsungs-advanced-health-monitoring-technology/)  The [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch-fe-lte) Galaxy Watch FE smartwatch has been officially unveiled by the brand as its latest wearable that's engineered with [durability, advanced features and value](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ticwatch-atlas) in mind. The smartwatch comes in at 40mm in size and has a sapphire glass crystal along with an aluminum case, which combine together to give the wearable rigidity without too much heft. The wearable has a 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display, the [Exynos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-watch-ultra) W920 SoC, 1.5GB of RAM, 16GB of storage space and a 247mAh battery. The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE smartwatch comes in a variety of colors and is rounded out with an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. Priced at just $199, the wearable will be available starting June 24, 2024 ahead of an LTE model that will arrive in October for $249.99. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Durable Smartwatch Materials:** Integrating sapphire glass and aluminum cases into smartwatches to balance sturdiness with lightweight design. - **Affordable Smartwatches:** Offering high-end smartwatch features and durability at a lower price point to reach a broader market. - **Advanced Feature Integration:** Combining powerful processors like the Exynos W920 SoC with ample RAM and storage for enhanced performance in wearable devices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wearable Technology:** The introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE highlights advancements in blending durability and affordability in smartwatches. - **Consumer Electronics:** Lower-cost, high-durability smartwatches are set to disrupt traditional pricing models in the consumer electronics market. - **Fitness and Health Monitoring:** New smartwatches with advanced tech specifications and durability cater to fitness enthusiasts seeking reliable and affordable devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible LTE-Enabled Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch-fe-lte.md) - [Feature-Packed Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-watch-ultra.md) - [AI-Enabled Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-watch7.md) - [Cellular Synthetic Sapphire Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-watch-5.md) - [High-End Timepiece-Like Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coros-apex-4.md) - [Healthy Habit-Promoting Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch6.md) - [Longevity-Focused Budget Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-s24-fe.md) - [Low-Cost Feature-Packed Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-watch-pro.md) - [Chic Cushion-Shaped Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch.md)