Tissot T-Touch Owner Review : Fun, athletic and smart

I was initially tempted by the T-Touch Connect Solar but its imposing diameter (47 mm) was prohibitive. So, when the brand released this new model in a smaller size, I didn't hesitate long before buying it. Compared to the old models, we can see that the design of this version is much more refined. The black dial has just indexes and the minute indications are on the ceramic bezel. The case is made of titanium and alternates with polished and brushed edges for a beautiful effect. The hands are half-skeletonized and equipped with a Super-LumiNova coating for optimal visibility in the dark. I chose the version with the titanium bracelet. Surprisingly light, it has polished and brushed links, which gives it a distinguished appearance. However, it tends to scratch easily. The big positive point is the possibility of making micro-adjustments on the buckle, very useful when the wrist swells under the heat. Finally, it can be changed quite easily. So I also opted for a black rubber strap. The sapphire crystal is advertised as scratch-resistant but has the disadvantage of being particularly prone to fingerprints. The touch screen now allows you to swipe but it is not always very responsive, it is often easier to use the push buttons. I find that the use of the watch and the organization of the menus are not very intuitive. Unlike an Apple Watch where everything is logical and direct, here you will have to go through several submenus for simple actions or read the manual to understand manipulations that you cannot guess. The basic display of the digital screen displays the day, date and number of steps. I would have preferred the digital time or the possibility of being able to choose the option you prefer instead. In conditions where you can't see the hands well, if you want to see the digital time display, you have to look for it buried in submenus. It's really not practical. Just like starting a stopwatch or an alarm, it would have been better to be able to do it more directly by reducing the number of manipulations required. Descendant of the T-Touch family, we can regret that this version abandons options that were its trademark, such as the compass, the altimeter and the barometer. Having tested the activity functions, I noticed that the indications were rather approximate (in particular the distance traveled or the difference in altitude). In addition, the number of functions is relatively small. An Apple Watch, for example, offers many more possibilities, will be much more efficient, more intuitive and at a price three times lower. But that's not what we ask of this T-Touch Connect Sport. Because it is first and foremost a real watch equipped with 3 real hands. This is a beautiful piece of traditional Swiss watchmaking that has been boosted with modern technology. Its other strong point is its power reserve. Running on solar energy, its battery is almost unlimited in non-connected mode and can last 6 months with normal use. Let's be clear, this watch is intended for a niche target audience. Athletes who need a smartwatch will turn to other models that are much more efficient and much less expensive. It is rather aimed at people who are looking for a beautiful watch first. Personally, I find it perfect for traveling, when you only want one watch that goes everywhere. During the day, it allows you to measure your activity (distance traveled, etc.) and contains other useful functions such as notifications. In the evening, it can be a little dressed up without being too flashy. And the big advantage is that it doesn't need to be recharged! Specs: Perpetual calendar, Alarm, Time, Time zones, Automatic daylight saving time, Chronograph, Chrono with split time functions (SPLIT), Chrono lap (log), Chrono log, Step counter, Calories burned, Distance traveled, Notifications, Connection alerts, Eco mode, Auto sleep mode, speed, pace, heart rate, altitude gain, altitude, incoming calls, movement alerts Diameter: 43.75 mm Thickness: 13.5 mm Power reserve: 42 h Year: 2024 Ref: T1534204405100 Depth: 50 m Antimagnetic titanium case Ceramic bezel Scratch-resistant tactile sapphire crystal Solar quartz movement