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5 smartwatches that make perfect Rakshabandhan gifts: From Apple to Amazfit

5 smartwatches that make perfect Rakshabandhan gifts: From Apple to Amazfit

Hindustan Times5 days ago
Not sure what to gift your sister this Rakshabandhan? A smartwatch is thoughtful, practical, and something she'll use every single day. She might be into fitness, adventure, or just likes stylish tech, there's a perfect option here for every kind of sibling. We've picked five smartwatches that are worth gifting. From premium picks to rugged all-rounders. Gift tech on Rakshabandhan with this selection of smartwatches.
1. Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm)
If your sister's in the Apple ecosystem, this is the safest and smartest pick. The Series 10 brings a sleek Jet Black aluminium case, a vibrant always-on Retina display, and all the features she'll actually use like ECG tracking, water resistance, and tight integration with iPhone. Great for fitness, productivity, and style.
Best for: Sisters who live on iMessage, love polished tech, and won't settle for less.
2. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (47mm, LTE)
Samsung's Watch Ultra is built to impress. It's got serious battery stamina (up to 100 hours), sapphire glass, dual GPS, health tracking (including BP and ECG), and even a Quick Button + Siren combo for emergencies. A tank disguised as a smartwatch.
Best for: Active, outdoorsy sisters who value safety, precision, and long battery life.
3. Garmin Forerunner 55
This one's focused purely on fitness, with daily workout suggestions, built-in GPS, and a 2-week battery life. It's simple, effective, and doesn't bombard users with fluff. If your sister's training for a marathon, or just trying to stay consistent, this is a no-nonsense gift.
Best for: Goal-oriented sisters who track every run, ride, or walk.
4. Amazfit T-Rex 3
This rugged, military-grade smartwatch is built for extremes. With offline maps, 2000 nits brightness, 27-day battery life, and 10 ATM water resistance, it's ready for whatever your sister throws at it, be it trekking in the hills or biking through the city.
Best for: Adventurous sisters who love pushing boundaries.
5. OnePlus Watch 2R
Great display, solid battery life (up to 100 hours), and Google's Wear OS 4. This is OnePlus' answer to the all-rounder watch. With 100+ sports modes and Bluetooth calling, it's ideal for multitaskers who want both function and flair.
Best for: Style-conscious sisters who want value, versatility, and reliability
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