Image credit: indiamart When it comes to wristwatches, we have certainly come a long way. We started off with the quartz watches integrated with quartz crystal and electronic oscillators and now to the advanced smartwatches that have lately been worn by people worldwide. Both these wristwatches have top-notch benefits, including good accountability, convenience/ease, and … [Read more...] about Open-source Firmware For an ESP32-based LILYGO T-Wrist
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LilyGo E Ink smartwatch gets open-source qpaperOS firmware support
Considering the highly power-efficient attributes of E Ink displays, it's a logical choice for smartwatch manufacturers to embrace these displays to ensure prolonged battery life for their devices, spanning several days on a single charge. A notable example illustrating this trend is the ESP32-based LILYGO T-Wrist. However, a smartwatch isn't complete without appropriate … [Read more...] about LilyGo E Ink smartwatch gets open-source qpaperOS firmware support
Garmin reportedly working on its largest watch ever
A mysterious new watch has surfaced on the FCC website, listed under the code name IPH-04600, Forbes reported. According to the information available in one of the documents, this watch could potentially be the largest model produced by Garmin. Based on the listed dimensions of 5.7cm by 1.3cm, the watch face could measure as much as 57mm in diameter. If true, this would make it … [Read more...] about Garmin reportedly working on its largest watch ever
Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition features E Ink display
The Fossil Gen 6 series of smartwatches have a new member in the form of the Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition. As AndroidPolice reported, the primary difference from the Gen 6 Wellness edition is that there is an E Ink display watch-face this time, with the other difference being that it does not run the Wear OS. Also, it being a hybrid device, there also exist two physical … [Read more...] about Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition features E Ink display
Fossil Gen 6 Neutra E Ink hybrid smartwatch review. The best hybrid smartwatch out there?
There might not be any dearth of smartwatches out there but those are essentially pieces of tech gizmos that you wrap around your wrist. Nothing wrong with that but it may not suffice the requirements of those who might be looking for that classic watch appeal, one that is more of a watch than being entirely a smart connected thing that may make you feel overwhelmed with tons … [Read more...] about Fossil Gen 6 Neutra E Ink hybrid smartwatch review. The best hybrid smartwatch out there?
Pebble E Ink smartwatch now compliant with 64-bit Pixel 7 post unexpected update
Remember the Pebble smartwatch that broke onto the scene almost a decade back? You might be forgiven if you have already lost track of it as it isn't mainstream anymore. That is until now when the smartwatch characterized by an E Ink display is back in the news all over again thanks to an update that makes it 64-bit-ready. That way, as ArsTechnica reported, the smartwatch is … [Read more...] about Pebble E Ink smartwatch now compliant with 64-bit Pixel 7 post unexpected update
First look at the Fossil Neutra Gen 6 Hybrid E INK Smartwatch
Many of the leading smartwatches out there have a ton of functionality and look great. The Series 8 Apple Watch and Pixel Watch are notable, since they are backed by giant companies. However, most of them in the market, might last a couple of days, and then you have to recharge them. Could we finally get a watch with long battery life, full of smart features and look sexy? … [Read more...] about First look at the Fossil Neutra Gen 6 Hybrid E INK Smartwatch
Review at the Mudita Moment Watch
Mutida Moment is a smartwatch whose case is made of stainless steel and is protected by sapphire glass. It measures 38 mm in diameter and with a case thickness of 10.8 mm. The Mudita Moment is optimally sized, proving suitable for most wrists. The watch case looks elegant, discreet, and readily slips beneath the cuff of a shirt or blouse. Perfect fit for everyone, on any … [Read more...] about Review at the Mudita Moment Watch
Apple announces a bevy of new phones and watches
Apple has just announced a myriad of new phones and watches. You might have seen mighty coverage of it appear in your feeds, but instead of rehashing the industrial design and tech specs, I wanted to simply give you my thoughts on some of the new features, with an emphasis on safety.Apple’s latest iPhone and Apple Watch include new safety features that will help protect you … [Read more...] about Apple announces a bevy of new phones and watches
New E INK Zio Watch and ZEUS System can detect AFib
Smartwatches with a 24/7 heartbeat tracking feature have become a dime a dozen. The more expensive ones come with an ECG feature as well. However, here is one that claims to take things to a new level - the Zio Watch and the ZEUS System, which its makers Verily said can not only detect Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) but can also assist the health care workers in effectively dealing … [Read more...] about New E INK Zio Watch and ZEUS System can detect AFib
Fresh Pixel Watch rumors gain steam, launch seems imminent
Rumors of a Pixel branded smartwatch have been there for perhaps as long as the Pixel brand itself. Google has been offering a dedicated smartwatch platform in the form of the Wear OS for years now but never actually came out with the hardware that can be considered the ideal depiction of what it thought a smartwatch running its software should be like. That said, things seem … [Read more...] about Fresh Pixel Watch rumors gain steam, launch seems imminent
First Look at the Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Smart Watch
The Garmin Instinct smart watch is not designed for fashion, such as the Sony FES Watch U or Fossil. It is designed for people who are active and need a rugged watch to keep up with biking, swimming or hiking. Whatever you do, own it with Instinct 2S Solar. This rugged GPS smartwatch is tough enough to keep up with you, unique enough to fit your style and small enough to fit … [Read more...] about First Look at the Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Smart Watch
TshWatch smart wearable with E Ink display will keep tabs on your body
Getting to buy a smartwatch having all the latest health monitoring features is one thing but developing one's own from scratch is a completely different ballgame, one that is as much about fun as it is exciting. The TshWatch is one such project being pursued by Ivan / @pikot which comes with an E Ink display and is rather ambitious in its scope. For the wearable is envisaged … [Read more...] about TshWatch smart wearable with E Ink display will keep tabs on your body