Fossil launches a new smartwatch, the Hybrid HR
American fashion designer and manufacturer Fossil announced it has launched its latest smartwatch called the Hybrid HR.
The device features physical watch hands, a circular always-on display and an e-ink screen that can display information such as weather, app notifications, and activity tracking.
The monochromatic screen helps to increase the life of the 55mAh battery, with Fossil stating the devices will offer up to two weeks of use on a single charge.
The Hybrid HR boasts heart rate monitoring, a step counter, and a distance tracker and comes with a range of designs with interchangeable straps.
However, the device does not come with a built-in GPS but can be synced with a supported Android or iOS smartphone, that will allow wearers to control music playback, view incoming phone calls and messages, and find their device with a ringing function.
This interface will run on Fossil’s proprietary operating system, which also supports syncing with Google Fit.
The Hybrid HR is available in the US and other countries starting from $195 (R2,900).
Local availability and or pricing have not yet been announced.
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Written by: Gabriella Steyn.
Guzzle Media
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