With a mobile phone capable of telling you time in nearly every pocket or purse on the globe, who really needs a watch? This cluster of cutting edge, non-watch-related wrist innovations will make you want to free up some of that valuable real estate next to your hands.
There are mobile phones, water bottles, televisions and keyboards all made to fit on your wrist. Okay, so a few of the wrist innovations can also tell time, but watches they are not.
49 Timeless Wrist Innovations
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Bassglow
Sound Activated Wrist Band
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Lace Bracelets
Itunube 'Bracelaces' Have a Modern Victorian Edge
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Wrist Pens
The Helix Watch is a Must-Have for those Who Love Writing
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iPod Jewelry
The iBangle
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Wristband Mobile Phones
'The Dial' Phone Combines Fashion and the Need to Stay Connected
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Arm Warmers
Functional & Stylish Shirtless Sleeves
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Diabetic Wristbands
Gluco(M) Tracks Sugar Levels With Electric Flow
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Vibrating Bracelets for the Deaf
The Vibering for Safety
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Twisted Mobile Phone
BenQ-Siemens Snaked
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Wrist TV
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Adult ID Tags
RoadID Could Save Your Life
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Fashionably Uggly Bags
New Ugg Accessories
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Caller ID Bracelets
The Nokia Icon Keeps You in the Loop at All Times
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Holographic Wrist Phones
Keep an Eye on Your Social Life with the Dew Wearable Cellphone
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Wristwatch Phones
The 'Thrifty Watch Phone' Has Come Right on Time
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Eco Bracelet Computers
The Flux PC
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Russian Folklore Fashion
Natalya Aikens' Fairytale Art Cuffs Are Inspired by Her Heritage
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USB Flash Drive Wristbands
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Origami Bags
Chloe Leather Alligator Fold Clutch
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Glowing Gloves
Fibre Optic Flashlight Gloves from Tilen Sepic
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Never Miss a Call or Forget Your Phone
BluAlert Vibrating Bluetooth Wristband
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Communicative Jewelry
The Chic and Elegant Dial Wristwatch Phone
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Wrist-Worn Phones
The Cricket Mobile Phone Has a Watch & Voice Activated MP3 Player
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PC on your Wrist
The INFO Live Bracelet Concept
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Cuff Wallets
Tovicorrie Lotus Wristband Has a Secret Inner Pocket to Stash Money and Keys
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Wrist-Worn Reminders
'Mnemonic' by Ming Kiang Tan Thwarts Forgetfulness
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All-Inclusive Mobiles
The T-Glove is Your Wallet, Cellphone, MP3 Player and More
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Mood-Sensitive Wristbands
Robometer Measures Happiness
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Wrist Worn Water Bottle
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Wearable Boomboxes
The Future Mobile Music Device Puts Your Heart on Your Sleeve
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Edgy Eco-Accessories
Recycled Rock-and-Roll Wrist Cuffs From Drink Cans and LPs
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GPS Convergence
The GPS Map Shot Bracelet, Camera and Post Card
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Text Message Wrist Bands
The Wristlet Concept
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Bionic Baby Monitors
The Sikker Intercommunication Device Lets You Rest Easy
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Wrist-Worn iPhones
The Phubby is the Perfect iPhone Holder
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Lost Phone Locators
The Samsung Proxima from John Loekito Helps Bring Lost Phones Home
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Super Kiddie Tech Wear
'Animate' Encourages Children to Get Active Outside
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Wrist-Worn Computers
The Zypad WR1100 is the Ultimate Functional Geek Fashion
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Secret Cash Stashes
The Wristband Wallet Hides Your Bills From Pick-Pockets
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Recycled Ties
The Narwhal Company Transforms Your Formalwear
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Six Bladed Circular Shaving
The Rolling Razor
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Protect Your Wrist, Tantalize Your Tummy
PC Breakfast Wrist Rests
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Wrist Computers
Glacier Computers W200 Is Like a Windows-Running Bracelet
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Waterproof Wrist-Recorders
The Waterproof Flashlight DVR is for Aquatic Adventurers
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Wrist-Worn Anti-Snoring Devices
The SnorePro Silences Your Wood-Sawing Slumber
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Tool Belts for Your Wrist
Magnogrip Keeps Nails and Screws Close at Hand
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Wrist-Worn Keyboards
iKey's AK-39 is Wearable and Convenient
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Anti-Germ Wristbands
Skip the Shake Shows Your Stance on Handshakes
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Kid Safety Bands
Easier Than Tattooing Your Kid's Forehead
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Augmented Negative Display Watches
This Modified Casio AE-1200 Digital Watch is Ultra-Chic
Industrial Design Smartwatches
The 176 CS-500 Smartwatch by Carl Hauser Has a Rugged Form
Luxury Watchmaker Smartphones
The Realme 12 Pro+ Rolex Edition Plays Homage to Classic Timepieces
Multitool Heritage Timepieces
The Victorinox INOX Chrono Has Antimagnetic Protection for Accuracy
Discreetly Intelligent Timepieces
The G-SHOCK MOVE DWH5600 Tracks Heart Rate and More
Conceptual AI-Powered Wearables
The Rabbit R1 AI Watch by Alisher Ashimov is Feature-Rich
Wrist-Worn eSports Watches
The Conceptual MSI Gaming PC Watch by Eslam Mhd is Dragon-Themed
Virus-Detecting Smartwatches
Designer Dot's VICLONE Smart Watch Detects Known Viral Infectants
Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs
The Conceptual 'JUSTWATCH' by Jacek Janiczak is Feature-Rich
Heart-Monitoring Smartwatches
Casio Unveils the 'DW-D5600' G-SHOCK Polar-Powered Smartwatch
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Noninvasive Smartwatch Glucose Monitors
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Will Have Advanced Sensors
NASA-Inspired Watch Designs
Casio Designs the G-SHOCK DW6900NASA237, Inspired by Nasa
Rugged Outdoor-Ready Watches
G-SHOCK's New Line Comes with a Heart Rate Monitor And GPS
Magsafe Clock Smartphone Accessories
Hyunsub Shin and Yeji Han Designs the Olock Phone Addition
Luxury Automotive-Branded Smartwatches
The Bugatti Ceramique Titane Edition Smartwatch is Sleek
Interactive Circular Timepieces
The Conceptual 'Circlock' Watch by Edoardo Gouffran is Distinct
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Meditative Vibrating Timepieces
The 'STUND' Watch Vibrates at Your Choice of Time Cycle Point
Film-Inspired Graphic Timepieces
Citizen Presents its New Avatar Pandora Wave Watch
Minimal Collaborative Dive Watches
Swarch and Blancpain Present the Scuba Fifty Fathoms
Angled Dual-Display Smartwatches
This Apple Watch Concept by Tien Hung Optimizes Efficiency
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Swiss-Made Timepiece Designs
Braun Clocks Presents its First Range of Wristwatches
Metaverse-Connected Timepieces
The Hamilton Oasis Watch by Junwoo Kim Shows Two Different Times
Luxury Smartwatch Models
The Latest TAG Heuer Connected Wearables Come in Two Options
Digital Detox Phone Concepts
Andrea Mangone Boasts a Minimalist Foldable Phone
Low-Cost Feature-Packed Smartwatches
The CMF Watch Pro Offers 13 Days of Battery Life
One-of-a-Kind Titanium Wristwatches
Kross Studio Unveils the KS 05 Titanium Black Meteorite
Advanced Analog Watch Concepts
This Cyberpunk Watch Concept Has an Automatic Movement
Wearable Technology Gym Accessories
PROTECHT Wrist Wraps are Compatible for Use with Smartwatches
Silent Wearable Alarm Clocks
The SmarterWakeUp 'SilentWakeUp' Gently Alerts with Vibrations
Anniversary-Honoring Digital Watches
Bodega and G-SHOCK Presents the DW-5600BDG23-1 Watch
Collaboration Cola Timepieces
The Coca-Cola® x G-SHOCK Watches Come in Two Styles
Japan-Inspired Wearable Watch Rings
Casio and Stasto Stand Stones Present Timepiece Rings
Electronic Waste-Made Mechanic Watches
NanoRobotGeek Developed a DIY Apple Watch Out of E-Waste
Integrated Smartwatch Pillbox Concepts
The Apple Watch Pillbox is an Imagined Medical Design
Versatile Women-Focused Smartwatches
Garmin Unveils a Sleek New Wearable Smartwatch for Women
AI-Fueled Smartwatch Concepts
Rabbit Joins Teenage Engineering on the R1 Smartwatch Design
Sleek Premium Tonal Timepieces
Raymond Weil Unveils the New Freelancer Diver 2775 Watch
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Affordable Wandering Hour Timepieces
The Xeric Vendetta II Rivals High-End Alternatives
Sophisticated Women's Watches
Richard Mille's Watches Arrive in Three Unique Designs
Matte Black Ceramic Wristwatches
Bell & Ross Designs the BR 03 Cyber Ceramic Timepiece
Transparent Eco-Conscious Timepieces
The TECHNIK 4X SKELETOR Has a Hybrid Movement
Efficient 70s-Style Timepieces
The Citizen Eco-Drive 365 Series Includes Three Styles
Laser Tag-Inspired Watch Designs
Zodiac and Worn & Wound Release a Highly Unique Timepiece
Elevated Sporty Men's Watches
Fossil Introduces Its Latest Men's Watch Capsule—the Sport Tourer
Geometric Intuitive Interface Timepieces
The Nixon Disk Watch Comes in Four Color Options
Detachable Dial Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch GT Cyber Easily Switches into Different Cases
Next-Generation Screenless Fitness Monitors
Whoop 4.0 is Stylish, Efficient, and Precise
Chic Solar-Powered Timepieces
The NIXON Time Teller Solar Watch Comes in Four Color Options
Ruggedized Sustainable Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Powered by the S9 SiP
Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays
The 'zIng' Hand-Worn Smart Display by Anuj Pate is Intuitive
Nostalgic Nixie Tube Timepieces
The NEONWORKS BTF Nixie Watch Has a Retro-Modern Design
Carbon-Neutral Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 9 Shows off a Gesture Control Interface
Metallic Retro-Futuristic Watches
G-SHOCK Unveils Four Distinct Metallic Silver Watches
Modernized Classic Timepieces
The Radio Anatom Automatic Watch is Back for its 40th Anniversary
Clock-Style Smartwatch Chargers
The Otterbox 2-in-1 Power Bank with Apple Watch Charger is Handy
Posh Celebratory Pocket Watches
The Citizen 100th Anniversary Special Edition Pocket Watch is Chic
Collaborative Small-Diameter Timepieces
The Timex x Nigel Cabourn Watch Has a Stainless Steel Case
Sporty Chic Watch Collections
Briston Boasts Timepieces That are Entirely Conceived in Paris
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Submarine-Inspired Watches
The Shinola Sea Creatures Skeleton Dial Features Ocean-Bound Plastic
Digital Art-Inspired Timepieces
Hublot and Takashi Marakami Join Forces on a Capsule of Watches
Hybrid Health-Tracking Smartwatches
The Withings ScanWatch Light Offers Health Guidance
Postmodern Diver Timepieces
The Nodus Sector Dive Watch Merges Classic and Contemporary Styles
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The WatchOut WearPods Smartwatch Has a Multifunctional Design
Traditional Timekeeper Watches
The 'Beads of Time' Watch by Eshaan Kothari Has Ancient Inspiration
Graphic Art-Inspired Timepieces
Ressence Introduces the TYPE 1° Round M Wristwatch
Precision Performance Wristwatches
The Bell & Ross BR-X5 Features a New Movement Inside
Minimalist Militant Timepieces
The Timex Expedition North Field Chrono is Rugged Yet Refined
Time-Telling Cufflinks
The Creamy Patina 2023 Collection Takes After Iconic Vintage Watches
Cast Iron-Inspired Timepieces
The Casio Pro Trek PRW-69 Series is Wilderness-Ready
Sleek Modern Timepiece Homage
Casio Releases the Limited-Edition TRN-50 Timepiece
Sporty Smartwatch Models
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Now Comes in Three New Models
Hybrid Fitness Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 40 Strikes a Balance Between Device Styles
Futuristic Full-Metal Timepieces
The G-SHOCK GMB2100 Has a Metallic, Octagonal Design
Fashion-Branded Smartwatch Models
The Diesel Griffed Gen 6 Smartwatch Runs Wear OS 3
AI Wellness Companions
NOWATCH Insights Delivers Personalized Well-Being Insights in a Custom Way
Self-Charging Fitness Trackers
The MOTHER Bracelet Doesn't Require Charging for Constant Wear
Wearable Art Watches
Masterpiece On Your Wrist Makes Art from the Louvre Wearable
Global Timezone Timepieces
Nik Bentel Studio and TTT Watches Creates the Time Traveler
High-End Timepiece Smartwatches
The Hublot Big Bang e Gen 3 Has the Qualcomm snapdragon Wear 4100+
Wrist-Worn Smartphone Holders
The 'MATCH' Phone Holder Keeps Devices Literally on Hand
Norwegian Ocean-Inspired Timepieces
The Nex Watches 'Fjord' Has an Automatic Self-Winding Movement
Whimsical Timeless Watches
Longines Expands Its Flagship Heritage Line with Emphasis on Elegance
Smartwatch Protection Bands
Moving Bodies Forward Launched an Impact Protection Band for Watches
Ocean-Bound Plastic Timepieces
The Amitron Wave Collection Shows Off a Sustainable Aesthetic
Motion-Sensing Wristwatches
The Casio Digital Basic GDB500 Series Shares Simple Step Trackers
Luxury Jewelry Cuff Watches
Piaget Unveils Its Limelight High Jewelry Cuff Watches in Three Colors
Off-Grid Adventurer Smartwatches
These New Garmin Smartwatches Offer Precision Tracking
Efficiently Rechargeable Smartwatches
Andrea Mangone's Vessel Can Recharge on Your Wrist
Bourbon-Inspired Digital Watches
G-SHOCK Joins Oneness on a DW5600ONS234 Timepiece
Fall-Detecting Smart Watches
The MobileHelp Smart is Always Connected to its Alert System
Neural Interface Wristbands
This New Wristband Enables Gesture Control Of Apple Devices
Squared Collectible Timepiece Designs
Swatch Offers a New Structural Bioceramic What If? Watch
Avant-Garde Concept Watches
This 'Roger Dubuis' Watch Introduces a Trio Of Unique Complications
Autonomous Solar-Powered Watches
Exoskeleton Watch Powered by an Autonomous Solar Movement
Automatic Wandering Hand Timepieces
The Xeric Scrambler Has a Unexpectedly Intriguing Display
Multifunctional Sleek Pill Dispenser
Chanho Ju Designs the Clock Pill Dispenser Concept
Voice Assistant Smart Watches
INTEC Designs This Timepiece with Accessibility in Mind
Modernized 40s-Era Timepieces
These Panerai Radiomir Watches Pay Attention to the Past and Future
Iconic Artwork Watch Collaborations
These Artful Watches Feature Masterpieces from the MET
Refined Sleek Smartwatch Updates
Samsung Adds New Upgrades to the Galaxy Watch6 Series
Hiking-Ready Hybrid Smartwatches
Garmin Presents the New Instinct Crossover Timepiece
Industrial Gesture Control Smartwatches
The SnapSync Band-1 has an Open-Source Build
Ultra-Chic Timepiece Designs
Arnold & Son Has Launched the Time Pyramid 42.5 Watches
Family Heirloom-Inspired Watch Designs
Jacob & Co. Releases the Exquisite Dual Time Time Zone
Steel-Reinforced Smartwatch Cases
The NOMAD Rugged Case Offers Hardwearing Protection
Mesopotamian-Inspired Timepieces
The URWERK UR-100V Sumer Has a Self-Winding UR 12.02 Movement
Haptic Navigation Wristbands
The Wayband is Hand and Eyes-Free for Intuitive Navigation
Efficient Productivity Smartwatches
The OnePlus Watch 2 Will Offer 100-Hours of Power Per Charge
Streetwear Action Sports Timepieces
The Nixon Ripper Comes in Seven Color Options
Safety-Conscious Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 100 is an Affordable Safety-Themed Timepiece
Stress-Reducing Screenless Watches
NOWATCH Brings the First "Awareable" to CES 2023
Ceramic Sapphire Crystal Watches
Rado Presents True Square Thinline Les Couleurs Le Corbusier
Health-Centric Smart Timepieces
Fossil's Wear OS 3 Watch is Designed Around Health and Wellness
Wearable Health-Management Sunglasses
The 'iSportWear' from 'ITRI' Monitors Physiological Data
Peaceful Ceramic Timepieces
Tranquil Living and Japanese Art Inspired Talidara's Heiwa Watch
Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch Buds Smartwatch Has a 1.43-Inch AMOLED Display
Tubular Illuminating Clocks
Urwerk Designs the Space-Time Clock Resembling a Lightsaber
AI-Powered Measurement Tools
Perfect Corp. Launches a New Measurement Tool for Fingers and Wrists
Mechanized Titanium Hand Timepieces
F.P. Journe Launch the Calibre 1300.3 with Titanium Human Hand
Minimalist Bauhaus-Inspired Timepieces
Botta Watches Come in Seven Models to Choose From
Planet-Resembling Watch Faces
Samsung Presents its Galaxy Time Series of Timepieces
Unique Handcrafted Watches
Woodstone Watches Serve as a Reminder to Remain in the Present
Liquid Droplet DIY Watches
Armin Bindzus Designs the Dynamic Electronic Droplet Watch
Retro-Inspired Sporty Timepieces
Orient Unveils a Neo Classic Sport Technical Watch
Magnetic Band Upgraded Smartwatches
The Upcoming Apple Watch X Will Have Thinner Cases
Wireless Clock Charger Concepts
Nihoy Lahiri Designs the Multifunctional Zenith Clock Concept
India-Exclusive Tech Accessories
pTron Launches a New Smartwatch and Earbuds Combination
Motorsport-Inspired Timepieces
The Ollech & Wajs Rallychron Timepiece Pays Homage to Circuit Races
Stealthy Chronograph Timepieces
Porsche Design Presents the Chronograph 1 Utility Watch
Minimal Global Desk-Side Clocks
Masafumi Ishikawa Designs the World Clock for Desks
Warped Visual Luxurious Timepieces
Berneron's Debut Timepiece is Dubbed the Mirage
Global Time Zone Navigators
What is the Time Connects People Regardless of Their Time Zone
Silicone Watch Stands
The 'STATIO' Watch Stands Display Analog and Smartwatches
Connective Time Zone Apps
Clockwise Helps You Stay In Sync Across The Globe