Skagen has released many hybrid smartwatches that offer the basic functionality of a smart wearable while still adhering to the company's minimalist philosophy, but the Skagen Falster is the first watch from the company to offer more than just the basics. The watch is an Android Wear product, meaning that it can run apps, play and store music, and check messages while still offering up the notifications and activity tracking of a more basic model.
The Skagen Falster still falls in line with the Danish company's design ideas. Its watch face is little more that a plain black circle. One of the models has a silver finish, but in either case the face is relatively staid. The company offers different band colors to add some personality to the watches, but even these bands are typically monochromatic.
Capable Minimal Smartwatches
The Skagen Falster is the Company's First Android Wear Product
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Smartwatches - There is an opportunity to develop hybrid smartwatches that combine basic functionality with minimalist design principles.
2. Android Wear - The growth of Android Wear opens up possibilities for smartwatches to run apps, play music, and offer advanced features beyond notifications and activity tracking.
3. Minimalist Wearables - The demand for minimalist wearables presents an opportunity to create smartwatches with sleek designs and understated aesthetics.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - The wearable technology industry can explore the development of hybrid smartwatches that combine minimalism with advanced features.
2. Mobile App Development - The growth of Android Wear creates a need for mobile app developers to create innovative apps tailored for smartwatches.
3. Fashion and Accessories - The fashion and accessories industry can capitalize on the demand for minimalist wearables by offering stylish and monochromatic bands for smartwatches.