There is no shortage of smartphones and smartwatches on the market, but the 'xWatch' smartphone watch looks to take a different approach.
Rather than being a complimentary device to your smartphone, the 'xWatch' is your smartphone: the device can be used with a SIM card to take calls and much more.
The 'xWatch' enables users to listen to music, take pictures and video, keep track of their fitness levels and even help to regulate blood pressure thanks to specialized magnets within.
The 'xWatch' smartphone watch is currently being funded as part of a campaign on Kickstarter where the device is estimated to be delivered in December of this year. Additionally, the device can be purchased at low price points (under $100) to help make it accessible for many.
Standalone Smartphone Watches
The 'xWatch' Smartphone Watch Replaces Existing Phones
Trend Themes
1. Standalone Smartphone Devices - Opportunity to disrupt the smartphone industry by creating more self-contained devices that eliminate the need for separate phones and watches.
2. Integrated Health Tech - Opportunity to integrate health monitoring technology, such as tracking fitness and regulating blood pressure, into everyday wearables like watches and phones.
3. Affordable Wearables - Opportunity to disrupt the wearables market by offering low-cost devices that have the functions of more expensive devices at accessible price points.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Devices - This new technology in standalone smartphone watches could disrupt the mobile device industry as a whole.
2. Smartwatch Industry - Companies in the smartwatch industry could face disruption if standalone smartphone watches become more popular.
3. Health and Fitness Industry - Opportunity for health and fitness companies to incorporate wearable technology, like standalone smartphone watches, into their products.