# Customizable Smart Watches BLOCKS Smartwatch Modules Allow for Custom Device Creation By Allen Taylor | Published 2014-03-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blocks-smartwatch References: [dudeiwantthat](http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/style/watches/blocks-customizable-smartwatch.asp) & [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/blocks-modular-smartwatch/31113/) Similar to [Phonebloks](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDAw7vW7H0c), the BLOCKS smartwatch will use a variety of detachable modules that each have a different function. For example, if you're on the go all the time and need some extra battery life, add a battery block. If you're into fitness, add a black that measures your heart rate. Upgrade your blocks as you go without having to pony up the cash for a new device every time yours feels outdated. BLOCKS will maintain open software and hardware platforms, so anybody -- or any company -- can develop modules for the BLOCKS smartwatch. Keep your BLOCKS smartwatch simple with a couple basic modules or deck it out with as many modules as you can fit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modular Technology:** The flexibility and versatility of modular technology offers opportunities for businesses to provide customizable solutions. - **Open-source Platforms:** Open-source software and hardware platforms allow for collaboration and innovation in product development. - **Sustainable Electronics:** Creating products with detachable and upgradable parts can reduce electronic waste and offer eco-friendly options for consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Wearable Technology:** The use of modular technology in creating smartwatches presents opportunities for wearable technology companies looking to offer customizable and sustainable products. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics developers can capitalize on the rise of modular technology by creating open-source platforms that allow for collaboration and innovation in product development. - **Fitness and Healthcare:** The ability to customize modules on smartwatches for fitness and healthcare purposes presents opportunities for companies in these industries to create innovative products with personalized features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Repairable Sport Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/una-watch.md) - [Detachable Component Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-smartphone-design.md) - [Modular Component Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soul-phone-concept.md) - [Adaptable Tech Hardware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hone-pro.md) - [Affordable Blockchain-Enabled Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phnix-x-watch.md) - [Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-smart-switch-ecosystem.md) - [Modular Dual Watch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartlet.md) - [Highly Customizable Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/layer-2.md) - [Building Block Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-bluetooth-speaker.md)