# Do-It-All Timepieces The Bluetooth 'Meta Watch' is Stylish and Crazy Functional By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-05-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-meta-watch References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/tech/meta-watch.php) & [metawatch.org](http://www.metawatch.org/) The Bluetooth Meta Watch is the first watch to have built-in Bluetooth compatibility making it super useful in today's technological age. Aside from performing the classic functions of a watch, the Meta Watch also has notifications, GPS navigating and the option of entertainment services if it is connected to an Android or [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-descent-g2). Aside from these technological leaps, it also features a [stylish and modern exterior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-2-smartwatch) and a long-life battery. Classic in aesthetic, the Meta Watch is the perfect gift for any tech-lover. Not only is it the first, which is pretty awesome in and of itself, but it's also super functional, completely wearable, and actually very stylish. Coming in black or white, much like the iPhone it might just be synced to, the weather-telling, message notification, and [entertainment watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-watch) is available through Meta Watch for $199. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bluetooth Watches:** Opportunity for watchmakers to integrate technology and create more functional devices similar to the Bluetooth Meta Watch. - **Smartwatch Fashion:** The Meta Watch's stylish design is an indication that there is a market for fashionable smartwatches. - **Cross-device Compatibility:** More devices such as phones, watches and tablets will synchronize which will provide new opportunities for the businesses to develop technologies that integrate with each other seamlessly. ### Where This Applies - **Watchmaking:** The incorporation of technology has opened up new opportunities for traditional watchmakers to develop stylish tech-centric watches. - **Wearable Technology:** The rise of smartwatches has created new markets for wearable tech and businesses can innovate to create more wearable devices. - **Mobile Device Industry:** The Meta Watch's cross-device compatibility demonstrates an opportunity for mobile device manufacturers to develop products that can seamlessly integrate with other devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justwatch.md) - [Active Lifestyle-Focused Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurafit-g12.md) - [Tool-Integrated Smartwatch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilink-titanium-multifunction-edc-bracelet.md) - [Low-Cost Feature-Packed Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-watch-pro.md) - [Aviator-Approved Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-d2-mach-1-pro.md) - [Haute Hyper-Affordable Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-cmf-watch-3-pro.md) - [Rad Retro-Style Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuture-wrist-tech.md) - [Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watchout-wearpods.md) - [Durable Luxury Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-luxury-watches-the-new-full-metal-gshock-models-are-rugged-but-eleg.md)