# Ultra-Luxe Titanium Smart Watches Tag Heuer Has Released the 'Connected Bright Black Edition' By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-09-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-bright-black-edition References: [maxim](https://www.maxim.com/gear/tag-heuer-connected-bright-black-edition-is-a-smartwatch-with-refined-luxury-style) & [tagheuer](https://www.tagheuer.com/) Swiss luxury watchmaker [Tag Heuer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-timepiece) has unveiled the 'Connected Bright Black Edition' smartwatch, the latest installment to the brand's [ultra-luxe 'Connected' line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coros-apex-4). The sleek new timepiece presents a sophisticated black and gold upgrade. The 45mm watch is crafted using DLC Grade 2 titanium and features Wear-OS technology, a 1.39-inch OLED display, 50M water resistance, and various intelligent sensors, including an accelerometer and a heart rate monitor. In addition, the watch can pair with the '[Tag Heuer Sport](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-extreme-sport-collection)' app, which allows users to track their performance data across a wide range of sports and activities. Design-wise the timepiece presents an exceptionally classy look boasting a black mirror-polished ceramic bezel with gold lacquer, black steel push buttons, and a black steel crown. A nice touch, the DLC Grade 2 titanium used on the watch's body is sandblasted, giving it an attractive matte finish. Image Credit: Tag Heuer ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Smart Watches:** There is an opportunity to disrupt traditional high-end watchmaking by incorporating smart technology. - **Titanium as a Luxury Material:** More luxury brands can experiment with using titanium as a premium material for high-end products. - **Integration of Activity Tracking in Luxury Watches:** Luxury watch brands can further integrate health and activity tracking features in their products to appeal to fitness-conscious consumers who still desire luxury fashion statements. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watchmaking:** The luxury watchmaking industry can incorporate modern technology features to attract new consumers and remain relevant in changing markets. - **Tech Wearables:** Smart technology companies can collaborate with high-end fashion designers to produce a new line of luxury wearables that combine fashion and function. - **Fitness Tracking:** The fitness tracking industry can partner with luxury watchmakers to develop new products aimed at consumers who desire both luxury and the ability to track their fitness and wellness data. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Racing Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-timepiece.md) - [Stealthy Smartwatch Finishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apple-watch-ultra-2.md) - [Collaborative Golfer Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-connected-calibre-e4-x-malbon-golf-edition.md) - [Connected Titanium Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-gshock-mrgb2100r2a.md) - [Titanium Racing Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronograph-air-1.md) - [High-End Timepiece Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hublot-big-bang-e-gen-3.md) - [Sleek Titanium Smartwatch Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watch-ultra.md) - [Outback-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquaracer-solargraph-sundowner.md) - [Midcentury-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-carrera-glassbox-chronograph.md)