# E-Paper Display Smartwatches The Core Smartwatches Run PebbleOS and Offer 30 Days of Battery Life By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-03-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-smartwatches References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/core-2-duo-time-2-smartwatches/) & [store.repebble](https://store.repebble.com)  The Core smartwatches have been unveiled by Core Devices from Eric Migicovsky as a modern wearable that takes inspiration from the [Pebble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-time-2) smartwatches. The wearables include the Core 2 Duo and the [Core Time 2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-devices), which each run PebbleOS thanks to it being transitioned to open source by [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-watch-3) who owns the operating system. The Core 2 Duo has a 1.2-inch black and white e-paper display with a polycarbonate frame, barometer and compass within, while the Core Time 2 has a 1.5-inch 64 color e-paper display, heart rate monitor and more. The Core smartwatches are priced starting at $149 and are available now for preorder with shipments slated to start in July. The wearables are rated to offer up to 30 days of use per charge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 37% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Open-source Wearable Tech:** The use of open-source software like PebbleOS in smartwatches introduces possibilities for community-driven innovation and customization. - **E-paper Display Advancement:** E-paper displays in smartwatches offer extended battery life, showcasing innovations in energy-efficient screen technologies. - **Long-lasting Smartwatch Batteries:** Extended battery performance in devices such as Core smartwatches points to advances in efficient power management solutions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wearable Technology:** Core Devices is advancing the wearable tech industry with its long-lasting e-paper display smartwatches. - **Consumer Electronics:** The introduction of Core smartwatches indicates transformative trends in the consumer electronics sector toward sustainable battery usage. - **Open-source Software:** The adaptation of PebbleOS by Core Devices highlights the growing influence of open-source software in the smartwatch industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Simplistic Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-devices.md) - [Descriptive Wearable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-time-2.md) - [Low-Cost Feature-Packed Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-watch-pro.md) - [Design-Driven Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-round-2.md) - [Low-Cost Aluminum Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneplus-watch-2r.md) - [Efficient Productivity Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneplus-watch-2.md) - [Monochromatic AI-Packed Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vetra-orbit-one.md) - [Budget-Conscious Entry-Level Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazfit-bip-5.md) - [Predictive AI Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/withings-scanwatch-2.md)