# Updated Minimalist Smartwatches The Falster 2 Improves on the Original With Updated Hardware By Justin Lam | Published 2018-08-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/falster-2 References: [businessinsider](https://www.businessinsider.com/skagen-falster-2-new-features-specs-price-2018-8#the-skagen-falster-2-will-start-at-275-skagen-hasnt-said-yet-where-and-when-it-will-be-available-8) & [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/8/29/17793876/skagen-falster-2-smartwatch-fossil-health-tracking-pricing-release-date-ifa-2018) Known as the Falster 2, this new minimalist smartwatch is an updated sequel to the original Skagen Falster smartwatch. Revealed at IFA 2018, this new wearable incorporates health-tracking features used in [Fossil's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sport-tourer1) recent Wear OS smartwatches. These features include a heart-rate monitor with support for [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-watch-2) [Fit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oura-ring-gen3-horizon). Aside from health-tracking offerings, the Falster 2 also includes GPS and Google Pay support with a built-in NFC chip. In terms of aesthetic, the Falster 2 has a slim bezel and a 2mm smaller case, when compared to the Falster smartwatch. The face makes the 1.19-inch face seem larger and helps deliver a clean look. The side of the smartwatch offers two customizable pushers that speed up access to supported apps. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Smartwatches:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate health-tracking features into minimalist smartwatches. - **Health-tracking Wearables:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wearables with advanced health-tracking features like heart-rate monitors and GPS. - **Digital Payment Integration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate digital payment solutions like Google Pay into smartwatches for seamless transactions on the go. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create next-generation smartwatches that combine minimalist design with advanced health-tracking features. - **Wearable Tech:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive innovation in the wearable tech industry by developing smartwatches with improved aesthetic and functional features. - **Digital Payments:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with smartwatch manufacturers to integrate digital payment solutions into wearable devices, making transactions more convenient for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleel Customizable Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watch-pro-2.md) - [Stylish Smartwatch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-2-smartwatch.md) - [Design-Driven Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-round-2.md) - [Metallic Designer Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-watch-s2.md) - [Descriptive Wearable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-time-2.md) - [Chic Cushion-Shaped Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch.md) - [Ruggedized Sustainable Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-ultra-2.md) - [Improved Smartwatch Operating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wear-os-5.md) - [Versatile Women-Focused Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-3.md)