# Mechanical Timepiece Smartwatches The LG Watch W7 Boasts a Hybrid Design for Optimal Functionality By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-watch-w7 References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/watches/lg-watch-w7/) & [lgnewsroom](http://www.lgnewsroom.com/2018/10/lg-delivers-ultimate-five-camera-smartphone-with-lg-v40-thinq/) The [LG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-witty) Watch W7 has been unveiled by the technology brand as a [hybrid smartwatch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuture-wrist-tech) that is sure to be a hit amongst timepiece connoisseurs who are looking for a device that satisfies their need for connectivity and classic aesthetics. The timepiece features a touchscreen display that will show off all of the various digital functionalities the device sports in a crisp manner including notifications, messages and much more. The display features [mechanical arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-shark-gs3-ultra) overtop of it that disguise the accessory as a traditional timepiece when not being interacted with to make it suitable for discerning users seeking a more style-conscious option. The LG Watch W7 will last up to two days per charge, but is reported by the brand to last up to 100 days when used in watch-only mode. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Smartwatches:** The rise of hybrid smartwatches presents an opportunity for timepiece connoisseurs to have a device that combines classic aesthetics with modern connectivity. - **Touchscreen Displays:** The integration of touchscreen displays in smartwatches opens up possibilities for improved user interface and access to various digital functionalities. - **Extended Battery Life:** The demand for smartwatches with longer battery life, such as the LG Watch W7, creates opportunities for disruptive innovations in energy-efficient technology. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** The fusion of fashion and technology in mechanical timepiece smartwatches offers opportunities for brands in the fashion accessories industry to cater to the growing demand for stylish wearable devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** The development of hybrid smartwatches with touchscreen displays contributes to the ongoing innovation in the consumer electronics industry, providing consumers with advanced functionalities and connectivity options. - **Energy Storage:** The need for extended battery life in smartwatches highlights the potential for disruption in the energy storage industry, prompting advancements in efficient and long-lasting power sources for wearable devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Low-Power Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksana.md) - [Mechanical Hybrid Smartwatch Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-eclipse-hybrid-watch.md) - [Angular Automobile-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benly-design-s3000-cyber-watch.md) - [Hybrid Health-Tracking Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/withings-scanwatch-light.md) - [Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justwatch.md) - [Visually Striking Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honor-watch.md) - [Efficient Productivity Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneplus-watch-2.md) - [Descriptive Wearable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-time-2.md) - [Hybrid Fitness Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-watch-40.md)