# Sporty E-Ink Timepieces The Phosphor World Time Watch Goes Completely Buttonless By Matt Ho | Published 2011-11-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phosphor-world-time-watch References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/11/phosphor-world-time-sport-watch/) & [phosphorwatches](http://www.phosphorwatches.com/World-Time-Sport-Black-p/857136003067.htm) The latest state-of-the-art timepiece is the Phosphor World Time Watch which packs all the essential features in a high-tech wristband. The Phosphor World Time Watch goes completely buttonless in favor for an [E Ink touchscreen display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-smartwatches). Much like smartphones and iPods, navigation is done with just a swipe of the finger. Wearers will be able to select [24 time zone displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-pan4timer) which is perfect for travelers. There's also several display options which includes time of day + world time, time of day + calendar and time of day large. This is also water resistant for up to 30 meters. At only 9.33mm, the watch takes on a nice slim, slender design without any bulk. The Phosphor World Time Watch is a [sporty timepiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-silver-edition) that's simple, but is stylish in its own subtle way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Buttonless E-ink Displays:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop buttonless interface technology for various electronic devices for seamless navigation. - **Touchscreen Timepieces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create interactive touchscreen displays for watches with integrated functionalities beyond timekeeping. - **Slim and Stylish Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design slim and stylish wearables that offer both aesthetics and functionality for fashion-conscious consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate e-ink displays into various consumer electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. - **Watchmaking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new design concepts and technologies to create innovative and functional timepieces that cater to modern consumers' needs. - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge fashion and technology to create slim and stylish wearable devices that appeal to fashion-focused individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chromatic Cityscape-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomos-club-sport-neomatik-worldtimer.md) - [Global Timezone Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nik-bentel-studio.md) - [Travel-Ready Sleek Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/club-sport-neomatik-worldtimer.md) - [Phosphorescent LCD Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-pro-trek-watches.md) - [Monochromatic AI-Packed Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vetra-orbit-one.md) - [Chromatic Quad-Timezone Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-pan4timer.md) - [Hybrid Low-Power Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksana.md) - [Transparent All-Glass Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-watch-1.md) - [Stress-Reducing Screenless Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nowatch.md)