# Smartwatch Upgrade Accessories The LINK Helps You Add Smartwatch Features To Your Wristwatch By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-05-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartwatch-features References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/link-transforms-any-watch-into-a-smartwatch-16-05-2016/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/make-your-watch-smart-with-link) The LINK is an innovative piece of technology, created by Toronto, Canada-based Wearatec, that is designed to make it possible for you to add high-tech smartwatch features to your boring old regular wristwatch. The technology makes it possible for you to attach a [special accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-product-line) to [steel watch bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-titanium-band) to give them notification, messages and other connectivity features. You can even choose a selection of apps that interest you and that you'd like to add to your wristwatch, making it an extension of your smartphone. What makes the LINK such a wonderful innovation is the fact that it allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds by being able to have the design and aesthetic of the traditional wristwatch whilst also taking advantage of the high-tech smartwatch features. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wristwatch Upgrade:** The trend of enhancing traditional wristwatches with smartwatch features opens up opportunities for companies to create innovative accessories like the LINK. - **Hybrid Technology:** The integration of high-tech smartwatch features with traditional wristwatches creates disruptive innovation opportunities for tech companies like Wearatec. - **Personalized Connectivity:** The trend of adding apps and connectivity features to wristwatches allows individuals to customize their wearable technology and opens up opportunities for app developers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can explore how to enhance traditional wristwatches with smartwatch features to meet consumer demand for personalized connectivity. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can tap into the trend of wristwatch upgrades by developing innovative accessories that blend style with smartwatch features, like the LINK. - **App Development:** The app development industry has an opportunity to create new apps specifically designed for wristwatch upgrades, allowing users to further personalize their wearable technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Charger-Equipped Smartwatch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-charging-band.md) - [Modular Dual Watch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartlet.md) - [Stylish Leather Smartwatch Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-smartwatch-bands.md) - [Sleek Watch Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stainless-steel-apple.md) - [Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-smart-switch-ecosystem.md) - [High-Density Smartwatch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitplay-fidlock-watch-band.md) - [Wearable Technology Gym Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protecht-wrist-wraps.md) - [Sleek Titanium Smartwatch Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watch-ultra.md) - [Radical Watch Clasp Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watch-concept-1.md)