Allerta got the nod to execute RIM first BlackBerry watch. Using Bluetooth, the watch syncs with the device to deliver incoming emails, text messages, and other alerts to you wrist. This is a viewing only device as messages cannot be composed on it. The watch is a full metal body, 1.3 OLED screen, vibrate, microUSB, and rechargeable. The unit is said to last up to 4 days of normal use. Due to ship in February, the price of $149.00 is not too bad. The Allerta inPulse is an interesting device, let’s see where this goes.
Posted in: Accessories, Allerta, Bluetooth, Display, Mobile Phone Integration, Mobile Phone Technology, Tactile Feedback, Watches, Wearable Computing
Finally a solution to the phone watch is here. And I am happy to report that its thorough. This cost effective set rings up at a scant $200. But good luck finding one. This tri-band GSM kit comes with a bluetooth headset, touchscreen watch, microSD, and camera. Impressed? Me too. Way to go Kempler & Strauss, the W PhoneWatch is the solutions we have expected plus more.
Posted in: Bluetooth, Display, Kempler & Strauss, Mobile Phone Integration, Mobile Phone Technology, Watches
For the hearing and vision impaired, the world can be very limiting. Silent Call tries to provide a level of freedom for these people. The Silent Touch provides visual and vibration for certain events. Events such as doorbell, phone, smoke alarm, fire alarm, burglar alarm trigger the watch to activate within a 300 foot range.This watch works with the Sidekick II system from Silent Call. Silent Call has wake up alarms and mattress vibrators to alert the owner. The vibration changes with the type of alert. The Silent Touch watch sells for $150.00 and the charger for $117.65. A kit that includes the watch, charger, and bed vibrator costs $289.00.
Posted in: Display, Environmental Monitoring, Intelligent Clothes, Mobile Phone Integration, Mobile Phone Technology, Safety, Silent Call, Sound, Tactile Feedback, Watches
