An Italian design studio has produced what it is calling the world’s first “smartwatch” — a touchscreen wristwatch that syncs with your smartphone.
The i’mWatch, by Blue Sky, uses Bluetooth to sync to iPhone, Android, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7 devices. Running on an Android OS itself, the watch allows users to use Facebook, Twitter, email and SMS, access the i’music store, and view photos and incoming calls.
Users will also be able to make and receive calls via a built-in speaker and microphone. Very Inspector Gadget.
The i’mWatch doesn’t allow you to get rid of your smartphone just yet, though: it does not have 3G or Wi-Fi capability in and of itself, using only the smartphone Bluetooth connection.
Dedicated apps for the watch will be available from the i’market on an ongoing basis.
The i’mWatch ships internationally in late October, but is available now for pre-order in a range of colours in lightweight aluminium for €245 (approximately AU$340 at the time of writing).
More luxe versions, incorporating precious metals such as gold and titanium, will also be available, ranging in price from €600-15,000 (AU$834-20,855).